Finishya

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22 Mar

Finishya is a locally made skincare and fragrance brand created specifically for sensitive skin, without stripping away the enjoyment that usually comes with it.

Founded by Elza, a trained cosmetologist and makeup artist with years of experience in the beauty industry, Finishya grew from a simple frustration. Most products for sensitive skin either didn’t work, or felt clinical and joyless. So she began creating her own.

Everything is made in small batches in Dunedin, using carefully selected ingredients including New Zealand botanicals like harakeke and kawakawa. The focus is on formulas that are gentle, effective, and actually enjoyable to use, balancing skin health with scent, texture, and everyday ritual.

The range includes body butters, balms, soaps, lip care, and soy candles, all vegan and cruelty free. Each product is designed with sensitive skin in mind, avoiding unnecessary complexity and focusing on what actually works.

Finishya also offers a hands-on perfume experience in Dunedin, where you can create your own custom fragrance using a curated selection of scent notes. It’s a relaxed, creative session that’s perfect as a gift or something a little different to do.

*“Perfect for beginners and fragrance enthusiasts alike.* In this workshop, we will guide you through making and blending your own perfume, creating a personalised fragrance for yourself or a loved one. You’ll take home 30ml of your custom scent, a blending guide, and the skills to start *experimenting with your own creations.”*

At its core, Finishya is about making skincare for sensitive skin feel considered, modern, and enjoyable again. Not overcomplicated, not stripped back to nothing, just well-made products that feel good to use and good to trust.