At pore & root, we believe you deserve the wisdom of ancient traditions and the precision of modern science. We treat the body as a living ecosystem, looking into the pore and the root for clinical solutions, and turning to timeless botanical ingredients from daily rituals around the world.
OUR STORY: LAB MEETS LAND
Pore & root grew from a personal search for effective solutions to sudden-onset keratosis pilaris (KP).
Seeking answers beyond standard formulas, Anja (founder & Chemical Engineer) partnered with two co-founders: a medical doctor and a PhD chemist. Together, this diverse team evaluates timeless heritage ingredients—like Japanese Persimmon, North American Agave, and Mediterranean Eucalyptus—through a scientific lens.
By pairing these global botanicals with proven lab-born actives like AHAs, PHAs, niacinamide, and ceramides, we turn old secrets into new personal care breakthroughs. pore & root formulas are function-first—every product is intentionally built to target and resolve a specific, frustrating issue. We deliver targeted care for real conditions across your body, hair, and mouth, from KP and severe dryness to stubborn body odor and scalp imbalances.
"Wisdom comes from all corners of the world, and science has revealed what truly works for your body. We combine both in accessible products so as many people as possible can solve their everyday concerns with confidence." — Anja
Clean-to-the-core products
Doctor-Developed & Led
We believe the best personal care is backed by medicine. Every single pore & root product is developed in collaboration with the founding team—a medical doctor and a PhD chemist—ensuring your body receives the highest level of expert care.
Globally Sourced
The pore & root team goes the extra mile—literally. We travel the world to source the finest raw materials at their peak, drawing on the most effective care traditions from across the globe. We ensure every pore & root formula contains the most potent ingredients nature and science have to offer.
Scientifically Vetted
pore & root chemists and engineers work in harmony with the medical team to ensure every formula is as gentle as it is transformative.
Globally Conscious
pore & root products are manufactured responsibly and sustainably, reflecting a commitment to a beautiful planet and a beautiful you. While most pore & root products are proudly Made in the USA, absolutely all of them are made responsibly.
" pore & root was built on a simple promise: you shouldn’t have to choose between safe ingredients and real results. By treating the skin as a living ecosystem, we bring together the best of global botanical traditions and proven clinical science. We’re here to prove that clean, doctor-vetted skincare can be affordable, highly effective, and deeply respectful of both your body and the planet."
CEO & Chemical Engineer, pore & root
CLEAN PHILOSOPHY
We treat clean-to-the-core formulations as a technical challenge—replacing harsh chemicals with superior alternatives that work without the risk. Every pore & root product is vegan and cruelty-free. pore & root strictly adheres to European safety standards and goes further by banning over 250 additional ingredients. If we wouldn't use it on our own families, it doesn't go in pore & root products.