Mary & May reviews and discussion

I’ve been using the Mary & May Retinol 0.1% + Bakuchiol + Cica serum for a few weeks now, and I like how gentle it is compared to other retinol products I’ve tried. When I first apply it, the texture feels light and a little watery, almost like a hydrating essence. It spreads easily across my skin and feels cooling at first, which is soothing, especially at nighttime, when it is the only time I use it. I don't use it in the morning because these types of skincare ingredients even if it's an alternative retinol can still be sensitive in the sun. I was a little nervous at first because my skin can be sensitive, but the combination of cica helps calm things down. It didn’t sting or make my skin peel, which I appreciated. The texture is lightweight and sinks in quickly without leaving a sticky or greasy feel. The scent is subtle but noticeable at first, it has this herbal, slightly medicinal smell mixed with something fresh, almost like green tea and cica combined. It’s not perfumey or artificial, and it fades pretty quickly after I pat it in. I can’t say I’ve seen a major difference in fine lines yet, but my skin does look more even and a little brighter overall. There’s a very faint scent, kind of clean and plant-like, but it fades quickly.

I'll admit I've been wanting to try this serum for a long time as a less harsh alternative to stronger retinoids. Plus, the packaging is sooooo adorable 😍 Luckily, I was gifted this serum from Mary and May in exchange for my honest review. Mary and May is a great korean skincare brand which emphasizes clean beauty and transparency in ingredients. Here's a bit about this serum: Designed for: ✨️Daily pore elasticity care ✨️Tightens deep pores ✨️Improves fine and deep wrinkles for smooth skin ✨️ Enhances skin texture Main Ingredients: ✨️Retinol 0.1% ✨️1,,000ppm of Bakuchiol ✨️Jeju Centella Asiatica extract ✨️CICA PDRN and CICA Exosomes ✨️Triple peptides Special Notes; ✨️Size: 80ml ✨️Vegan Certified ✨️Cruelty Free ✨️Tested for Sensitive Skin ✨️The inclusion of Retinol 0.1%, Jeju Centella Asiatica extract, CICA PDRN and CICA Exosomes, and triple peptides, helps gently yet powerfully improve skin texture. ✨️Clinically proven to improve fine wrinkles by 57.4%, improve deep wrinkles by 42.9%, tighten pores by 42.9%, and improve skin texture by 21.1%. I love how gentle this serum is and look forward to using it when my skin need a break from stronger actives this winter!

I like the Mary&May Idebone blackberry cream. Currently going through a large sample. I think Idebone is similar to coQ10? Sensitive, combo skin - dry around mouth and lower cheeks, oily t-zone. Thinking about buying the larger size.

The MÁRY & MAY CICA Houttuynia Tea Tree Calming Mask is perfect for days when my skin feels irritated or inflamed. It gives an instant cooling effect and helps reduce redness without drying my face. I love how gentle yet effective it is for calming breakouts. 🍃💆‍♀️

I’ve been using this mask regularly, and it truly gives my skin a youthful, glowing boost. The essence feels rich but absorbs quickly, leaving my face hydrated and refreshed. It’s a perfect treat when I want to brighten up tired skin. 🍇✨

من أحسن الكريمات اللي جربتها لتفتيح تحت العين 👀💫 تركيبته خفيفة وبتتشرب بسرعة، وفيه مكونات قوية زي الترانكساميك أسيد والجلوتاثيون اللي بيساعدوا على تقليل التصبغات والاسمرار. لكن لو بشرتك حساسة قوي، جربيه الأول على جزء صغير لأن بعض الناس ممكن تحس بوخز بسيط أول استخدام

I’ve been loving the Blackberry Intense Cream for its rich hydration and natural blackberry extract—it really nourishes the skin well.🩶 The Sensitive Soothing Gel Cream is super gentle and calming, perfect for irritated skin and fragrance-free, which I appreciate. Just a note, the gel cream might feel too light for those with very dry skin.🖤

This sunscreen doubles as a glowy primer—perfect for dewy skin lovers. It gives SPF protection with a radiant finish that makes makeup apply beautifully. Ideal for dry or normal skin looking for that natural, healthy glow. 💜

This eye cream really brightened my dark circles without irritating my skin. It has a smooth texture and sinks in fast, perfect under makeup. I love that it’s fragrance-free and gentle for daily use ❤️ one of my favorite

Been using it for around two weeks, super convenient for reapplication. Suitable for all skin types, even sensitive and mature skin. Not fungal acne safe (contains ingredients that may feed malassezia). Glides on smoothly, feels silky—not greasy—and gives a soft matte finish. 💜💜💜

Got a sun balm from the brand, lovely texture and fun to reapply during the day, no white cast after application, not making my skin dry

This Mary & May lavender sunscreen stick? OBSESSED 💜🧴 It glides on so smooth, leaves zero white cast, and has the softest calming scent. Super lightweight but gives solid protection — perfect for reapplying on the go. Cute, clean, and crazy convenient.

Mary & May: routine perfetta per la pelle sensibile e impura! Da tempo cercavo una skincare completa, efficace ma delicata, e i prodotti Mary & May si sono rivelati una scoperta eccezionale. Li uso da alcune settimane e la mia pelle, che tende a essere sensibile e soggetta a imperfezioni, è visibilmente più equilibrata, luminosa e sana. 🌿 CICA Houttuynia Tea Tree Calming Mask 30EA Una vera coccola quotidiana! Queste maschere in tessuto sono leggerissime, perfette per calmare rossori e infiammazioni. Il mix di CICA, Houttuynia e Tea Tree lenisce e purifica senza seccare. Dopo ogni applicazione la pelle è morbida, fresca e distesa. 🍃 Vegan CICA Tea Tree AHA PHA Blemish Toner Un tonico delicatamente esfoliante e riequilibrante. Rimuove le cellule morte con dolcezza, restringe i pori e aiuta a tenere sotto controllo le impurità. Il profumo naturale è rilassante e la sensazione sulla pelle è super leggera. ☀️ Vegan CICA Soothing Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ Una delle migliori creme solari mai provate! Texture fluida, non unge, non lascia scia bianca e calma davvero la pelle. Ottima come base trucco e perfetta anche nei giorni più caldi. 🧴 Vegan Peptide Bakuchiol Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ Comodissimo da portare con sé per i ritocchi durante la giornata. Scivola bene sulla pelle, non appiccica e regala una protezione efficace. Il Bakuchiol è un plus per chi cerca un’azione anti-age naturale! 💧 Vegan Low pH Hyaluronic Gel Cleanser Un detergente delicato ma efficace: lascia la pelle pulita senza tirare. La formula a pH basso e l’acido ialuronico idratano mentre detergono, ed è ideale anche per chi ha la pelle reattiva o disidratata. 🌸 Sensitive Soothing Gel Cream Crema-gel leggera ma idratante, con una texture che si assorbe subito e dona sollievo immediato. Perfetta per l’estate o per chi ha la pelle mista/sensibile. Lascia la pelle morbida, lenita e senza lucidità. 👁️ Tranexamic Acid + Glutathione Eye Cream Una vera chicca! La zona del contorno occhi appare subito più luminosa e distesa. La formula è ricca ma non pesante, e aiuta concretamente a ridurre l’aspetto di occhiaie e ombre scure grazie all’azione combinata di acido tranexamico e glutatione. 🧽 Gluconolactone (PHA) + Betula Alba Juice Cleansing Pads (70 pads) Una meraviglia per la doppia detersione serale! Questi dischetti sono imbevuti di una soluzione delicatamente esfoliante che rimuove impurità e trucco senza seccare. Il Gluconolactone (PHA) esfolia con delicatezza, mentre il succo di Betula Alba idrata e lenisce. La pelle appare subito più pulita, morbida e compatta. Ideali anche al mattino per una pulizia veloce. In sintesi: Mary & May è diventato il mio brand di riferimento per la skincare quotidiana. Ingredienti puliti, formule vegane, risultati visibili. Consigliatissimi!