Take care
Taking care of your body naturally
Taking care of your body starts with attention—not with a product. The touch of a hand, the oil gliding over the skin, the time you take for yourself for no other reason than simply being there.
In the countryside of Morocco’s Souss region, women have been using argan oil for generations. Not just as a cosmetic, but as a daily ritual passed down from mother to daughter—as natural as washing one’s hands. A few drops are applied to the face, to the hair, and to dry hands after work. It is neither a luxury nor a routine. It is a connection between the body and what the earth produces.
At Real and Roots, we wanted to return to that simplicity. Natural, pure ingredients, free from unnecessary processing. Virgin oils and essences selected for their quality and origin, not for their packaging. Products that contain nothing superfluous, because the ingredients themselves are enough.
Why Choose Natural Skincare?
The body doesn't need complexity. It needs consistency and quality. Well-nourished skin doesn't need ten products. It needs the right routine, performed with care.
Deeply hydrate the skin. Protect without suffocating. Nourish the hair without weighing it down. Respect the body’s natural rhythms rather than trying to correct them. These simple steps help restore a more balanced relationship with yourself. Less harshness, more attentiveness. Fewer products, more mindfulness in the act.
Taking care of oneself then becomes a moment, rather than an obligation. A moment when we reconnect with ourselves, when the hand massaging our face or scalp is no longer a reflex but a conscious act.
Simple, everyday actions
After your shower, your skin is still damp and slightly warm. This is the perfect time. Put a few drops of argan oil in the palm of your hand. Rub your hands together. Apply it to your face, neck, and arms, massaging slowly and gently. The oil sinks in, and your skin absorbs what it needs.
In the evening, the same ritual can mark the end of the day. A few drops on the wrists, on the temples. Argan oil scented with geranium or orange blossom adds a fragrant dimension to the routine. The ritual nourishes the skin. The fragrance soothes the mind. The two come together.
For hair, apply it as a mask before shampooing or as a serum on dry ends. Argan oil coats the hair without weighing it down and nourishes without leaving it greasy. That is its greatest quality: it nourishes without weighing the hair down.
There is no set procedure. There is no prescribed routine. There is simply a sense of continuity in the action, day after day.
Argan: The Traditional Oil of the Souss Region
The argan oil offered by Real and Roots comes from the Souss region in southwestern Morocco, where the argan tree has grown for thousands of years. Cold-pressed and certified organic, it retains all of its essential fatty acids and vitamin E. It is a vibrant oil that carries the essence of its land.
We offer it in several forms, depending on the intended use and the desired experience.
Argan Ancestral: pure oil, nothing else. For the face, body, and hair. The foundation of everything.
Argan oil scented with five different fragrances, such as orange blossom or vanilla, for those who want to add a floral touch to their daily skincare routine.
Élixir Fleuri, argan oil infused with geranium or oud, for a treatment that is both nourishing and balancing.
Each oil comes from the same region, the same cooperative, and meets the same high standards of quality. What varies is the aroma and the intention. The essence remains the same: pure, unrefined, and authentic.
Essential oils: enhancing your skincare routine with aromatherapy
Beyond touch comes smell. Real and Roots essential oils are not intended as treatments, but as companions for everyday life. Add a few drops to a diffuser, a bath, or dilute them in a carrier oil for a massage.
Moroccan true lavender relaxes and prepares you for sleep. Atlas cedar invigorates and helps you refocus. Nahnah mint refreshes and awakens.Omani frankincense deepens the moment and creates a space of inner calm.
Combined with argan oil, they transform a simple skincare routine into a complete ritual, nourishing both the skin and the mind at the same time.
Honey: A Different Way to Eat
Taking care of your body also involves what you put into it. Real and Roots artisanal honeys, harvested in the Fès region, round out this approach. Carob honey, which is mild and dark, is known for its soothing properties. Caper honey, which is rarer, is renowned for its invigorating benefits.
When used topically, honey is also a time-honored skin care remedy: a nourishing mask, a balm for dry lips, or a soothing poultice. The same substance, used in two different ways, depending on what the body needs.
Gum arabic from Mauritania: a skincare product from the Sahel
Gum arabic is one of those materials that is little known in the West, but which has been a part of life for the people of the Sahel for centuries. Harvested from acacia trees in the “gum belt” that runs through sub-Saharan Africa, it is used in Mauritania for both food and personal care.
When dissolved in water, gum arabic forms a mild gel rich in soluble fiber that soothes the mucous membranes and aids digestion. In Mauritania, it is consumed as a drink, mixed with honey or milk, as part of a daily wellness routine. Families view it as a food in its own right, not as a supplement.
In its roasted form, gum arabic reveals other qualities. Roasting changes its texture and concentrates its properties. Traditionally, this form is preferred to aid digestion: it is dissolved in hot water after a meal, either on its own or with a little honey. The taste is mild, with a slight roasted note, and its effect on digestive comfort has been recognized for generations throughout the Sahel.
The gum arabic offered by Real and Roots comes directly from Mauritanian collectors. By including it in this selection, we hope to raise awareness of a rare, useful material that is deeply rooted in a region and a tradition that globalization has rendered almost invisible.
Taking care of yourself isn’t about fixing yourself. It’s about recognizing that your body deserves the same attention you give to your inner self, your loved ones, and your work. A few drops of oil in the palm of your hand, the warmth of your hands, the scent rising. It’s a small gesture. But what it says is immense: I am here, for myself, right now.