Why we stand behind it
This strategic formulation utilizes novel surfactants, emollients, and probiotics to boost moisture levels and promote optimal ceramide production. It soothes and calms with locally harvested calendula, long revered for its healing benefits.
Key ingredients
STREPTOCOCCUS THERMOPHILUS—A symbiotic microbe containing high levels of sphingomyelinase (ASMase), an enzyme. Topicals containing this probiotic can generate a significant increase in skin ceramide amounts via the ASMase/ceramide pathway. Biosynthesis of ceramides, which comprise 50% of the skin’s barrier layer, declines with age.
POLYGLYCERYL POLYRICINOLEATE—A novel food-based surfactant and emulsifier. Directly improves barrier function by multi-tasking with probiotics to provide microbial balance. In addition, the polyglycerol part of the molecule provides emollience to lubricate the skin and improve overall texture and appearance.
CALENDULA INFUSED SAFFLOWER OIL—Locally harvested from Marie Veronique Nadeau’s farm in Northern California this herbaceous plant oil is long known for its soothing properties.
Dispense a quarter-sized amount into palms.
Spread evenly over clean, damp skin, adding product as needed.
May repeat as needed throughout the day especially to the areas of the body experiencing dryness, tightness, visible scars, crepiness and redness.
If irritation occurs, discontinue use and consult a physician.
Keep in a cool, dry place, out of direct sunlight.
Use within 6 months of opening.
Pro-tip
While the skin is still damp post-shower, apply a thin layer all over the body, working the emulsion from the extremities inward toward the heart to boost lymph flow, an excellent medium for body gua sha. Effective and supportive for bumpy skin, rough skin, or keratosis pilaris.
Marie Veronique is a Berkeley-based, small batch producer and pioneer in clean, microbiome-friendly, efficacious topicals for skin health. Founded in 2002 by chemist Marie Veronique Nadeau, their products support every skin type and tone — acne, dryness, symptomatic skin, and more — with a particular emphasis on the science of age delay. Marie Veronique believes that the skin is inherently whole and resourceful on its own, with an innate quest to heal and to be in balance. They couple the latest scientific research in skin health with a deep knowledge of other holistic health modalities like Biomedicine, Western Medicine, and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Widely acknowledged as a category-defining clean beauty brand and trusted by estheticians and healthcare practitioners, they are committed to transparency and cutting through the hype, trends, and scare tactics the beauty industry has historically leaned into.
