A Monastery ritual looks something like this:
Oil cleanse
start with Rose Cleansing Oil, massaging it onto dry skin to cleanse while supporting the skin microbiome.Second cleanse or gentle cleanse
Some rituals follow with Sage Cleansing OilTreatment / exfoliation
Products like Gold or XX are used as exfoliating or treatment masks for glow and texture.Facial massage
Massage is a huge part of the Monastery experience, using hands or gua sha on the skin to encourage circulation and lymphatic drainage.Moisture + sealing everything in
They finish with richer botanical products like Attar or Flora to deeply hydrate and create that signature dewy glow.
Key Ingredients
Raspberry Seed Oil:This seed oil is a powerhouse antioxidant. Full of Alpha-linolenic acid (the highest of any fruit seed oil) provides anti-inflammatory benefits. Naturally absorbs UVB and UVC to provide protection from UVA rays.
Clary Sage: Regulates sebum production, tones the skin by acting as a mild astringent and reduces inflammation associated with acne.
Lavender: Provides antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties which can help heal minor burns and bug bites. Can provide astringent properties to the skin.
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Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera), Rubus Ideaus (Red Raspberry Seed), Jasminum Grandiflorum (Jasmine Grandiflorum), Rose Bourbonia (Edward Rose), Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid), Leuconostoc (Radish Root Ferment), Salvia Scalera (Clary Sage), Lavendula Angustifolia (Lavender CO2), Salvia Officinalis (Sage), Xanthum Gum, Cera Alba (Beeswax), Rosa Mosqueta (Rosehip Seed), Dalburgia Sissoo (Rosewood Leaf), Michelia Alba (White Champa Flower)
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Every product is hand-poured by the Monastery team in their lab and headquarters in San Francisco. The fact that their products are made in-house gives us confidence that they are putting out the best possible product and that no product is going to waste sitting on a shelf getting expired. A skincare brand manufacturing and formulating their own products is rare in this industry and something they pride themselves on. Each product is a true expression of their love and appreciation for the ingredients and their natural healing properties.
They also work directly with the farmers who grow and process the source ingredients.
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Their packaging reflects the same level of care, using primarily glass, metal, and paper components that are widely recyclable and lower impact than traditional plastic. These materials not only reduce waste but can often be reused, supporting a more circular and conscious approach to skincare.