Aker Fassi ~ The Beauty Secret of Traditional Moroccan Women

Do you want to discover the beauty secrets of Moroccan women?

Here’s everything you need to know about one of their most potent beauty secrets!

An entirely organic beauty product…

Aker Fassi is a traditional, natural cosmetic product from North Africa, mainly Morocco. 

It is made from dried poppy petals and pomegranate peel, which are finely ground and mixed with a clay base. 

Poppy flowers contain active ingredients that can help with aging and wrinkles.

Aker Fassi and Argan Nourishing Masque

Aker Fassi is a lip and cheek stain commonly used for its long-lasting color. It can provide a range of shades from light pink to deep red, depending on how much product is used and how it is applied. 

Aker Fassi Lip Balm

Despite being mostly used for makeup, it’s also known for its potential skin benefits due to the natural ingredients used in its creation. It is rich in antioxidants, flavonoids, and alkaloids.

Aker Fassi and Argan Nourishing & Moisturizing Lotion

The Berber women have a rich and diverse beauty culture that has been passed down through generations. Their beauty practices are closely tied to nature and their environment, as they often utilize the local plants and minerals in their beauty rituals.

Aker Fassi Treatment Collection

Natural ingredients used for beauty in Berber-culture.

 Argan Oil

Argan oil is integral to Berber women’s beauty routine. They use it for their hair, skin, and nails. Argan oil is rich in vitamin E and fatty acids, making it an excellent natural moisturizer.

Argan Royal Oil with Oud Essence

Argan Hair Treatment Oil

Rhassoul Clay

Rhassoul clay, also known as Ghassoul clay, is a natural mineral mined in Morocco’s Atlas Mountains. Moroccan women have used it for centuries for skin and hair care. It absorbs excess oil and impurities from the skin and hair. Excellent as a deep, purifying masque treatment.

Ghassoul Masque

Rose Water for Face & Body

Aker Fassi

As already mentioned, Aker Fassi is a traditional natural cosmetic made from poppy and pomegranate. It is used as a lip and cheek stain.  It naturally softens and brightens the skin and lips.

Aker Fassi Lip Balm


Hamman (Spa) Rituals

Traditional Berber beauty practices often involve visiting a hammam, or public bathhouse, where cleansing, steaming, and massaging occur.

Aker Fassi Black Soap

Aker Fassi-Argan Sugar Scrub

Rose Water for Face & Body

Natural Remedies

Berber women have extensive knowledge of herbal medicine and often incorporate natural ingredients into their skincare routines.

Berber beauty rituals are all about using natural ingredients, reflecting a holistic approach to beauty and their connection to the earth. 

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Merci and Happy 2024!

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