Unbottled: Behind the Lupine Bloom
We sat down with the founder and formulator of Angan , Íris Laxdal, to share the inspiration behind the product, the benefits of its key ingredients, and how it can...
The Glow Journal
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The Ancient Art of Gua Sha
In the realm of skincare rituals, there's a time-honored practice that's been garnering attention for its transformative effects: Gua Sha. This ancient Chinese technique, pronounced "gwah-shah," has been cherished...
Astaxanthin: Beauty Secret From Iceland
Derived from microalgae cultivated in the unpolluted waters of Iceland, Astaxanthin boasts an antioxidant power that surpasses many well-known skincare staples. With an astonishing 6000 times the antioxidant power of vitamin...
Bakuchoil: Nature´s Answer to Retinol
It’s no secret that skin aging is a natural process influenced by various factors such as genetics, environmental exposures, lifestyle habits, and hormonal changes. As we age, the skin undergoes...
The Power of Arctic Berries
In the beautiful Arctic region, nature offers a treasure of amazing plants, especially the tough Arctic berries. Even in the harsh northern climate, these fruits thrive and provide incredible skincare...
Unbottled: The Vitamin-C Serum
Vitamin C is undoubtedly a skincare essential, but its instability poses a challenge. Ascorbic Acid, the most common form of Vitamin C, requires extensive formulation to be effective. This often...
Unbottled: The Benefit of Oil Cleansing
Cleansers come in various forms - foams, gels, creams, and balms, but in recent years, it's cleansing oils that have captured the attention of skincare experts. If you've never tried...
Unbottled: The Icelandic Botanical Complex
Whole plant infusions are skincare formulations that utilize the entire plant, including its leaves, stems, flowers, and roots, to create potent extracts that offer a wide range of benefits for...
Winter Bath Rituals
As winter keeps our days short with darkness and below freezing temperatures, it’s the perfect time to reset our bathing rituals and take cues from Nordic traditions of self care....
Summer Skin Prep
With the unofficial start to summer underway, let skin glow by perfecting essential prep going into the season of skin. The cornerstone of all radiant skincare routines is exfoliation. Whether...
Refill. Reuse. Repeat. The Angan Studio
Sustainability continues to be at the forefront of ANGAN’s mission - from the packaging to our ingredients and now, the latest addition at our headquarters in Kópavogur, Iceland, The ANGAN...
Icelandic Wildcrafted Wonders
Ever considered the benefits of wildcrafted ingredients? The practice of using such ingredients means they are gathered from natural habitats where they grow freely. Each is harvested with incredible care...
Nordic Bathing Rituals
Angan is rooted in the cultural rituals of Iceland - bathing in natural geothermal pools, the Arctic Ocean and curing the skin using centuries old remedies. Whether exploring hot springs...
Exfoliation For Winter Months
During the colder months, our skin tends to dry out and dead skin cells start to build on the surface layer. The most effective way to remove dead cells and...
Autumn Beauty Ritual
Summer is behind us, and the cooler months are just around the corner. Now is the perfect time to refresh your skincare routine and switch to richer, more hydrating products...
Our Sustainability Ethos
For ANGAN, I always wanted to produce sustainable and natural skincare products that are accessible to everyone. From my perspective, sustainability is when you have thought out the whole process,...