Our Story

From Our Family to Yours

Mari James Botanicals was born out of a quiet moment in motherhood—the kind where your hands are full, but your heart is even fuller. As a new mother navigating the early years of raising Emma Mari and Dylan James, I became increasingly aware of what I was putting on their skin—and mine. I searched for something that was safe, gentle, and effective. Something I could trust completely.

But the truth? Most products were filled with ingredients I couldn’t pronounce and promises I couldn’t trust.

So, I went back to basics.

What began as a quiet ritual in my kitchen—blending oils, studying labels, and revisiting the timeless remedies passed down from my "Nani", my maternal grandmother—quickly became something more. I remembered how she used coconut oil on her skin and hair, and how castor oil was a staple in her everyday care. Those simple, powerful ingredients became the foundation of my earliest formulations. I began creating plant-based skincare rooted in trust—organic oils, soothing botanicals, and nutrient-rich extracts. No synthetics. No harsh chemicals. No complicated routines. Just clean, honest care made with love for the people who matter most.

Friends and family began asking for jars of their own, and what began as a personal passion slowly evolved into a shared one. That’s how Mari James Botanicals was born—a name inspired by the two little ones who started it all.

Today, we remain rooted in that same philosophy: Skincare should be simple. Ingredients should be pure. And care should feel personal.

Every product is handcrafted in small batches with purpose and love—safe for babies, powerful for adults, and gentle enough for the whole family. Whether you’re beginning your own motherhood journey or simply looking for peace in your daily routine, Mari James is here to offer you a quiet moment to relax and recenter. It's unfiltered serenity, intentionally uncomplicated, and offers raw, real restoration.

Because when you strip away the unnecessary, what’s left is powerful. And that’s exactly what we believe skincare should be.

Thank you for allowing Mari James Botanicals to be a part of your everyday calm. We’re honored to create for you, and we’re just getting started.

With gratitude,