Author name: Elowen Virell
Elowen Virell is a certified cosmetic formulator and ethnobotanist with over 12 years of experience developing plant-based skincare. She has researched traditional balm-making techniques across the Himalayas and Andes, blending ancestral knowledge with modern dermatology. Her formulations prioritize barrier repair and climate adaptability, and she consults for sustainable beauty brands worldwide.