MARA sets the standard in clinically proven algae skincare innovation.
Backed by breakthrough marine biotechnology and visible results in just 15 days, our proprietary, wild collected blend harnesses billions of years of ancient Marine Intelligence™️ and deeply hydrates while firming, smoothing, and delivering anti-aging benefits.
MARA is everyday luxury that actually performs. Where prestige meets performance, in three steps or less.
A modern take on clinically proven actives rooted in algae and hydration to transform skin and simplify skincare routines
MARA is a Clean + Plant Positive line of award-winning, algae-infused skincare founded by Allison McNamara in 2018.
MARA was inspired by the Sea of Marmara in Turkey, is the last four letters of McNamara's last name, and means 'sea' In Gaelic, which pays homage to the founder's Irish heritage.
Best in class, clean, algae-infused formulas with MARA Marine Intelligence™️ that simplify skincare routines into three steps or less.
MARA is powered by our clinically proven algae biotech and Marine Intelligence™️ to visibly firm, restore radiance, and help protect against stress-aging in just 15 days.
At the core of every formula is a proprietary, wild-collected algae blend sourced from France and Ireland, clinically tested to help plump, firm, and smooth the skin.
This algae base is infused with clinically proven clean actives in sustainable, first-to-market, award-winning formulas that deliver transformative results while supporting the skin barrier and keeping skin glowing.
All MARA products are efficacious and transformative, designed to deliver hydrated, radiant skin so you can Sea the Glow®.
MARA uses recycled and recyclable glass bottles.
Unit cartons are FSC Certified with low VOC UV and vegetable-based inks.
We eliminate ingredients that cause eco-toxicity and bioaccumulate in oceans and marine life.
We have green manufacturing practices to reduce energy and pollution, all made In Los Angeles.
We donate 1% of sales annually to a variety of charity organizations under the 1% for the Planet umbrella, including Surfrider, PV Land Conservancy, & LA River.
We partner with SeaTrees to provide thousands of acres of kelp reforestation and reduce carbon emissions In our founder's hometown of Palos Verdes.
We are proud members of Repurpose Global and are a Certified Plastic Neutral Brand. We donate to Project Neela Sapana, the Impact Project to stop ocean-bound plastic waste from leaking into Chennai's coasts and protect the Bay of Bengal.
