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Co-founders, Karissa Mather and Cate Lilja are determined to cement their passion for a more sustainable future into every facet of the Optima brand, including the packaging. 

"We searched the globe for sustainable and ethical packaging that not only protected the product inside but was also aesthetically designed", says Karissa. 

Here we share our bumpy journey to perfection. 

Cate talks to Move Nourish Believe (Lorna Jane Active Living) about five steps you can take to assist with gut health and enjoy glowing, radiant skin. 

As our largest organ, our skin is interconnected with every other system in our body. It holds a particularly strong relationship with our gut.

Five top ingredients to incorporate into your diet to help keep your gut and skin healthy over the holiday season.  

Our co-founder Karissa Mather has 20-plus years’ experience working for some of the most famous names in beauty, health and wellness but her interest in gut health began well before her career did. Now, she is devoting her passion and experience to Optima.

Karissa shares her reflections and survival tips for the challenging-yet-exhilarating journey of start-up business.     

It's hard not to get immersed in the festivities over December and January. With summer, Christmas, party and holiday season upon us, we can quickly forego our healthy habits. Optima co-founder Cate Lilja explains the key ingredients needed to heal your gut after you’ve over-indulged.

Stomach upsets can really hinder your holiday fun. A change of environment, new foods, varying climates, even drinking the water can have an impact. Cate shares some helpful tips on how to maintain a healthy gut while travelling.

The connection between gut and skin health is undeniable. If you’re eating for healthy skin, you must start by feeding your gut microbiome. Optima co-founder Cate Lilja explains the best foods to eat for a healthy gut and beautiful skin.  

Did you know the gut is capable of producing 90 per cent of the serotonin in the body? The importance of gut health is huge: it impacts your mood and overall well-being, so don’t wait to feel unwell before understanding the gut wellness connection. Optima co-founder Cate Lilja shares her knowledge.

Cate Lilja, co-founder of nutriceutical company Optima Nutricosmetics, explains how to incorporate gut health practises and daily self-care into a busy schedule.