Martin & Pleasance is one of Australia's oldest natural health companies, established in Melbourne in the 1850s and still Australian made and owned. The range we stock spans four traditions the company is best known for: Schuessler Tissue Salts, homeopathic complex sprays, the Harmony herbal formulas for women, and a line of single-herb topical creams. It is a catalogue built on low-dose, traditional preparations rather than high-strength actives, which is what distinguishes it from a standard vitamin brand.

What are Schuessler Tissue Salts, and how are they used?

Tissue salts (also called cell salts or biochemic salts) are the heart of the Martin & Pleasance range, and the brand is the established Australian name for them. The system was devised in the 1870s by German physician Dr Wilhelm Schuessler, who identified twelve inorganic mineral compounds — including Mag Phos (magnesium phosphate), Kali Phos (potassium phosphate), Calc Fluor (calcium fluoride), Nat Mur (sodium chloride) and Silica — and prepared each in a low homeopathic potency, typically 6X. The traditional idea is that these minerals are presented in a finely divided, readily assimilated form to support the body's own mineral balance. Each salt has a traditional association: Mag Phos with muscle relaxation and cramping, Kali Phos as a "nerve nutrient," Calc Fluor with tissue elasticity, and Silica with skin, hair and nails. We stock the full set of twelve singles, the popular combination blends (such as Combination 12 as a general tonic and the Kidz children's range), and the tablet, spray and topical cream formats.

The Harmony range — herbal support through menopause and the cycle

Harmony is Martin & Pleasance's herbal line for women, and Harmony Menopause is its best-known product. It is built around Wild Yam, Sage, Dong Quai and other traditional herbs, formulated to support the body through the hormonal shifts of perimenopause and menopause, with variants (Menopause, Menopause Max, Day & Night) pitched at different symptom intensities. The wider Harmony range extends to Balance and Restore for cyclical support, U Dream for sleep, and My Beauty marine collagen. These are listed medicines using herbs traditionally used in Western herbal medicine — supportive formulas rather than hormone therapy.

Homeopathic complex sprays and traditional herbal creams

The Homeopathic Complex sprays are combination homeopathic preparations in a convenient oral-spray format, covering everyday concerns such as allergy, bladder, heartburn and reflux, and cravings. Alongside them sit the All Natural Creams — single-herb topical preparations of Arnica, Calendula, Comfrey, Witch Hazel, Nettle and Tea Tree — the kind of traditional first-aid-cabinet creams long used for bumps, grazes and skin support. The Ener-C effervescent vitamin C sachets round out the range for everyday immune support.

Who the range may suit

Martin & Pleasance tends to appeal to people who prefer gentle, traditional and homeopathic approaches: those drawn to the Schuessler tissue-salt system, women looking for herbal support through menopause, and anyone wanting traditional herbal creams for the home. Because the preparations are low-dose, they are often chosen as a first, gentle option.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy Martin & Pleasance tissue salts online in Australia?
You can order the full Martin & Pleasance range — tissue salts, Harmony, homeopathic sprays and creams — here from Health Freek, a naturopath-owned Australian stockist, with no prescription required.

Which tissue salt is which?
The twelve singles each carry a traditional association — for example Mag Phos for muscle relaxation, Kali Phos as a nerve nutrient, Calc Fluor for tissue elasticity, Nat Mur for fluid balance and Silica for skin, hair and nails. If you are unsure which to choose, the Combination 12 blend is the traditional general tonic, and your healthcare professional can help you match a salt to your needs.

Is Harmony Menopause hormone replacement?
No. Harmony Menopause is a listed herbal medicine built on herbs such as Wild Yam, Sage and Dong Quai, traditionally used to support the body through menopause. It is not hormone replacement therapy. If you take medication or have a hormone-sensitive condition, check with your healthcare professional first.

Explore related ranges in our Hormonal Health, Women's Health, Sleep Support and Skin Health collections.

Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Homeopathic and traditional medicines may not work for everyone. If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.