Our Story
Our Story
Born from the Amazon.
Built on Science.
OroDerma® exists at the intersection of Amazonian botanical intelligence and modern dermocosmetic science.
Where Rare Botanicals Meet
the Science That Proves Them
OroDerma® is an international skincare brand inspired by the extraordinary biodiversity of the Amazon rainforest. Our mission is to develop high-performance skincare powered by carefully selected Amazonian botanical actives — formulated with a science-driven approach to skin health and beauty. We believe the future of skincare lies not in following trends, but in understanding how plant compounds interact with the skin and how they can be combined to deliver meaningful, measurable results.
What We Stand For
Three Uncompromising Commitments
01 — The Source
Rare Amazonian Botanicals
The Amazon contains over 40,000 plant species — the most concentrated repository of bioactive compounds on Earth. We work directly with this ethnobotanical heritage, selecting only the rarest, most efficacy-dense botanicals: Cacay, Buriti, Copaiba, Andiroba, Sacha Inchi, Açaí, and Guava Extract. Each chosen for measurable biological activity on skin, not marketing appeal.
02 — The Science
Formulation Synergy
Most skincare focuses on a single hero ingredient. OroDerma® focuses on synergy — how botanical actives, skin-supporting nutrients, and modern cosmetic ingredients work together within a complete formulation system. Our formulas are developed with botanical specialists and plant science professionals, and evaluated at the genomic level for cellular-scale efficacy.
03 — The Purpose
Conservation Through Commerce
The Amazon is not just our inspiration — it is a living system we are committed to protecting. OroDerma® is aligned with Amazon conservation efforts and supports the Amazon Conservation Association, working toward the long-term protection of rainforest ecosystems, biodiversity, and the scientific discoveries still within them. Sustainability is not a marketing position. It is an ongoing responsibility.
Our Mission
“We are inspired by the rainforest. We are guided by science. We are committed to preservation through action.”
Through our parent company ETHNOMEDICA, INC., we integrate ethnobotanical insight, plant biology, and modern formulation science to explore how natural compounds can be responsibly applied in advanced skincare systems. Our work is guided by plant biologists, formulation experts, and scientific collaborators who study the behavior and synergy of botanical actives. Every formula is developed with intention — balancing Amazonian botanicals with modern cosmetic actives to support the appearance of healthier, more radiant skin.
Scientific Advisory Board
Dr. Prakash Venglat, PhD
Plant Biologist & Scientific Advisor
Dr. Prakash Venglat is a Plant Biologist and Science Communicator with over 30 years of research experience in plant developmental genetics, genomics, and plant physiology. His work focuses on understanding plant systems, gene-environment interactions, and the biological mechanisms that guide plant development and adaptation.
As Scientific Advisor to OroDerma®, Dr. Venglat provides guidance on botanical ingredient selection and formulation review — offering scientific insight into plant-based compounds and their interactions within complex cosmetic systems. His role bridges advanced plant biology with applied botanical innovation, contributing to OroDerma®’s phytocentric formulation philosophy.