“Aker Fassi” is a blend of poppy seed powder and pomegranate peel; it is commonly known in Morocco as “Dam Al Ghazal” or “Gazelle’s Blood.” It owes this name to its vermilion red hue, a vibrant matte red, very captivating.

Made from poppy flower petals and bright red pomegranate peels, the recipe for Aker el Fassi is ancient and well-guarded. Indeed, Aker originates from the beauty rituals and refinement of Berber women since ancient times. The poppy petals and pomegranate peels are delicately dried in the shade in a well-ventilated and sunny place, limiting the time to avoid darkening of the petals and loss of their natural pigments. Once dried, they are meticulously pounded by hand until they form finely shimmering flakes.