Mary's Apothecary

The skin benefits of wild stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) are extensive, moving it from a standard botanical to a high-potency therapeutic skincare active. Once the plant is dried and processed, its formic acid “sting” is completely neutralized, unlocking a rich source of vitamins (A, C, K, B-complex), minerals, and active plant phenols.

Anti-Inflammatory & Histamine Modulation (The “Chill Pill”)

• The Benefit: Nettle actively targets red, angry, and weeping skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea.
• The Science: It acts as a natural antihistamine and anti-inflammatory agent. Topical application dampens the skin’s panic response, turning off the inflammatory chemicals that cause flare-ups, intense itching, and chronic swelling.

2. Natural Mineral Armor (Moisture Barrier Support)

• The Benefit: It repairs a broken, dry skin barrier that is prone to irritation.
• The Science: Nettle is exceptionally high in bioavailable minerals, specifically silica, iron, and magnesium. These minerals serve as essential nutrients that human skin cells use to repair its outer layer. This acts as a shield to prevent moisture from evaporating while locking out dirt and environmental pollutants.

3. Mild Astringent (Oil & Sebum Balancing)

• The Benefit: It cleanses acne-prone or combination skin thoroughly without stripping the skin raw or leaving a greasy film.
• The Science: Unlike harsh chemical soaps that completely dissolve vital skin lipids, nettle’s natural astringent properties gently constrict the skin tissues. This regulates overactive oil glands and visibly tightens the appearance of open pores, creating a clean, balanced slate.

4. Cellular Longevity & Elasticity

• The Benefit: It protects fragile, aging skin from sagging, dullness, and fine lines.

The Science: Packed with antioxidants and chlorophyll, nettle blocks free radical damage from daily pollution. Furthermore, dermatological studies show that nettle helps inhibit collagenase and elastase—the natural enzymes responsible for breaking down the skin’s structural collagen and elasticity fibers

Our products are formulated for sensitive skin. They create a barrier and protect your skin from oxidative stress and environmental damage promoting a healthy glow. Urtica dioica could help modulate the Body’s histamine response, which directly reduces the itching & swelling associated with reactive skin and allergic rashes. You can feel results once you create lather and leave it on your skin for 30 seconds before rinsing. Avoid contact with eyes.

Our botanical version, creamy and protective. Pure plant power double butter luxury. With a high lathering lauric acid and hydrating minerals of fresh-pressed coconut milk. 100% plant based, Nourish, glow, purify hand press hydration.

Our botanical version, creamy and protective. Pure plant power double butter luxury. With a high lathering lauric acid and hydrating minerals of fresh-pressed coconut milk. 100% plant based, Nourish, glow, purify hand press hydration.

No we don’t use palm oil in our products.

No, our products are aim for sensitive angry skin. We have 2 powerhouse products unscented. products for dry skin

We have one vegan product which is our traditional farm house luxury 100% vegan.

our packaging is 100% recyclable and zero waste.

our packaging is 100% recyclable and zero waste.