Maskwiomin

French Lavender isn't simply “another lavender cream.”

We especially like it for the neck and décolleté — areas that are often included in facial skincare only as an afterthought.

The skin here deserves its own daily routine too.

In the morning, cleanse gently and apply a small amount of French Lavender Birch Bark Cream to the neck and upper chest.

That simple idea became the foundation of our Neck & Décolleté Ritual.

Your skincare doesn't have to stop at your jawline. 💜

🧡 Today, we honour the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

At Maskwiomin, we pause to reflect on the truths of residential schools, the resilience of Survivors, and the strength carried forward by Indigenous communities.

This day serves as a reminder to listen, learn, and walk together toward reconciliation with humility, respect, and a commitment to unity.

We wear orange to honour Survivors and the children who never made it home 🧡

Cooler weather. Indoor heating. More hand washing.

Fall can change what dry skin needs. 🍂

But your routine doesn’t need to become complicated.

Step 1: Cleanse with a Maskwiomin Birch Bark Bar.
Step 2: Pat skin dry rather than rubbing.
Step 3: Apply a small amount of Birch Bark Cream while your skin still feels comfortable and soft.

Soap + cream.

Two simple steps that are easy enough to become an everyday habit.

Why might one jar of Maskwiomin smell a little different from another?

Because natural materials don’t come from a factory smelling exactly the same every time. 🌿

Our birch bark extract has its own distinctive smoky character. Natural ingredients and essential oils can also show small variations from batch to batch.

So a fresh jar may smell somewhat stronger, softer or simply a little different from the one you remember.

That doesn’t necessarily mean the recipe changed.

It’s one of the differences between working with naturally derived materials and creating a product designed to smell identical every single time.

Sometimes the best way to discover Maskwiomin is not online at all.

Maskwiomin can now be found in selected shops, museums, galleries, pharmacies and specialty retailers across Canada. 🌿

These independent retail partners have helped a small Cape Breton skincare company reach customers far beyond Nova Scotia.

If you prefer seeing products in person, finding a favourite scent, or choosing a gift before buying, visit our Retailer Locations page to see where Maskwiomin is available.

And when you buy Maskwiomin from one of our retail partners, you’re supporting two Canadian businesses at once. 💛

Some soaps are about the moment.

Our Relax Birch Bark Bar combines Maskwiomin's birch bark extract with Blood Orange, Bergamot and Patchouli essential oils.

Bright citrus at first. Earthy underneath.

One to keep for the end of a long day.

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Before Maskwiomin was a skincare brand, there was a story being remembered.

More than 25 years ago, Maskwiomin co-founder, Mi'kmaw Knowledge Holder and ethnobotanist Tuma Young began piecing together stories of a traditional birch bark preparation.

That knowledge became part of the foundation from which Maskwiomin eventually grew.

Our products may be made today, but their story reaches much further back.

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What our customer Robyn R. is saying about Birch Bark Intensive Care Trio 💛

★★★★★ These products are awesome ! Robyn R.: These products are awesome ! I have very dry skin and get breakouts and this works perfectly . Plus the shampoo lasts longer and I haven't needed a conditioner yet ! All natural and works amazing !

What our customer Robyn R. is saying about Maskwiomin 💛

★★★★★ Fantastic products and great customer Robyn R.: Fantastic products and great customer service !