We believe using the most natural ingredients in our care products is essential. Radiant, healthy skin starts with the right beauty care. The formulas of our clean beauty range are enriched with various natural and effective ingredients. These ingredients are mild, safe and contribute to skin health. In addition, there is nothing in the formulas that do not belong there! All clean beauty products are free of (water)polluting microplastics, drying sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, silicones and petrochemical ingredients.
Are you curious about what our hero ingredients will do to your skin?
Aloë Vera
This green plant is rich in antioxidants and is known for its soothing properties. Aloe vera can therefore help with skin irritations. This ingredient helps to soften the skin and stimulates the production of new skin cells. It is also very hydrating and therefore suitable for repairing dry skin.
The formula of our Foaming Body Wash contains aloe vera.
Golden seaweed
Do you often suffer from dry skin? Golden seaweed is a rich source of minerals that hydrate the skin, as well as being anti-inflammatory and soothing.
Since golden seaweed grows in shallow waters, this plant has developed a protective mechanism against UVA and UVB rays. Therefore, this ingredient is also added to our sunscreens.
The formulas of the Mineral Sun Protection and the Dry Body Oil are enriched with golden seaweed.
Shea butter
If you suffer from dry skin? Then Shea butter is the perfect ingredient for your care routine. Shea butter is a 100% natural vegetable butter. It is a plant lipid extracted from the nuts of the shea tree (karité tree). It is a rich source of antioxidants such as vitamin E, which help soften and nourish the skin. Our body lotion with Shea butter helps skin retain moisture, moisturize and visibly restore dry skin.
The formulas of our Body Lotion, Hand Lotion, Body Cream en Hand Cream contain Shea butter.
Sunflower Oil
Do you have dehydrated or dry skin? Sunflower oil is a natural, unscented plant oil that is very soothing to the skin. Sunflower oil is extracted from the seeds of the sunflower. Sunflower oil is full of nutritious omega-6 fatty acids and vitamins D and E, making it perfect for young and oily skin as well! The oil also has the unique ability to help cells retain moisture. Using it with our hand lotion, among other products, keeps skin hydrated and calm longer.
The formulas of our Hand Lotion, Body Scrub en Hand Cream contains sunflower oil.
Apricot kernel
Apricot kernels in beauty products are a natural and effective exfoliator for dry skin.The fine particles cause dead and damaged skin to disappear. Incorporating our scrub into your beauty routine will create smoother, healthier skin with better circulation. The scrub contains ultra-fine crushed seeds, which remove dead skin cells. In addition, apricot kernels are packed with vitamin E!
The formula of our Body Scrub contains apricot kernels.
Hazelnut Oil
Hazelnut oil is rich in vitamin E. The oil contains saturated and nourishing fatty acids that moisturize the skin and keep it supple, so perfect for mature skin! Our body lotion keeps the skin soft and firm, and its mild astringent action reduces the appearance of fine lines. Plant oil feels gentle on the skin, spreads easily and absorbs quickly.
The formula of our Body Lotion contains hazelnut oil.
Sweet almond oil
Do you suffer from sensitive or dry skin? Sweet almond oil is a natural oil that intensely nourishes and helps moisturize the skin. This unscented ingredient leaves radiant, nourished skin because it is rich in vitamins A, B and E. The oil nourishes and supports the skin's repairing ability. Using our body cream prevents irritations on the skin.
The formula of our Body Cream contains sweet almond oil.
Upcycled prickly pear seed oil
A natural oil rich in vitamin E. It hydrates, nourishes, and softens dry skin thanks to its powerful antioxidants. This oil absorbs quickly and leaves the skin revitalized.
Prickly pear seed oil is extracted from the seeds of figs that grow on the Prickly Pear cactus. Our prickly pear seed oil is also an upcycled ingredient, a byproduct that would otherwise go to waste.
The formula of the Dry Body Oil is enriched with upcycled prickly pear seed oil, along with sweet almond oil and golden seaweed.
Hemp seed oil
Hemp seed oil is nourishing and anti-inflammatory for the skin due to its richness in Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids. Research has shown that this oil can help with skin conditions such as eczema and acne: in addition to the soothing properties of this natural oil, it also promotes the repair and growth of new skin cells. An essential ingredient for soft and hydrated skin.
The formula of the Deep Salt Body Scrub is enriched with hemp seed oil.
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Onze handen vertellen ons verhaal. Ze drukken liefde uit, werken hard, en helpen ons de wereld te verkennen. Daarom verdienen ze niets minder dan de beste zorg. Ontdek onze effectieve handverzorging en laat je handen stralen zoals nooit tevoren.
A guide to Body Care
In skincare, you often come across the terms "hydrating" and "nourishing." But what do these actually mean? Both are essential for healthy, radiant skin. Read on to discover the difference between hydrating and nourishing, and how you can effectively combine these methods in your daily body care routine.
What is Shea Butter
At Marie-Stella-Maris, we formulate our natural body care essentials with at least 96% natural ingredients. One of the ingredients that enriches our body creams and body lotions is shea butter: a natural ingredient that nourishes and hydrates the skin intensively. Read on to discover the benefits of shea butter in our body care essentials.
