This is a cream essence by Mary & May that combines the moisture and richness of a cream with the lighter feel and absorption speed of an essence. The formula uses a double‑phase emulsion: there’s a cream layer + an essence layer, which you shake before use to mix. It’s designed to deliver nourishing, antioxidant‑rich, hydrating care suitable even for sensitive skin.
Here are the major ingredients, what they do, and why they matter, especially in Pakistani climates and for common skin issues:
Ingredient | Concentration / Highlight | Benefit / Effects |
---|---|---|
Blackberry Extract (≈ 50,000 ppm) | About 5% of the formula is blackberry fruit extract. | Rich in antioxidants (vitamin C, polyphenols). Helps neutralize free radicals from sun/pollution, delays signs of aging, brightens skin tone, helps with dullness. |
Blue Lotus Water (≈ 100,000 ppm) | Very high proportion of hydrating botanicals. | Hydrates, soothes, calms irritated or stressed skin. Has cooling effect, helps maintain skin elasticity. |
Jojoba Seed Oil | Among top emollient / nourishing oils. | Strengthens a compromised skin barrier; jojoba is similar to skin’s natural sebum so generally well tolerated; helps balance oil & moisture. |
Ceramide NP | Present to reinforce barrier function. | Helps skin retain moisture, prevents transepidermal water loss (TEWL), protects from irritants. |
Centella Asiatica Extract | Botanical soothing agent. | Reduces redness, repairs barrier, calms sensitivity. Good if skin is reactive from sun, pollution, or use of strong actives. |
Fig Fruit Extract | Mild exfoliation + tone improving. | Contains enzymes (like ficin), helps with gentle exfoliation / renewal, evens texture, adds moisture. |
Sodium Hyaluronate | Humectant for hydration. | Attracts moisture, plumps up skin, reduces dryness. |
Other Supporting Ingredients: Glycerin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Butylene Glycol, etc. These help with texture, absorption, skin feel. |
Vegan certified; cruelty‑free.
Hypoallergenic / suitable for sensitive skin.
All (or almost all) ingredients are EWG green grade (excluding fragrance) and free from several “hazardous / harmful” additives.
16‑Free: presumably free of 16 common harmful chemicals (e.g. parabens, artificial colors, strong allergens etc.).
Double Phase Emulsion technology: ensures the cream layer and essence layer combine properly when shaken, giving a balanced texture and absorption.
Specifically, what this cream essence can do (especially for skin conditions commonly found in Pakistan):
Hydration & Moisture Boost
The essence layer + cream layer + humectants like sodium hyaluronate deliver moisture to combat dryness, which can be worse in summers (sun exposure) or winters (air conditioning).
Antioxidant Protection
Blackberry + blue lotus water + vitamin E etc. protect against UV and environmental free radicals — helps prevent premature aging, pigmentation, dullness.
Barrier Strengthening
Ceramide + jojoba oil help rebuild or reinforce the skin barrier, reducing sensitivity, irritation, and water loss.
Even Skin Tone & Glow
With ingredients like blackberry, fig extract, plus mild exfoliating action, can help brighten skin, reduce dullness, even out texture.
Light, Comfort‑able Texture
Because it’s an essence‑cream hybrid, it aims to give richer nourishment than a lightweight essence but without being as heavy as thick creams. Good for those who dislike overly greasy or heavy moisturizers.
Soothing for Sensitive Skin
The formula avoids many harsh ingredients, includes calming botanicals like Centella, blue lotus water, etc. So ideal if skin gets irritated from pollution, heat, or other actives.
To maximize benefits and minimize potential issues:
Shake well before use: The two phases (cream + essence) must mix properly for even results.
After cleansing & toning: Use this as your essence step. If you have serums, it can be used before or after depending on your routine (usually after lighter serums).
Apply an appropriate amount: Maybe 1‑2 pumps (or a small measure) onto palms, spread / pat into skin, face and neck.
Layering: Let it absorb; follow with moisturizer if needed, sunscreen in the mornings.
Frequency: Can be used AM & PM as required; for very oily skin maybe test in PM first or alternate.
Although many ingredients are green/EWG, there is fragrance in some listings (even if mild) — might irritate those extremely sensitive.
For those with very oily skin, the cream component + oils may feel a bit heavy, or potentially cause slight greasiness or shine.
As with all antioxidant / botanical‑rich products, consistency matters; one‑off use will provide immediate moisture or glow feel, but brightening, tone correction or improved elasticity happen over weeks.
Packaging hygiene: since there's a cream layer, ensure you wash hands or use a clean spatula to avoid contamination.
Versus pure essences: richer, more nourishing (because of the cream layer)
Versus creams / moisturizers: lighter than heavy creams; more liquid / spreadable vs thick cream texture; more antioxidant benefit vs plain moisturizer.
Versus other Mary & May or K‑beauty essence‑creams: The high ppm of blackberry + blue lotus water + ceramide give this an edge in terms of both glow / antioxidant + barrier support.
Price‑value: 140 ml is a large size; so per ml cost tends to be good when used regularly.
Climate‑friendly glow: For Karachi and other parts of Pakistan where sun, pollution, dry air or humid heat affect skin, this product addresses moisture loss, skin barrier, dullness, and provides antioxidants.
Value in size & quality: 140 ml is generous; customers get more product per rupee, especially compared to smaller essences.
Gentle for sensitive / reactive skin: Many avoid strong active ingredients; this formula gives benefits (brightening, antioxidant, hydration) without heavy retinol or acids; safer for more people.
Vegan & clean beauty trend: Many Pakistani skincare buyers care about cruelty‑free, vegan, minimal harmful ingredients. This product ticks many of those boxes.
Unlock Youth & Glow with Mary & May Vegan Blackberry Complex Cream Essence (140 ml)
Give your skin the nourishment of both a rich cream and the lightness of an essence in one bottle. Infused with 50,000 ppm Blackberry Extract to fight free radicals and brighten, plus 100,000 ppm Blue Lotus Water for soothing, hydrating relief, this double‑phase cream‑essence blends cream + essence for fast absorption and radiant skin. With jojoba oil & ceramide NP to strengthen your barrier, it supports glow, smooth texture, even tone — all in a vegan, cruelty‑free, 16‑free formula. Ideal for all skin types, especially if sensitive or dull.How to Use: Shake well → apply after toner / early serums → pat into face & neck → follow with cream or sunscreen. Use day & night for best results.
Available now at Makeup Stash Pakistan — full authenticity, fast local delivery, and expert support. Let your skin glow from within.
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