Your skincare routine just got smarter thanks to Elemental Herbology’s latest product innovation, ​​Smart Screen SPF50.

With a vegan, silicone-free and fragrance-free formula, the lightweight SPF50 moisturiser is super-charged with highly protective high-tech, naturally derived ingredients to shield the skin from sun damage, blue light from screens and pollution.

These include Pollustop® and Aquaceria which form an invisible, breathable shield on the skin and help to scatter UV rays and blue light while skin-nourishing ingredients such as provitamin B5, and vitamin E help to hydrate, repair and strengthen the skin.

Head of education at Elemental Herbology, Antonia David, explained: “While the damaging effects of UV rays on our skin are very well documented, we’re generally much less aware of the skin damage caused by exposure to environmental pollutants and blue light.

“Regular and frequent exposure to vehicle exhaust fumes, cigarette smoke and heavy metal emissions, as well as to the blue light emitted by our digital devices puts the skin in a state of oxidative stress, causing a breakdown of collagen, a weakened skin barrier and excess pigmentation, resulting in a dull, uneven skin tone.

“Smart Screen SPF50 is our latest addition to the Fire element range, making it a perfect feather-light daily moisturiser and protector which can be used on its own, or in addition to your usual moisturiser.”

Smart Screen SPF50 will be available from May in both professional and retail sizes.

With the phenomenon of double cleansing taking the skincare world by storm, Elemental Herbology (voted Best Natural Spa Brand of 2023 in the Beauty Shortlist Awards 2023) has launched two new products to create a two-step double cleansing routine.

The routine begins with the new Five Elements Cleansing Balm. Scented with a luxurious blend of geranium and grapefruit essential oil, this rich balm-to-oil formula is powered by jojoba oil, apricot oil and sea buckthorn oil.

The second step is the best-selling, brand favourite Five Elements Vital Cleanse. The cleanser is formulated with wildflower honey, vitamin C, green tea and papaya which uses gentle enzymatic action to remove further build-up on the skin caused by exposure to the environment and pollution.

Antonia David, head of education, explained the science behind double cleansing.

“Using two different cleansers – an oil-based one first, followed by a gentle foaming cleanser – effectively rids the skin of dirt, impurities and debris accumulated throughout the day. This helps to prevent blocked pores, breakouts, and dull, congested skin.

“The best part?” says David, “double cleansing ensures that every other skincare product applied afterwards will work better, effectively super-charging your entire skincare routine.”

The new cleansing duo will form the new Five Elements skincare range, which is suitable for all skin types and seasons. The collection will launch in September and be available online and through Elemental Herbology spa partners.

Wood, fire, earth, metal and water. Ancient Chinese philosophy tells us that everything in life is composed of and influenced by these five natural elements. They influence who we are and what we feel and they can be affected by many different factors such as our lifestyle, diet, stress levels, routine and the seasons.

At Elemental Herbology, we embrace the elemental way of life. With five unique product ranges spanning skincare, bodycare and home fragrance – alongside a carefully curated treatment menu designed to balance both body and mind – our therapeutic aromatherapy blends, performance-driven ingredients and skilful techniques offer spas, salons and customers alike the ultimate Five Element experience.

To begin each Elemental Herbology spa treatment, we determine the client’s dominant element using our Five Element Face & Body Profile consultation. Then we help them select one of five elemental body oils for a truly bespoke and experience; Wood to rejuvenate; Fire to energise; Earth for harmony; Metal to detox; and Water to soothe and relax.

The Elemental experience goes one step further than products and treatments. We work with our ever-growing collection of luxury spas and salons across the globe (including Four Seasons Park Lane, Nobu Shoreditch and Waldorf Astoria Maldives) to weave our ethos throughout the spa journey. This ranges from bespoke F&B offerings – including a juice menu based on our key five element botanicals – to incorporating the spa facilities into the Five Element journey. From fire pits, to steamrooms and saunas, each spa facility can be tailored to the five elements, allowing your guests to become fully immersed in the elemental way of life.

Elemental Herbology’s head of education, Antonia David, said: “In an ideal world, all five elements would exist in a state of perfect balance and harmony, leading us to experience good physical, mental and emotional health.

“However, the pressures of modern living often knock our balance of the five elements off-kilter. At Elemental Herbology, we’ll help you discover your individual balance of the five elements on the day of your spa experience and will then bring about a better state of balance to the elements through our products, aromas and spa treatments.”

To learn more about Elemental Herbology and our Five Element Theory, head to our official website.