THE INTERVIEW
The famous creator of Mara's seaweed-infused natural skincare products answered our questions.
WHAT WAS YOUR MOTIVATION FOR LAUNCHING MARA?
I always wanted to have my own skincare line and during a break from my TV presenting career, I decided to launch the MARA concept, I'm so glad I did!
WHAT IS YOUR SKIN TYPE?
Dried.
WHAT IS YOUR DAILY ROUTINE? WEEKLY ROUTINE?
I believe in simple routines. I generally don't use more than four products in a single routine. I usually just splash my face with water in the morning, then apply my Sea Vitamin C Serum followed by my Universal Face Oil , and then SPF. In the evening, I cleanse my face with the Algae and Enzyme Cleansing Oil , then use an acidic active ingredient 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 COSMETIC INGREDIENTS?
Retinol and vitamin C, their results are amazing and I love how they are also hydrating while being extremely effective.
WHAT IS THE BIGGEST BEAUTY FAILURE?
Using too many products, wearing too much makeup. Layering active ingredients.
WHAT DO YOU DO IF YOU HAVE A PIMPLE?
Apply the Retinol Night Face Oil ; it eliminates imperfections overnight.
ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT ANTIGE?
Of course! But I'm trying to accept it too. 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 use them! I like Gua Shas, I also like the dermaroller, LED light therapy and microcurrent .
YOUR MAKEUP FOR DAYTIME OR EVENING?
To be honest, I don't wear makeup! But if I were to go out one evening, I would do my lips, a touch of concealer and a little Universal Face Oil to add glow.
MAKE-UP ADVICE?
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 really love all the products equally.
DO YOU HAVE ANY SPECIAL BEAUTY TIP?
Read the packaging of your beauty products. There's so much interesting information that's often overlooked or thrown away! Make sure you 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're super dry.
DO YOU HAVE A SPECIAL BEAUTY RECIPE (LIKE A DETOX RECIPE)?
I am a proponent 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 each 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 WOMEN WHO ARE IN A RUSH BUT LOVE TO BE BEAUTIFUL?
Focus on your morning and evening skincare routine, and you won't have to worry anymore!
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 FUTURE PRODUCT?
I am very meticulous and precise about the treatments we launch, I would like to try my hand at body and hair care at some point!