Bercēker, the luxury skincare line under Hareem Istanbul, sits at the intersection of heritage and innovation. Rooted in myth and grounded in modern science, the brand transforms ancient legend into daily ritual, a new lexicon of strength, simplicity, and light.

At its core lies a simple question: what if your skin was already enough? Not in the aspirational language of self-love, but in the way the legendary Norse Berserkers walked into battle wearing nothing but themselves, no armour, no disguise, only innate strength.

This image stayed with Rabia Usoro, MD and CEO of Bercēker. She says,

“We live in a world that teaches us our skin needs fixing. But what if skincare wasn’t about transformation? What if it was about fortification about making what’s already strong, stronger?”

A Philosophy Rooted in Strength, Not Reinvention

Bercēker was created with the belief that the skin is already a system of defence and renewal. Each product, the Body Wash, the Lotion, and the Mochi Toner, is designed to support what the skin already knows how to do. Skincare becomes a quiet partnership: science in service of strength, ritual in service of truth.

In Nigeria, beauty has always carried memory: tribal marks that map lineage, shea butter smoothed into children’s skin by their grandmothers. Bercēker exists within that continuum, honouring African skin not as something to correct, but as something to understand.

“Our formulations don’t strip away to rebuild; they work with what’s already there,” Usoro notes.

Three Products. One Philosophy: Support, Don’t Suppress

Body Lotion — The Rebuilder: Powered by Ceramide NP, Vitamin C, Alpha Arbutin and glycerin, this formula rebuilds the skin’s barrier, strengthens tone, and locks in structural hydration.

Body Wash — The Protector: Niacinamide, Ceramide NP, Vitamin C, and Alpha Arbutin cleanse without stripping, leaving the skin balanced and composed.

Mochi Toner — The Anchor: A Hyaluronic Acid Complex, Centella Asiatica, and Ceramide NP deliver layered hydration and calm, strengthening the skin’s natural integrity.

Clean Beauty Without Compromise

Every ingredient in Bercēker’s formulations serves a purpose. What remains is science that respects melanin, textures that feel like care, and products suitable for all skin types and tones.

Absent by design: parabens, sulphates, mineral oils, synthetic dyes, and harsh alcohols.

Experience Bercēker in Lagos

Bercēker will make its official Lagos debut at “1000 Faces of Radiance”, a launch event in collaboration with House of Tara. The experience blends Nordic and African artistry and introduces guests to Bercēker’s three-step ritual as a modern ceremony of restoration.

The collection is available across Nigeria in flagship boutiques, select premium retailers, and online at hareemistanbul.com.

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