ANCESTRAL HEALING FOR SKIN AND HAIR

Experience the magic of organic skincare and hair care products, created with a dedication to

ancient wisdom and honoring the abundance of local resources

FEEL ENVELOPED WITH LOVE

In Urdu, Ishq (ee-shuh-quh) means Love. When you use Ishq products, we hope you feel surrounded by the depth of care poured into every jar. We want you to feel connected to a community of ancestral healing that's been passed down through the generations, with our skin & hair products


We are descendants of a long line of healers from Southern
India here to envelop you with love & goodness. It is an honor to be welcomed into your life. 


We express our love by being a constant support to the community and, in particular, by pursuing equity at each level of society. We are proud that our mission supports racial and social justice here and around the globe.


Ishq provides organic, non-toxic, and phthalate-free skincare and hair care products. We source our ingredients from local Oregon farms and companies following fair trade policies. It makes us so happy to help small businesses grow as we bring you sustainable and accessible products. 



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FEATURED PRODUCTS

Take a look at our seasonal products!

ISHQ SEASONAL SKINCARE


Following the philosophy that the freshest and healthiest foods are best for your body when they are in peak season, we created seasonal skincare products using ingredients when they are at their lushest.  Highlighting seasonal flowers and herbs, we invite you to slow down and allow all the blessings to envelop your core.


The seasonal rotation of skincare has been practiced by Indigenous communities since forever. Ishq Seasonal Skincare offering is one of the anchors of the Ancestral Healing of our products.


To make it simple and sustainable for you to access the seasonally-inspired items, we have created the Ishq Seasonal Subscription Plan. 



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Stay up to date with the latest in organic and sustainable skincare and learn more about what’s

best for your skin and hair.

three handsome men in white t shirts modeling the benefits of Ishq skincare & haircare
By Sarah Zareen February 14, 2024
Men need nourishing too
By Sarah Zareen August 12, 2022
Summer is here. If you’re in the PNW, do I hear a “finally!”? With the change in season, it’s time to alter your skincare routine a little bit. Here are 3 easy steps to keep your skin cool: 1) Eat Light Hot temperatures: Lower your digestive fire, which decreases your tummy’s ability to digest food Sucks out the moisture from your skin & hair You can balance both your digestion, and skin & hair by eating foods that are light & rich in water content. In India, Summer means drinking lots of Pachdi/Lassi - a drink made from beating yogurt with water, salt & sugar. Yummy and super cooling! When using your Ishq Organic Mask , add in a bit of yogurt. Rich in vitamin B & lactic acid, the creaminess of the yogurt locks in the moisture, and heals/protects your skin from sun damage. Our favorite Summer masks are Ishq Organic Sandalwood , and Ishq Organic Hibiscus . Both rich in minerals & vitamins that are perfect for rehydrating & brightening your Summer skin Shopping at your local farmer’s market is your best guide to eating seasonally. Keep an eye out for berries, cucumber, beets, carrots, bell peppers, and the very generous water melon. In Portland, two of our favorites are Orenco Station Farmers Market and Come Thru PDX 2) Use Light Allow your skin to breathe. With the heat settling in, it’s time to lighten up your daily skincare routine. Switch your heavy moisturizer for one that is rich in cooling ingredients like Aloe vera & rose water. Both have been used for centuries to reduce puffiness & redness. Our favorite summer skin product is Ishq’s Seasonal offering - Ishq Organic Lavender Moisturizing Cream . Luthf feels soft and lovely on your skin, and cooling! Your scalp is skin. Nourishing it and protecting it is just as important. Massaging your scalp with oils that are rich in coolants, like Brahmi, Bhringraj, Amla, Fenugreek. Ishq Organic Scalp Oil is our family’s ancient hair oil recipe. Mothers massaging this oil into our scalps is a weekly summer ritual. Plus, Hayaath helps prevent hair loss and heals scalp conditions like dandruff, itchiness & Psoriasis Our favorite summer hair care routine is massaging Ishq Organic Scalp Oil an hour or two before we shower, washing & conditioning as usual, and then further protecting our hair with Ishq Organic Leave In Hair Oil . Muraad is rich in natural ingredients that hydrate and soften hair, while protecting it from sun damage. Plus, Muraad smells sooo good! 3) Wear Light Focus on clothes that are breathable - organic cotton is our favorite go-to. There’s nothing like the breathability of cotton on hot, sweaty skin. In the Indian subcontinent Summer means wearing clothes that fit loose, and cover more of the body. The opposite of what happens here. Whichever way you celebrate Summer, we hope it is a one where your light shines bright. May Ishq envelop you with all the Love and Goodness that’s put in it.
By Sarah Zareen April 4, 2022
It’s Spring! The gentle sun, sprinkles of rain, flowers waking up. It is our favorite season. Speaking of seasons, it is time for a rotation in your skincare practice. At Ishq Skincare,  April 1st brings in the season of the Rose – a flower used since ancient times for her healing.

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