Haeckels was founded in 2012 by volunteer beach warden and coastal enthusiast Dom Bridges. Disillusioned by the production ethos of many larger skin care companies Dom wanted to create simple hand crafted products that showcased the surrounding coasts natural ingredients in the hope that the products themselves would then promote Margates heritage of healthy coastal living. When Haeckels was just starting out Dom would collect seaweed and local botanicals along the Margate coast and bring them bring back to his family kitchen to experiment. Dom’s wife Jo soon said it was time to get a proper Lab and turn a passion into a business as every saucepan in the kitchen was starting to smell like a skin care product. Taking his wife’s advice he acquired the Lab on Cliff Terrace in 2013 where more product formulas were developed to complete the range. The company has now grown; taking on members of staff whilst still playing an active part in the local community by organizing beach cleans and taking part in marine conservation surveys. As Haeckels develops over the coming years the heart of the company will always remain the same as it concentrates on craft first in the hope that the products themselves will remind and educate customers of the natural wealth of Margates coastline.

Tried and tested:

This Marine facial cleanser gently yet deeply cleanses removing oil, dirt, makeup and impurities while soothing and replenishing the skin with a delightful clean scent.

A low-foaming facial cleanser for sensitive + normal skin.
This bladderwrack and parsley seed, botanically rich formula, offers exceptional cleansing without disturbing or removing the skins natural tonal balance. Sea buckthorn soothes damaged patches and provides nutrients ready for healing and replenishing making this cleanser ideal for overall skin health and an improved complexion.

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The Salicylic exfoliating powder is made from ground seaweed and crushed Willow bark “a natural form of Salicylic”.
In your hands mix about half a teaspoon of the exfoliating powder with the Marine facial cleansing gel and gently in circular motion massage over face and neck for smooth, vibrant and clear skin use twice weekly.

A ground mix of natural salicylic acid to clear away dead skin.
Haeckels Seaweed and salicylic powder exfoliant. When mixed with our Marine Facial Cleanser, this powder of ground dried seaweed and crushed willow bark a natural form of salicylic acid effectively removes tired surface cells revealing cleansed and polished skin beneath. By removing dead skin cells, vitamins and minerals can penetrate deeper and faster into the layers of the skin.

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This Algae plump +B3 is a natural Hyaluronic acid, it took Haeckels natural skincare 3 years to develop this amazing serum.
The natural formulation features marine derived water molecules which attract and hold 3 times more effectively than Hyaluronic solutions on their own.
Apply on cleansed skin, let your skin fully absorb and follow up with moisturizer.
It deeply hydrates, reduces wrinkles and leaves the skin glowing, smooth and happy.

Our lightweight alternative to traditional Hyaluronic Acid.
This natural formulation features marine-derived water molecules which attract and hold moisture 3 times more effectively than Hyaluronic solutions on their own.
It’s a perfect daily hydrator to be in used in conjunction with our Eco Marine cream to visibly hydrate the skin, reduce wrinkles and smooth out the skin’s texture.

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The Kelp Bioferment is super rich in Fucoidan, Carrageenan and Algin as well as minerals such as Iodine, Copper and Magnesium.
Apply a few drops to cleansed face day and evening before applying moisturizer.
This gel firms and smooths the skin with a cooling sensation, it can also be used on the scalp after shampooing and conditioning.

Kelp-derived Nutrient & Hydration support for your skin and scalp. Also a fantastic matt finish moisturiser with the consistency of a gel.

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