A good sunscreen is hard to find. A good, chemical-free sunscreen? Nearly impossible. Not only is Drunk Elephant Umbra Sheer Physical Defense SPF 30, $38, both good and chemical-free, it's also infused with marula oil for added antioxidant defense and hydration. It's extremely gentle, fragrance-free and the packaging was made for Instagram.
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A Cuticle Oil for Weak, Peeling Nails
Why use a basic cuticle oil when you can use nourishing Ciaté London Marula Cuticle Oil, $19? It moisturizes and repairs brittle, cracked nails and strengthens nails over time -- no more peeling. Plus, it has a pretty rose scent and a flower petal floating in the bottle -- just for added prettiness.
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Shimmer Oil for Glowy Skin (and Hair)
African Botanics Marula Shimmering Gold Oil, $85, is so much more than a body oil. It's a blend of marula, maringa, baobab and kalahari melon seed oils -- all of which come from harsh climates in Africa and are known for their moisturizing and skin-tightening benefits. It's scented with gardenia, neroli and vanilla -- so there's no need for perfume. The highlight (pun intended), of course, is the shimmer, which is one part copper and one part mother of pearl with a sheer quality that makes it work on any skin tone. Oh, and you can even use it in your hair.
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Shampoo and Conditioner That Hydrate All Day
In hair care products, marula hydrates, softens, and smooths strands. Paul Mitchell Rare Oil Replenishing Shampoo and Conditioner, $25 each, goes one step further to offer protection between washes. Because of the way the oil is encapsulated within the formulas, it sits on the surface of your hair and breaks open whenever you brush or style. It's perfect for the woman who likes to go a couple days (or five) between washing, and wants to know that her hair is being protected in the interim.
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Tinted Berry Lip Treatment
Between its silky feel and quick absorption, marula is a natural fit for lip products. The Body Shop Born Lippy Stick Strawberry, $7, however, takes it to another level by using the nourishing ingredient in a product that tastes delicious (like strawberries) and also has a hint of color. Plus, The Body Shop sources its marula from a women's cooperative program in Namibia through a fair trade program -- so you can feel even better about enjoying this ingredient.
