Allopathic medicine has skin patches for so many conditions, so there is no arguing that want we put on our skin enters our bloodstream. On average we are exposed to an average of almost 200 chemicals per day just through personal care products. That’s easy to forget when bombarded with endless content about how to brighten this, tighten that, or smooth…well, everything. At TOMA, we believe that healthy, glowing skin is achievable at every age and stage of life, and it doesn’t require a cabinet full of products with ingredient lists so long they should count toward your annual reading goals.
Instead, we set out to find all-natural ingredients that not only soothe skin concerns like acne and dryness but also continually empower your body to do what it’s biologically programmed to do: heal and repair itself. After working with global experts in essential oils and product formulation, we developed a completely clean line of skincare solutions that is simple to use and reliably effective. No artificial ingredients, added chemicals, or overstuffed medicine cabinets necessary.
TOMA began as all the best ideas do — over a glass of wine shared between two girl friends. Nearly two decades ago, founders Tori Paide (TO) and Marla Peoples (MA), met while getting their Masters in acupuncture. As Tori and Marla navigated pregnancy and motherhood together, they realized that skincare products marketed as “all natural” actually contained hormone disruptors and harmful toxins. Through transitioning into the wellness industry after becoming licensed professionals and later teaming up to open wellness spas, the women shared a frustration over having to cherry-pick products from various skincare brands for thousands of clients because no existing line offered a full slate of clean options.
Together, Tori and Marla consulted with an organic skincare lab in the United States to produce a collection of cleansers, moisturizers, facial oils, and serums that is 100% natural and cruelty free. When providing services in their spa, guiding their teenagers through the challenges of adolescent skincare, or taking time to pamper themselves, Tori and Marla rely on the trusted organic ingredients that set TOMA products apart.
We’ve been in this business long enough to see countless skincare trends come and go, but we know one thing for certain: clean never goes out of style. We keep it real with no greenwashing, meaning what you see on all TOMA labels is an exact, authentic representation of what you’ll get. The practice of advertising a product as all natural when it really contains added chemicals or fragrances is all too common, and we passionately reject that approach. Armed with the knowledge that the beauty and skincare industries are not bound by any FDA regulations, we won’t tiptoe around telling what’s actually in our recipes, and we stick to the organic options that work.
Every item listed on our products is harvested from the environment in small batches to bring your skin to its healthiest state. We take comfort and pride in knowing our ingredients aren’t overly complicated, and our packaging is also sourced for sustainability and reuse. While you’re likely to recognize a lot of the plants, seeds, and fruits we use, you won’t find any parabens, synthetic fragrances, or GMOs. Either working individually or in harmony as part of a layered routine, TOMA products are safe for all skin types.
Why TOMA?
Your skin is your body’s outermost armor, but it also acts as a sponge. The things you put on your skin — and the chemicals those products carry — are absorbed into your body. You may not immediately notice an effect, but years of using cleansers or applying moisturizers that include harmful chemicals can take a toll. That’s why the driving force behind each TOMA product is its clean, adaptogenic ingredients. These plant substances work to balance your skin’s biome, and because they respond differently to various conditions, they are effective for multiple concerns. Skincare shouldn’t be a source of stress. TOMA products simplify your routine and give you your best skin, healing it from within.