Catrice in Morocco: the German make-up that rivals the big brands

Catrice, essence's premium big sister

Catrice belongs to the same German group as essence (cosnova), but aims a notch higher: more sophisticated textures, elegant packaging and formulas that measure up to luxury brands — at a fraction of the price. In Germany it is the brand for make-up enthusiasts who want a high-end result without the budget.

The products that built its reputation

• HD Liquid Coverage foundation: high coverage with a natural finish, regularly compared to far more expensive references.
• Liquid concealers: high coverage, wide shade ranges.
• Powders and bronzers: silky finishes, healthy-glow effect.
• Eyeshadow palettes: dense pigmentation, carefully built colour harmonies.
• Mascaras and liners: precision and intensity.
• Lips: comfortable matte lipsticks and non-sticky glosses.

Browse the Make-up aisle to see what is in stock.

Why it gets compared to professional brands

Catrice's strength comes from its German product culture: frequent reformulations, carefully studied textures, strict compliance with European cosmetic regulations. Many of its launches pick up high-end brand trends a few months later, in an accessible version.

essence or Catrice: which should you choose?

• essence: fun, trend-led, very low prices — perfect for experimenting.
• Catrice: more sophisticated finishes, a more technical complexion offer — perfect for a polished everyday look.

The two complement each other very well in the same make-up bag (see our complete make-up bag guide).

Frequently asked questions

Is Catrice cruelty-free? Like every cosmetic brand sold in the European Union, Catrice complies with the EU ban on animal testing for cosmetics.

Do the shades suit North African skin tones? Catrice complexion ranges have widened considerably in recent years and cover a broad spread of skin tones — check the exact shade on the product page.

How do I order in Morocco? Delivery starts at 19 DH depending on your city (free from 500 DH), takes around 15 days, with cash on delivery and returns possible within 7 days.