Stories

Fiber & Microbiome: Why Your Gut Bacteria Need More Than Just Probiotics

An intact microbiome is now considered the key to health, well-being, and balance. But even the best probiotics are of little use if their most important allies are missing: prebiotics. Probiotics & prebiotics – what is the difference? While probiotics...

Magnesium: Three compounds compared

Magnesium is one of the essential minerals in the human body. It supports many functions, such as energy metabolism and muscle and nerve function. But anyone who wants to take supplements will quickly realize that not all magnesium is the...

The benefits of 16/8 Intermittent Fasting for our body

With the beginning of Lent, the question arises again and again which fasting method is the right one. One thing in advance - there is no right or wrong, but rather what is good for me and which method makes...

Self-love on Valentine's Day: Why self-love is just as important as romantic love

Valentine's Day is traditionally all about romantic love. But love for ourselves is just as important. Self-love forms the basis for our well-being and satisfaction. It enables us to create authentic and fulfilling relationships with others. On Valentine's Day in...

Restful sleep in times of crisis - We give tips from the pharmacy

Constantly new information, everyday life is coming apart at the seams and in addition to the loss of the usual routine, some people are also experiencing existential fears. The current crisis situation leads to stress and an inner feeling of...

Creatine: More than just a supplement for athletes

Creatine is no longer just about fitness. Women in particular can benefit from targeted supplementation - whether in stressful phases, from the age of 40 or during cycle-related energy slumps. The versatile micronutrient is now being intensively researched not only...

Gift Finder 2025: Giving gifts with impact

Christmas is more than just a celebration—it's a moment of connection. A moment to show appreciation. With gifts that not only please, but also touch the heart. Gifts that last. At Saint Charles Christmas World, you will find gift ideas...

Here we are again - packaging waste at Christmas

Every year, the celebration of love also brings us ecological challenges. Whether gift wrapping, candles or Christmas decorations - Christmas leaves behind enormous amounts of waste every year. With a few easy-to-implement tips, however, we can easily contribute to a...

Incense and the Power of Incense

From early December to early January, nature is at its lowest and darkest point of the year before everything begins anew. The need to adapt to the dormant nature germinates in us. We increasingly feel the longing for cordiality and...

How a fragrance becomes a symbol…

A gmahde Wiesn – A Fragrance That Connects. Some projects start with an idea. Others with a feeling. “A gmahde Wiesn” is one of the rare few that combine both – creating something that goes far beyond a product. Together...

Why You Should Fall in Love with Your Morning Routine

Rituals are a valuable part of our everyday life that is often underestimated. They help you to find stability, create inner balance and support your well-being. In a hectic world, rituals offer orientation and create moments of mindfulness that promote...

Navigating menopause naturally: Self-care in a new phase of life

For many women, a new phase begins in the middle of their lives: menopause. What is medically referred to as “menopause” is much more than a hormonal event. It is a phase of change—physically, emotionally, mentally. An invitation to rediscover...

Collagen after 40: Why your body now needs targeted support

How the key protein affects skin, joints, and well-being Turning 40 marks more than just the start of a new decade—your body also begins to change. Elasticity, flexibility, and regeneration decline. One cause that is often overlooked is the decline...

Beautiful skin in summer - Our facial care tips

We are in the middle of summer. While we were still looking forward to the first warm days in June, the increasing heat in the summer months is beginning to take its toll on us. Not only body and mind...

Herzi and Karl - hand soap with heart and effect

A cooperation that connects When the Haus der Barmherzigkeit contacted us on the occasion of its 150th anniversary, we knew immediately: This is more than a cooperation - it's a matter of the heart. We wanted to get to know...

BEHIND THE SCENES OF SAINT CHARLES

A conversation about values, impact and economic responsibility What does sustainable management mean in practice - beyond buzzwords and greenwashing? How do you run a company in a way that will also benefit future generations? And why is it worth...

Plastic-free body care: naturally beautiful without microplastics

The Green Days at Saint Charles are all about conscious care - for you and for the environment.A good time to consider the question: How much plastic is actually in our daily personal care products? From packaging and ingredients to...

Waste Prevention | Saint Charles & the Reduction to the Essentials

Sustainability is not a trend, but our responsibility - and a central component of the Saint Charles philosophy. As a B Corp-certified Apothecary Brand, we develop products with depth: inspired by the knowledge of Traditional European Medicine (TEM), based on...

Von Wien nach München: Saint Charles Apothekerseife bei Käfer auf der Wiesn

O’zapft is – und sauba bleibts! In diesem Jahr freuen wir uns ganz besonders über eine Kooperation, die so gut passt wie Brezn und Bier: Unsere Saint Charles Apothekerseife sorgt in den Toilettenbereichen der legendären Käfer Wiesn-Schänke für saubere Hände...

Boutique Hotel Zur Wiener Staatsoper x Saint Charles – Viennese charm meets natural elegance

Vienna is renowned for its poetry, music, and places where time and style converge. One such place is the Boutiquehotel Zur Wiener Staatsoper—a small gem in the heart of the city that charmingly combines history, design, and the Viennese way...

Summer, sun, sun protection: why UV rays mean more than just sunburn

The warm season lures us outdoors - we fill up on light, energy and a good mood. But with the sun also comes two invisible companions that challenge our skin: UVB and UVA rays. Two types of radiation that have...