Philosophia Botanica

Che cosa accade quando l’arte non si limita a essere osservata, ma diventa esperienza?

In occasione della Giornata Mondiale del Turismo, domenica 27 settembre Fondazione Pistoletto Cittadellarte ospiterà una nuova e immersiva edizione delle Terme Culturali: Yog-Art Ed.

In quanto appassionati di yoga e arte, siamo lieti di poter supportare questa meravigliosa iniziativa: una giornata speciale in cui materia, arte e movimento si intrecciano, dando vita a un’esperienza unica di consapevolezza, creatività e benessere.

Il programma prevede:

- Visita guidata alla scoperta degli spazi e delle opere della Fondazione
- Light lunch + Laboratorio di ceramica
- Sessione di yoga presso la sede del Terzo Paradiso, insieme a Marta Massara e .rosati

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What happens when art is not simply observed, but becomes an experience?

On World Tourism Day, Sunday, September 27, Fondazione Pistoletto Cittadellarte will host a new immersive edition of the Cultural Spas: Yog-Art Ed.

We are delighted to support this wonderful initiative, where matter, art and movement intertwine in a unique experience of awareness, creativity and wellbeing.

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Experience our regenerative beauty skincare collection and curated wellness tools at Six Senses Rome, and indulge in a refined eco-luxury journey of elevated beauty and holistic self‑care.

Formulated with sustainably sourced botanicals, adaptogenic herbs and antioxidants, our regenerative beauty skincare and self-care gua sha tools support healthy, radiant skin while honoring the ecosystems and communities we work with.

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SKIN: Healthy skin in every drop!

We believe in preserving the integrity of nature. That’s why we gently harvest each plant by hand, at the moment of its peak, to extract its essence, bottle the intense power, and deliver an undiluted force of Nature, vitamins, and pure actives to your skin.

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At Philosophia Botanica, we draw on Chinese medicine, viewing the face as a map that reflects our inner health and emotions. Instead of relying solely on modern diagnostics, we see the skin as the body’s original biomarker; each change or glow signals what’s happening beneath the surface.

Our regenerative beauty approach combines TCM wisdom with adaptogenic botanicals and sustainable practices. By reading the skin through the TCM lens, we guide ourselves and our clients toward deeper self-awareness and lasting radiance.

Let your skin tell its story; each sign is an invitation to reconnect and restore.

Join one of our upcoming self-care Masterclasses, with our founder Francesca Canzano-Franklin.

▫️SELF-CARE / In person Masterclasses: Contact us via the website.
▫️Locations: London, Portofino, Rome, Bangkok, Dubai
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Treating from within.
Always.

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Welcome to September, a month filled with a beautiful, refreshing energy that invites us to slow down, reset, and focus on new beginnings.

September is our Founders Month, a time to give a huge shoutout to the amazing people, their big dreams, and all the hard work that started it all.

As the season shifts, we feel a renewed sense of inspiration and gratitude for our roots, which continue to ground us as we grow.

Welcome September.

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Scoprite la nostra filosofia di biohacking botanico e regenerative beauty nella newly launched EA Spa dell’Hotel Sporting, a Porto Rotondo. Rituali esclusivi ispirati all’energia della Costa Smeralda, all’elemento Acqua e alla regenerative wellness mediterranea, per risvegliare la pelle e ritrovare un benessere autentico.

🇬🇧Discover our philosophy of botanical biohacking and regenerative beauty at the brand-new, state-of-the-art EA Spa at Hotel Sporting in Porto Rotondo. Exclusive rituals inspired by the energy of Costa Smeralda, the element of Water and Mediterranean regenerative wellness, to awaken the skin and restore authentic well-being.

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Spa images courtesy of EA Spa, Sporting Hotel
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Botanical Qi Face Serum: beauty that feeds your skin.

This is skin food powered by active botanicals for a healthy, luminous glow.

Each drop delivers nutrient-rich, freshly extracted botanical oils to soften, replenish, and help your skin feel comfortably balanced.

Ritual: warm 2–4 drops between palms, press into face + neck, and breathe.

Link in bio to shop.

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Wellness isn’t “for women.” Skincare isn’t “for women only.” It’s for men, too; for anyone with a body, a nervous system, and skin that moves through stress, sleep, sun, shaving, workouts, travel, and city air.

In Chinese medicine, skin is a reflection of balance, not gender. When Qi flows well and Blood is nourished, the complexion looks clearer and more resilient. When digestion is off, sleep is light, or stress runs high, it often shows up as dullness, dryness, breakouts, or sensitivity.

If you’re new to skincare, keep it simple:

- Cleanse (especially after sweating or pollution)
- Hydrate to support the skin barrier
- Protect with SPF in the daytime
- Restore and Regenerate at night

TCM beauty adds a deeper layer: consistency, ritual, and whole-body support, because great skin is built from within as much as it’s cared for on the surface.

SIR FACE OIL: A clean, botanical daily essential that hydrates, calms, and supports resilient skin, especially after shaving, training, and city life. Use: AM/PM on clean face + neck.

MULTIVITAMIN FACE BALM
A nutrient-rich balm to nourish, seal in hydration, and restore glow, day or night. Ideal for dry, stressed, or weather-worn skin. Use: Warm a small amount and press in as the last step.

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Sustainability holds a profound significance for us here at Philosophia Botanica.

While we don’t claim to be perfect, we prioritize transparency over perfection. We take our environmental journey, impact, and responsibilities to you and our planet seriously, striving to minimize our footprint wherever possible.

As we continue to grow and expand globally, we’ve chosen to build regional green laboratories in key locations to better serve each area with greater care and intention.

Alongside our main headquarters in Cape Town, we’ve now established our Ligurian laboratory in Italy. At the same time, we’re finalising our Asian laboratory, which will focus on formulations thoughtfully tailored for Asia and the Middle East.

Each laboratory will collaborate with sustainable local plantations, sourcing ingredients that foster a deep, 360-degree connection to the land and soil unique to each region.

We are dedicated to becoming a 100% eco-responsible brand and committed to doing our best every step of the way.

Thank you for being part of our journey.

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