Terms of service

Terms of Service

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1. Introduction Welcome to Exotic Matter • Niche Creators ("EMNC", "we", "us", or "our"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website exoticmatterhq.com (the "Site") and any purchases made through our online store.

By accessing or using our Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our Site.

2. Who We Are Exotic Matter • Niche Creators is a creative studio founded and led by Dr. Fania Bajot.
  • Trading Name: ExoticMatterHQ
  • Legal Entity: O Sable France LTD
  • Company Registration Number: 9188659
  • Registered Address: Enterprise House, Ocean Way, Southampton, SO14 3XB, United Kingdom
  • Contact: hello@exoticmatterhq.com

3. Our Creative Universe EMNC is home to multiple original brands, each with its own identity:
  • Ô SABLÉ: Science-backed skincare rooted in Guadeloupean heritage
  • Fania B: Art-infused fashion, jewellery, and textiles
  • Barbe de Rue: Masculine grooming essentials
  • EMNC: The Portfolio: A printed archive of our creative universe, including a Discovery Set of personal care samples

All creations are conceived, developed, and produced by Dr. Fania Bajot.

4. Eligibility You must be at least 18 years old, or the age of majority in your jurisdiction, to purchase from our Site. By placing an order, you represent that you meet this requirement.

5. Orders & Acceptance
  • All orders are subject to availability and acceptance.
  • We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order for reasons including: product unavailability, errors in pricing or description, or suspected fraud.
  • Upon placing an order, you will receive an order confirmation email. This is not an acceptance; your order is accepted only when we dispatch the items and send a shipping confirmation.

6. Pricing & Payment
  • Prices are displayed in GBP (£) and include UK VAT where applicable.
  • For international orders, VAT may be removed at checkout; local duties and taxes are the recipient's responsibility.
  • We accept major credit/debit cards and other payment methods as shown at checkout.
  • Payment is processed securely via Shopify Payments or other authorised gateways. We do not store your full card details.

7. Product Information
  • We strive to represent our products accurately through photography and description. However, colours may vary slightly due to screen settings, and handmade items may have minor variations—these are part of their character, not defects.
  • Descriptions of scents, textures, and effects are based on our artistic and scientific expertise but are inherently subjective.

8. Unique Pieces, Originals & Hygiene-Sensitive Items
  • Unique Pieces (one-of-a-kind objects, textiles, jewellery) and Originals (fine art paintings) are singular creations. Once sold, they cannot be reproduced or restocked.
  • Hygiene-Sensitive Items (perfumes, skincare, body care, EMNC: The Portfolio Discovery Set) are non-returnable once the seal or packaging is opened.
  • These categories are final sale unless damaged upon arrival or defective. See our Refund Policy for details.

9. EMNC: The Portfolio — Sealed Integrity Each Portfolio set is closed by hand with an artisanal wax seal, ribbon, and paper wrapping—a tamper-evident closure.
  • Once the wax seal is broken or wrapping removed, the set is considered opened and is non-returnable due to hygiene regulations.
  • If your set arrives with visible external damage (crushed box, torn paper, or broken wax seal upon delivery), please follow the protocol in our Refund Policy.

10. Shipping & Delivery
  • Processing times and shipping methods are detailed in our Shipping Policy.
  • Risk of loss passes to you upon delivery to the carrier. We are not responsible for delays caused by customs, carrier issues, or force majeure events.
  • Please ensure your shipping address is accurate. We are not liable for orders delivered to an incorrect address provided by you.

11. Intellectual Property
  • All content on this Site—including text, images, logos, brand names, product designs, formulations, artwork, and editorial content—is the intellectual property of Dr. Fania Bajot / O Sable France LTD or used with permission.
  • You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content without our express written consent.
  • Purchasing a product does not transfer intellectual property rights. You are purchasing the physical item for personal use only.
12. Account Responsibilities If you create an account on our Site:
  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials.
  • You agree to provide accurate, current information and to update it as needed.
  • You are responsible for all activities under your account. Notify us immediately of any unauthorised use.

13. Limitation of Liability To the fullest extent permitted by UK law:
  • We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of our Site or products.
  • Our total liability for any claim related to your order shall not exceed the amount you paid for the product in question.
  • Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability for death or personal injury resulting from our negligence, fraud, or fraudulent misrepresentation, or any other liability that cannot be excluded under applicable law.

14. Indemnification You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Exotic Matter • Niche Creators, Dr. Fania Bajot, and O Sable France LTD from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your breach of these Terms or your use of the Site.

15. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
  • These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales.
  • Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
  • We encourage you to contact us first at hello@exoticmatterhq.com to resolve any issues amicably.

16. Changes to These Terms We may update these Terms from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

17. Severability If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

18. Entire Agreement These Terms, together with our Refund Policy, Shipping Policy, Privacy Policy, and Contact Information, constitute the entire agreement between you and EMNC regarding the use of our Site and purchases.

19. Contact Us For questions about these Terms or any other matter, please contact:
hello@exoticmatterhq.com
Enterprise House, Ocean Way
Southampton, SO14 3XB
United Kingdom