About me

"Botanical beauty, made by hand and heart."

I create organic, vegan, cruelty‑free skincare and scent that feel spa‑calm and earth‑kind, pairing craft with conscience so everyday rituals become a little more restorative.

📖 Who I Am

I’m Darlene Dean—most people call me Dar—and I run Prettykarma in the UK, as a shared family venture with my beautiful daughter Rio, a collaboration bringing a shared love of nature‑led design and soothing self‑care moments.


💼 What I Do

Prettykarma is my home for handmade fragrance and skincare: perfumes, soaps, bath teas, balms, serums, diffusers, candles and lip care. Everything we make is organic, vegan, and cruelty‑free, shaped by a natural, botanical, spa‑inspired aesthetic. You’ll often see collections introduced as “Prettykarma Presents,” and I love composing scents inspired by beloved classics—recognisable notes, reimagined the Prettykarma way. Many pieces are proudly labelled “Made in Ascot,” reflecting the brand’s UK roots.


⚙️ How I Work

I am hands‑on from concept to label. I favour clean, nature‑centric messaging and calm, tactile presentation so the experience feels considered from the first glance to the last lingering note. Collaboration matters to me; working with my business partner and daughter Rio keeps the craft playful and grounded while staying true to Prettykarma’s gentle ethos.


🌍 What Drives Me

Kindness is non‑negotiable—towards skin, animals, and the planet. I’m drawn to botanicals, uncomplicated formulas, and choices that reduce harm without sacrificing pleasure. I believe self‑care should feel nurturing and accessible, with products that invite you to slow down and breathe.


🎨 My Style

Nature does the talking. I lean into plant‑led palettes, soft spa cues, and clear, friendly copy that feels warm rather than shouty. My scent stories are grounded in familiarity with a light twist—comfort first, then curiosity.


📬 Find Me

Explore more at prettykarma.co.uk or email dar@prettykarma.co.uk. I’m UK‑based, with roots in Windsor and Ascot through Prettykarma’s making and presence.

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