Mary & May Houttuynia Cordata + Tea Tree Serum: The Ultimate Pore & Calm Solution
Cleanse your complexion of irritation and blemishes with the Mary & May Houttuynia Cordata + Tea Tree Serum. This potent, eco-conscious serum is specifically formulated for those struggling with active breakouts, enlarged pores, and persistent redness. It’s a cooling, healing treatment that brings the "calm" back to troubled skin.
Why It’s a Skincare Staple?
When your skin is "acting out," less is often more. Mary & May focuses on high concentrations of a few star ingredients rather than a long list of fillers. This serum acts as a natural antibiotic and anti-inflammatory for your face.
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Rapid Trouble Care: Specifically targets acne-causing bacteria and soothes inflamed spots.
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Pore Refining: Helps to clear out sebum and tighten the appearance of pores.
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Clean & Transparent: EWG Green Grade ingredients, fragrance-free, and cruelty-free.
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Non-Sticky Healing: A lightweight, watery texture that sinks in instantly, making it perfect for layering.
Key Ingredients
Hero ingredient: Heartleaf extract
- Heartleaf extract: Supports a calmer-feeling routine for skin prone to visible redness or congestion.
- Tea tree extract: Supports oil-prone and blemish-prone routines without a heavy feel.
- Hydrating support: Helps maintain skin comfort and reduce the feel of dryness.
How to Use
Apply a small amount after cleansing and toning, then seal with moisturizer. Introduce active formulas gradually.
Routine Order
- Morning: Cleanser → toner → this serum/ampoule → moisturizer → sunscreen.
- Evening: Cleanser → toner → this serum/ampoule → moisturizer.
Application Steps
- Cleanse and tone first if toner is part of your routine.
- Apply 2-3 drops or a small amount to face and neck.
- Press gently into the skin instead of rubbing harshly.
- Allow it to absorb before moisturizer.
- Layer from thinnest to thickest texture.
- Use once daily at first if your skin is sensitive.
- Follow with sunscreen in the morning.
- Patch test first, especially with active ingredients.
Q: Is this product suitable for daily use?
A: It depends on the product type and your skin/hair tolerance. Gentle moisturizers, cleansers and sunscreens may be used daily; retinoids and exfoliating acids should be introduced gradually.
Q: Can sensitive skin use it?
A: Sensitive skin should patch test first and start slowly. If stinging, burning, swelling or persistent redness appears, stop use and consult a dermatologist/pharmacist.
Q: Can I use it while pregnant or breastfeeding?
A: For pregnancy or breastfeeding, check with your doctor first, especially if the product contains retinoids, exfoliating acids, strong brightening actives or other intensive ingredients.
Q: Where does it fit in my routine?
A: Use it according to texture and product type: cleanser first, toner next, serum/ampoule, cream, then sunscreen in the morning.
Q: Can I layer it with other products?
A: Yes, but keep layering simple. Avoid adding too many strong actives at once, especially if your skin is sensitive.
