Alma D’Ouro — meaning Soul of Gold in Portuguese — is a botanical beauty brand devoted to creating exquisite, small-batch beauty oils using organic botanicals and the highest quality plant oils.
The brand was founded by Erica Laidley Phillipson, whose connection to nature began early in life. Raised in South Africa in a warm Portuguese household, Erica was surrounded by natural healing traditions. Her curiosity for plant-based care began in childhood, when she created her first bath soak at age eleven — a simple blend of honey and milk that marked the start of a lifelong path.
Years later, while still living in South Africa, Erica created her first product: OYA Preggie Balm — a soothing, nurturing balm designed to support expecting mothers. That was the seed. The flower it became is Alma D’Ouro — a name that honors both her lineage and the essence of the brand: soulful, golden care rooted in nature.
Each blend begins with organic botanicals infused for weeks into nutrient-rich oils like jojoba, marula, and prickly pear seed. The result is a potent, aromatic treatment oil that supports both physical and emotional well-being.
What sets Alma D’Ouro apart is not just the ingredients — it’s the energy behind the process. Every bottle is made in a calm, grounded environment. Music is played, the workspace is cleared, and full presence is brought into the act of creation. This thoughtful approach ensures that each product carries a sense of stillness and beauty.
As a yoga and mindfulness coach, Erica believes that what we put on our bodies becomes part of how we show up in the world. Having lived in South Africa, Portugal, Brazil, London, and now the United States — and speaking three languages — she brings a global perspective to the brand. The beauty and healing traditions she encountered in each place are woven into every formulation.
Alma D’Ouro is more than skincare—it’s a ritual of self-care and connection. Each oil draws on the healing wisdom of plants, inviting users to embrace moments of calm, beauty, and presence. Created for those who value authentic craftsmanship and mindful living, this collection offers nourishment for both skin and spirit.
