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‘There are two kinds of beauty: inner and outer’ – is Dr. Hauschka co-founder Elisabeth Sigmund’s motto, penned in 1967, still relevant today? And does inner beauty even exist? A philosophical discussion at Salon Luitpold, courtesy of WALA.

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03/23

Beauty | Latest

Beauty is freedom.

‘There are two kinds of beauty: inner and outer’ – is Dr. Hauschka co-founder Elisabeth Sigmund’s motto, penned in 1967, still relevant today? And does inner beauty even exist? A philosophical discussion at Salon Luitpold, courtesy of WALA.
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What makes skincare from Dr. Hauschka so special? Is it that their products are made from purely natural ingredients? Is it that they combine inner and outer beauty, just as they combine high-tech methods with work done by hand? Or is it simply that they have been making a difference since 1967 – both to skin and to the planet?

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03/23

Beauty

Nature. Different. Effective.

What makes skincare from Dr. Hauschka so special? Is it that their products are made from purely natural ingredients? Is it that they combine inner and outer beauty, just as they combine high-tech methods with work done by hand? Or is it simply that they have been making a difference since 1967 – both to skin and to the planet?
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Larch resin has been harvested in the Alpine region in a tree-friendly process for over 200 years. The centuries-old tradition is even protected by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage. The valuable raw material is included in WALA medicines and Dr. Hauschka natural cosmetics. But there is a good deal of work to do before it is ready – and all by hand.

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02/23

Nature

The gold of the larch

Larch resin has been harvested in the Alpine region in a tree-friendly process for over 200 years. The centuries-old tradition is even protected by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage. The valuable raw material is included in WALA medicines and Dr. Hauschka natural cosmetics. But there is a good deal of work to do before it is ready – and all by hand.
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Demeter pioneered the organic movement in 1924. Today, the association is committed to the most sustainable type of land management. The result: fertile soils, more independence for small-scale farmers and simply good produce. An interview about a growing brand, idealism and cultural differences.

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02/23

Partnership

Growing globally

Demeter pioneered the organic movement in 1924. Today, the association is committed to the most sustainable type of land management. The result: fertile soils, more independence for small-scale farmers and simply good produce. An interview about a growing brand, idealism and cultural differences.
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Many people believe that deadwood does not fit into our neat landscape. However, one thing is often not recognised: this is precisely where a species-rich cycle starts. For example, in and on our old cherry tree on the biodiversity path – so, let’s take a closer look.

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01/23

Nature

When trees age

Many people believe that deadwood does not fit into our neat landscape. However, one thing is often not recognised: this is precisely where a species-rich cycle starts. For example, in and on our old cherry tree on the biodiversity path – so, let’s take a closer look.
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How can a holistic approach to therapy succeed? Christina Haubrich, President of the Kneipp Association, and Dr Armin Dörr, Member of the Management Board of WALA, in conversation about good remedies, sensible forms of therapy and the healthcare system in general.

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01/23

Health

Application is Care

How can a holistic approach to therapy succeed? Christina Haubrich, President of the Kneipp Association, and Dr Armin Dörr, Member of the Management Board of WALA, in conversation about good remedies, sensible forms of therapy and the healthcare system in general.
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‘Rhythm brings life’ – this simple sentence, spoken by Rudolf Steiner, guides WALA though many processes, from working with herbs to communication. But are we capable of achieving a spiritual rhythm in our own lives? Christiaan Mol, WALA Foundation Board Member, reflects on the river of life while pursuing answers to a question that moves him.

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12/22

Culture

Reflections on the river of life

‘Rhythm brings life’ – this simple sentence, spoken by Rudolf Steiner, guides WALA though many processes, from working with herbs to communication. But are we capable of achieving a spiritual rhythm in our own lives? Christiaan Mol, WALA Foundation Board Member, reflects on the river of life while pursuing answers to a question that moves him.
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A long-awaited substance is finally organic. One vision, many partners and more than seven years of development activities were needed to create something that seemed impossible: lanolin that is derived from organic sheep and can be traced back to organic farms.

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12/22

Nature

A vision for lanolin

A long-awaited substance is finally organic. One vision, many partners and more than seven years of development activities were needed to create something that seemed impossible: lanolin that is derived from organic sheep and can be traced back to organic farms.
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‘Steward ownership’ – a tricky term, backed by a very simple idea: companies should have the option of being wholly owned by themselves. No equity owners, no shareholders. This model was discussed in depth at Salon Luitpold, courtesy of WALA.

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11/22

Independence

Responsibility as capital

‘Steward ownership’ – a tricky term, backed by a very simple idea: companies should have the option of being wholly owned by themselves. No equity owners, no shareholders. This model was discussed in depth at Salon Luitpold, courtesy of WALA.
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naturamus, a WALA subsidiary, works with raw materials suppliers who are more than just business partners. They aim to create valuable ecological, social and economic partnerships based on mutual respect. And when it comes to sourcing horse chestnuts, naturamus has opted for a truly exceptional collaboration.

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11/22

Partnership

A meaningful impact

naturamus, a WALA subsidiary, works with raw materials suppliers who are more than just business partners. They aim to create valuable ecological, social and economic partnerships based on mutual respect. And when it comes to sourcing horse chestnuts, naturamus has opted for a truly exceptional collaboration.
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Why are we cooperating with the University of Television and Film in Munich (Hochschule für Fernsehen und Film München)? Because we want to promote young talent and are very interested in the unique perspectives they have on Dr. Hauschka and our products. And because we are not afraid of controversy.

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10/22

Partnership

Purpose: stay open minded.

Why are we cooperating with the University of Television and Film in Munich (Hochschule für Fernsehen und Film München)? Because we want to promote young talent and are very interested in the unique perspectives they have on Dr. Hauschka and our products. And because we are not afraid of controversy.
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How much ocean plastic is actually in an ocean plastic backpack? How can I tell whether my toiletries are really made from natural ingredients? And how green are organic tomatoes bought from a discount food store? Why does greenwashing exist? And how can you really live sustainably?

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10/22

Nature

Everyone’s suddenly gone green – but nobody’s turning red

How much ocean plastic is actually in an ocean plastic backpack? How can I tell whether my toiletries are really made from natural ingredients? And how green are organic tomatoes bought from a discount food store? Why does greenwashing exist? And how can you really live sustainably?
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Fashion and design have long been fixtures of WALA world. The close links between fashion and beauty, the benefits of long-term partnerships, and what’s so special about working with Dr. Hauschka: the designers behind fashion labels William Fan, Felder Felder and Richert Beil revealed all this and more at Berlin Fashion Week.

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09/22

Beauty

Worlds Of Fashion - Together we’re stronger.

Fashion and design have long been fixtures of WALA world. The close links between fashion and beauty, the benefits of long-term partnerships, and what’s so special about working with Dr. Hauschka: the designers behind fashion labels William Fan, Felder Felder and Richert Beil revealed all this and more at Berlin Fashion Week.
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Nothing touches people quite as directly as cosmetics. That’s why, for Elisabeth Sigmund, co-founder of Dr. Hauschka, precious care products and attentive touch were inextricably connected. This remains part of our philosophy to this day.

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09/22

Beauty

The value of touch

Nothing touches people quite as directly as cosmetics. That’s why, for Elisabeth Sigmund, co-founder of Dr. Hauschka, precious care products and attentive touch were inextricably connected. This remains part of our philosophy to this day.
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One’s own life is unique, there’s no question about that. And yet there are basic patterns that apply to each of us: anthroposophical biography work describes universal stages of life that are associated with typical developmental tasks. Becoming aware of these can add meaning to one’s own life – and health, as Susanne Hofmeister emphasises. As a doctor of anthroposophical medicine, she concentrates on biography work.

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08/22

Health

Biography work as a source of strength

One’s own life is unique, there’s no question about that. And yet there are basic patterns that apply to each of us: anthroposophical biography work describes universal stages of life that are associated with typical developmental tasks. Becoming aware of these can add meaning to one’s own life – and health, as Susanne Hofmeister emphasises. As a doctor of anthroposophical medicine, she concentrates on biography work.
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What are the chances of the Swabian Alb taking on some Provençal flair? The ‘Alb Lavender’ project researches lavender cultivation at four locations, supported by its partners naturamus, the University of Hohenheim – and climate change. Voilà.

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07/22

Science

From lentils to lavender

What are the chances of the Swabian Alb taking on some Provençal flair? The ‘Alb Lavender’ project researches lavender cultivation at four locations, supported by its partners naturamus, the University of Hohenheim – and climate change. Voilà.
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Nature shows the way. It doesn’t rely on single substances, but on the wealth of different secondary plant compounds that have developed by interacting with the environment over millions of years. Our health benefits from these multicomponents. WALA laboratories are studying exactly how that happens.

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07/22

Science

The power of diversity

Nature shows the way. It doesn’t rely on single substances, but on the wealth of different secondary plant compounds that have developed by interacting with the environment over millions of years. Our health benefits from these multicomponents. WALA laboratories are studying exactly how that happens.

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