Weleda Skin Food 75ml
The original. Weleda Skin Food has been made since 1926 and has never needed changing. A rich, intensely nourishing cream for dry, rough skin - hands, heels, elbows, face, and anywhere that needs serious moisture.
Skin Food is built on a base of organic sunflower seed oil and sweet almond oil, emulsified with lanolin (wool wax) and beeswax into a thick, rich cream that delivers deep, lasting moisture without sitting on the surface. The botanical blend - wild pansy (Viola tricolor), chamomile, calendula, and rosemary - works with the oil base to calm and comfort dry, stressed skin. The fragrance is from natural essential oils of sweet orange, lavender, and benzoin - distinctive and warm rather than floral.
This is a cult product for a reason. The texture is thick - more ointment-like than lotion - which makes it particularly effective for very dry patches, cracked heels, rough elbows, dry hands after cleaning, and winter skin. A small amount goes a long way.
NATRUE certified natural cosmetic. Free from synthetic preservatives, synthetic fragrances, mineral oil, paraffin, and colourants. Made in Germany by Weleda AG.
Not suitable for vegans - contains lanolin (wool wax) and beeswax.
Why people love it
- In continuous production since 1926 - unchanged formula, proven track record
- Organic sunflower seed oil and sweet almond oil base for deep nourishment
- Lanolin and beeswax emulsification for a rich, protective cream texture
- Botanical phyto-infusion: wild pansy, chamomile, calendula, and rosemary extracts
- Natural essential oil fragrance: sweet orange, lavender, and benzoin
- Thick, rich texture - particularly effective for very dry skin, rough patches, cracked heels
- Free from synthetic preservatives, synthetic fragrances, mineral oil, and paraffin
- NATRUE certified natural cosmetic
- Dermatologist tested
- Made in Germany by Weleda AG
- 75ml tube
How to use it
Apply a small amount to clean, dry skin and massage gently until absorbed. The thick texture warms and softens as it contacts the skin.
Works particularly well on: hands (especially after cleaning or outdoor work), heels and feet, elbows, knees, lips, dry facial patches, and cuticles.
For face: use as an intensive overnight treatment on very dry skin, or apply to dry patches before regular moisturiser during the day.
Tips: a little goes a long way - start with a small amount. The cream is thick and best warmed between the palms before applying to larger areas.
Storage: store at room temperature. Shelf life typically 3 years unopened, 12 months after opening.
Ingredients (INCI)
Water (Aqua), Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Lanolin (Wool Wax), Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Beeswax (Cera Alba), Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Glycerin, Viola Tricolor Extract, Hydrolyzed Beeswax, Sorbitan Olivate, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Arginine, Zinc Sulfate, Fragrance (Parfum)*, Limonene**, Linalool**, Geraniol**, Citral**, Coumarin**.
*Natural essential oils. **Naturally occurring in essential oils.
Not vegan - contains lanolin (wool wax) and beeswax.
Free from: synthetic preservatives, synthetic fragrances, mineral oil, paraffin, colourants.
Allergen advice: contains naturally occurring Limonene, Linalool, Geraniol, Citral, and Coumarin from essential oils. Patch test before use if you have fragrance sensitivities.
For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. Discontinue use if irritation occurs.
Certification: NATRUE Certified Natural Cosmetic.
Country of origin: Made in Germany by Weleda AG.
About Weleda
Weleda is a Swiss-German natural skincare and pharmaceutical company founded in 1921, based in Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany. One of the oldest and most established natural cosmetic companies in the world, Weleda produces all products to NATRUE natural cosmetic standards without synthetic preservatives, fragrances, or petroleum-derived ingredients. Skin Food, launched in 1926, remains their best-selling product globally.
Why Santos Organics
Santos has been the Northern Rivers’ organic food shop since 1978. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, every purchase supports our work in community food systems, environmental advocacy, and the Grow the Growers project. We stock Weleda because a 100-year-old natural cosmetic company making the same certified natural formula since 1926 is exactly the kind of brand our shelves were built for.
Santos Organics is not your average grocery store; it's a not-for-profit social enterprise and environmental charity. Since 1978, we've pioneered the organic wholefood movement. Our stores serve as community hubs where people connect with our team and fellow community members, sharing a journey toward optimal health and wellness. The palpable sense of community forms part of the social and cultural fabric of the Byron Shire and Northern Rivers. Employing over 70 passionate locals, we support hundreds of local farmers, makers, and artisans, promoting the local economy, building community resilience, and strengthening the local food system. Approximately 75% of the food on our shelves is locally grown, produced, or supplied, nurturing interconnectedness and supporting those passionate about clean, wholesome food and sustainable living.
Santos Organics makes conscious shopping easy by sourcing the best organic food and natural lifestyle products. We invest in ethics research through a dedicated Ethics Specialist position, ensuring our products meet rigorous standards before reaching our shelves. Our Care Check process aligns products with our social impact and environmental goals, providing customers with confidence in their purchases. Our commitment to ethical product procurement extends to partnerships with local farmers through initiatives like the Grow the Growers Project. This project helps local farmers establish pathways to the organic retail market, making fresh, locally grown organic food more available and affordable. By incorporating supply agreements and mutual marketing support, we foster connections between customers and the farmers behind their food.
Santos Organics significantly impacts the local community and economy. Over the last three years, our investments in local employment, goods from local suppliers and distributors, rent, and hiring local tradespeople have retained over $26 million within the Northern Rivers. In the past year alone, $5.3 million was circulated back into the local economy through these efforts, supporting over 100 Northern Rivers-based suppliers and distributors. This investment sustains our community's vitality and unique culture. Employing over 70 local team members ensures money stays within the local economy, enhancing opportunities for community interaction and support. Our local suppliers share our vision of promoting creative, sustainable, and healthy product development, strengthening the reputation of the Byron Bay region as a hub for innovation and sustainability.
