Eumel
Rejuvenate, restore and rebalance
Unlock your skin's potential with Eumel - your science-backed skincare ally, created by expert dermatologist Dr Ophelia E. Dadzie.
The story behind Eumel
Our history
Melanin is the primary skin chromophore in humans, with two primary types present: eumelanin and pheomelanin. Eumelanin is responsible for determining a person's skin colour and is found in varying amounts across all individuals, ranging from those with albinism who have little to no eumelanin to individuals with darker pigmented skin with greater amounts of eumelanin.
Our brand - Eumel - is named after eumelanin, to reflect our commitment to inclusivity for people of different skin colours and ancestral backgrounds. As a science and research-driven brand, we base our website and product development on objective scientific findings.
At Eumel, we focus on personalised skincare and recognize that people have unique needs. Our goal is to guide individuals in choosing products that are best suited to their specific needs, while also emphasising the importance of prevention for optimal skin health. We are committed to educating and guiding people to prevent skin problems from occurring in the first place.
Our brand values
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Providing skincare that is efficacious
Using high quality ingredients, engineering products that are designed to deliver.
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Transforming your skin without sacrificing your budget
Because taking care of your skin shouldn't cost a fortune.
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Say goodbye to compromise
Created to offer solutions to skincare needs that major cosmetic brands have over-looked, including the needs of minority populations.
A commentary from expert dermatologist Dr Ophelia E. Dadzie on bringing Eumel to market
Our goal
As an experienced Dermatologist with a deep understanding of cutaneous diversity, I regularly treat patients of different skin colours and ancestral backgrounds for a variety of skin and hair problems in my clinic. With a background in science, including a masters in genomic medicine and dermatopathology, I also have a strong grasp of skin molecular biology. Through years of work in the field and consulting for major cosmetic companies, I have gained a comprehensive understanding of available therapies and cosmetics, and recognise the need for a complete skincare solution.
My goal has always been to help people and positively impact their lives, through clinical service, education, and now with the creation of the Eumel brand. Sustainability is at the core of my values, and I believe in offering products that efficaciously meet skincare needs, especially for populations and conditions that are not well-catered for by modern cosmetic companies. While there are already great products available on the market, with the most effective products handpicked as part of the Mia Pelle offering, my focus with Eumel is to offer unique skincare solutions.
A snippet of the evolution of Eumel product development
Formulation
Despite many available products, itchy, flaky scalp sufferers face a common problem - dry hair after use. This is especially true for individuals with curly hair of African ancestry. This leads to common complaints about hair dryness, breakage, and loss.
Eumel's solution was to develop a therapeutic shampoo that contains active ingredients, but also has properties which hydrate and moisturise the hair shaft, thereby avoiding the drying effect.
Eumel has also developed a cleansing scalp spray with antibacterial and antimicrobial action to gently purify and soothe the scalp. This product is ideal for hygienic care of the scalp and is suitable for the days when an individual is unable to wash their hair. It is also particularly suitable for those with weaves, braided hair and dreadlocks, who may not be able to wash their hair frequently.