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The glow you stopped believing in.
Tropical Glow | Brightening Serum
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$72.00
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Island Refresh | Smoothing Serum
Resurfacing, without the sun-sensitivity.
Price:
$68.00
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Midnight Magic | Recovery Face Balm
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Jet Set | Protective Face Balm
Price: $48.00
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Key benefits
Sun-safe resurfacing Unlike synthetic retinol, bakuchiol is stable in sunlight. Island Refresh can be worn during the day without UV-sensitivity risk. Resurface in the morning, protect with SPF, and never choose between results and safety again.
Resurfaces without the burn Bakuchiol is what retinol wishes it was — plant-derived, gentle, and just as effective. It clinically targets fine lines, uneven texture, enlarged pores, and loss of elasticity. No peeling, no purge, no waiting two weeks to see your face again.
Brightens and defends 1% THD Vitamin C works alongside bakuchiol — neutralizing daily environmental damage and supporting a more even tone without competing with the resurfacing actives.
The satin finish Broccoli seed oil is the quiet hero of this formula. Rich in natural Vitamin A and a unique fatty acid profile, it provides a natural silicone-like finish that blurs imperfections and leaves skin with a sophisticated, non-greasy satin texture. You'll notice it immediately.
How to use
Press 3–5 drops into clean, damp skin using your palms. The warmth of your hands activates the botanical oils and helps them absorb more deeply. Use morning and/or night. Always seal with a Kula Essentials balm to lock in the resurfacing actives. Apply SPF during the day to protect your new, smoother skin.
For best results: apply to damp skin, not dry. The oils absorb differently — faster, deeper, more evenly — when there's a little water on the skin to meet them.
The Kula standard
- Concentrated formula
- Sensitive skin friendly
- Preservative free
- Fragrance free*
- Sun-safe formula
The subtle aroma you'll notice is from the active botanical oils — not added fragrance.
Full ingredient list
Transparency is our standard. Liliko'i (passion fruit) oil*, macadamia oil**, cucumber oil, broccoli oil, bakuchiol, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate (vitamin C), vitamin E. *Organic · **Hawai'i Harvested
Questions, answered
Can I use these if I spend a lot of time in the sun?
Yes. Our four face formulas are made without sun-sensitizing actives, so you can use them morning and night. They aren't sunscreen, so keep wearing your SPF.
How do I build a routine?
Sun up: Tropical Glow, then Jet Set. Sun down: Island Refresh, then seal it in with Midnight Magic.
Where are your products made?
Everything is handcrafted in small batches in Kula, Maui.
Do you offer free shipping?
Yes. Orders over $100 ship free within the United States (before taxes and fees). Orders under $100 pay standard shipping rates.
When will my order ship?
Please allow 1–5 business days for us to process your order, not counting weekends and holidays. It can take a little longer during busy seasons.
Do you ship outside the United States?
Not right now. Skincare labeling rules vary by country, so we currently ship only within the United States.
What if my order arrives damaged or incorrect?
Email us at aloha@kulaessentialsmaui.com within 30 days of delivery and we'll work with you on a replacement or refund.
Can I buy Kula Essentials in person?
Yes, at resorts and boutiques across Hawai'i. You'll find the full list on our Where to Find Us page.
Natural, powerful results
“Over three months, my skin feels smoother, less wrinkled, and more firm. People have commented on how great my skin looks. And I’m 73!”
– Lynn R.
Product sensory snapshot
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Smells like
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You'll notice it the moment you press the drops into your skin. Fresh, clean, subtly tropical — straight from the cold-pressed liliko'i and cucumber oils. It's what cucumber melon always wanted to be.
Key ingredients
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Bakuchiol
The gentle giant of skin resurfacing. A plantderived retinol alternative that clinically targets texture, fine lines, and elasticity without any of the irritation, sun sensitivity, or downtime. Effective from day one, dramatically so by week four.
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1% THD Vitamin C (tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate)
A stable, penetrating dose of antioxidant protection that brightens tone and defends against environmental damage while letting bakuchiol take the lead.
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Broccoli seed oil
Rich in Vitamin A and a unique fatty acid structure that creates a natural, nongreasy satin finish. Think of it as nature's silicone — but better, because it's also feeding your skin.
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Hawai'i-harvested macadamia oil
A regenerative lipid that helps actives penetrate deeper while nourishing the skin beneath.
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Organic liliko'i (passion fruit) oil
High in Vitamins A and C. Nourishing, brightening, and paired with cucumber the source of that fresh, sweet tropical scent.
Your simple morning and night routine
Sun up
Brighten and hydrate
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Soft, comfortable skin from morning to sundown.
Jet Set | Protective Face Balm
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Sun down
Smooth and recover overnight
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Smoother-feeling skin, without the drama.
Island Refresh | Smoothing Serum
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Eight hours later, you'll notice.
Midnight Magic | Recovery Face Balm
Price: $48.00
Island Refresh | Smoothing Serum
$68.00