Forest Rhapsody - inspired by the ancient wisdom of Southeast Asia, combined with cutting-edge science.
Our mission
Forest Rhapsody Skincare was born out of a desire to develop formulas that set new standards. We harvest next-generation bioactives to develop modern interpretations of ancient beauty rituals from Southeast Asia, based on the belief that modern science and ancient wisdom can co-exist harmoniously.
We have made it our mission to formulate intelligent and sophisticated skincare solutions that boldly celebrate 'green' chemistry on the one hand, while paying tribute to ancient beauty rituals by creating products that perform and delight in equal measure.
Perfect meeting of tradition and modernity
Formulation is part science, part art, and here at Forest Rhapsody, formulation is at the heart of our work.
We rely on a rigorous internal process, selecting proven active ingredients backed by clinical trials before conducting multiple trials in our laboratory over months and years to develop formulas that deliver exceptional results.Our formulations are a balance between the rigour of science-based research and the centuries-old botanicals used throughout Southeast Asia. Because we know that the sensual pleasure of using skincare, plays a weighty role that cannot be measured in a petri dish in a laboratory. From the heavenly texture to the invigorating fragrance, every single element is designed to enrich your daily skincare routine.
Brand promise - Our basic principles
Green chemistry
We celebrate green chemistry by taking a strong cue from nature while incorporating science. We don't shy away from ingredients that are often misunderstood in the 'green beauty' category, such as emulsifiers and preservatives. Instead, we look for the most advanced alternatives to these ingredients, such as Ecocert/Cosmos-approved ingredients and NSF-certified preservatives, to create effective, elegant and indulgent formulas.
Sustainability
We believe in leaving a place better than we found it. Our skincare products come in recyclable jars or bottles - we hope you will support our sustainability efforts by finding new ways to reuse or recycle the packaging.
Animal-free
Our products are free from animal testing and we do not test any of our end products on animals.
A few words from the founder
I have always had an affinity for nature. Growing up in Singapore, in Southeast Asia, I was the daughter of an avid nature lover. I began exploring the symbiotic relationship between plants and science at an early age - my childhood was spent outdoors amongst plants, trees and medicinal herbs, and it was in this environment that the first seeds of Forest Rhapsody were planted.
During both pregnancies, I struggled with severe and aggressive flare-ups of hormonal cystic acne. Many of my skincare products aggravated my skin condition and had to be omitted. After pregnancy, my skin simply lost its resilience. It became slightly sensitive and I was forced to re-evaluate my skincare routine and all the products I knew and used. During this period of trial and error, I swung wildly between numerous aggressive ingredients prescribed to me by top dermatologists and over-simplified formulas that took any joy out of my daily skincare routine.
This experience forced me to look for gentle but effective alternatives to the traditional active ingredients that had been available to me until then. Intuitively, I turned to plants in search of solutions - using clinically proven plant bioactives was undoubtedly the optimal solution. Many of these cutting-edge actives come from plants that I grew up learning and understanding. They are close to my heart, and I have seen first-hand how these botanical actives are incorporated into the daily beauty rituals of women in this region.
Through rigorous research, endless experimentation and numerous trials, I work with a team of chemists to explore innovative ingredients and develop a revolutionary skincare range based on plant bioactives.
