Our History

Inspired by international humanitarian leader and spiritual master Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, we embarked on a mission to create a positive impact. Since 2001, Shankara has been dedicated to crafting an all-natural range of luxurious wellness beauty products in Texas, USA, meticulously handcrafted to the highest standards for optimum results. After delighting customers in the West for over 16 years and winning several awards in the USA, Shankara expanded its operations to Karnataka, India. Today, Ananda Holistics (Pty) Ltd proudly imports these premium luxury skincare products from India to South Africa, offering South Africans a unique 100% natural, handcrafted Ayurvedic skincare.

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Our Values

At Shankara, we aim to bring peace to the mind, love to the heart, and nourishment to the skin. With a focus on holistic wellbeing and inner radiance, we aim to be more than just a skincare brand – a source of inspiration and empowerment for those seeking a deeper connection with themselves and the world around them.

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Our Mission

From responsibly sourced ingredients to highly effective finished products, we are dedicated to making sustainable choices to keep our planet green and vibrant, and support others' well-being by bringing peace to the mind, love to the heart and food for the skin.

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Our Culture

Our culture is one of honoring all life, upholding human values and celebrating harmony in diversity.

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Our Products

We produce 100% natural skincare and result-oriented products that combine Ayurvedic "the science of life" wisdom and modern actives. Shankara products are created using synergistic blends of anti-aging, antioxidant-rich active ingredients, combined with highly nutritive, therapeutic, and aromatherapeutic essential oils. Using a rapid delivery system, the ingredients in our products quickly penetrate surface layers to catalyse real change, delivering almost immediate topical improvement in your skin while products work to balance conditions from within. All our products are meticulously crafted in small batches in India, ensuring the highest quality and attention to detail.  

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All of our products are:

• free of parabens, alcohol and chemicals

• pH balanced

• No animal testing

• 40 of the 46 retail products are vegan. The other 6 contain honey powder or yogurt or milk protein.

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Our Formulation

Shankara delivers an unparalleled experience of nutrition, oxygenation, hydration, and protection with our ground-breaking, natural collection of retail and professional products for face and body. The Shankara Skincare System produces true skin transformation and enhances your authentic beauty.​

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Shankara in South Africa - Join Us on the Path to Radiant Wellness

These premium products are then imported from India to South Africa by Ananda Holistics (Pty) Ltd, bringing you the finest in holistic wellness. We welcome you to explore the world of Shankara and experience the transformative power of Ayurvedic skincare. Embrace your natural beauty, nourish your skin with ancient wisdom, and unlock the radiance that lies within you.