Created by Héléna Mendes in 2013, Mawena is the result of an alliance between eco-responsible well-being and Mayan beauty secrets.
A word about the designer
Aged 37, Héléna Mendes has a full CV. Nothing predestined her for the world of cosmetics. Indeed, before Mawena, Héléna was an international diplomat, specialized in ecology and armed conflicts. A head well made and full, who speaks no less than 7 languages!
An innovative brand
Héléna had the idea during a road trip with friends in Mexico. During this beautiful trip, she met a Mayan people in the hard-to-reach region of Chiapas. For several weeks, they are in full immersion. They learn a lot about the beauty routines of Mayan women. The latter introduce Hélène to the tepezcohuite, also called "skin tree". "Skin tree" which literally means "skin tree", is a plant that is found in only two places on the globe: Mexico and Brazil. This plant has been used and highly prized by the Mayans since the dawn of time thanks to its spectacular regenerating properties. Still little used in cosmetics because it is difficult to find, tepezcohuite is, in addition to an ancestral Mayan beauty secret, a real manna of benefits for the skin: rich in tannins and saponosides, it is antibacterial, antifungal, astringent, stimulating and antioxidant.
Our test of a Mawena product!
We were of course intrigued by Mawena and we wanted to give you our feelings! It is therefore with great kindness that the brand sent us a sample of one of their flagship product: the Rose Marula serum. Do not panic if the serum seems greasy to you when applied, it is an oil-serum. It visibly moisturizes and smoothes fine lines. And above all, despite its "oily" appearance, we do not feel it on our skin because it blends perfectly with it. Zero residue guaranteed! It also gives a radiance to the complexion, perfect for those who do not wear foundation, or who no longer wear one because of the mask. Do not be afraid of the word "oil" if you have oily or combination skin, this serum is made for all skin types, especially for dry and dehydrated skin. Faithful to the editorial line of the brand, the serum is obviously 100% organic: 100% of the ingredients are of natural origin. It contains saffron, turmeric, Marula oil and Moringa oil. A healthy mix that can only do good for your skin. Regarding its application, a few drops are enough: apply the serum before your day cream and after having previously cleansed your skin. As you can see, the Rose Marula serum passed the test with flying colours! It gave us even more the desire to discover the other products of the brand. Mawena is an ethical and eco-responsible brand from start to finish: Héléna has even thought of bottles that are glass and reusable! It is an inclusive project led by a woman, what more can I say?
