Weleda Personal Care and Skin Care

Weleda is a globally recognized leader in certified natural and organic personal care products and anthroposophic pharmaceuticals. Founded in 1921 by Rudolf Steiner, Ita Wegman, and Oskar Schmiedel, the brand was established on the principles of anthroposophy, focusing on the connection between mankind and nature through holistic health solutions and sustainable sourcing.

The headquarters are located in Arlesheim, Switzerland, with a major production site in Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany. Weleda operates its own biodynamic medicinal plant gardens to ensure the highest quality of raw ingredients. The company is known for its iconic Skin Food range and is B Corp certified, highlighting its commitment to social and environmental responsibility.

Ownership of Weleda is unique, as the majority of the capital remains with the General Anthroposophical Society and the Klinik Arlesheim. This structure ensures that the brand remains independent of traditional corporate conglomerates, prioritizing its founding philosophical missions and ethical business practices over short-term profit maximization.