Āhua was born from a mother’s intuition. When two of my children struggled with eczema, I searched endlessly for something pure, safe, and truly effective — but everything I tried fell short, often filled with unnecessary fillers and hidden synthetics. Trusting that nature already held the answers, I began creating my own skincare — simple, potent, and deeply healing. I wanted to craft one product that could do it all — something so pure it would nurture the skin and offer therapeutic benefits that reached beyond the surface.

After years of research and experimentation, I discovered the perfect synergy — a blend of New Zealand’s organic, grass-fed beef tallow infused with potent healing botanicals and extracts. That very first jar, now known as our Magic Skin Butter, became a true one-pot wonder — deeply nourishing dry skin, softening fine lines, calming inflammation, and leaving every complexion with a radiant, next-level glow.

Halo Skin Oil soon followed, created to complement the Magic Skin Butter. A lightweight, nourishing oil, it works in rhythm with your skin’s natural intelligence—delivering deep hydration, balance, and radiance. In a world of quick fixes and endless products, I believe beauty is found in simplicity and in the wisdom of nature. Every Āhua ritual honours your skin’s innate ability to thrive.

Beyond skincare, my work as an artist shapes this brand—celebrating light, texture, and our deep connection with nature. Āhua is an extension of that creative spirit, rooted in honesty, purity, and balance. Because Āhua is more than skincare. It’s a return to simplicity, to potent real ingredients, and to beauty in harmony with nature.

With love & gratitude,
Monique Howlett
Founder