# All-Purpose Dry Skin Salves Weleda Skin Food is a Cult Skincare Product Targeting Dry Skin By Rebecca Byers | Published 2018-01-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weleda-skin-food References: [weleda](https://www.weleda.com/product/s/skin-food) Specifically designed for rough and dry skin, [Weleda](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weleda-facial-care) Skin Food is a cult favorite skincare solution, as well as the brand's signature moisturizing product, known for its [revitalizing benefits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/repair-barrier-cream) and free-from ingredients list. In addition to a base of oils and beeswax, Weleda Skin Food is comprised of calendula, chamomile and viola tricolor extracts. While designed for the body, many individuals also opt for using the product as a facial moisturizer. Described by the brand as a "universal skin savior," the product is notably free-from raw materials derived from mineral oils, synthetic fragrances or preservatives. Available on the market since 1926, Weleda Skin Food is an [all-natural, all-purpose cream](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multiuse-balm) that promises to restore the skin to full hydration. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **All-natural Skincare:** The popularity of Weleda Skin Food highlights a trend towards all-natural and free-from ingredient skincare products. - **Multipurpose Products:** Weleda Skin Food's use as a body and facial moisturizer demonstrates a trend towards multipurpose skincare products. - **Revitalizing Ingredients:** The use of calendula, chamomile and viola tricolor extracts can be a disrupting innovation opportunity in the skincare industry for products targeted towards dry and rough skin. ### Who This Affects Most - **Skincare:** The all-natural, revitalizing ingredients found in Weleda Skin Food can be a disrupting innovation opportunity for skincare companies looking to offer free-from ingredient options. - **Cosmetics:** Multipurpose cosmetics that have the potential to be used for different parts of the body can be an area for innovation for companies. - **Natural Beauty:** Weleda Skin Food's 90+ years of success in the natural beauty industry highlights a potential disruption opportunity for businesses looking to create and market all-natural skincare products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plant-Rich Facial Care Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weleda-facial-care.md) - [Natural-Origin Moisturizing Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naturalorigin-moisturizing-creams.md) - [Beneficial Skin Care Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dove-skin-care-cosmetics-moisture.md) - [Restoring Face Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/restore-face-cream.md) - [Tallow-Based Skincare Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sveda.md) - [Food Waste-Based Moisturizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/great-skin-moisturizer.md) - [Skin Restoration Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sorevna.md) - [Olive Oil-Powered Multi-Use Balms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multiuse-balm.md) - [Desert-Inspired Skincare](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/760-skin.md)