Grape Expectations: The Skincare Superpower Hiding in Your Wine Glass

If you’re a parent juggling ALL OF THE THINGS, chances are your skincare routine is somewhere between ‘non-existent’ and ‘slap on a bit of whatever I can find when I have the time.’ Sound familiar? If you’d love to take better care of your skin, with minimum effort, I’ve found just the thing!

Enter Vitis V Face TonIQ — a minimalist, luxury skincare solution born from the heart of South Australia’s wine country. Made with raw, unfermented grapeseed and inspired by the centuries-old art of winemaking, it may just be the most elegant way to simplify your skincare routine while doing something genuinely good for your skin.

From Grape to Glow

Not only are grapes good for making your favourite glass of savvy-b, they’re also brimming with skin-loving nutrients. Grapeseed oil and extract are rich in linoleic acid, antioxidants, and powerful phytonutrients that protect, repair, and nourish the skin.

But not all grapeseed products are created equal. What makes Vitis V Face TonIQ different is its use of cold-pressed, small-batch, raw grapeseed—no heat, no solvents, and no commercial shortcuts. It preserves the full bioactive profile of the grape, delivering outstanding antioxidant benefits.

The Mum Behind the Brand

Vitis V was founded by South Australian winemaker and mother, Susan Mickan, who drew on her deep understanding of grapes, oxidation, and skin health to create a skincare product rooted in simplicity and science. After completing a diploma in organic skincare formulation, she became disillusioned with the industry’s reliance on chemical engineering, over-processing, and overly complex routines. Motivated to challenge misconceptions about plant oils and their role in skincare, Susan set out to prove that high-performance formulations can be both natural and minimal. Her goal was to create a product that respected the integrity of ingredients and could be trusted by women seeking clean, effective solutions.

One Bottle, Ten Benefits

If your bathroom shelf is filled with various lotions and potions promising to fix your skin woes, you’ll be pleased to hear that this one 30ml bottle can replace more than 10 individual skincare products. From hydration to pigmentation control, acne healing to anti-aging support, it does it all.

3-4 drops morning and night are all you need. No 12-step routine. Just glowing skin!

Skincare with a Conscience

We all want to make better choices for our families and the planet, which is why Vitis V is:

Made using solar energy
Packaged in recyclable Miron glass and FSC-certified cardboard
Free from synthetic chemicals, fragrances, and preservatives
Vegan, cruelty-free, and suitable for all skin types—including sensitive and teen skin

It even uses by-products from the winemaking process, creating a circular economy model that’s as kind to the earth as it is to your skin.

What You Can Expect from Vitis V Face ToniQ

With just a few drops morning and night, Vitis V Face TonIQ begins to work with your skin’s natural biology—no harsh chemicals, no time consuming, complicated routine. In the first 1–2 weeks, expect calmer, more hydrated skin that feels soft to the touch. By week 3, you’ll likely notice smoother texture, fewer blemishes, and a more even tone as inflammation and pigmentation begin to fade. Over time, with consistent use, the skin’s barrier is strengthened, collagen is protected, and your skin will glow!

Whether you’re looking to simplify your routine, calm sensitive skin, or invest in truly clean beauty, this small-batch blend delivers visible results with purpose and purity.