We are excited that special guest Tarj Mavi - La Mav Founder and creator took some time out to chat with us about her range of certified organic skin care which delivers effective and ground breaking results, all without the nasties!
What inspired you to launch La Mav skin care? : In fact, behind the creation of La Mav is a very personal experience. After the birth of my second child Jay in 1994 I developed a severe case of postpartum pigmentation. I searched everywhere to find products that were safe, healthy and effective, but to no avail. This is when the idea for La Mav was born. I wanted to create a line of unique products that were good for the skin, good for the body and good for the generations to come.
Tell us about the research and development of La Mav and why it's so important?
La Mav came into being after extensive cosmetology research and development, involving the evaluation of data in the augmentation of skin firmness, elasticity and hydration. I have spent the last couple of years researching naturally derived certified active constituents that are free of all toxins (parabens, petrochemicals and synthetic ingredients). These constituents provide a potent result driven organic alternative for the repair, restoration and rejuvenation of the skin, at a cellular level, and provide outstanding age defying results that last.
What is the most unique and effective natural ingredient you have come across that new green beauty enthusiasts should know about when choosing organic skin care? There are so many amazing natural ingredients, which work in synergy to help the skin heal from the inside, that it is impossible to name just one. What I’ve learned throughout the years is that nature has everything we and our skin need, and each and every ingredient is unique in its own way.
Why organic and natural skin care? Because it works! The greatest thing about organic skin care is that it benefits the skin on a cellular level and enhances its own restorative and healing processes. Besides that, organic skin care is completely safe for your health and for the environment – two serious reasons to make the switch if you haven’t done it already.
Serums and natural skin treatments have come to be known as a 'must have' supplement to your skin care routine, particularly for problem skin concerns such as pigmentation and those dreaded wrinkles!
Tarj provides some top tips and a guide to the products that are best suited for these skin conditions.
La Mav Firming Eye Lotion: This velvety crème visibly rejuvenates and transforms the delicate eye area, leaving it visibly lifted and toned. For best results, we recommend using it morning and evening. Gently apply a thin layer around the contour of the eyes, using the tips of clean ring fingers and dab until fully absorbed.
Bio active ingredients:
• Hibiscus esculentus extract (a natural alternative to Botox) has Botox® like effect that gently relaxes skin to smooth expression lines and reduce the appearance of wrinkles
• Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Vitamin C, Aschophyllum Nodosum Extract & Licorice Root extract works synergistically to help reduce the appearance of under eye dark circles
• Pisum Sativum Extract, Moringa Pterygosperma Seed Extract and Cassia Alata Leaf Extract smooth and firm the eye contour
• Essential Fatty Acids boost skin lipid content that hydrates and replenishes the eye contour
La Mav Bio VA5 Wrinkle Smoothing Day Crème: Highly concentrated daily moisturizer that helps visibly reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, whilst improving elasticity and firmness. Revitalizes dry and dull skin for a brighter, more youthful look!
Bio active ingredients:
•Hibiscus esculentus extract is a natural peptide that has BOTOX® like effect that gently relaxes skin to smooth expression lines and helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles. It tones, firms and rest facial muscles.
• Vitamin-A rich Vigna aconitifolia extract fights the effects of aging via cell renewal and strengthening dermis
• Sweet Almond Oil, Sea Buckthorn Seed Oil, Acai Oil and Bilberry Seed Oil are rich in essential fatty acids that helps provide long lasting hydration promoting natural radiance
• A combination of 4 potent Age-Defence Bio-Actives (Chlorella vulgaris extract, Pisum sativum extract, Argania spinosa kernel extract & Cassia alata leaf extract) makes it a perfect daily moisturizer of choice
• Cassia alata leaf extract protects cellular DNA from UVA / UVB and supports natural repair of cells
La Mav Wrinkle Defence & Skin Brightening Day Fluid: This mattifying fluid is designed especially for oily to combination skin to reduce shine, leaving a balanced, clear and radiant complexion. For those who have combination skin, prone to dryness, I recommend combining the fluid with moisturizer.
Bio active ingredients:
•Hyaluronic Acid increases moisture levels to plump up the skin
• Bisabolol calms and soothes skin
• Licorice Extract helps control sebum
• A combination of Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Rumex Occidentalis Extract & Mallow Extract deliver visibly brighter and evenly-toned skin
• Cassia alata leaf extract protects cellular DNA from UVA and UVB and supports natural repair of cells.
La Mav Antioxidant Rich Nightly Repair Nectar: An advanced age-fighting serum that protects the skin from free radicals and daily rigors, enhances its natural glow and helps it regenerate fully while you sleep.Massage 2–3 drops all over face, neck and décolletage until completely absorbed. The nectar can be used alone, or added to your favourite nightly cream/daily moisturizer.
Bio active ingredients:
• High levels of CoEnzyme Q10 & Vitamin E provide a powerful antioxidant shield delivering long lasting visible anti-ageing benefits
• Eight flower nectars including Rose, Ylang Ylang and Neroli gives dry and dehydrated skin a powerful shield to lock in moisture and restore glowing softness, comfort and radiance
• Omega 3 and 6 in Acai Pulp Oil and Lingonberry Oil boost skin tonicity and firmness delivering plumped up appearance
La Mav Omega 3 Advanced Nightly Repair Crème: This potent night crème was designed to repair, hydrate and recharge the skin while you sleep, boosting cellular turnover and skin’s own ability to heal itself. For extra nourishment, the nectar can be combined with any of your favourite La Mav Advanced Nightly Repair Nectar.
Bio active ingredients:
•Hyaluronic Acid increases skin hydration and firmness to plump up the skin
• Chia and Raspberry Seed Oil support the skin’s barrier function
• Polyphenols in Ascophyllum nodosum extract provide protection and exfoliation, while oligopeptides and amino-acids in Chlorella vulgaris extract help in skin restructuring and correction of vascular imperfections
• Omega 3 Essential Fatty Acids in Marula Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil, Raspberry Seed Oil, Shea Butter and Avocado Oil repairs and promotes suppleness
• Cassia Alata Leaf Extract protects cellular DNA from UVA and UVB and supports natural repair of cells
La Mav Anti Dark Circle Eye Gel: Light, cooling gel that revives, rejuvenates, and lightens the delicate eye area. For best results apply morning and evening, after you tone/cleanse.
Bio active ingredients:
•Vitamin C, Chlorella Vulgaris extract and Rumex extract help reduce dark circles, fine lines as well as under eye puffiness
• Aloin from Aloe Vera and Rosa Damascena instantly revitalise tired eyes delivering a refreshed appearance
• Linoleic acid & Oleic acid from Moroccan (Argan) oil and Marula Oil help to re-energise and repair stressed skin restoring a healthy glow
• Polyphenols from seaweed extract and natural Hyaluronic Acid smooth and firm the eye contour.
La Mav Rumex Advanced Lightening Day Crème: Ultra-rich, light-weight brightening day crème that prevents the appearance of discoloration and pigmentation and treats existing hyperpigmentation, gradually lightening the skin and clearing the complexion. For best results, combine it with the La Mav Vitamin C Advanced Nightly Repair Nectar.
Bio active ingredients:
• A combination of 5 potent Bio-Actives (Ascophyllum nodosum, Vitamin C, Rumex occidentalis extract, Waltheria indica & Licorice Extract) deliver visibly lighter and evenly-toned skin
• Oat extract and Jojoba seed oil instantly hydrate and smooth skin; while Vitamin E delivers long lasting anti-aging benefits
• Linoleic acid & Oleic acid from Moroccan (Argan) oil and Marula oil help to re-energise and repair stressed skin restoring healthy glow
• Cassia alata leaf extract protects cellular DNA from UVA and UVB and supports cell repair
La Mav Vitamin C Advanced Nightly Repair Nectar: We’ve formulated this unique nectar with high levels of Vitamin C and Certified Organic Rosehip Oil to promote visibly lighter, evenly-toned and radiant skin, deliver long lasting anti-aging benefits and also help reduce the appearance of lifestyle damage. The nectar can be used alone, or added to your favourite nightly cream/daily moisturizer.
Bio active ingredients:
• High levels of Vitamin C & Rosehip Oil help promote visibly lighter and evenly toned skin
• Oleic acid from Camellia oil and Essential Fatty Acids from Lingonberry Seed oil help to repair skin and restore healthy glow
• Natural Vitamin E and Tocotrienols from Bilberry seed oil protect the skin delivering long lasting anti-aging benefits.
Also available is La Mav mineral makeup range too! Thank you Tarj, for sharing the beautiful La Mav story :-)
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