FAQs
Kenkay FAQs | Your Skincare Questions Answered
General
Kenkay is an Australian owned and made, skincare brand with a wide range of products created with your skin in mind. We’re here to empower you to take control of your skincare and we believe skincare should be straightforward and simple. Shop All
We believe in honest, simple care for your skin and our products reflect that. We want to empower you to take control of your skincare and we want to make it easier for you to choose the products that are right for you.
Sorbolene cream is a gentle, non-greasy moisturiser often used to relieve dry, itchy, or irritated skin. It’s ideal for sensitive skin and can double as a soap-free cleanser or shaving cream.
When looking for the right
Sorbolene product, we suggest seeking advice depending on your individual skincare needs in regards to which product is suitable for you.
Kenkay Dry Skin products including our Dry Skin Moisturising Lotion and Body Wash, are free from lanolin, parabens and SLS.
We are proud to say that we are Australian made and owned. Learn More
Kenkay Extra Relief Cream is great for adding moisture and soothing mild eczema prone skin and can be used in between steroid treatments. We suggest speaking to your health professional about using products in conjunction with your steroid cream treatment.
We do not use any animal-based products in our range apart from our Zinc and Caster Oil Cream which contains beeswax. Learn More
The skin barrier is your skin’s outermost layer that protects against moisture loss
and irritants. To help repair it, use hydrating skincare products rich in ingredients like glycerin or squalane that restore and strengthen.
We are proud to announce we do not test on animals, nor do we hire someone to do so. Learn More
KenKay’s Sorbolene range was improved to remove chlorocresol, an older preservative that caused sensitivities in some people and had that distinctive chemical smell. The new preservatives in our Sorbolene range are benzyl alcohol, sodium benzoate and caprylyl glycol. These give our Sorbolenes a more pleasant odour and with a pH closer to pure water.
Dry skin products
Our Dry Skin Body Wash is designed to soothe, cleanse and help maintain healthy skin hydration.
- Won’t strip the skin’s essential natural layer of protective barrier lipids and oils
- With added Sunflower Oil that improves skin elasticity and tone and helps with strengthening the skin barrier. Sunflower Oil has anti-inflammatory actions when applied topically to the skin.
- Soap free
- SLS free
- Paraben free
- Artificial colour free
- Fragrance free
- Suitable as a mild skin wash for sensitive skin affected by dryness, dermatitis and eczema.
- Suitable for the relief of dry skin affected by dryness, dermatitis and eczema
Our Dry Skin Moisturising Lotion is specially formulated with Aloe Vera leaf juice to soothe, and keep moisture locked in. With the additional benefit of Sunflower Oil that provides extra hydration to your skin. Kenkay Dry Skin Moisturising Lotion:
- Soothes and hydrates dry skin
- Is Fragrance Free
- Is Paraben Free
Start with a gentle, non-stripping facial cleanser, then apply a nourishing moisturiser suited to dry or sensitive skin. Ingredients like aloe vera or squalane can help calm irritation and restore hydration without clogging pores.
Dry skin can be caused by environmental factors, harsh skincare products, or damaged skin barrier. Using moisturisers for dry skin regularly helps lock in hydration and protect.
Extra relief range
Kenkay moisturisers can be used on any part of the body (externally). They are ideal for moisturising and hydrating dry skin.
Sorbolene is able to be used as a moisturiser, it is gentle and fragrance free and designed for all skin types.
The Kenkay Everyday range includes our Sorbolene products which are perfect for everyday use as a moisturiser, cleanser or shaving cream replacement.
The Kenkay Dry Skin range has been created with dry skin in mind; keeping dry skin moisturised and supple. Our Extra Relief range is range of products specifically developed to provide rapid hydration and symptomatic relief for conditions such as mild eczema, dermatitis and dry skin and without any parabens, colours or fragrances in the products.
Aloe vera is a natural plant extract known for its soothing and hydrating properties. It’s often used in skincare for dry skin to calm irritation and support skin repair.
There is no evidence that there are any risks associated with the use of Kenkay skincare products during pregnancy. For any further concerns using any product during breastfeeding/pregnancy we always recommend consulting with your doctor or GP.
Our Zinc and Castor Oil Cream is a favourite amongst mums as it relieves symptoms of nappy rash as well as mild eczema, dermatitis, and minor skin irritations. Making it ideal for use on babies.
There is no age restriction on any of the skincare products, but it is always recommended that a patch test be done in case of any sensitivity, and to consult your doctor if your baby has a skin condition.
We have recently refreshed the look of our Kenkay labels, keeping our same trusted formula but updating our packaging to be easier to find in store and make it easier for you to choose products for your skin.