Our journey began with three women, each driven by a shared vision: to create skincare that truly reflected the diversity, complexity, and love within their own families. Frustrated by the lack of inclusive, family-friendly options that spoke to their experiences, we asked ourselves: Why should we settle for products that don't resonate with our lives? Why buy multiple products that don't feel like they belong together, and why hide away ones that don't align with our values?

We envisioned a brand that embraced the full spectrum of family life, acknowledging the everyday joys, challenges, and unique stories that shape who we are. UKOO was born from a desire to nurture not just skin, but the connections that bind families together across generations.

With a deep understanding of the skincare industry and a shared passion for natural wellness, we developed products that work with your body's microbiome using powerful prebiotic ingredients. This is skincare that honours ancestral wisdom while embracing scientific innovation.

An Australian bodycare brand rooted in purpose

UKOO is built on a simple truth: healthy families create healthy communities, and healthy communities create a better world. We're not just another skincare company, we're a movement that celebrates the timeless bonds between family, skin, and nature. Drawing on our combined expertise and lived experiences, we spent years developing what would become UKOO's signature microbiome blend.

The name UKOO comes from the Swahili term representing the essence of extended family and lineage. This concept embodies deep interconnectedness and solidarity across generations, honouring our ancestors and preserving cultural heritage. It perfectly captures what we wanted to create: skincare that celebrates the timeless bonds of family in all its beautiful forms.

Skincare as ritual, connection as practice

At UKOO, we believe skincare is more than a daily routine, it's a ritual of connection. Every morning wash is an opportunity to check in with loved ones. Every evening moisturising moment is a chance to slow down together. These small ceremonies become the threads that weave our stories together.

We celebrate all types of families:

• Chosen families, built on shared values and unwavering support, bonds that transcend traditional definitions

• Extended families, including grandparents, aunties, uncles, and cousins who create our support networks and pass down wisdom

• Work families, who share our daily challenges and triumphs, standing beside us through every season

• Community families, from schools to sporting clubs, neighbours to local cafés, the people who make our world feel like home

Because family isn't just about blood, it's about the bonds we choose to nurture, the rituals we share, and the care we extend to one another.

Creating a legacy of connection

UKOO is more than skincare. It's a celebration of family stories, generational traditions, and cultural pride. With clean, sustainable formulations, UKOO nourishes both skin and spirit, connecting families through the power of natural wellness.

This isn't just about products, it's about creating a legacy. A brand that challenges stereotypes, embraces both traditional and modern values, and builds a collective narrative that every family can be proud of.

UKOO isn't just a business. It's a passionate endeavour to transform the skincare industry, giving back to communities and making a lasting, positive impact for future generations. This is care that extends beyond skin.

Microbiome pioneers

We're leading the way in family-friendly microbiome skincare. Our signature blend combines ancient wisdom, millet used across cultures for millennia, with cutting-edge prebiotic science. Our products work with your skin's natural ecosystem, honouring the intelligence your body has always possessed. 

Truly inclusive formulations

One product line. Every family member. From sensitive toddler skin to mature complexions, our dermatologically tested formulations are gentle enough for a 2 year old, effective enough for a 100 year old. This is skincare that serves the whole family, eliminating the complexity and welcoming simplicity.

Holistic wellness approach

We understand that great skin comes from a balanced life, not just balanced formulations. Our philosophy encompasses:

• Inside: Nutrition and gut health that nourishes from within

• Outside: Connection with nature and environment that restores our rhythms  

• All around: Skincare rituals that nurture body and soul 

Australian made, globally inspired

Proudly manufactured in Australia, we draw inspiration from skincare traditions worldwide. From Ayurvedic practices to Indigenous Australian botanicals, from African beauty wisdom to modern Australian innovation, we honour the best of global knowledge while maintaining the highest local standards.

Transparency you can trust

We believe you have the right to know exactly what you're putting on your family's skin. That's why we clearly list all ingredients, explain their benefits, and share our clinical results. No hidden ingredients, no confusing terminology, no compromise. Just honest skincare for families who value transparency.

Sustainability for future generations

As a company working towards BCorp certification, we're committed to:

• Using post-consumer recycled materials wherever possible

• Offering refillable products to reduce plastic waste

• Choosing recyclable packaging compatible with kerbside recycling

• Supporting communities through ethical partnerships

• Measuring our success by positive impact, not just profit

We're building a legacy our children's children will inherit. Every choice reflects this responsibility.

• Create products that bring families together

• Respect and celebrate all skin types and family structures

• Continuously innovate while honouring traditional wisdom

• Listen to your family's needs and stories

• Give back to the communities that support us

• Never compromise on quality, safety, or ethics