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At ishga, we believe in harnessing the healing power of nature to create results-driven skincare that nurtures all skin types. One such ingredient in our formulations is Eucalyptus-a plant renowned not only for its fresh, invigorating scent but also for its impressive benefits for healthy, glowing skin.
- July 21, 2025
- 2 min read
We are proud to announce our sponsorship of the Western Isles Island Games Association (WIIGA), whose talented athletes are currently representing the Western Isles at the 2025 International Island Games in Orkney. As champions of health, wellbeing, and community, we are thrilled to be part of this journey.
- July 17, 2025
- 2 min read
In skincare, we are seeing a shift from focusing on anti-ageing quick fixes to something far more powerful - skin longevity. Also known as “skin span,” this emerging philosophy is all about nurturing your skin’s long-term health, resilience, and radiance.
Rather than chasing temporary results or masking signs of ageing, skin longevity champions a more holistic approach: one that supports your skin’s natural ability to hydrate, renew, and protect itself, year after year.
- July 14, 2025
- 3 min read
As the sun lingers longer in the sky and the temperatures begin to change, our skincare needs shift. Summer is a season of sun, holidays and outdoor adventures-and there’s no better way to prep your skin for this radiant time of year than with our luxurious Hebridean Sea Salt Scrub. Crafted with care using pure sea salt flakes and soothing essential oils, this exfoliating treatment is your go-to solution for smooth, hydrated, and glowing summer skin.
- July 14, 2025
- 2 min read
Polysaccharides are the largest group of bioactive substances found in brown seaweeds which we harvest from the pure, clean waters of the Outer Hebrides and incorporate into our skincare products. These exceptional compounds are well known for their moisturising and antioxidant properties, resulting in hydrated, glowing skin.
- July 07, 2025
- 4 min read
Whether you're escaping for a weekend retreat, jet-setting to far-off shores, or simply need your skincare staples close at hand, ishga’s travel-sized skincare range is your passport to healthy, glowing skin-wherever the journey takes you.
- June 30, 2025
- 2 min read
As we welcome the warmer months, our skin needs extra care to adapt to longer days, stronger sun, and rising humidity. Here's how to embrace a skincare routine for the summer and keep your complexion glowing and radiant - no matter what the season brings.
- June 23, 2025
- 3 min read
At ishga, the sea isn’t just a source of inspiration, it’s at the heart of everything we do. From our unique seaweed extract to our name, which is derived from the Gaelic word for water, our connection to the ocean runs deep. This connection extends to our spa partnerships located throughout the UK coastlines. Discover some of them below - could this be your sign to treat yourself to a well-deserved escape?
- June 09, 2025
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- June 05, 2025
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On World Seaweed Day, we’re celebrating the incredible marine plant that holds a powerful place in diet, history, and skincare.Grown in the pure, clean waters of the Outer Hebrides, the seaweed we sustainably hand-harvest brings our organic skincare to life. But its story stretches far beyond skincare...
- June 04, 2025
- 3 min read
When it comes to achieving healthy, glowing skin, one of the most transformative nutrients are omega fatty acids. These essential fats are the unsung heroes of skincare, playing a vital role in supporting skin structure, hydration, and overall radiance.
- June 02, 2025
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In the pursuit of healthy, glowing skin, few skincare combinations work as well together as collagen and seaweed. Our unique, seaweed-based formulations not only deliver visible results for healthier skin - they also support your skin’s natural collagen production.
- May 26, 2025
- 3 min read