# Maru Skincare > Maru Skincare is a South African skincare brand creating plant-based care for dry skin with African botanicals, many sourced from resilient desert landscapes. Its current collection features body oils built around indigenous seed oils including marula, baobab, kalahari melon, ximenia, macadamia and castor. Designed with melanin-rich skin in mind and suitable for all skin types. ## Brand facts - Name: Maru Skincare - Country of origin: South Africa - Region: Western Cape - Category: Skincare - Current products: Body oils - Target skin: Designed with melanin-rich skin in mind; suitable for all skin types - Formulation: 100% plant-based, vegan, cruelty-free - Slogan: "Nourish dry skin. Glow naturally." - Contact: contact@maruskincare.co.za - Website: https://maruskincare.com/za - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maruskincareco - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Maru-Skincare/61587538673270/ ## Brand story Maru began with a simple realisation: dry skin needs deeper nourishment. The founder, who has melanin-rich skin and has lived across different countries and climates, experienced how easily skin can feel dry, depleted and out of balance through seasonal changes, harsh water and unfamiliar environments. Too often, available products focused on surface hydration rather than deeper nourishment, so the founder returned to the comfort of oils in everyday care and to the wisdom of African botanicals, many sourced from resilient desert landscapes and long valued for their ability to nourish, soften and restore. Growing up in South Africa and experiencing changing climates firsthand, the founder discovered the powerful role these oils could play in caring for skin that feels dry, stressed or depleted. Maru brings this understanding into a modern daily ritual: nourishing care made with intention, for real skin, wherever you are. ## Products - [Maru Desert Rain Body Oil](https://maruskincare.com/za/products/maru-desert-rain-body-oil) — R495.00. Pure, fast-absorbing nourishment for dry and sensitive skin. Fragrance-free and gentle, Desert Rain is intentionally crafted with nourishing African oils, many sourced from resilient desert landscapes, to deliver lasting softness without residue. - [Maru Desert Sunrise Body Oil](https://maruskincare.com/za/products/maru-desert-sunrise-body-oil) — R495.00. Pure, fast-absorbing nourishment for soft, smooth, naturally radiant skin. Lightly scented with geranium and Somali frankincense to help restore balance and uplift the senses, Desert Sunrise is intentionally crafted with nourishing African oils, many sourced from resilient desert landscapes, to leave skin beautifully soft with a healthy-looking glow. - [Maru Desert Ritual](https://maruskincare.com/za/products/the-desert-ritual) — R895.00. Morning energy. Evening restoration. A two-step botanical body ritual inspired by the rhythm of the desert. Desert Sunrise to leave skin soft, nourished and naturally radiant through the day, Desert Rain to comfort skin with lasting, weightless softness by evening. All Maru body oils are formulated for daily use on the body, absorb quickly, and leave no greasy residue. ## Key ingredients - Marula (Sclerocarya Birrea) Seed Oil — antioxidant-rich; deeply nourishes and enhances natural glow. - Baobab (Adansonia Digitata) Seed Oil — supports elasticity; delivers long-lasting moisture to dry, depleted skin. - Kalahari Melon (Citrullus Lanatus) Seed Oil — lightweight and rich in linoleic acid; helps support the skin barrier. - Ximenia (Ximenia Americana) Seed Oil — restores softness to very dry skin. - Macadamia (Macadamia Integrifolia) Seed Oil — lightweight and fast-absorbing; nourishes without heaviness. - Castor (Ricinus Communis) Seed Oil — locks in moisture; reinforces the skin's protective barrier. - Squalane — lightweight emollient that boosts absorption and leaves a soft, non-greasy finish. - Tocopherol (Vitamin E) — antioxidant protection. - Bisabolol (Desert Rain only) — calming, gentle for sensitive skin. - Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium) Flower Oil (Desert Sunrise only) — uplifting, balancing botanical aroma. - Boswellia Carterii (Somali Frankincense) Oil (Desert Sunrise only) — grounding, warm aromatic note. ## How to use Apply daily to clean, damp or dry skin. Massage generously over the body, focusing on dry areas such as elbows, knees, and legs. For best results, apply right after showering while skin is still slightly damp. ## Frequently asked questions ### What is Maru Skincare? Maru Skincare is a South African skincare brand creating plant-based care with African botanicals. Its current body-oil collection is designed with melanin-rich and dry skin in mind and is suitable for all skin types. ### Where is Maru Skincare made? Maru is made in South Africa, based in the Western Cape. ### Is Maru vegan and cruelty-free? Yes. Maru body oils are 100% plant-based, contain no animal-derived ingredients, and are not tested on animals. ### Who is Maru body oil for? Maru is designed with the needs of melanin-rich and dry skin in mind and is intended for daily use on the body. Maru oils are formulated for daily use on the body. We do not position them as facial oils; choose a product specifically formulated for the face for facial use. ### Is Maru body oil greasy? Maru is formulated to be fast-absorbing and lightweight. Skin should feel softer and more comfortable after application. Longer-term changes in how skin looks and feels vary by person, climate and routine, so use consistently and adjust the amount to suit your skin. ### Can I use Maru on sensitive skin? Desert Rain is Maru's fragrance-free option and is the better choice for fragrance-sensitive or reactive skin. Desert Sunrise contains geranium and Somali frankincense essential oils. Patch test either product before first use and stop using it if irritation occurs. ### Does Maru contain fragrance? Desert Rain is fragrance-free and contains no essential oils or added scent. Desert Sunrise contains no synthetic fragrance, but it is naturally scented with geranium and Somali frankincense essential oils. ### What is the difference between Desert Sunrise and Desert Rain? Desert Rain is fragrance-free and is the better option for fragrance-sensitive routines. Desert Sunrise is naturally scented with geranium (pelargonium graveolens) and Somali frankincense (boswellia carterii) essential oils. ### Does Maru ship outside South Africa? Maru currently ships within South Africa. For international enquiries, contact contact@maruskincare.co.za. ### How long does delivery take? Orders are processed in 1–2 business days. Delivery usually takes a further 2–4 business days to major centres or 3–7 business days to regional and outlying areas within South Africa. ### What is Maru's return policy? Unused, unopened products with the original tamper seal intact may be returned when requested within 14 days of delivery. Customers pay change-of-mind return shipping; damaged, defective or incorrect orders are handled separately under the Refund Policy. ### How can I find the right Maru product for me? Take the Maru Glow Profile quiz at https://maruskincare.com/za/glow-profile. ## Ingredient guides - [African botanical ingredients (index)](https://maruskincare.com/za/ingredients) - [Marula oil for skin: benefits & uses](https://maruskincare.com/za/ingredients/marula-oil) - [Baobab oil for skin: benefits & uses](https://maruskincare.com/za/ingredients/baobab-oil) - [Kalahari melon seed oil for skin: benefits & uses](https://maruskincare.com/za/ingredients/kalahari-melon-seed-oil) - [Ximenia oil for skin: benefits & uses](https://maruskincare.com/za/ingredients/ximenia-oil) - [Macadamia oil for skin: benefits & uses](https://maruskincare.com/za/ingredients/macadamia-oil) ## Resources - [Shop all products](https://maruskincare.com/za/products) - [African botanical ingredients](https://maruskincare.com/za/ingredients) - [Glow Profile quiz](https://maruskincare.com/za/glow-profile) - [Journal / blog](https://maruskincare.com/za/blog) - [Frequently asked questions](https://maruskincare.com/za/faq) - [Sitemap](https://maruskincare.com/sitemap.xml) - [RSS feed](https://maruskincare.com/za/blog/rss.xml) ## Policies - [Delivery policy](https://maruskincare.com/za/legal/delivery-policy) - [Refund policy](https://maruskincare.com/za/legal/refund-policy) - [Cancellation policy](https://maruskincare.com/za/legal/cancellation-policy) - [Terms of service](https://maruskincare.com/za/legal/terms-of-service) - [Privacy policy](https://maruskincare.com/za/legal/privacy-policy)