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Uses:Hydrates the skin, providing a smooth, moisturized finish.

weleda skin food ultra-rich body cream

Byrdie / Ashley Rubell

Potential Allergens:Any allergies to ragweed or related plants could cause sensitivity to Calendula.

Any flower or pollen allergies (specifically in the Asteraceae family) could cause sensitivity to Chamomile.

Hypersensitivity to almonds could cause a topical reaction to sweet almond oil.

Weleda Skin Food Original Ultra-Rich Cream

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Active Ingredients:Gentle viola tricolor, calendula, chamomile, beeswax, and (almond) oil.

Weledas environmental consciousness goes beyond sourcing sustainable materials and recyclable packaging, making them a truly mission-driven company.

As for its efficacy, board-certified dermatologist Marisa Garshick, MD, confirms it can’t be beat.

weleda skin food ultra-rich body cream

Byrdie / Ashley Rubell

Skin Food uses active ingredients of calendula and chamomileboth of which are floral derivatives.

“It’s also ideal for those with dry skin.”

In terms of the actual feel, this cream is rich and it has some weight to it.

weleda skin food ultra-rich body cream

Byrdie / Ashley RUbell

Despite its thickness, this cream doesnt sit as heavy as others we’ve used.

Its a great foundational layer on the face that doesnt interfere with minimal makeup since it absorbs rather quickly.

Weledas packaging for Skin Food highlights the brand’s efforts toward sustainability.

The Results: A Rush of Hydration

We initially tried Skin Food as a hand cream.

In mere minutes our hands were soft to the touch.

Then, we tried it on our faces.

For someone who doesnt like to do her makeup, that result alone was a dream come true.

Byrdie / Ashley RUbell

The Value: Unbeatable

Skincare products can get pricey, fast.

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Final Verdict

Weledas Skin Food Original Ultra-Rich Cream has worked wonders on our hard-to-hey skin.

2021 Jun;29(1):133-145. doi: 10.1007/s40199-021-00392-x.

Epub 2021 May 9.

PMID: 33966255; PMCID: PMC8149548.