Where Clinical Innovation Meets Clean Beauty
At ISSADA, we blend the purity of mineral makeup with the power of our cosmeceutical skincare which is formulated, and manufactured in our own ISO/GMP certified facility on Australia's beautiful Gold Coast. Backed by clinical expertise and driven by results, our clean, ethical products focus on effective ingredients and skin health, Packed with potent vitamins, minerals and actives, free from toxins and nasties.
Vegan | Cruelty-Free | Proven results | Trusted by Professionals | Loved by skin.
Who is ISSADA
At ISSADA we are passionate about helping people to be comfortable in their own skin. We believe in self expression, creativity and fun, but most of all we believe that skincare and makeup should be safe and healthy, free from toxins and nasties.
Our Official Partners
Skin Health Meets High Performance
At ISSADA, we don’t just make makeup and skincare, we seek to change lives with our tools of skin transformation. Founded in Australia and backed by decades of real clinical experience, ISSADA bridges the gap between skin-loving ingredients and high-performance beauty. Every formula we create is powered by science, driven by results, and inspired by the belief that self-confidence starts with healthy skin.
Made in Our Own ISO-Certified Lab
Unlike many beauty brands, we own our manufacturing facility, giving us full control over formulation, testing, and production. Our lab is ISO 22716 (GMP) certified, meeting global standards for safety, hygiene, and quality and every product is manufactured with the same precision you’d expect from a clinical perspective.
This vertical integration ensures not only traceability and transparency, but a higher standard of skincare you can truly trust.
Cosmeceutical Skincare. Clinical Results
Our advanced cosmeceutical skincare is developed to target real skin concerns with proven, potent ingredients including peptides, retinoids, vitamins, enzymes, ceramides, and biomimetic ingredients. Whether you're addressing acne, ageing, pigmentation or sensitivity, ISSADA has formulas to nurture and care for your skin.
All our skincare is tested on real people, not animals. We use diagnostic equipment to map results to track measurable improvements in hydration, pigmentation, texture, and elasticity, because we believe great skincare should speak for itself, scientifically.
We also test our products alongside aesthetic devices such as lasers, HIFU, microdermabrasion, micro-needling, RF and others to assess safety and results.
Mineral Makeup. Real Skin Benefits.
Our mineral makeup goes beyond coverage. it’s treatment-based beauty that supports skin health while delivering flawless, long-lasting results.
Each product is infused with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and natural SPF protection to calm, nourish, and protect the skin. Breathable, buildable, and suitable for even the most sensitive complexions, ISSADA Mineral Makeup lets your natural beauty shine through without compromising your skin.
Ethical. Clean. Effective.
Cruelty Free & Vegan • No SLS, SLES, parabens, or talc • Ethically sourced raw ingredients Transparent INCI listings • Tested not on animals, but with tech.
Proven Expertise. Passionate Innovation.
ISSADA is built on the foundation of clinical knowledge and professional training. Our founder’s legacy in the aesthetics industry drives our ongoing commitment to educating skin professionals and delivering tools they can confidently use in treatment rooms, on runways, for TV, film & media, in industry training schools and at home.
We continue to invest in cutting-edge ingredients, packaging sustainability, and ethical sourcing, ensuring our range is always evolving but never compromising.
Welcome to ISSADA — where beauty is healthy, smart, and science-led.
Meet the Team
Deb Farnworth-Wood
Founder
With over 36 years experience in health and wellness, including 18 years in medi-aesthetics, Deb is a beauty industry pioneer, and lifelong entrepreneur with a knack for blending science with soul. With nearly two decades of experience in aesthetics (including growing one of Australia’s largest clinic networks), serving on the boards of Aura Medical and Gro Clinics, Deb brings a rare combination of clinical expertise, business savvy, and down-to-earth warmth. She believes skincare and makeup should empower, not overwhelm — and her vision for ISSADA is grounded in clean formulas, real results, and a whole lot of heart. Whether she’s in the lab, behind a mic, or cheering on her team, Deb leads with purpose, curiosity, and a good dose of humour.
Jacques Farnworth-Wood
Formulator and Director
As the formulator and company director at ISSADA, I’m at the heart of our product innovation and production. My role involves researching and discovering new ingredients, carefully crafting and perfecting formulas that align with our brand standards and overseeing the entire process of our in-house product production. Beyond formulation, my director duties involve steering the company’s vision, making strategic decisions, and ensuring that every aspect of our operations reflects the excellence that ISSADA is known for.
Lisa Mountney
Office manager
As the Office Manager at ISSADA, I'm involved in each aspect of our day-to-day administrative and customer service operations. My role is to ensure everything runs seamlessly behind the scenes. From coordinating administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, booking events and expos, managing correspondence, overseeing travel arrangements, and keeping our records in order, I’m always on top of the details. I also handle the essentials that keep our office running smoothly, like supplies and equipment, so that our team can focus on what they do best. My objective is to cultivate an environment that is well-organized and where our team feels supported and valued on a daily basis.
Sophie Fuhrmann
Studio Manager
As the Studio Manager at ISSADA, I’m dedicated to ensuring that our Brisbane CBD and Bulimba studios thrive. In my role, I do a little bit of everything - from training and education, boosting sales, to using my makeup artist skills, all while leading our studio teams and prioritising customer care. I also manage rosters, oversee retail operations, and provide training support whenever needed. Further to that, I contribute to our social media content, making sure our online presence captures the essence of our brand. My goal is to create a seamless experience for both our team and our customers, ensuring our studios thrive and reflect the excellence of the ISSADA brand.
Ashleigh McKean
Warehouse Team Leader
As the Warehouse Team Leader, I’m at the heart of keeping our operations running smoothly and efficiently. I lead our warehouse team, ensuring we pack and ship orders accurately and on time. My responsibilities include product filling, labeling, inventory management, and warehouse organisation. When supplies run low, I take care of ordering new products to keep everything well-stocked. My role also involves handling general warehouse duties to maintain a seamless workflow. My goal is to ensure that every aspect of our warehouse operates like a well-oiled machine.
Lynette Rouse
General Manager
With over 30 years in skincare and wellness, Lynette brings a world of experience — and heart — to ISSADA. She’s worked with leading dermatologists, cosmetic chemists, and innovators around the globe, blending science with artistry to elevate every product and experience we create. Her global recognition includes an international award for ingredient innovation, celebrating her development of a breakthrough skincare bioactive that continues to inspire evidence-based beauty formulations worldwide. Lynette’s passion is connection — between science and beauty, between teams and customers, and between innovation and care. Under her leadership, ISSADA continues to grow as a brand that’s trusted, authentic, and dedicated to skin health and confidence from the inside out.