“Ma” is the term used to describe this intentional pause. There are several different forms it can take on, but the idea is to create space and silence in your day.
It’s within this silence that meaning is found.
A few examples of Ma include:
- Pausing for tea in the middle of a bustling day
- Taking a deep breath to clear your mind
- Intentionally leveraging negative space in your decorating
It is within the empty spaces that Ma creates meaning. This is also true for personal care routines, like skincare.
Ma in Japanese skincare
When following an authentic J-beauty routine, the idea is to use only a few hand-selected products that are gentle, yet efficacious. This keeps the focus on preserving healthy skin and fighting off signs of aging.
By thoughtfully selecting a cleanser, toner, and moisturizer to satisfy your unique complexion’s needs– you're doing your skin a great service.
Instead of layering on multiple products and formulas, a simple and intentional skincare routine allows your skin to be cleansed and rested from daily stressors. It’s how to incorporate Ma into your ritual, by using less.
The goal is to select nature-based products that are easy on our skin’s flora, but still diligent to cleanse and nourish effectively.
When a person is intentional to maintain vibrant, jubilant skin– there’s less of a need to cover up the face with makeup. There’s also less need to invest in skincare repair treatments later on.
Discover a fresh routine
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From serving skin that’s oily, dry, maturing, and everything in between– each beauty product is designed to help reveal inner radiance.
All ILEM formulas incorporate natural heritage ingredients directly from Japan, as well as rare, good-for-skin components found across the globe.
Encounter a new way to do skincare when you shop at ILEM JAPAN.
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