Clarifying Oil

Description

Marie Veronique Clarifying Oil is a deeply penetrating facial treatment oil that works with the skin’s natural oils to help address congestion. This lightweight, fast-absorbing oil is designed to reach into pores and support a balanced complexion, while maintaining moisture without leaving a greasy feel.

The formula includes argan oil, known for its nourishing qualities and ability to help reduce surface shine, alongside borage oil, which helps condition and regulate hydration. Tea tree oil is included for its purifying properties, and willow bark provides a natural source of salicylic acid to assist with gentle exfoliation and smoothing of the skin’s surface. This treatment is suited for oily and breakout-prone skin types.

HOW TO USE IT

Shake well before use. Dispense approximately 1/2 dropper of product and warm between palms. Gently smooth over face, neck, and chest, avoiding the eye area.

INGREDIENTS

Superpower Ingredients

Argan, Borage, Tea Tree, Willow Bark

Full Ingredient List

Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil, Dromiceius (Emu) Oil, Borago Officinalis (Borage) Seed Oil, Salix Nigra (Willow) Bark Extract, Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Seed Oil, Rubus Ideaus (Red Raspberry) Seed Oil, Calophyllum Inophyllum (Tamanu) Oil, Euterpe Oleracea (Acai) Fruit Oil, Tocopherol (Mixed), Beta-Sitosterol, Squalene, Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Seed Oil, Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Fruit Oil, Squalane, Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Rhizomes Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Cymbopogon Martinii (Palmarosa) Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Oil, Matricaria Recutita (Chamomile) Oil, Polyglyceryl-3 Palmitate, Usnea Barbata (Lichen) Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil, Linalool, Geraniol

ABOUT THIS BRAND

Marie Veronique is a California-based skincare brand specializing in small-batch, microbiome-friendly formulations that support long-term skin health. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Berkeley, Marie Veronique combines multidisciplinary research with a commitment to clean chemistry, offering topical solutions for all skin types and tones. With a particular emphasis on the science of age delay, the brand creates products that address a range of skin conditions—including dryness, congestion, and sensitivity—by working with, not against, the skin’s natural intelligence.

The brand was founded by Marie-Veronique Nadeau, a former chemistry teacher and licensed esthetician, whose passion for skin health grew out of a personal search for better aging solutions. Today, the brand is recognized for its evidence-led formulations, thoughtful ingredient sourcing, and transparent production practices. All products are made in-house at their Berkeley lab, ensuring freshness, efficacy, and integrity at every step. Marie Veronique also prioritizes sustainability by using recyclable packaging, minimizing waste in production, and supporting suppliers who share their commitment to environmental responsibility. As a woman-founded and woman-led company, Marie Veronique also champions equity and access by supporting initiatives that empower underrepresented voices in science and wellness.

The Beauty Heroes Standard

Every product at Beauty Heroes meets our Healthy Beauty Standard—a rigorous set of ingredient, sourcing, performance, and sustainability requirements that goes well beyond global cosmetic regulations. This product:

• Meets or exceeds cosmetic ingredient regulations in the United States, Canada, the European Union, and Japan.
• Is cruelty-free and has not been tested on animals.
• Does not contain synthetic fragrance.
• Does not contain silicones.
• Does not contain synthetic acrylates or petrochemical-derived polymers.
• Does not contain PEGs (polyethylene glycols).
• Does not contain sulfates.
• Does not contain parabens.
• Does not contain petroleum-derived ingredients such as mineral oil, petrolatum, carbomer, nylon, vinyl polymers, or similar materials commonly used in conventional cosmetics.
• Does not contain chemical UV filters.

Our Healthy Beauty Standard extends beyond ingredients alone. We also evaluate formulation integrity, ingredient sourcing, environmental impact, packaging, brand values, and product performance before a product is accepted into our collection.

To learn more about our complete ingredient standard—including our approach to sustainability, packaging, philanthropy, and responsible sourcing—visit our full Healthy Beauty Standard.