Ki’olal: Mayan Wisdom Meets Modern Skin Care Innovation

Ki’olal offers the Sacred Sol and Luna Ceremonias—ritual skin care sets designed to detox, reset, balance, nourish and protect the skin.Ki’olal"Ki’olal is an intentional skin care brand rooted in the ancient wisdom of the Mayans, powerful Mexican botanicals, and modern botanical science," says Jessica Treviño, the brand's founder and architect. "The brand was born from my personal skin healing journey, which began while living in China and navigating life overseas. As my skin fell out of balance, I turned to ancestral traditions for reconnection. Ki’olal was created to honor this wisdom through skin ceremonias—sensory rituals designed to heal and harmonize mind, soul, and skin."

Ki’olal will take part in NYSCC's Suppliers' Day 2025 Indie Pavilion (booth 2319), "dedicated to highlighting new to market indie beauty brands that have novel ingredients, formulations and unique concepts," according to the organization.

The event will also allow voting on participants as part of its People's Choice Award of Indie 360°.The award announcement will take place during a champagne toast on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. at the Indie Pavilion.

Here, Treviño tells us more about her brand, the challenges of indie beauty and much more.

Sacred Sol and Luna Ceremonias: Ritual Skin Care by Ki’olal

Treviño: Ki’olal offers the Sacred Sol and Luna Ceremonias—ritual skin care sets designed to detox, reset, balance, nourish and protect the skin. Each ceremonia includes a botanical cleanser, toner, day and night moisturizing serums, and a multi-defense face mist. These are paired with artisanal pure white copal incense and a handcrafted cactus leather carry case, blending tradition, luxury, and travel-ready functionality in one intentional experience.

Expanding Globally with Purpose

Treviño: [Our goal over the next 18 months is] to expand globally while staying deeply rooted in purpose—bringing our Skin Ceremonias to more people, partnering with like-minded retailers, and continuing to support indigenous communities through ethical collaboration.

The Most Important Entrepreneurial Lesson

Treviño: Resilience and alignment—when you lead with intention and stay true to your values, the right people and opportunities follow.

What it’s Like to Run an Indie Brand in 2025

Treviño: It’s exciting and demanding. The landscape is fast-paced, but there’s incredible power in authenticity. Consumers crave connection, and indie brands have the heart to deliver it.