ishga Skin Care

ishga Skin Care

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Award winning, results-driven organic skincare, made with antioxidant-rich Hebridean seaweed 🌱 The name ishga is derived from the Gaelic word for water.

The pure, clean waters of the Hebridean Islands off the north west coast of Scotland is home to ishga, and where we sustainably hand harvest the seaweed that's at the heart of our skincare range. Hebridean seaweed contains natural antioxidants with properties which transform and protect tired or aging skin. ishga has developed a bespoke process to extract its natural goodness, harnessing an abundance of vitamins and minerals to create a remarkable range of products. It's the secret to younger, healthier skin - let us share it with you.

18/10/2026

To mark World Menopause Day, we're joined by , who shares her 3 top tips for looking after yourself during perimenopause. 💜⁠
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Perimenopause is a natural stage of life, but everyone's experience is different. Taking time to understand the changes happening in your body and to your skin, while prioritising your wellbeing can make a real difference.

Photos from ishga Skin Care's post 16/10/2026

You might have spotted these terms when reading about skincare, but what do they actually do? ⁠
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Humectants 💧⁠
Act as moisture magnets, helping the skin attract and hold onto hydration. ⁠
Look for: Hyaluronic acid | Glycerin | Aloe vera⁠
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Emollients 🌱⁠
Help fill the spaces between skin cells with lipids, leaving skin feeling softer and helping support its protective barrier.⁠
Look for: Shea butter | Jojoba oil | Sweet almond oil⁠
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Occlusives 🧴⁠
Form a protective layer over the skin, helping to reduce the amount of water that escapes from its surface.⁠
Look for: Shea butter | Cocoa butter | Coconut oil⁠
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⁠From attracting hydration to softening the skin and helping prevent moisture loss, each plays a different role in supporting a healthy skin barrier.

15/10/2026

A lovely day bringing the ishga team together 💜⁠
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On Tuesday, our island and mainland teams came together at the beautiful in Stornoway for our annual team meeting.⁠
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A chance to catch up, celebrate our achievements, share ideas and look ahead to another exciting year for ishga.⁠
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With so much positivity happening across the business, it was a great reminder that it's our people who make ishga what it is.

Photos from ishga Skin Care's post 13/10/2026

Our skin is made up of different layers, each with its own important role ↓⁠
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The Skin Barrier | The first line of defence⁠
Sitting at the very surface of the epidermis, the skin barrier helps keep moisture in and external irritants out.⁠
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The Epidermis | Where skincare does most of its work⁠
The epidermis is the skin’s outermost layer. It continually renews itself and plays an essential role in protecting and maintaining hydration.⁠
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The Dermis | The skin’s support system⁠
Home to collagen and elastin, alongside blood vessels - these structures help give skin its strength, elasticity and resilience.⁠
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The Hypodermis | Cushioning from within⁠
Largely made up of fat and connective tissue, this layer helps cushion and insulate the body, while connecting the skin to the structures beneath it.

10/10/2026

This World Mental Health Day, take 30 seconds with us to close your eyes and listen to the calming sounds of the Hebrides.⁠
Feel relaxed? You can enjoy more of our bespoke sound experiences on our free app, available to download for iOS or Android. 🌊⁠
https://uk.ishga.com/pages/ishga-sound-treatment

09/10/2026

A thoughtful gift of care and comfort. 💜⁠
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Our Nurturing Care Gift Set brings together three nourishing ishga favourites, thoughtfully curated to nurture, soothe and restore skin in need of a little extra care. ⁠
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Designed with those undergoing or recovering from cancer treatment in mind, this collection also makes a beautifully comforting gift for anyone in need of a moment of wellbeing.⁠
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Discover ishga Nurturing Touch, a specialised therapy for individuals undergoing or recovering from cancer treatment. It uses gentle, mindful techniques to support comfort, relaxation, and emotional wellbeing. SATCC approved. ⁠💜

Learn more about ishga Nurturing Touch here ⬇️
https://uk.ishga.com/pages/nurturing-touch?_pos=1&_psq=nurturing+touch&_psid=7316a275a&_ss=e

07/10/2026

Your reviews say it all. ✨ Our Hydrating Hair & Scalp Mask has become a firm favourite for nourishing the hair and scalp, leaving hair feeling soft, hydrated and cared for.⁠
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Read the latest 5 star reviews for this hydration hero! 💧

Photos from ishga Skin Care's post 06/10/2026

SLS, SLES, SLSA… similar names, but what do they actually mean? ⁠🌱⁠
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We’re breaking down the differences and why the ingredients in your skincare matter.

05/10/2026

From sandy beaches to pebbled shores, the coastline may change, but the quality of the water remains. 🌊⁠
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At ishga, we never use tap water in our formulations. Instead, we use locally sourced Hebridean seawater and spring water - bringing the purity of our island home into our skincare.

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Monday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
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Thursday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 5:30pm
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