OUR STORY

Ostara Wild was created by a team deeply connected to land, seasons and the natural rhythms that have shaped human protection for centuries.

Rooted in a life spent outdoors, we became increasingly aware of the disconnect between modern skincare and the way the body has historically been protected. Many products felt over engineered and overly chemical, demanding complex routines rather than offering simplicity, intention, and trust.

A clear gap emerged. A true three in one formulation that could protect from the sun, repel insects, and nourish the skin, without compromise. Ostara Wild was conceived as an answer to that need.

The brand draws on ancient techniques long used to shield, soothe, and strengthen the skin, fusing this ancestral knowledge with modern skincare science. The result is not simply a product, but a return to a more intuitive approach to care. Protective, grounding, and deliberate.

At its core, Ostara Wild treats skincare as ritual rather than routine. A moment of pause. A reconnection with nature carried onto the skin. Each formulation is shaped by respect for the elements, the seasons, and the quiet power of protection done properly.

Ostara Wild exists as a modern expression of something very old. Protection, respect for the body, and trust in nature, refined through science and intention.

RITUAL BALM
Ostara Wild
RITUAL BALM
£35.00
£35.00

Ostara Wild is a broad spectrum SPF balm created for skin exposed to sun, salt, wind, and the slow fall of dusk. Formulated without DEET and built from carefully selected botanicals and plant oils, it offers daily protection while deeply nourishing the skin. Rooted in ancient approaches to skin protection and refined through modern skincare science. A texture that warms on contact, melting into the skin to leave it conditioned, protected, and softly luminous. This is long days by the sea. Salt on skin. Heat in the air. The quiet moment when daylight softens and evening begins. Skincare here becomes ritual rather than routine. Made for shifting seasons and skin that lives outdoors. Ancient in spirit, modern in form. Protection, done properly.

  • Jojoba Oil
     A skin balancing oil that mirrors natural sebum, helping to maintain hydration without heaviness.

  • Rosehip Oil
    Traditionally used to nourish and condition skin exposed to sun and elements, rich in essential fatty acids.

  • Sunflower Seed Oil
    Lightweight and supportive, helping to reinforce the skin barrier and retain moisture.

  • Sea Buckthorn Oil
    Deeply nourishing and resilient, valued for its richness and long history in skin rituals.

  • Grapeseed Oil
    Fast absorbing and breathable, leaving the skin soft and conditioned.

  • Olive Derived and Plant Based Waxes Create structure and a protective layer that warms and melts on contact with the skin.
  • Vetiver
    Earthy and grounding, associated with balance and connection to the land.
  • Bergamot
    Fresh and uplifting, bringing a soft brightness inspired by long days and warm evenings.
  • Citronella
    Included for its crisp, familiar aromatic profile often associated with time spent outdoors.
  • Lemongrass
    Green and fresh, traditionally used in botanical blends inspired by outdoor living.
  • Eucalyptus
    Cool and clarifying, contributing an open, airy quality to the aroma.
  • Geranium
    Softly floral and balancing, adding depth and roundness to the blend.
  • Cedarwood
    Dry and grounding, evoking forest air and sun warmed skin.

Our ritual balm is formulated with intention, not excess. Each ingredient is chosen for a reason, and anything unnecessary is left behind.

The formula is free from alcohol, parabens, sulphates, silicones, synthetic dyes, mineral oils, and DEET. No harsh fillers. No shortcuts. Nothing that distracts from the ritual or compromises the skin.

What remains is a considered balance of botanicals, oils, waxes, and modern SPF filters, designed to feel grounding, breathable, and respectful of the body.

Less noise. More purpose.

WHY THESE INGREDIENTS?

Each ingredient is chosen with intention.

The oils and waxes are selected to support the skin barrier and provide nourishment during long days outdoors, while remaining breathable and comfortable on the skin.

The botanical blend draws inspiration from traditional outdoor rituals, where scent played a quiet role in preparing the body for sun, heat, and the transition from day to dusk. Vetiver and cedarwood ground the formula, bergamot and geranium lift it, while citronella, lemongrass, and eucalyptus bring a fresh, familiar connection to time spent outside.

Together, these ingredients create more than protection. They form a sensory ritual designed to reconnect skin with nature, honouring ancient wisdom and refining it through modern skincare science.

"The one stop product I didn’t know I needed. A luxury all-in-one balm that makes my skin look and feel amazing while protecting me from the sun."

KATE MACGOWAN

"Took this away with me to Ibiza and it quickly became something I couldn’t be without. It feels incredible on the skin, really lightweight and leaves the nicest glow, and the scent is unreal. I’ll definitely be buying more for future trips, such a holiday essential."

JAMES SUE

“Finally! A product that protects my skin, stops me from getting bitten and makes me glow at the same time. I’m in summer love!”

HANNAH DAWS