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At Duck’s Cottage we are dedicated Making Natural, and Sustainable products

Hand-pouring 10,000 bottles is not a scalable business model. 🛑Are you a skincare or body care brand owner spending your...
27/05/2026

Hand-pouring 10,000 bottles is not a scalable business model. 🛑

Are you a skincare or body care brand owner spending your valuable weekends hand-pouring viscous lotions with a funnel?

Manual filling is the #1 bottleneck for growing artisan brands. It’s slow, inaccurate, and completely prevents you from focusing on strategy, marketing, and sales.

At Ducks' Cottage, we have mastered artisan care—but we also know that growth requires high-speed precision. That’s why we’ve invested in the professional infrastructure so you don’t have to.

Introducing the Ducks' Cottage Product Filling Service:
✨ Precision Filling. ⚡ Scalable Speed. 📍 Marrickville Made.

Leverage our professional infrastructure to scale your business without the overhead or massive MOQs of contract manufacturing.

Our Capabilities:

Speed: Up to 15 Litres/min (That’s up to 60 standard 250ml bottles a minute).

Versatility: From thin facial serums to thick, viscous creams, liquid soaps, and lotions.

Volume Range: Absolute precision from 50ml all the way up to 5 Litres (perfect for refill stations and hospitality supply).

Containers: Glass bottles, PET plastic, and jars.

We are fellow makers based in the heart of Marrickville. We understand the integrity of your formulas because we make them too.

Let us break your production bottleneck. DM us or email to discuss our flexible MOQs for growing indie brands.

The Science of Harmony: Why Rose Geranium is a Skin-Care Essential. 🌿🌹Most commercial "floral" washes are just synthetic...
03/05/2026

The Science of Harmony: Why Rose Geranium is a Skin-Care Essential. 🌿🌹

Most commercial "floral" washes are just synthetic detergents with a drop of fake perfume. At Ducks’ Cottage, we treat Rose Geranium as an active ingredient, not just a scent.

Our Rose Geranium Liquid Castile is slow-cooked in Marrickville using high-solubility Rice Bran and Olive oils. But the magic is in the essential oil:
For the Skin: Geranium is a natural "balancer," helping to regulate your skin's natural oils whether you're prone to dryness or shine.

For the Senses: It’s an adaptogen for your mood—uplifting when you're tired, and calming when you're stressed.

The Finish: We’ve anchored the bright floral notes with an earthy undertone, ensuring you smell like a lush garden, not a candy shop.
Real botanical science. Real Marrickville craft.

Tough on dirt, cool on the skin. 🧊 Meet the Ducks' Cottage "Grit & Grime" specialist.If you’ve been battling garden soil...
06/04/2026

Tough on dirt, cool on the skin. 🧊 Meet the Ducks' Cottage "Grit & Grime" specialist.
If you’ve been battling garden soil, engine grease, or stubborn calluses, regular soap just isn't going to cut it. That’s why we engineered this heavy-duty exfoliating bar right here in our Marrickville workspace.
We fortified our signature plant-oil base with Fine Volcanic Pumice Powder and White Kaolin Clay to physically buff away ingrained dirt without relying on harmful plastic microbeads.
But the best part? The recovery. Scented exclusively with 100% Pure Peppermint Essential Oil, it delivers an icy, tingling blast that clears the sinuses and provides instant relief to tired, achy hands and heavy feet after a massive day.
Unlike harsh industrial cleaners that leave your hands cracked and dry, our blend of Sweet Almond and Olive Oils ensures your skin is replenished and conditioned, even after a deep scrub.
Ready to wash off the hard work? Tap the link in our bio to upgrade your bathroom toolkit.

The Slow-Skincare PhilosophyWellness is not just a destination; it’s a daily practice. 🌱✨Because your morning and evenin...
03/03/2026

The Slow-Skincare Philosophy
Wellness is not just a destination; it’s a daily practice. 🌱✨
Because your morning and evening rituals should be a moment of pause—not just another routine. 🕊️
Since 2012, the heart of Ducks’ Cottage has been right here in our Sydney studio. We dedicate every small batch to a simple truth: that your skin deserves intentional, luxurious love. 💖
We don’t believe in rushing the process. We embrace the "art of slow," crafting our skincare using traditional, patient methods that keep the pure plant goodness locked in.
Why choose the Cottage Ritual?
📍 Sydney Made: Small-batch care, from our studio to your door.
🌿 Palm Oil Free: An ethical commitment we will never compromise on.
🐰 Vegan & Cruelty-Free: Kindness to animals, always.
✨ Pure Plant Botanicals: Safe for your skin, zero synthetic toxins.
Start your day by honoring the body you are in.
Wash. Rinse. Relax.
✨ Reveal your glow at the link in our bio 🌿

The Ritual & PhilosophyWellness is not just a destination; it’s a daily practice. Because your daily rituals should be a...
03/03/2026

The Ritual & Philosophy
Wellness is not just a destination; it’s a daily practice. Because your daily rituals should be a moment of pause, not just a routine. 🌿
Since 2012, our heart has been in our Marrickville workshop. We believe a simple truth: your skin needs love also. We don’t believe in rushing. We craft our skincare using traditional, patient methods that keep the pure plant goodness locked in.
Why choose the Cottage Ritual?
📍 Proudly Sydney Made: Small-batch care, from our studio to your door.
🌿 100% Palm Oil Free: An ethical commitment we will never compromise on.
paws Vegan & Cruelty-Free: Kindness to animals, always.
✨ Pure Plant Botanicals: Safe for your skin, free from synthetic toxins.
Start your morning by honoring the body you’re in.
Wash. Rinse. Relax.

Your Brand. Our Expertise. Let’s Create Something Remarkable. 🤝Stop white-labeling generic products and start telling yo...
01/03/2026

Your Brand. Our Expertise. Let’s Create Something Remarkable. 🤝
Stop white-labeling generic products and start telling your own story. At Ducks’ Cottage, we believe your brand deserves more than a "one-size-fits-all" approach.
Whether you’re a boutique retailer or an eco-conscious entrepreneur, you can work directly with our founder, Ross, to develop a signature skincare line that reflects your values. From custom scents to unique formulations, we bring over a decade of expertise in Australian cold-process soap to your project.
Why partner with our Marrickville workshop?
✅ Small-Batch Agility: We specialize in artisan production runs that larger factories won't handle—perfect for boutique brands.
✅ Low MOQs: We support independent businesses with accessible minimum order quantities.
✅ 100% Palm Oil-Free: Mastered high-performance, vegan formulations without the environmental cost.
✅ Full Compliance: We ensure every product meets Australian Cosmetic Labelling Standards, so you’re retail-ready from day one.
From our signature Soap Gems to bespoke Private Label lines, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern manufacturing standards.

Sunshine in a bottle! ☀️🍋Our Lemongrass Hand + Body Lotion is designed for those who want deep hydration without the gre...
01/03/2026

Sunshine in a bottle! ☀️🍋
Our Lemongrass Hand + Body Lotion is
designed for those who want deep hydration without the greasy feel. It’s fast-absorbing, plant-based, and smells like a crisp spring morning.
🌿 Vegan & Cruelty-Free
🌿 Paraben & Sulphate-Free
🌿 100% Recycled Packaging
Treat your skin to the "Citrus Kick" it deserves.

FREE POSTAGE on all orders over $75! 🎉​Looking for luxury, ethical skincare that actually nourishes your skin? Welcome t...
20/02/2026

FREE POSTAGE on all orders over $75! 🎉
​Looking for luxury, ethical skincare that actually nourishes your skin? Welcome to Ducks’ Cottage! 🦆✨
​Since 2012, we’ve been handcrafting premium, small-batch soaps right here in our Marrickville workshop. We use only plant oils and pure botanicals—absolutely zero shortcuts. 🌿

​Every order is packed with care and shipped directly to your door anywhere in Australia. Our products are proudly:
✨ Palm Oil-Free: An ethical commitment we never compromise on.
🐾 Vegan & Cruelty-Free: Plant-based and kind to animals.

💧 Safe for Sensitive Skin: Zero sulphates, parabens, or harsh toxins.
​Experience the difference of authentic Australian craftsmanship without leaving home.
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(Afterpay is available at checkout!)

Freshness, naturally. 🌿✨Tired of harsh chemicals but need a deodorant that actually works? Meet our Rosemary & Frankince...
19/02/2026

Freshness, naturally. 🌿✨

Tired of harsh chemicals but need a deodorant that actually works? Meet our Rosemary & Frankincense Natural Deodorant.

Crafted at Duck’s Cottage, this aluminum-free formula combines the earthy, grounding scent of Frankincense with the crisp, herbal notes of Rosemary. It doesn’t just mask odors—it keeps you feeling fresh and confident all day long using only pure, natural ingredients.

✅ Aluminum-free & Paraben-free
✅ Handcrafted in small batches
✅ Gentle on sensitive skin
✅ Refreshing, unisex botanical scent

Switch to a cleaner routine today. Your pits (and the planet) will thank you! 🌍💚

Are you washing your clothes in "invisible plastic"? 🌿🧺Most of us don't realise that standard detergents aren't actually...
26/01/2026

Are you washing your clothes in "invisible plastic"? 🌿🧺

Most of us don't realise that standard detergents aren't actually soap—they are synthetic chemical cocktails often loaded with optical brighteners and fillers that stay on your clothes long after the rinse cycle.

At Ducks' Cottage, we are rethinking laundry day in Marrickville.

Meet our Natural Eucalyptus Laundry Wash. This is "True Soap."
Handmade from saponified Coconut and Olive oils, we ditched the harsh synthetics for the power of nature. We use mineral-rich Washing Soda and Baking Soda to lift dirt, and 100% Pure Australian Eucalyptus Oil to crush odours.

Why it’s a game-changer:
✅ The "Australian Clean": Nothing smells fresher than the bush. Perfect for musty gym gear and towels.
✅ Sensitive Skin Saviour: No sulphates, no synthetic fragrances. Just clean.
✅ Eco-Warrior: Grey-water safe, biodegradable, and available in 5L bulk refills to save plastic.

You’ll see why switching to a saponified vegetable oil formula (like ours!) is the best thing you can do for your skin and your septic system

There’s nothing quite like the smell of sheets dried in the Aussie sun. ☀️🧺 But did you know that "fresh" scent in comme...
25/01/2026

There’s nothing quite like the smell of sheets dried in the Aussie sun. ☀️🧺 But did you know that "fresh" scent in commercial detergents is often trapped inside tiny plastic shells?
We’re peeling back the label on standard laundry wash to reveal the hidden plastics (liquid polymers!) that might be hanging on your line. 🚫🧴
​We’ve compared the big brands to the Ducks Cottage difference:
✅ No liquid plastics
✅ No synthetic shells
✅ Just clean, breathable, sun-dried fabric.
​Want the full scoop? Tap the link in our bio to read our latest blog post: "The Invisible Plastic on the Line." 🔗👆https://www.duckscottage.online/s/stories/the-invisible-plastic-on-the-line-the-truth-about-commercial-detergents

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