Natural cleansers, handmade in Slovenia, South Africans
As an immigrant, it is not always easy to find work, so many set up their own business and thus contribute to the vitality and liveliness of the countries in which they settle. So it is with Werner and Nardia, founders of Adriatic Elements. Wanting to find out more, we contacted the couple and asked some questions …
Tell us about your trip. Why Slovenia?
We come from Cape Town in South Africa, where Nardia in 2016 started now well known Brand of handmade natural products “Leaf Jou”.. Five years later, we decided to move to and from Slovenia as a family Adriatic elements was born. We could not resist the Slovenian emerald waters, beautiful mountains and clean air that we could call home. The elements needed to produce Nardia natural products are now sourced here in the heart of Europe. We found that Slovenians are connected to Mother Nature on many levels, whether it is a love of hiking and the outdoors or growing their own organic vegetables in urban gardens throughout Slovenia.
What products do you make?
The first products that are produced in Slovenia are our 100% natural tablets for the dishwasher. They are made from biodegradable ingredients, are vegan-friendly and packaged in a biodegradable composting container. Customers like the aroma of lemongrass essential oil in tablets.
We also produce biodegradable laundry detergent, which is odorless, does not contain sulfates or phthalates and is compatible with gray water systems. Suitable for sensitive skin or skin prone to allergies.
Check out this space as we work on a presentation of our natural bubble bath powder, fabric softener and solid dishwashing soap for the near future.
What do you like most about Slovenia?
As a family, we love the balance between work, play and family time. We love the exterior, the natural beauty and the proximity of the elements, including the Adriatic, which inspires us to develop new products that are environmentally friendly.
How do you find a language?
Demanding, not invincible! We practice and learn new words every day. It is important for us to include each client or potential client in their mother tongue. Our labels are also all in Slovenian, as the products are proudly made in Slovenia.
Why do you think people need these products?
Planet B is not. We still have time to save and restore what we have. We believe that Slovenia is proof of this, as we nurture our environment and make conscious and sustainable decisions.
What is your vision of the company?
Moving away from harmful everyday chemical products has been our mission since day one. The prevalence of carcinogenic ingredients in the cleaning products we use in and around our homes and bodies is daunting. We decided to change the world and consumer habits of people one product at a time. Natural alternatives make much more sense: no harm to you, your children or the environment.
soon … bubble bath powder
Where can people try or buy your products?
You can visit our website www.adriaticelements.com but write to us by e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for sale, trade inquiries, samples or just for chat. We will also sell our products in Health and Bio stores, among others Suzana store in Radovljica, at Ulica Staneta Žagarja 2b.