M2 Advanced High Potency Skin Refinish (Mama Lotion Formula)
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about the product
Back by popular demand, M2 Advanced High Potency Skin Refinish is the original, celebrated Mama Lotion formula. Ideal for spot treatment of stubborn dark spots, acne blemishes, acne scarring, and deep wrinkles, this is the most advanced strength of Skin Refinish. It controls breakouts, reduces pores size, and evens skin tone, for a flawless, youthful appearance.
1 fl oz
who it's for
For those with dark spots, uneven skin tone, acne blemishes and marks, large pores, and fine lines and wrinkles.
key ingredients
Mandelic Acid is naturally antibacterial in addition to exfoliating the skin. Malic Acid protects skin from damaging free radicals as it gently resurfaces. Algae Extract moisturizes skin.
how to use it
Apply a thin layer to clean, dry skin at night. Can also be used as a spot treatment. Once absorbed, apply moisturizer. If irritation or excessive peeling occurs, decrease frequency. Applying too much products may lead to stickiness.
I do not normally write reviews but I felt compelled to talk about how amazing this stuff has been for me! I have been using it for two weeks now, a first time user and I must say it has transformed my face!!! I used to get some bad pimples that took like 2 weeks to go away but since using MaMa, i barely get any! If I do get any pimples, they are not as big and they go away in one or two days if I keep using the MaMa lotion! It is so expensive but I think it is extremely worth it. I use it 6 nights a week and it can get itchy but that feeling is worth it if my face continues to look this great!! I could probably go without wearing makeup most days because of this stuff! Please do not ever stop selling this amazing product! :)
I'm really glad they brought back the original MAMA Lotion formula as an option. I've been hoarding the old formula bottles, and sometimes using the revised formulas (both 20% and 12%), but to me the original formula works better for me. I just received this bottle though, and was floored to realize that it's MUCH smaller in size that either the other M2 Skin Refinishes or the original MAMA Lotion. The photo in this listing is quite deceptive if you ask me. I realize it's cheaper, but not proportionally, and besides they have to take some ingredients OUT compared to the revised M2, so it *should* be cheaper in the full-size bottle. For the size and price, will have to give it only 4 stars instead of 5.
I do not normally write reviews but I felt compelled to talk about how amazing this stuff has been for me! I have been using it for two weeks now, a first time user and I must say it has transformed my face!!! I used to get some bad pimples that took like 2 weeks to go away but since using MaMa, i barely get any! If I do get any pimples, they are not as big and they go away in one or two days if I keep using the MaMa lotion! It is so expensive but I think it is extremely worth it. I use it 6 nights a week and it can get itchy but that feeling is worth it if my face continues to look this great!! I could probably go without wearing makeup most days because of this stuff! Please do not ever stop selling this amazing product! :)
I frequently used the 20% refinish until this came out. I've been using it for about 2 months now and completely love it! Yes, there is a weird smell, but it isn't unpleasant and it keeps my skin clear, so I don't mind it. I would breakout after shaving sporadically, but I haven't since I've used this.
I have a caramel complexion with both acne scars and dark spots from too much sun exposure (without any UV protective face products). I am currently in cold weather, however, and wanted to try out this product before I went back to high sun exposure. My current skin regime is to (at night) wash my face with Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Wash (with the exfoliating beads in it), then use this refinishing formula (not too much - I put a tiny bit on each face quadrant, then rub it in). In the morning, I will wash my face with either the Neutrogena wash again, or with Cetaphil - depending on the dryness of my skin - using a skin buffer. Then I put on the M2 Skin Recovery Moisturizer and either Aveeno lotion or Oil of Olay moisturizer for the extra dry spots. Yes, the refinishing formula does dry out the skin and I would recommend daily exfoliation with a good buffer (I use EcoTools bamboo facial buffer). I use the refinishing formula every other day so as to avoid excess drying out of my skin. But I use the Skin Recovery Moisturizer every morning. In the past two weeks that I have been using the products, others have noticed a significant improvement in my skin - both in lightening current dark spots and acne scars, and in preventing acne flare ups. However, I have also changed my OCP from estrogen-based to purely progesterone. That could also have an impact as estrogen-based OCPs are known to cause darkening of the skin on sun exposure and increase in oil production. When I return to warmer weather and sun, I will be replacing my Oil of Olay moisturizer/Aveeno lotion in the morning with Neova DNA Damage Control Everyday SPF 43. I will comment back when I see how that impacts my current face regime results. Lastly, I do hate how the bottle is made - a normal bottle where I can just pour a little out or stick my finger in the get the amount I want would be more convenient. That is the only reason I didn't give the product 5 stars!
Hi there,
I wanted to see what others thought of the return of the old formula vs. the new and your post caught my eye. Pease feel free to ignore my unsolicited advice. I think that you are over exfoliating your skin which actually causes more breakouts and uneven tone. You should only wash your face once a day and exfoliate once a week or once a month as I do. I go to a super well known dermie and that is the advice that she gave m, she also recommends Cetaphil face wash (I hate it and don't use it).
My soao box now is I would love it if you researched how awful of a company Proctor and Gamble are (they are the company that makes Oil of Olay. I know that they are so difficult to avoid bc they pretty much have a toe hold in almost every aspect of our daily lives) but with a little bit of research it can be done, I have.
Best wishes
the entire reason for replying to your post was that I wanted to say that over exfoliation actually dries your skin out more, as it aggravates your already sensitive skin it. I have tried pretty much every pill and chemical due to melasma and cystic acne since I was 12. Recently due to stress my skin just went bananas two months ago so I am back on a high dose of Spironolactone which is actually helping but once I stop it the acne will most likely return as soon as I stop unlike Accutane which lasts for years. I did four cycles and wont do it again due to bad side effects but I loved the end result. It used to be a tough decision vanity vs. health...oh capricious youth. This line almost completely removed my melasma my dermie no longer recommends getting laser treatments. She was really surprised by the change on my forehead (that felt really good)!
Allyson, I am wondering if you can share exactly what M2 products you use that you feel has greatly improved your Melasma. I have moderate to severe Melasma, also still have some acne issues. I have used the 20% Refining lotion and I have been happy with the results as far as skin texture, pore size, and reduced breakouts. With that being said, I'm not sure it's helped with hyper pigmented skin. I have not used any of the other products. I use a 10% hydroguione cream (prescription) off and on. It is very expensive, and results are temporary. I have had some invasive laser treatments as well. I can say it is better, but always a struggle to keep in under control, especially in the summer. I do use a good sunscreen every day. Just wondering if you have attributed your skins improvement to a particular product to regimen.
I don't use the face wash as it is too drying. I use the 20% once to twice a month depending on how my skin is reacting (if it is too red or dry then I just skip it and use it when my skin is so reactionary) I am super stoked to buy the original formula as that is how I was introduced to the line.
In summer I use their moisturizer both day and night, in winter it depends again on how reactionary my skin is.
I love using the Arcona Triad pads in place of a face wash if I have no make up on.
It takes time for the product to work, and you have to just be patient. Just don't over do it on the exfoliation there is no reason to do it every day as the skin's turnover rate isn't that fast.
I can a test to the fact that this line almost completely removed my very large melasma spot on my forehead I used the product for years, a lot cheaper than lasers and now I don't need them.
What laser was used on your skin? IPL?
I hope this helps a bit!
This has made my skin look 5 years younger in the last 3 weeks. So far it has taken the dullness completely away. The dark spots around my mouth from being pregnant have faded dramatically. It seems to be preventing acne flare-ups which is an added bonus. The only downsides are the flaky skin (which I buff away with baking soda in the morning before moisturizing), and my skin seems to get much greasier by the end of the day which I am not sure if it is because of the product drying my skin which is causing it to overproduce the oil or if it because it has completely unclogged my pores allowing the oil to flow freely.
M2 is a great line of products and mama is my favorite. I used to use this stuff years ago and it really helped my face so happy its back. All of there products are great. It makes my pores smaller and keeps my face clear kinda sticky and smells funny but it is so worth it. Nothing works for me like M2s products this guy is a customer for life thanks mama.
It does not perform like the original from 2003, 2004. I used it and loved it. Bought the new version....no results. So, i was very excited to see the original version was back. Bought it.....No results, this does not perforn like the original version, at all. Not the same
I called the manufacturer and it is the EXACT same ingredients as 2003's version. Maybe your skin has changed? It worked wonders for me just like in 2003. :)
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