The Kowhai is known for its high antioxidant bioactivity. With its natural antimicrobial properties, the Kowhai extract helps calm and condition the skin. It also makes for the perfect moisturising and cleansing agent.  Kowhai is used topically in traditional Maori herbal medicine or Rongoa for itchy skin complaints, abrasions as well as musculoskeletal aches and pains.