Formulae Maroochydore

28/09/2026

A little gloss goes a long way 💋✨

Meet our Formulae Lip Gloss, the perfect finishing touch for glossy, hydrated-looking lips with a beautiful pop of colour.

Easy to wear, effortlessly pretty and available in a range of shades to suit your everyday look. 🤍

23/09/2026

NEW PRODUCT ✨ Tinted Moisturiser with Sunscreen✨

Meet our newest everyday essential… combining lightweight hydration, a natural tint and sun protection in one easy step. ☀️

Perfect for those days when you want a little coverage without the feel of a full face of makeup, while keeping your skin moisturised and protected.

Simple, effortless skincare for your daily routine🤍

Come and visit us to find out more.
Our Shopify link is in our bio!

21/09/2026

🌱 Eating iron-rich foods is one thing, absorbing that iron is another.

Iron is an important nutrient for everyone, but it deserves a little extra attention when following a vegetarian or vegan diet.

Plant foods contain non-haem iron, a form of iron that our bodies generally absorb less efficiently than the haem iron found in animal foods. That doesn’t mean you can’t meet your iron needs with plants, it just means we can be a little smarter about how we eat them.

One of my favourite simple strategies? 🍋 Add vitamin C.

Pairing an iron-rich food with a source of vitamin C can help increase non-haem iron absorption.

Think:
🥣 oats + berries
🥗 lentils + capsicum
🥦 tofu + broccoli
🍋 beans or leafy greens + a squeeze of lemon

And if you love a coffee or tea with your meals, timing can matter too. The polyphenols in tea and coffee can reduce non-haem iron absorption, so if maintaining your iron levels is a concern, consider enjoying your cuppa between meals instead.

As a vegetarian nutritionist and former plant-based chef, I’m a big believer that good nutrition shouldn’t just be about what we eat but understanding how to get the most from the foods we’re already enjoying. 🌱

Stay tuned for more plant-based nutrition tips and the upcoming launch of nutrition consultations at Formulae Maroochydore.✨

18/09/2026

🌱 Vegetarian or vegan? Are you confident you’re getting, and absorbing all the nutrients you need?

A well-planned plant-based diet can provide an incredible variety of nutrients, fibre and beneficial plant compounds. But what we eat is only part of the picture. Our gut health, food choices and even how we prepare and combine foods can influence how effectively our bodies access those nutrients.

Hello! I’m Mel 🙋‍♀️ Formulae Maroochydore’s resident vegetarian nutritionist.

As a vegetarian myself, plant-based nutrition is an area I’m particularly passionate about. Before moving further into nutrition, I spent several years working as a plant-based chef - so my approach combines the science of nutrition with practical, realistic ways to make nourishing food genuinely enjoyable.

I’m passionate about helping people better understand their bodies, support their gut health and build a balanced diet without making nutrition feel complicated or restrictive.

Over the coming weeks, I’ll be sharing more about:
🌿 supporting gut health and nutrient absorption
🥬 key nutrients to consider on vegetarian and vegan diets
🍋 simple ways to get more from the foods you already eat
🌱 building a diverse, nutrient-rich diet that works for you

And there’s more coming…

Nutrition consultations are launching soon at Formulae. ✨

Stay tuned for more details! I’m so excited to share what we’ve been working on!

14/09/2026

Sunshine Coast Ladies, you all know about our hormone symptom tracker - now you can test your hormones as often as you like! https://formulae.com.au/formulae-hormone-for-women-tracker/

10/09/2026

29/08/2026

Healthy skin starts with supporting its natural environment 🤍

Our Exfoliating Cleanser is formulated to be microbiome-friendly and pH balanced, helping to cleanse and gently exfoliate without unnecessarily disrupting the skin’s natural barrier.

Maintaining the skin’s slightly acidic pH is an important part of supporting its protective barrier, moisture balance and healthy microbiome - especially when choosing products you use regularly.

Not sure what your skin needs? Come in and chat with us, or book a skin consultation at Formulae for personalised recommendations tailored to your skin. ✨

Link for our website is in bio, pop in or give us a call!

23/08/2026

🤔🦠We used to think gut bacteria bounced back in a few weeks. New research from Nature Medicine shows it’s more like a multi-year recovery project.

Does this mean you should avoid antibiotics? Absolutely not.
Bacterial infections are serious, and antibiotics save lives. But it does mean we shouldn't take them for viral colds or sniffles - and we need to show our gut garden some serious love after a prescription.

Keen on finding out more about what your gut microbiome looks like?
See the website link in our bio or give us a call!

💬 When was the last time you took antibiotics? Drop a 🦠 below!

21/08/2026

A warming, nourishing One-Pot Massaman Curry 🌿🥥

Packed with hearty vegetables, warming spices and creamy coconut, with the option to add tofu or chicken for extra protein.

Simple, comforting and made in just one pot - perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or meal prep. 🤍

Save this one for later!

Let us know in the comments what kind of recipes you’d like to see next!

19/08/2026

Eating with the seasons is a simple way to bring more variety, colour and nutrients to your plate 🌿

Winter produce like broccoli, cabbage, kale, Brussels sprouts and leeks provides a range of fibre, vitamins, minerals and plant compounds that help support overall health and a diverse gut microbiome.

Choosing seasonal produce can also mean fresher food, better flavour and a simple way to naturally vary what you eat throughout the year.

This winter, aim for variety - your gut microbes love it too. 🤍