NEW
Triple Algae Glow Restoring Oil
£38.00
With Liquorice Root & Bakuchiol 1%
This ultra-fast absorbing facial oil contains three sustainable, replenishing algae and potent active ingredients to brighten a tired, dulled complexion.
Housed in our new plastic-free FibrePod, a multi-purpose innovative packaging made by us from loofah gourd – a vegetable from the same family as the cucumber. Give it another lease of life as a body exfoliator or kitchen scrub!
Formulated for sensitive skin
Suitable for all skin types
100% Plastic-Free Skincare | Vegan | Palm-free | Cruelty-Free
50 ml
In stock (can be backordered)
Our customers are loving it…
Cardboard skincare boxes end up in the bin within a few minutes of customers receiving their order…
We want to change this and have developed a multi-purpose pod from unprocessed plant fibres that houses and protects this product during shipping and then turns into either a body exfoliator or kitchen scrub that can be used for weeks to come.
And at the end of its life, you simply put it in your compost bin or bury it in your garden.
After all, it’s made from lightweight, natural plant fibres and no ink, coatings or dyes so it will quickly biodegrade in around 30 days.
Alternatively, you can use it to germinate seeds, instead of using plastic pots!
How are the FibrePods made?
Our FibrePods are made from loofah gourd – a vegetable from the same family as the cucumber. Our loofahs are grown in sunny Egypt, watered using irrigation from the river Nile delta or underground wells, peeled and sun-dried. They are then shipped to us and we hand mould-them to turn them into FibrePods and leave them to air-dry.
Whitfords’ founders and loofahs go way back! From jewellery to sculpture and lamps, they’ve proven that this wonderful vegetable has enormous potential for creating sustainable objects:
Jewellery set from the Liminal Collection, loofah & recycled silver, 2011 – Paula Ortega
Sculpture from the Footprints Collection, bioplastic & copper, using loofah moulds, 2015, Paula Ortega
Loofah Cube, Loofah & Walnut, 2014, Bertram Whitford
Key Ingredients
Triple Algae: Algae and micro-algae are a sustainable resource that’s not just revolutionising the production of biofuel and generation of energy but also have wonderful benefits for our skin! Microalgae addresses damaged skin and prevent further damage. Brown and red algae are rich in vitamins & minerals and soften, soothe and replenish lipids within our skin as well as prevent loss of moisture.
Zero Waste Strawberry Oil: The seeds from the fruit juice industry that would otherwise go to waste are collected, cold-pressed and the result is this light, fruity, aromatic oil full of antioxidants and essential fatty acids (Omega 6 & 9).
Liquorice Root: Antioxidant-rich and skin-soothing, to tackle the look of an uneven skin tone. The extract we use has all the benefits for the skin without the characteristic aroma.
Bakuchiol: A powerful, plant-based, natural alternative to Retinol (Vitamin A). No burning, no stinging, no irritation and suitable for day use. It may help reduce the appearance and depth of fine lines and wrinkles.
White Willow Bark: A natural & gentle source of salicylic acid, for a brighter complexion. It helps the skin defend itself agains microorganisms that can cause acne, it keeps pores clear to avoid the formation of blackheads and bumps and it provides antioxidant protection and calming effect without the associated irritation that synthetic salicylic acid can cause.
Instructions
Gently massage a small amount on face and neck until fully absorbed, morning and evening.
Formula & Manufacturing Process
A minimalist formulation with no water use. The manufacturing process takes place without the use of heat.
No added fragrance or essential oils, just the gentle scent of the botanical ingredients in the formula.
Ingredients: Laminaria Digitata (Seaweed) Extract, Fragaria Ananassa (Strawberry) Seed Oil, Squalane (from Olives), Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Liquorice) Root Extract, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Lactobacillus Bulgaricus/Salix Alba (White Willow) Bark, Chlamydomonas Reinhardtii (Green Micro Algae) Extract, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Limonium Vulgare (Crispus Sea Lavender) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Chondrus Crispus (Irish Moss) Extract, Bakuchiol
Botanical Ingredients
When considering sustainable skincare, an often overlooked aspect is the provenance and impact of the ingredients themselves.
We choose botanical ingredients and prioritise those that are either waste by-products of other clean companies, obtained via fermentation processes or lab-grown like micro-algae.
100% Plastic-Free Skincare
Our packaging is 100% plastic-free. You won’t find a small plastic cap, insert, label, lid or dropper. When we say no plastic, we mean it. Our aluminium containers are reusable and endlessly recyclable.
Vegan Friendly & Cruelty-Free
All our botanical ingredients are vegan-friendly and we are proud to be approved as cruelty-free under the Leaping Bunny Programme, the best global cruelty-free assurance.
100% Petroleum-free Skincare
Petroleum is not renewable, therefore not sustainable. This includes mineral oil, PEGs (polyethylene glycols), SLS/SLES (sodium lauryl sulfate / sodium laureth sulfate) and parabens. Thousands of plant-derived cosmetic ingredients exist, and there is absolutely no good reason to incorporate petroleum into our skincare routines.
Palm-Free
We use either alternatives to palm-oil or Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) certified derivatives that have not been farmed through deforestation. At present, all our products are palm-free, with the exception of our Fruit AHAs Exfoliating Mask which contains a very small percentage of a RSPO certified palm derivative.
Read more on where we stand on palm oil.
Organic
Whenever possible or available, we prioritise organic ingredients.
One Product, One Tree
As a way to give back and help reduce the amount of carbon out there, we have partnered with One Tree Planted. For every product we sell, we will plant one tree with them. This tangible act will have lasting effect beyond your product and hopefully beyond all of us!
Transparent
We pledge to always tell it like it is. No exaggerations, distorted information, convenient omissions, concealed facts, baffling marketing gibberish or superstition.
Whitfords Studio
Our London studio was designed and built in-house and all our products are made there: we don’t use external manufacturers. It’s an FSC-certified timber-frame unit complete with green roof to catch all rain water. The electricity used is 100% certified renewable and UK generated, adding to the goal of conserving resources whenever possible.
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Clare Denoff (Verified Owner) –
This product is AMAZING ..a lightweight oil that allows the skin to absorb it without any heavy greasy residue. I am using this in my Holistic therapy practice when I am doing Facial’s and I have been only to pleased to use it with my massage routines..it allows me to glide over the skin effortlessly and smells divine too ! Clare – BirchTree Therapy & Wellbeing
Louise (Verified Owner) –
This is a fantastic product on so many levels. I use this gorgeous, subtle oil at night, and my skin feels enriched after its use. As for the loofah FibrePod – it’s a game changer – and I salute Whitfords for making such an innovative contribution to the fight against plastic and unnecessary packaging in general.
Sharon –
Brilliant oil! They’re absolutely right about the “glowing” effect!
Catherine –
This is revolutionary and I hope Whitfords get the attention they deserve for this product and their plastic-free efforts. The strawberry scent transports me to happy childhood moments and my skin loves it!
Gloria –
Such a clever idea with the packaging! The oil is gorgeous and gets absorbed very fast! I’ve only been using it for a week or so but my skin feels really soft and refreshed