The story of olive oil is the story of civilization itself. In the sun-drenched landscapes of the Mediterranean, the olive tree has been revered as a symbol of peace, wisdom, and vitality for over five thousand years.
A Gift from the Gods
Ancient Greeks called olive oil "liquid gold," a term coined by Homer. It was used not only as food and fuel but as a primary medicine and skincare treatment. Athletes in the original Olympic games would rub their bodies with olive oil to protect their skin from the sun and to keep their muscles warm and supple.
The Chemistry of Nature
What the ancients knew through intuition, modern science has confirmed through research. Olive oil is exceptionally rich in vitamins A, D, K, and E, as well as squalene and oleic acid. These components work in harmony to provide deep hydration, antioxidant protection, and anti-inflammatory benefits.
"To use olive oil on the skin is to partake in a lineage of care that spans millennia."
At Alarda, we honor this heritage by keeping olive oil at the center of everything we do. We don't just use it as an ingredient; we treat it as a sacred legacy that connects us to the wisdom of the past.
