I’ve always loved the Himalayas for that fresh, crisp and clean northern air and the chilly, stunning, silence—not to mention the adventures, the sight of snow-capped peaks and the calming greenery. I remember stepping out onto hotel balconies wrapped up in blankets with steaming cups of coffee and breathing in the lush flora of the mountains, only to realise that the most soothing, refreshing fragrance of them all was the Himalayan hemp.
You’d find fields of hemp nestled in mountain valleys or between two hilltop villages. This majestic plant, which grows specifically in colder regions of India has a distinct pine-like grassy aroma, while hemp flowers smell earthy and nutty. Together, they manage to emit the signature scents of the mountains, lush greens and dewy mountain soil—a scent that can instantly teleport you to the foothills of the Himalayas in a jiffy.
This Himalayan plant holds a special position for skincare aficionados. A powerful humectant enriched with omega acids 3, 6, and 9, hemp helps strengthen the skin barrier and locks in the moisture your skin needs. It’s also an effective anti-inflammatory agent, great to cure acne and soothe your skin. Trust Nykaa to whip this champion ingredient into their newest Wanderlust range, that is cruelty-free, paraben-free and vegan.
WANDERLUST HIMALAYAN HEMP BODY BUTTER
With a creamy, melt-on-the-skin texture, this body butter is infused with shea butter, cocoa butter and hemp seed oil, making this tub of goodness the ultimate skin food. Along with its extremely hydrating and skin-caring properties, the body butter is high in vitamin E that protects your skin from UV damage and pollution. It provides the perfect dose of fresh, healthy hydration for your skin.
WANDERLUST HIMALAYAN HEMP BODY MILK
A tall refreshing drink for your skin, the Wanderlust Himalayan Hemp Body Milk has a mix of lightweight, hydrating ingredients that will make your skin soft and nourished. With green tea extracts and hemp seed oil, this body milk has a milk-like texture that is great for all skin types including oily and sensitive ones. And the best part is its fresh earthy scent that instantly elevates your mood.
WANDERLUST HIMALAYAN HEMP BODY SCRUB
With the perfect mix of super hydrating, cleansing and caring ingredients, this scrub will soon become your go-to weekly body care ritual. The nourishing benefits of aloe vera is blended with hemp seed oil to moisturise and gently exfoliate your body. The mild scrub will wash away your dead skin cells and leave your skin plump and healthy.
WANDERLUST HIMALAYAN HEMP BODY LOTION
Think of this lotion as your daily essential that you can slap on after your shower. Enriched with lotus and watermelon seed extracts along with hemp seed oil, this lotion is a no-brainer when it comes to moisturising your skin. The lotion also protects your skin by adding a layer over your skin barrier to help lock in the moisture. It is light on the skin and gets absorbed quickly, especially if you apply it while your skin is still slightly damp.
WANDERLUST HIMALAYAN HEMP SHOWER GEL
Imagine taking a warm, hemp soaked bath in the mountains. A personal favourite, this shower gel will not disappoint (trust me). It's a gentle gel-based cleanser that purifies the skin and doesn’t strip away your natural moisture. With aloe vera extracts and hemp seed oil, the concoction makes your shower experience a refreshing and relaxing one.
WANDERLUST HIMALAYAN HEMP HANDWASH
What's better than carrying the scent of the mountains in your palms? Let me explain. Powered with citric acid, mint extracts and hemp seed oil, this nourishing hand wash will cleanse your hands and keep them hydrated. The citric acid will gently exfoliate dead skin cells and the mint will provide a healing, refreshing touch to your hands. Every time you wash your hands, this product somehow manages to instantly teleport me to the Himalayas. You honestly need to try it to believe it.