Our Philosophy
Saltbush & Clay Pty. Ltd. is the creative engine behind the frontier brand Thirteen Degrees South — forging the intellectual property of tomorrow by honouring the spirit of the past. Our philosophy is anchored in the raw, unyielding beauty of the wild. By distilling the wisdom of the land into contemporary benchmarks of excellence, we transform rugged inspiration into a refined new reality.
Integrity by Design
The foundation of Saltbush & Clay is not found in a corporate boardroom, but in a twenty-two-year journey that began in the red dust of the Australian Outback. Our value-driven, transparent skincare philosophy is rooted in an absolute connection to Country — blending a visionary background in social enterprise with expertise in luxury brand management.
Our co-founders lead this mission from the ground up. Mark Provost develops our unique formulas in the remote Tanami Desert, NT, in raw proximity to the native ingredients. Clare Provost manages warehouse and distribution from the Noosa Hinterland, QLD. We refuse to follow the industry's lead — choosing instead a path of rigorous science, honest ingredients, and total transparency.
The Breakthrough: Cellular Extraction™
We believe that potency at the source is meaningless if it is lost in processing. While traditional heat-based extraction methods strip plants of their vital intelligence, we sought a better way. Our revolutionary Cellular Extraction™ methodology uses targeted high pressure to capture the plant's full, undisrupted network of water-soluble compounds — what we call unlocking the hydrophilic entourage. Your skin recognises this bio-identical signal at a cellular level, absorbing the intact life-force of the plant for measurable results.
Rooted in Country & Green Chemistry
Our operations are deeply connected to the land. Since approximately 95% of Kakadu Plums are wild-harvested on Aboriginal land, sourcing this fruit is a non-negotiable commitment to community-centred commerce. We help create meaningful economic opportunities in remote regions, ensuring our practices honour the land's traditional custodians.
Every formulation at Saltbush & Clay is grounded in the principles of green chemistry — protecting molecular integrity while minimising environmental impact.