Selfcare Journal

Embracing Shea Butter in the Florida Heat by Beauty Editor, Donna Francis

I’ve had to adapt my skincare regime now that I live in Florida and being exposed to the relentless sun and humidity has taught me a thing or two about skincare and haircare. When I first moved her...

Afropop Socks Founder Isaac Prempeh Offers Foot Care Advice and Recommends Aviela Foot Butter

Afropop Socks is a renowned London brand known for its African-inspired designs and vibrant contemporary colours. As a company dedicated to staying true to its African heritage, Afropop Socks is co...

Five Soul-Soothing Remedies for Dry Winter Skin

You may not be able to escape the cold weather, but that doesn’t mean you can’t escape falling victim to dry and dehydrated skin this season. Now more than ever, you need to look after yourself. In...

Nourish with nature

Natural skincare ingredients: Why you need them in your routine What do you envision when you hear the words “at one with nature”? Walking barefoot in the grass? Noticing warm ocean waves lapping a...

Autumn Skincare: 5 Ways to Revive Your Post-Summer Glow

Autumn Skincare: 5 Ways to Revive Your Post-Summer Glow It’s time to cool off. The summer sun is setting, and the amber atmosphere of autumn is starting to show face.   As the seasons change, your ...

What really is Shea Butter?

We’re proud to say our Shea Butter changes lives. That’s how this all started after all. But if there’s any question, we get asked more than any other, it’s the simplest: what really is shea butter?

Our top tips for relieving irritated skin during these cold months

If you’ve got a history of sensitive skin or you’re suffering from any chronic skin conditions, you need to be prepared for the cold weather to alleviate any pain.  Before you go checking out with...

Our guide to African Black Soap

Harnessing the raw power of nature, our African Shea Black Soap offers a gentle cleansing, moisturising, and skin-nurturing experience. Before you add a bar to your next purchase, find out what Afr...

Saving our animals and supporting your skin

It’s no secret we’re committed to supporting our planet and its future as best we can. We take pride in producing sustainable products and running an ethical business.  From working with a Woman’s ...

Transforming lives by empowering women

Aviela is proud to support the Women's Cooperative in Gurugu, a village in Northern Ghana.  By purchasing all our pure, unrefined Shea Butter from these ladies we are helping to empower them to gro...