Elave Skincare
Iconic Irish Skincare
Since 1934
Made in Ireland
Beauty & Wellness
BCorp Certified Not many Irish companies can claim that legacy in Irish Pharmacy today.
Gardiner Family Apothecary, the home of Ovelle and Elave skincare have been providing sensitive skincare solutions since 1934. We have dedicated ourselves to redefining safer sensitive skincare without harsh chemical ingredients that are linked to flare up in sensitive skin. This is especially important for those of us with extra sensitive, dry skin and those of us prone to eczema, dermatitis, rosacea and psoriasis. We knew the body and especially the face can be extra sensitive to harsh foaming agents, preservatives and perfumes. Elave's multi-action formula hydrates, softens and calms the skin, however delicate, everyday. Recommended in Pharmacies nationwide, Ovelle skincare has quite literally been passed from generation to generation since 1934. Ovelle is well known for its expertise in dermatology and pharmaceutical manufacturing and has earned its place as one of Irelands most successful family businesses. Founded in Dundalk by Joseph Gardiner in 1934, Ovelle formulated a wide range of apothecary skincare such as Aqueous Cream, Emulsifying Ointment, Silcock's base, Calamine Cream and more. This expertise formed the foundations for Elave skincare, Ovelle's flagship brand for dry sensitive skin. Our formula's "free from" list is the most innovative in the sensitive care market making it a top recommendation for reactive, easily irritated dry, sensitive and eczema prone skin. Elave's entire range is free from parabens, sodium laurth sulfate (SLS), fragrance, soap, alcohol, peanut ingredients, colourants, phthalates, triclosan, formaldehyde and lanolin, ensuring gentle, irritation-free use. Elave skincare is safety tested and clinically trialled.
22/09/2026
Over 90 years of Irish skincare expertise in one tube.
Intensive Cream: rich, gentle moisture for dry, sensitive skin that needs a little extra care.
20/09/2026
A little more kindness for sensitive skin. 🤍
Soap-free, sulfate-free cleansing that leaves skin feeling clean, soft and comfortable.
17/09/2026
Skincare expertise passed down through four generations of the Gardiner family.
Made in Ireland, then and now 🤍
13/09/2026
Our story started in 1934 as Ireland’s first skincare apothecary. More than 90 years later, one belief continues to guide us: Beauty is for sensitive skin.
07/09/2026
Give your skin what it needs, not what it doesn’t. 💙
Gentle cleansing. Daily protection. Expertly formulated in Ireland for sensitive, reactive skin.
04/09/2026
“Beauty is for sensitive skin.”
A belief at the heart of Elave for generations. Iconic Irish Skincare, made in Ireland since 1934.
Iconic Irish Skincare. Made in Ireland since 1934.
Four generations of the Gardiner family have treated Irish skin especially those of us with sensitive reactive skin types.
Beauty is for sensitive skin.
26/08/2026
Your daily defence, made with sensitive skin in mind. 🤍
Daily Skin Defence SPF50 combines broad-spectrum protection with restorative vitamins to help protect & support the skin barrier - all in a lightweight, oil-free formula.
Beauty is for sensitive skin. That’s our promise.
16/08/2026
Sunny days, cloudy days and everything in between ☀️ Protect delicate little skin with our Paediatric SPF50+.
13/08/2026
Better business is always a work in progress. 🌍 Being a Certified B Corporation means measuring our impact, holding ourselves accountable and continually looking for ways to do better - for our people, our communities & our planet.
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Opening Hours
| Monday | 8:30am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8:30am - 4pm |