Best Icelandic Beauty Products
Why Iceland's Nature-Meets-Science Approach to Skin Care Is the Latest It Beauty Trend
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Whether it's sheet masks from Korea, micellar water from France, or sun protection from Australia, we're constantly looking to far-flung destinations when stocking our bathroom cabinets. The latest country to pique the interest of beauty brands? Iceland. Following in the footsteps of the Scandi beauty trend, this Nordic island nation is attracting attention from serious skincare enthusiasts.
Considering Iceland is home to a plethora of mineral-rich thermal baths and has a rich history of spa culture, this news might not come as a surprise. In fact, Iceland's pure and potent environment offers up a buffet of skin-loving ingredients. I-beauty brands are truly spoilt for choice when formulating their homegrown products. Firstly, the glacial water is said to be packed full of healing properties ideal for troubled skin. The soil is rich in volcanic ash, which is ideal for those with congested or oil-prone skin. The silica mud deep cleans, while antioxidant-packed algae can help hydrate and soothe.
Harnessing the powers of both nature and science, brands such as Bioeffect, Skyn Iceland, and Blue Lagoon Skin Care create ranges of performance-based yet kind-to-skin products. If you're tempted to give this trend a whirl, keep reading to see our favourite Icelandic products.
Skyn Iceland Hydro Cool Firming Eye Gels
Whether it's a night on the tiles or an all-nighter at the office, tired eyes are always a giveaway sign of a lack of sleep. Remedy the situation in 10 minutes with the Skyn Iceland Hydro Cool Firming Eye Gels (£25). These smart under-eye patches work intensively to diminish puffiness, brighten dark circles, and counteract crepey-ness.
Bioeffect Volcanic Ash Exfoliator
Gently buff away dead skin with Icelandic micro-crystalline lava. The Bioeffect Volcanic Ash Exfoliator (£30) will deeply cleanse to leave skin smooth and supple.
Blue Lagoon Algae Mask
Inspired by the Insta-famous Blue Lagoon, this range of Icelandic skin care is more than deserving of the hype. The Blue Lagoon Algae Mask (£74) uses algae sourced from the Blue Lagoon to nourish skin from within.
Ra Oils Radiance Clay Mask
Handmade in small batches in a studio in Iceland, Ra Oils specialises in skin-changing natural skin care. This Radiance Clay Mask (£85) does what it says on the tin by banishing dullness and boosting glow using pink clay, rosehip extract, and green tea extract.
Skyn Iceland Arctic Face Oil
Skyn Iceland Arctic Face Oil (£30) is the ideal choice for those hesitant to try face oil. Super light and nongreasy, it disappears into skin almost immediately. Thanks to the 99.9 percent pure arctic camelina oil formula, it's packed with omegas to calm inflammation and protect skin from the elements.
Taramar Day Treatment
Taramar Day Treatment (£140) is a potent blend of Icelandic seaweed, organic oils, and medicinal herbs that stimulate cell turnover, counteract inflammation, and restore skin firmness.
Bioeffect Micellar Cleansing Water
Not all water is made equal, as this Bioeffect Micellar Cleansing Water (£50) proves. Infused with Icelandic water, the cleanser melts away dirt, impurities, and excess oil whilst replenishing hydration.
Blue Lagoon Lava Scrub
Using lava taken from the banks of the Blue Lagoon, this Lava Scrub (£74) will renew skin, leaving it smooth and luminous.
