Weleda Skin Care: Beauty in Harmony with Nature

"In 1921 pharmacists and physicians gathered in Switzerland under the guidance of Dr. Rudolph Steiner to create a natural medicine and personal care company later called Weleda. Using pharmaceutical techniques combined with a spiritual approach, they formulated a truly innovative line of quality products based on the study of relationships between substances and processes of nature and the human being.

By cultivating plants using organic and biodynamic agricultural methods, harvesting them at peak times, and processing them with the utmost care, Weleda believes it is possible to retain a plant's inherent qualities and healing properties.

Dr. Steiner chose the name Weleda to honor the ancient tradition of Celtic women healers. He designed the logo to symbolize the act of giving and receiving which is represented by the outer part of the logo, and the uprightness and truthfulness which is represented by the center of the logo. The center of the symbol also represents the staff of Mercury - a venerated symbol of healing."

Personal Care with a Difference

Quality Criteria - Weleda's quality products are the result of utmost care at every stage of the production process.

Product Development - Weleda produces medicinal and body care preparations in cooperation with pharmacists and physicians.

Pure Ingredients - The products in the line contain natural substances that comply with the Weleda Principle of Quality. Most plants are biodynamically or organically grown, either in Weleda's own gardens, or by certified growers, and are harvest at their peak. The plant oils are cold-pressed and their essential oils are all natural.

Production - Production is not simply a mechanical line. Weleda processes and combines raw materials according to holistic criteria, so that they can maintain the original life force of the plants as much as possible.

Quality Control - Their quality control procedures include careful scrutiny of raw materials, maintaining strict standards for production, and regular inspections during and after production to guarantee continually high quality.

Guaranteed Pure - Weleda skin care products are formulated naturally without using artificial fragrances, colors, preservatives or petroleum products.

Fragrance - Weleda's pure fragrances consist exclusively of natural, aromatic plant oils.

Animal Testing - Weleda has never tested its products on animals.

Packaging - The line's boxes, glass bottles, and metal tubes are recyclable materials that preserve the quality of the natural body care products.

Facial Care

Iris Facial Care Line

The beauty of the Iris flower starts under the earth where its rhizome root stores and regulates moisture. When applied to the skin, Iris facial care products act the same way to provide natural moisture for all skin types, enabling the skin to retain moisture while it softens dry areas and increases skin's elasticity.

Weleda grows beautiful Iris flowers biodynamically in Tuscany, where they harvest at dawn during the height of their energy and beauty. Then, they expertly combine the extract of the rhizome root with other beneficial plants and pure essential oils selected to bring out skin's natural radiant beauty.

Iris Cleansing Lotion
Weleda's reformulated Iris Cleansing Lotion is a cream based formula that helps dissolve dirt and remove makeup, leaving skin feeling soft and refreshed. It contains jojoba oil to moisturize and witch hazel extract to act as a gentle astringent.

Iris Cleansing Lotion - Classic
A little lighter that the reformulated Iris Cleansing Lotion, it works exceptionally well to clean the pores and care for the skin. It's especially good for normal to oily skin types.

Iris Facial Toner
Weleda Iris Skin Toner tightens and tones the skin. Extracts of witch hazel and the lemon juice provide an astringent effect, while natural aromatic oils revive the skin.

Iris Facial Masque
This oil-free, cooling gel masque helps to wipe away the effects of stress and environmental exposure and gives skin a feeling of renewed resilience.

Iris Intensive Treatment Masque
With extracts of cucumber, hops and birch in a base of pure almond and jojoba oils, this masque helps moisturize dry facial skin and leave it soft and supple.

Iris Moisture Cream
Weleda's lightest moisturizer, it absorbs quickly and provides long-lasting protection against dehydration for all skin types. Made with pure jojoba oil and beeswax, this light cream gently moisturizes without blocking the pores.

Iris Day Cream
This rich cream moisturizes the skin and protects against everyday dehydration. Similar tot he cream above, Iris Day Cream has a slightly richer texture.

Iris Night Cream
A concentrated night treatment that thoroughly moisturizes normal to dry and parched skin types, during it's nightly rebuilding phase. Extracts of chamomile and calendula flowers leave the skin feeling soft and revived.

Weleda's Recommendations for Normal to Oily Skin Types

The Almond Line

Weleda's Almond Line offers a gentle, sensitive skin care line, that is as luxurious as it is mild - a soothing, harmonious treat for the face.

Almond Cleansing Lotion
This delicate cleansing lotion cleans the pores without irritating sensitive skin. Free of perfumes and artificial cleansing agents, it naturally helps soothe the skin while it cleans.

Almond Facial Oil
This deeply hydrating, cosmetic oil contains the finest almond oil and extracts of chamomile and calendula flowers to soften and soothe the skin. It's especially effective after exposure to harsh weather and it offer a soothing treatment for dry skin.

Almond Facial Masque
Weleda's Almond Facial Masque deep-cleanses and soothes sensitive skin without the hardening and pulling associated with traditional mud masques. Its careful selected ingredients, including fine clay to remove irritants, and extracts of carrot, cucumber and birch, support the natural processes of the skin.

Almond Moisture Cream
This luxurious cream gently moisturizes delicate skin types. Mild and perfume-free, Almond Moisture Cream contains a distillation of blackthorn blossoms in a base of the finest almond oil to soothe even the most demanding skin.

Weleda's Recommendations for Normal to Dry Skin Types (1)

Body Care

From the ravishing wild rose to calming lavender flowers, Weleda's Body Care Line contains ingredients to care for your skin and delight your senses. With products for tired feet, aching legs, sore muscles, chapped lips, and even, well, fragrant underarm, you can reinvigorate and pamper your entire body with Weleda.

Arnica Massage Oil
This versatile massage oil is one Weleda's most popular products, and is also the preferred choice of thousands of massage therapists worldwide. However, it is not just for massage. Anyone can treat aching muscles with the soothing properties of arnica and birch leaves and enjoy the warming olive oil base.

Citrus Body and Massage Oil
The Citrus Body and Massage Oil is sure to delight those looking for a lighter massage oil or a body moisturizer. The oil has soothing and toning qualities of chamomile and calendula, and has a silky consistency with a refreshing citrus aroma.

Citrus Body Lotion
Weleda's lightest lotion, Citrus Body Lotion revives and tones the skin. It immediately absorbs into the skin and its silky texture makes it perfect for everyday use.

Wild Rose Body Oil
For a luxurious treat look no further than Weleda's award winning Wild Rose Body Oil. Ingredients include precious rosa mosqueta, chosen for its soothing qualities and exquisite fragrance, and oils of jojoba and sweet aloud with their deeply moisturizing qualities.

Wild Rose Body Lotion
A precious lotion for the discerning, it maintains the skin's elasticity and leaves it smooth and velvety, while the delicate scent of wild roses soothes and delights the senses.

Iris Hand and Body Lotion
This rich lotion harnesses the same moisturizing capabilities of the iris plant that made Weleda's Iris Facial line so successful. The Iris Hand and Body Lotion also contains pure jojoba oil and the sumptuous aromatic oils of rosemary, lavender, orange and lemon.

Citrus Deodorant
Instead of blocking the sweat glands with antiperspirants, try this naturally effective deodorant to check body odor. This non-aerosol spray uses the juice of pressed lemons, along with aromatic plant essences, to stay fresh feeling.

Sage Deodorant
Weleda's Sage Deodorant remains one their most popular products for its unique, natural scent and its lasting effectiveness. With sage, lemon oil, and other aromatic oils, it offers a refreshing aroma.

Foot Balm
Containing myrrh and calendula in a citrus base, it cools skin, softens calluses, and revitalizes without the irritation of menthol.

Leg Toner
The carefully formulated ingredients in Weleda's Leg Toner help to revive the legs after a long day. Contains arnica, lemon, and iris extract.

Lip Balm
A moisturizing jojoba oil, beeswax, and cocoa butter base with a hint of rose and vanilla.

Natural Fragrances

Lavender Water
There are few scents as calming as lavender, a fragrance that has given pleasure for untold centuries. Weleda's Lavender Water contains essential oil of Mediterranean lavender to soothe and relax the senses.

Eau de Cologne
For a different, delightful scent, choose Weleda's Eau de Cologne to refresh and enliven the senses without overpowering them. Essential oils of carefully chosen flowers and fruits blend to create a distinctive, clean, floral fragrance with a hint of citrus.

Oral Care

Calendula Toothpaste
This mint-free toothpaste has proven to be popular ever since its recent introduction. With soothing calendula and a calcium base for cleansing, it is both a healthy and effective choice. Homeopathic medicine users will appreciate that it's completely mint-free, plus it has a refreshing licorice and fennel taste.

Pink Toothpaste with Myrrh
A long-time favorite of both children and adults, Pink Toothpaste contains nine toning and invigorating essential oils with a hint of mint to leave your breath fresh. The natural cleansing of its calcium base will ensure a sparkling smile.

Salt Toothpaste with Baking Soda
Adults will appreciate this toothpaste, which was developed by Weleda in cooperation with European dentists long before baking soda toothpastes became trendy. The ingredients help reduce tartar build up, tone gums and leave teeth gleaming.

Plant Gel Toothpaste
Those with sensitive gums will find Weleda's Plant Gel Toothpaste to be a relief. Gentle and soothing, it still effectively cleans the teeth, and the taste is difficult to beat with its combination of mint and lemon.

Children's Tooth Gel
Parents can cater to their children's tastes while relaxing in the knowledge that the ingredients are pure and natural. Gentle enough for young children, it also contains fine silica that will keep their teeth white and their smiles bright.

Mouthwash Concentrate with Myrrh
With concentrates of sage, clove, eucalyptus, and peppermint oils, you will only need a few drops in a small glass of water to use this very refreshing rinse.

Shampoos and Conditioners

Rosemary Shampoo
This robust, invigorating shampoo is perfect for medium to dark hair. Weleda's special formulation invigorates the scalp without stripping natural oils.

Rosemary Conditioner
This extra-moisturizing conditioner protects hair against tangles and brittle ends, and keeps hair manageable.

Rosemary Hair Oil
Weleda formulated this deep conditioning oil with clover blossoms and burdock root for dry or frizzy hair.

Rosemary Hair Lotion
This non-oily hair lotion is a unique product that's used after shampooing for styling to control flyaways and to help the condition of permed, bleached or damaged hair. The carefully formulated herbal extracts will promote healthy looking hair and scalp.

Chamomile Shampoo
This rich, creamy shampoo is ideal for fair and delicate hair, plus the chamomile highlights hair's natural color.

Chamomile Conditioner
This conditioner adds body and leaves light and fine hair extra soft and silky.

Baby Care

Calendula Baby Cream
Weleda's Baby cream cares for chafed or reddened areas without using unnecessary medication. Calendula extract and gentle plant oils make it perfect for daily application.

Diaper-Care
As a natural healing alternative Diaper-Care offers quick, effective relief for diaper rash and minor skin irritations. Zinc Oxide protects and promotes healing, while calendula soothes the skin.

Calendula Baby Soap
This very mild soap gently cleanses and soothes even the most delicate skin. With pure plant ingredients, the beneficial properties of Calendula and a mild scent make this soap perfect for the sensitive skin of babies, children and adults.

Calendula Baby Lotion
This gentle, soothing lotion moisturizes delicate skin, creating a protective layer around the child. Gentle almond and jojoba oils leave the skin soft and supple.

Calendula Baby Oil
With calendula extract and mild plant oils, Calendula Baby Oil offers a layer of warmth on baby's skin after bathing. It's also ideal for baby massage and to soften cradle cap.

Calendula Talc-Baby Powder
Weleda Calendula Baby Powder absorbs moisture, leaving skin feeling cool, dry and fresh. Regular use protects delicate skin, and the powder is naturally free from any artificial additives.

For Mother

(In addition to Calendula Ointment, see Foot Balm, Leg Toner, and Arnica Massage Oil descriptions above. These products help provide extra-special care for the mother-to-be and the nursing mother.)

Calendula Ointment (formerly Rash Care)
Finding a treatment for sore nipples that is not potentially harmful for the nursing baby can be difficult, but not at Weleda. Their completely natural Calendula Ointment works effectively and safely.

Shaving Products

Shaving Cream
Weleda's non-foaming Shaving cream offers a creamy lather that insures a close and comfortable shave. Formulated with choice ingredients, this silky shaving cream tones the skin and helps reduce after-shave irritation. Apply it with or without a shaving brush.

After Shave Lotion
This slightly astringent after shave revitalizes and refreshes the skin after shaving. It can also be used immediately before shaving to tighten the skin and ensure a smooth, close shave. Ingredients include witch hazel, pure plant extracts and essential oils to give it a subtle, spicy fragrance.

After-Shave Balm
This calming balm is perfect for daily use, soothing the skin after shaving and leaving it soft and supple. Since it contains jojoba oil, it is an excellent moisturizer. Aloe vera gel and extracts of chamomile and myrrh work to ease skin irritation.

Bath Line

Soaps

Rosemary Soap
Weleda's rosemary Soap is the perfect way to start the day! The fragrance of pure rosemary extract is renowned for its refreshing and revitalizing qualities.

Iris Soap
Made with soothing chamomile, natural aromatic oils and the uniquely moisture-balancing properties of iris, Weleda's Iris Soap cares for your skin as it cleanses.

Rose Soap
This creamy, delicate soap pampers the skin and the senses with the finest natural plant oils, including jasmine and precious attar of rose.

Bath Oils

Lavender Bath Oil
Lavender is one of the most soothing scents - perfect for shedding the stress of the day. This (and Rosemary Bath Oil) disperse easily in the water and provide for a carefree, relaxing bath.

Rosemary Bath Oil
Rosemary is an invigorating scent making this the perfect oil for bathing before and evening out, or in the morning to start the day refreshed.

Bath Milks

Lavender Bath Milk
Lavender Bath relaxes and calms the senses, helping provide for a restful night's sleep.

Pine Bath Milk
This bath milk contains the fragrance of pine which helps calm overloaded senses. Perfect for unwinding at the end of a stressful day.

Rosemary Bath Milk
The scent of rosemary is ideal for after working out or to recover from a tough, stressful day.

Citrus Bath Milk
This is also a terrific choice for after work outs - citrus fruits are renowned for their refreshing qualities.

Weleda also carries an extensive line of homeopathic/anthroposophic medicines. Over the last 75 years, they've built a reputation for medicines that support the body's natural ability to heal itself. In Weleda's early days, Dr. Rudolph Steiner worked closely with physicians to formulate medicines out of a wealth of knowledge. Since then, Weleda's pharmacists and physicians have continued to offer the finest natural medicines available.

Weleda's safe and effective medicines are holistic in nature and work to facilitate the natural healing process. Instead of simply masking the symptoms, they look to them for clues to the direction the body is taking to heal itself. In keeping with the long-standing tradition of homeopathic medicine, Weleda's remedies are administered tin small, safe doses that treat an illness without unwanted side effects.

The line includes remedies for rashes, burns, sprains, wounds, sinus problems, colds etc. For more information about these and other Weleda products, call 1-800-241-1030.(2)