The Terre de Mars House

Our story

Poulad's Grandmother

Terre de Mars was born from a childhood memory. Poulad, one of our three founders, grew up watching his grandmother cover her face with coffee grounds, like a beauty ritual from a distant land.

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For as long as I can remember, I've always seen my grandmother covering herself in coffee grounds. As a small child, I would watch her come out of the bathroom with that dirt on her face. She looked like she'd come from another planet. Martian soil.

Poulad, co-founder

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From this memory, a simple conviction was born

Caffeine is one of the natural ingredients richest in antioxidants, and yet it is absent from everyday skincare.

We've made it the foundation of a French brand that's organic and designed to last.

Transparency

Our mission.

In a cosmetics industry that often lacks transparency, we have chosen a different approach : streamlined formulas, ingredients we understand, and commitments you can verify. Nothing unnecessary, no marketing promises without evidence to back them up.

Every Terre de Mars product is developed to meet a specific need, clinically tested, and packaged in a system designed not to end up in the bin after just one use.

Three founders, one shared standard

  • Alexandre Gattegno

    The ingredients

    Alexandre founded and ran the renowned Parisian ready-to-wear brand Antoine & Lili for over 20 years. At Terre de Mars, he travels the world in search of the finest ingredients, selected for their benefits.

  • Poulad Djamali

    Certifications & quality

    Born in Iran, Poulad grew up in France and gained over 10 years of international consulting experience. At Terre de Mars, he oversees certifications and quality : nothing goes out without his approval.

  • Salem Ghezaili

    The formulas

    Salem has founded and led several successful technology companies. He is our apothecary: working with our laboratories, he develops the formulas for each product.

Coffee and its allies

Our plans

Our concentrated formulas combine coffee with other active ingredients selected for their effectiveness : caffeine, natural antioxidants, turmeric, aloe vera, and organic plant oils and butters. We strive to balance proven effectiveness with genuinely natural ingredients, without sacrificing either.

All our products are created, developed and packaged in France.

Our ingredients

Independent laboratories

Clinically proven efficacy

Our promises go beyond marketing : every signature formula undergoes independent laboratory testing before reaching our shelves. Corneometry testing, studies on sensitive skin and scalps, compliance with Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 and the Declaration of Helsinki : this is how we back up our claims.

100 %

users find that our Irrévérence Nourishing Shampoo soothes their scalp.

Eurolab Testing and Research study, 21 volunteers with sensitive scalps, 28 days of use, report M-26-014039.

95 %

users of our Elégance Body Cleansing Gel feel their skin is comfortable, with no tightness.

Eurolab Testing and Research study, 22 volunteers, 28 days of application, report M-26-014041.

+36,4 %

hydration measured 3 hours after applying our Reddition Body Cleansing Gel.

SGS IDEA clinical corneometry study, 12 volunteers with dry skin, reference ID-26/02089, April 2026.

Our certifications

Our commitments are more than just words : they are verified year after year by independent organizations.

  • · COSMOS ORGANIC

    Awarded COSMOS ORGANIC certification (Ecocert Greenlife). Our certified organic formulas guarantee at least 95% naturally derived ingredients, with no GMOs, parabens, silicones or synthetic fragrances.

  • · Cosmébio Charter

    Commitment to the Cosmébio charter. A pledge to use natural ingredients free from petrochemicals and eco-friendly packaging.

  • · PETA Cruelty Free & Vegan

    None of our products are tested on animals, and none of our formulas contain animal-derived ingredients.

Sustainable commitment

A rechargeable system built to last

Our glass and rPET bottles are designed to be kept and refilled. Our eco-refills and professional 5L sizes significantly reduce the use of disposable packaging without compromising formula performance.

We also help hotels, spas and restaurants, including the five-star Maison Breguet hotel in Paris, switch to refillable cosmetics, replacing miniature plastic bottles with a sustainable system.

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From Paris to Seoul

They trust us.

Our treatments are offered in exceptional settings.

  • Maison Breguet, Paris Maison Breguet, Paris
  • Lancaster Hotel, Paris Lancaster Hotel, Paris
  • The New Guard The New Guard
  • La Montgolfière, Paris La Montgolfière, Paris
Our locations

Where to meet Terre de Mars

From Paris to Seoul, our skincare products have found a home in places that share the same high standards: natural, thoughtfully formulated products with minimalist design.

  1. I

    Department stores and boutiques

     Le Bon Marché in Paris, Saks Fifth Avenue in New York, Lane Crawford and Joyce Beauty in Hong Kong, Lotte in Seoul, Liverpool in Mexico City, Wolf & Badger in London, as well as a selection of concept stores in Paris, Brussels, Geneva and Stuttgart.
  2. II

    Hotels and spas

     From tucked-away guesthouses to five-star hotels : Maison Breguet and Hôtel Lancaster in Paris, Ritz-Carlton in St. Moritz, Flemings Mayfair in London, Georges Blanc Parc & Spa in Vonnas. Our refillable bottles replace disposable miniatures at these properties.
  3. III

    Gyms

     From locker rooms to showers, our care products are trusted by the most discerning fitness clubs : Barry's Bootcamp, La Montgolfière and Temple Noble Art in Paris, Holmes Place in Geneva, and Trib3 in Dublin.
  4. IV

    Restaurants

     Our hand care products are used in restaurants such as Daroco in Paris and London, La Nouvelle Garde, and Le Logis de la Cadène in Saint-Émilion.
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Terre de Mars an organic cosmetics brand ?

Yes. Our formulas are certified COSMOS ORGANIC by Ecocert Greenlife and comply with the Cosmébio charter, with at least 95% naturally derived ingredients.

Where are Terre de Mars products made ?

All our products are designed, developed, and manufactured in France.

Are Terre de Mars products vegan and cruelty-free ?

Yes, our products are certified Cruelty Free & Vegan by PETA.