THE INTERVIEW - THE FAMOUS CREATOR OF MARA’S SEAWEED-INFUSED NATURAL SKINCARE ANSWERED OUR QUESTIONS
WHAT WAS YOUR MOTIVATION FOR LAUNCHING MARA?
I had always wanted to have my own skincare line, and during a break in my career as a TV host, I decided to launch the MARA concept. I’m so glad I did!
WHAT IS YOUR SKIN TYPE?
Dry.
WHAT IS YOUR DAILY ROUTINE? WEEKLY?
I believe in simple routines. I usually do not use more than 4 products in one routine. In the morning, I generally just splash my face with water, then apply my Sea Vitamin C Serum followed by my Universal Face Oil, and then an SPF. In the evening, I cleanse my face with the Algae + Enzyme Cleansing Oil, then use either an acid active or my Retinol Night Face Oil. I then follow with the Universal Face Oil or a moisturizer. Once or twice a week, I let my skin breathe: I cleanse and then use only the Universal Face Oil.
WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE SKINCARE INGREDIENTS?
Retinol and vitamin C. Their results are amazing, and I love the way they are also hydrating while being extremely effective.
WHAT IS THE BIGGEST BEAUTY MISTAKE?
Using too many products, wearing too much makeup, and layering active ingredients.
WHAT DO YOU DO IF YOU GET A PIMPLE?
Apply the Retinol Night Face Oil; it clears blemishes overnight.
ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT ANTI-AGING?
Of course! But I also try to accept it. I’ve been using retinol for a very long time, so my skin is quite healthy and youthful for my age.
DO YOU USE MASSAGE TOOLS?
Yes, I do! I love Gua Sha tools, and I also like dermarolling, LED Light Therapy, and microcurrent.
YOUR MAKEUP FOR DAYTIME OR EVENING?
To be honest, I don’t wear makeup! But if I were going out in the evening, I would do my lips, add a touch of concealer, and a little Universal Face Oil for glow.
A MAKEUP TIP?
Wear as little makeup as possible!
WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE MARA PRODUCTS?
The Retinol Night Face Oil is, in my opinion, our most transformative product. I couldn’t live without it! But I truly love all the products equally.
DO YOU HAVE A PARTICULAR BEAUTY TIP?
Read the packaging of your beauty products. There is so much interesting information that is often overlooked or thrown away! Make sure to discard your products regularly. Most natural products have a shelf life of 6 to 12 months.
DO YOU HAVE A HOMEMADE BEAUTY RECIPE?
I love using sugar and olive oil to exfoliate my lips when they are super dry.
DO YOU HAVE A SPECIAL BEAUTY RECIPE (LIKE A DETOX RECIPE)?
I’m a fan of intermittent fasting, so I try to eat only during an 8-hour window each day.
WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE BEAUTY FOODS?
Green vegetables, avocado, salmon, anything unprocessed and rich in fatty acids. I start every day with a glass of room-temperature lemon water.
WHAT DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS DO YOU TAKE?
I take magnesium / calcium / vitamin D and a multivitamin.
DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE FOR BUSY WOMEN WHO STILL WANT TO LOOK BEAUTIFUL?
Focus on your skincare morning and night, and then you won’t have to worry!
WHAT DO YOU ALWAYS HAVE IN YOUR BAG?
Wallet, my two phones, silk hair scrunchies, lip balm, keys...
WHAT IS THE FUTURE OF MARA? WHAT IS YOUR NEXT PRODUCT?
I am very meticulous and precise about the skincare products we launch. At some point, I would love to explore body care and hair care!