Our Story!
Welcome!
Hi! I'm so excited and honored to have you here.
My goal is to create thoughtfully formulated skincare using intentional, high-quality ingredients that help support healthy-looking skin while giving you confidence in what you're applying every day.
Meet Mari
Let me introduce myself, me llamo Mari! My name is Mari. Yes, I speak both English and Spanish, and I'm always happy to answer your questions, discuss ingredients, or help you choose the products that best fit your skin. ¡Claro que sí!
I'm a Registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. I currently work as a traveling emergency department nurse and have also worked in intensive care. Caring for people during some of the most difficult moments of their lives has taught me the importance of evidence-based practice, safety, and compassionate care.
My Own Skin Journey
My own health journey has inspired everything I do today. Over the years, I've struggled with eczema, atopic dermatitis, and a chronically flaky, sensitive scalp. Those experiences led me to take a much closer look at all the ingredients on the products I was using on my skin and on my house.
Like so many people searching for relief, I tried countless creams, lotions, shampoos, shampoo bars, and medicated products. Some were too harsh for my scalp, others didn't cleanse well or produce enough lather, and many left my skin feeling even drier than before. As a registered nurse, I also relied on petrolatum-based barrier creams because they are among the most commonly recommended products in healthcare to protect damaged skin. They often provided temporary relief, but I noticed that if I stopped using them, my hands would quickly become even drier, crack, and develop painful red patches again.
Working as a nurse is not for the weak of heart. I wash my hands constantly, I wear gloves with each interaction, and need products that protect my skin without leaving behind a heavy, greasy residue. If you've washed your hands after having petrolatum-based ointment in your hands, you know exactly what I mean, your hands never feel quite clean when there's a thick oily layer left behind, especially when you're putting gloves on and off all day.
Why I Created Rooted Clinical Botanics
My personal experiences made me realize I wanted products that not only helped support and protect the skin barrier but also nourished the skin with intentional, thoughtfully selected ingredients. I wanted formulations that felt good to use every day, not just products that covered up the problem.
That journey ultimately led to the creation of Rooted Clinical Botanics, where every formula is developed with the same philosophy that guided my own search: ingredients chosen with purpose, backed by science, and crafted to support healthy skin without compromising the experience of using them.
My Philosophy
I believe the human body has an incredible ability to heal when given the right environment and support. At the same time, I also believe modern medicine plays an essential role, especially when illness or injury requires medical treatment. To me, holistic care and evidence-based medicine complement one another, they are not opposites.
Your skin is the largest organ of your body. It serves as an incredible protective barrier, helping defend you from the outside world while regulating moisture and supporting overall health.
Why Ingredients Matter
Because some ingredients applied to the skin can penetrate it to varying degrees, depending on the ingredient and formulation, I believe it's worth taking the time to choose skincare intentionally. That's why you'll often see me discussing ingredients like phthalates, unnecessary additives, and other ingredients that many consumers prefer to avoid. Scientific research continues to explore how cumulative environmental exposures may affect human health, and while many questions remain, I believe choosing well-formulated products with carefully selected ingredients is a reasonable approach.
Every ingredient I include has a purpose. I focus on ingredients that are supported by cosmetic science, selected for their compatibility with the skin, and chosen with both effectiveness and safety in mind.
From My Hands to Yours
I want you to feel confident using my products and comfortable sharing them with the people you love.
Thank you for trusting me to be a small part of your skincare journey.
Let's love our skin with intentionally made products.