Collection: Olverum

The story of Olverum is as rich and rare as the oil itself.  

From a twelfth century physic garden on the banks of the Rover Mosel to the latest modern laboratories, it’s a story of a family secret carried for decades and the advancement of specialist knowledge over several lifetimes.

For many years, Olverum survived merely by word of mouth – a cult product known only to a small number of passionate fans. Things began to change after Truefitt & Hill (the exclusive Mayfair Barbers by Royal Appointment) were asked to carry a small number of bottles for the Royal Household.  Olverum’s small but loyal group of aficionados started to spread...

A philosophy of green wellness

With a minimalist philosophy, Olverum seek to provide the greatest benefit with the fewest possible extracts. Any element that can be sacrificed without any resulting loss in a treatment’s quality, efficacy, or character is eliminated. This means every Olverum product contains only the essentials.

Olverum insist on using only natural botanical and mineral actives, particularly those that work in harmony with the body. This means all their products are vegan and cruelty-free, free from artificial preservatives, fragrance and colourants, silicone, petrolatum, sulphates, pthalates, parabens, triclosan and animal-derived ingredients.

Conscious that production of some botanical extracts requires a huge amount of plant matter, Olverum ensure that ingredients are sourced responsibly and without contributing to environmental degradation.  Sadly some species, such as Hawaiian Frankincense, have been exploited to the point of extinction. Olverum therefore ensure their Frankincense and all other ingredients are produced from renewable sources, with several being upcycled from food byproducts. 

Wherever possible, packaging is produced from recycled paper, glass, and plastics, and in the few cases where this is not currently possible, Olverum strive to find recyclable alternatives with which to replace them. 

As and where they have the opportunity, Olverum partner with local organisations and NGOs to support initiatives to maintain and protect regional ecosystems.