Our Story

Rooted in the rich soil of Texas, M. Carya formulates pecan oil skincare that tells a story—of our ingredients, of our skin, and most importantly, of you. Each product is produced in small batches using cold-pressed pecan oil from San Saba, Texas, thoughtfully chosen botanicals, and time-honored ingredients like tallow, cocoa butter, and exquisite natural waxes.

Founded and formulated by Maria Acosta in Texas, we create gentle, effective skincare designed to support the skin barrier and care for dry, delicate, and maturing skin.

We believe skincare should feel like a gift—restorative, elegant, and deeply personal. The name M. Carya is a tribute to the women we serve: mothers, mentors, matriarchs. Each balm, butter, and cleanser is crafted with the hope that you’ll feel more at home in your skin than you ever thought possible.

This is more than skincare. It’s heritage, care, and craftsmanship—formulated for you.

Our Certifications & Affiliations

M. Carya is proud to be Leaping Bunny Certified. Every ingredient supplier and finished product is independently verified to meet the Leaping Bunny standard, ensuring our products are never tested on animals.

M. Carya is also a proud GO TEXAN Partner, supporting Texas agriculture and products made close to home.

Our commitment to thoughtful sourcing was recently featured in Pecan South Magazine, highlighting M. Carya's partnership with a multigenerational Texas pecan-growing family in San Saba.

Founder and formulator Maria Acosta is a Formula Botanica–trained cosmetic formulator, with M. Carya recognized among beauty brands founded by its graduates.

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