Weleda is known for its potent, natural formulas and Skin Food represents my first foray into the brand. Skin Food comes in a bright, earthy green box with the Weleda logo on top. I opted for the smaller 30mL tube, but there is also a larger version which is much more economical.
The back of the box notes that this cream is suitable for the entire body, wherever the skin gets dry and rough. It lists a myriad of beautiful natural ingredients and Weleda's motto "in harmony with nature and the human being".
Among the ingredients are sunflower seed oil, sweet almond oil, rosemary, chamomile, calendula, and lavender. All wonderfully soothing, moisturizing, and aromatic!
The back of the tube suggests that you apply Skin Food "several times a day with a gentle massage". I love the idea of treating the use of this cream as a mini ritual, involving breathing in the invigorating scent and reveling in the rich texture. Such a- dare I say, sensual- treat!
The fragrance of this cream is earthy, fresh, and herbal. Far from mild, but never cloying over overpowering. It seems to simultaneously sooth and energize, which is a wonderful combo, especially during a hectic day at work!
The cream itself is thick and rich, resembling custard in tone and texture. A little goes a very long way, as the formula is ultra potent and concentrated. Here's what a dab looks like on the back of my hand. More than enough for a good massage on all of my knuckles and digits!
In addition to the wonderful scent and luxurious texture, what I love about Skin Food is that it deeply hydrates while soothing and calming irritation and inflammation. My knuckles get quite sore and chapped in the cold weather, and this smoothed things out while banishing redness and discomfort. Plus, it never leaves a greasy or heavy feeling on the skin, which means you can actually return to life tasks just moments after applying. A true all-around winner!
While I'm usually quite lazy with hand creams, Skin Food has converted me. I will never be without this little gem!
Have you tried any products from Weleda? What are your favourite hand creams?
Thanks for reading! xo
My mam and I both use this on our faces during winter, not every night but it's an incredible moisturiser for everywhere!
ReplyDeleteIt really is such a versatile product! Glad you love it too :)
DeleteI love Soap & Glory's hand creams and am also using a Sally Hansen one at the moment that I found in the Pound shop, but it's so nourishing and it smells of oranges! I think my favourite hand cream so far has to be The Body Shop's Wild Rose one though x
ReplyDeleteOoh, I've sampled the Body Shop's Wild Rose cream and it is lovely :)
Deletei think the body shops hemp handcream is pretty up there for me. do you know if this one is as thick as that?
ReplyDeleteI've sampled the Hemp cream and I think they have a similar level of thickness- I think the Skin Food has less of a greasy feel, though!
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ReplyDeleteI will definitely have to try this out. Sounds like it smells delightful & does a good job. :] // itsCarmen.com ☼
ReplyDeleteI wanna try but sad to say this isnt available here in the Philippines! Have a great day. :)
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I need to try this! I'm always looking for a good hand cream. I like the first aid beauty ultra repair cream a lot :)
ReplyDeleteOooh, I'll have to check that one out! Thanks for the recommendation :)
DeleteI'm so glad you love this stuff! It's definitely one of my staples -- I keep one by my bedside at all times :)
ReplyDeleteI really do! So glad I saw the rave for it on your site :)
Deletethat sounds great sweety!
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I haven't tried this brand yet! It sounds like a nice natural hand cream that actually works :)
ReplyDeleteIts looking good by their features or natural formula, I must try this cream for my dry skin, in these days i'm using dove but after knowing about weleda i need to change it. Thankyou x for this helpful post. Can we use it for babies also or not ??
ReplyDeleteI must have to add this natural cream in my top ten best lotions or moisturizing creams.
You really should try it out! Can't say for sure whether it's safe for babies, but I really do find it to be a soothing formula :)
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