About the brand

Guided by generations of Indigenous plant wisdom, this skincare line brings together ancestral teachings and contemporary ethnobotanical research to create formulas that truly honour the land they come from. Founded by ethnobotanist Dr. Leigh Joseph—whose ancestral name is Styawat—the collection is crafted using sustainably hand-harvested botanicals native to Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) territory—plants long valued for their ability to balance, renew, and restore the skin. Each product carries a Squamish name as a gesture of respect and a reminder of its cultural roots.

More than a beauty brand, this is a living bridge between past and present, ceremony and daily care. With a commitment to regenerative practices, an emerging Indigenous supply chain, and a gentle, mindful approach to harvesting, Skwálwen Botanicals offers skincare that feels purposeful, grounding, and deeply connected to place.