Asklepios Garden is a spa-grade, holistic-luxury skincare brand handcrafted on Vancouver Island, BC, and one of Canada's most exciting indie skincare stories. Founded by Nicholas Bradford Fritz under the belief that healthy skin is beautiful skin, every formula is built around certified organic, ethically sourced botanical ingredients, housed in luxurious Italian glass. Vegan and Leaping Bunny certified, with zero synthetics.
PRIMA MATERIA, meaning "first matter" in alchemical tradition, is Asklepios Garden's hero facial serum and arguably the most ingredient-dense product in the collection. This fast-absorbing, cold-pressed oil serum is built from twelve certified organic botanical oils, each chosen for its ability to restore, protect, and brighten the skin's natural moisture barrier. Borage Seed Oil brings the richest known natural source of Gamma-Linolenic Acid, Sea Buckthorn delivers all four omegas including the rare Omega 7, and Rosehip acts as nature's Retinol to accelerate cell turnover and fade scarring. Naturally scented with Rose, Sandalwood, Lavender, Frankincense, and Myrrh, this serum feels as good as it performs. Suitable for all skin types, day or night.
Who's It For
Anyone serious about their skin. This is the product you add to the routine when you're ready to go beyond the basics and actually target concerns like dullness, uneven skin tone, dehydration, fine lines, or post-acne scarring. Lightweight enough for oily skin, nourishing enough for dry skin, and gentle enough for sensitive skin. Use it after toning and before moisturizing for maximum absorption.
Key Benefits
- Borage Seed Oil delivers the highest known natural concentration of Gamma-Linolenic Acid for deep moisture barrier restoration
- Sea Buckthorn Oil provides all four omegas including the rare Omega 7, for intensive nourishment
- Rosehip Seed Oil acts as nature's Retinol, accelerating cell turnover and improving skin texture, tone, and scarring
- Pomegranate Seed Oil protects against free radical damage and actively supports skin cell regeneration
- Pumpkin Seed Oil delivers vitamin E, zinc, and omega 3 and 6 fatty acids to retain moisture and maintain a youthful appearance
- Jojoba Oil balances sebum production and hydrates without clogging pores
- Fast-absorbing and lightweight despite being a pure oil formula
- Suitable for all skin types, day or night
- Cold-pressed, unpasteurized, raw botanical oils; visible plant particles are safe and beneficial
- Vegan, Leaping Bunny certified, free of synthetics
Key Ingredients
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Borago Officinalis (Borage) Seed Oil (Certified Organic) - The richest known natural source of Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA). Deeply hydrates dry skin, maintains a healthy moisture barrier, and is rich in vitamins A, C, and B-complex.
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Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Seed Oil (Certified Organic) - A supercharged omega-rich oil containing omegas 3, 6, 9, and the exceptionally rare Omega 7. Deeply nourishing and prized for centuries for its skin-restoring properties.
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Rosa Canina (Rosehip) Seed Oil (Certified Organic) - Nature's Retinol. Rich in vitamins A and C and essential fatty acids that encourage skin cell turnover, improve texture, reduce scarring, and visibly brighten the complexion.
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Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Seed Oil (Certified Organic) - Rich in antioxidants and polyphenols that protect the skin and support cell regeneration. Reduces and prevents wrinkles, fights inflammation, and delivers superior moisturizing ability.
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Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil (Certified Organic) - Rich in vitamin E, zinc, and omega 3 and 6 fatty acids. Retains moisture, fights free radicals, and helps maintain a youthful appearance.
- Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil(Certified Organic): Abundant in vitamins E and B-complex, zinc, copper, and selenium. Restores the skin's natural moisture balance without clogging pores.
How To Use
fter cleansing and toning, add 6 to 8 drops to the palm of your hand. Gently rub hands together to warm and activate the oils, then press into the face. Use the pinky finger to apply carefully around the eye area. Allow one minute for full absorption before applying JARDIN FLÂNEUR Light Crème Moisturizer. Suitable for morning and evening use.
Why MASC Recommends This
If there's one Asklepios Garden product to invest in, this is it. PRIMA MATERIA is the kind of serum that makes you understand why people get obsessive about skincare. It's a genuinely impressive formula built from some of the most potent botanical oils on the planet, handcrafted on Vancouver Island and packaged like a luxury object. Your skin will look better. It's that straightforward.
