FAQ'S

What is the meaning of your skin’s Ph balance?

Ph balance simply means that an acid mantle protects your skin and hair. Since most soaps are alkaline, they temporarily destroy your acid mantle. Maria Garcia cleansers and toners are properly Ph balanced.


What is the purpose of a toner or a freshener?

A toner or a freshener removes the excess cleanser that was not rinsed off your face as well as minimizing the appearance of pores. Toners are also capable of calming and hydrating the skin.


Exfoliation – Does my skin really need all this hype?

Yes! Exfoliation simply means getting rid of dead skin. Your skin is constantly sloughing off dead skin cells. As you age, removing the top layers of these cells encourages the cells underneath to reproduce more rapidly. If your skin is particularly dry or sensitive, treat it gently at first and only once a week. As your skin becomes accustomed to it, increase your treatment. Oily or acne prone skin benefits greatly from the use of manual exfoliations several times per week. You can aid in the exfoliating process by using our Peeling Scrub to speed cell renewal and exfoliation of dead skin cells.


Why should you use a moisturizer if you have oily skin?

Moisturizers are not supposed to add moisture to the skin but rather to protect your skin’s natural moisture from evaporating. For oily skin types, hydration is vital to help balance the skin. Our Vitality Firming Gel is the ideal product for any skin type under a moisturizer, but is exceptional alone for oily/problematic and/or sensitive skin.


How can you prevent waking up with puffy eyes?

Do not use a moisturizer around your eyes as it is far too heavy for the delicate skin around your eyes. An eye cream or the Maria Garcia 3-in-1 Rejuvenating Cream or the Vitality Firming Gel are highly recommended for the eye area. When applying eye cream, you should only apply it with the cushion of your ring finger, as this is your weakest finger. Vitality Firming Gel may be applied over the entire eye area with the 3-in-1 Cream reaching to the (eye area bone).


What is the difference between an Exfoliator and a Mask?

Our Peeling Scrub exfoliates by removing layers of dead skin cells; whereas, Masks help draw out impurities, and/or add intense hydration to the skin. Our Purifying and Pick Me Up Mask make the skin look tighter and give your skin a radiant glow.


What is the difference between a SPF Moisturizer and a night cream?

A moisurizer such as our Light Hydration SPF15 or Power Hydration SPF15 are formulated with anti-oxidants, soothers and anti-irritants. Protect your skin from harmful effects of the sun, pollutants and toxins. Night time creams such as our 3-in-1 Rejuvenating Cream, Purifying Cream and Skin Booster help restore and replenish with powerful hydration, calming and soothing ingredients to prepare the skin for the next day.