Sharing my skincare routine for my sensitive oily skin using products from the Korean skincare brand Mary & May. The products mentioned in this post were gifted by Mary & May, but all opinions are my own!
Mary & May are a 100% vegan skincare brand, with a focus on sustainable packaging, safe, natural ingredients and fantastic actives.
Step 1: Mary & May Vegan Low pH Hyaluronic Gel Cleanser (Review)
This is a gentle gel cleanser to remove impurities while keeping skin hydrated and balanced.
Key Ingredients for Mary & May Vegan Low pH Hyaluronic Gel Cleanser
- 10,000ppm red grape extract – rich in antioxidants, boosts elasticity and boosts skin’s glow.
- 10 types of hyaluronic acid – hydrates and moisturises.
- Centella extract – to help regenerate skin and improve elasticity.
- Fig extract – improves skin texture, health and moisture of skin.
- Gardenia extract – helps prevent and improve problem skin and soothe sensitive skin
- Ceramide NP – prevents moisture from escaping and strengthens skin barrier for hydrated and healthy skin
How to Use Mary & May Vegan Low pH Hyaluronic Gel Cleanser
- In the morning, this can be used as a gentle cleanser to start the day and rebalance skin.
- In the evening, use it as the second step cleanser after an oil or balm cleanser, to gently cleanse while keeping skin hydrated.
- Squeeze a little into your hands and create a foam with a little water.
- Gently rub and massage your face to cleanse.
- Rinse with lukewarm water.
My Experience with Mary & May Vegan Low pH Hyaluronic Gel Cleanser
This is a gel to foam cleanser – it makes a lot of light bubbles to get a nice clean. I think it has a lovely natural scent to it too. After using it my skin feels soft and clear without being stripped of moisture. It provides a nice neutral base for my oily skin to receive the rest of the skincare routine.
Step 2: Mary & May Vegan Niacinamide + Chaenomeles Sinensis Serum (Review)
Serum to brighten skin, improve tone and regulate sebum production.
Key Ingredients for Mary & May Vegan Niacinamide + Chaenomeles Sinensis Serum
- 2% Niacinamide – brightens skin, regulates sebum production.
- 93% Chaenomeles sinensis extract (Chinese Quince) – rich in Vitamin C for smooth glowy skin.
My Experience with Mary & May Vegan Niacinamide + Chaenomeles Sinensis Serum
I love niacinamide serums, I find them so useful for making my skin look clearer, brighter and more even in tone. It helps to keep the oiliness of my skin under control too. My skin drinks this serum up, instantly brightening and smoothing it without any feeling of greasiness, stickiness or looking shiny.
Step 3: Mary & May Sensitive Soothing Gel Blemish Cream (Review)
Gel cream to moisturise oily and sensitive skin while soothing and smoothing.
Key Ingredients for Mary & May Sensitive Soothing Gel Blemish Cream
- 71.8% houttuynia cordata extract – anti-inflammatory, soothing, refines appearance of pores.
- 9.7% tea tree extract – soothes, heals, clears skin.
- 6 types hyaluronic acid – hydrates and moisturises.
My Experience with Mary & May Sensitive Soothing Gel Blemish Cream
The texture of this cream is perfect for my oily skin, it is a light gel texture that sinks in well without being shiny at all. I can use this in the morning with no issue. It is nicely hydrating, making my skin feel softer, smoother and firmer. The calming ingredients help to keep my skin’s redness under control.
Step 4: Mary & May Vegan Cica Soothing Sun Cream 50+ PA++++ (Review)
Moisturising and soothing sun cream with SPF 50+ PA++++ for UV protection
Key Ingredients for Mary & May Vegan Cica Soothing Sun Cream 50+ PA++++
- 10,000ppm F-CICA COMPLEX (7 cica derivatives fermented with yeast) – to soothe skin
- Niacinamide – brightens skin
My Experience with Mary & May Vegan Cica Soothing Sun Cream 50+ PA++++
The sun cream absorbs quickly and smoothly without any whitecast on my skin. It is a fairly lightweight texture that you can’t really see or feel on skin. It offers hydrating and brightening benefits too.
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