
Weleda
Weleda has been making body care products and medicines since 1921. It was founded by Ita Wegman, Rudolf Steiner and Oskar Schmiedel in Arlesheim and Schwäbisch Gmünd. At Taiga, you’ll find Skin Food, which has been available since 1926, as well as Everon lip care, hair care and the For Men range.
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About Weleda
Frequently asked questions about Weleda
Where is Weleda based?
Weleda is a Swiss public limited company based in Arlesheim. Its largest branch is in Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany, which Weleda says is also home to its largest medicinal plant garden.
Since when has Weleda Skin Food been available, and what’s in it?
Skin Food has been available since 1926, and Weleda is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2026. According to Weleda, the cream contains sunflower oil, wool wax, beeswax and extracts of pansy, rosemary, chamomile and calendula, among other ingredients.
What does the name Weleda mean?
The name refers to Veleda, a name historically associated with wise women known for their knowledge of healing. For Weleda, it represents the connection between people, nature and health.

