Mariana Chicet

I just started using Chicet products in January. Although I have fairly nice skin, I’ve struggled with sensitive skin for years and I’ve tried dozens of skin care lines (Skin Medica, Clarins, Claudalie, Bare Minerals, Rodan & Fields, Clinique, Bare Minerals, Neutrogena, Paula’s Choice, Cetaphil, Peter Roth Thomas, and more!) in search of my favorite face care products. I’ve never found any of them to be particularly complimentary to my skin. I tend to get some dry, red patches around my nose and I am slightly oily in my T-​zone. Because my skin is sensitive and simply because I’m more informed now, I’ve been trying to use natural products – especially those without synthetic or added fragrance, sulfates, or petroleum. After ineffective trips to the dermatologist who pushed expensive skin care and beauty products (which I did try), extensive trial and error, and online research, I stumbled upon Chicet. I live in Iowa, so rather than go check the products in person, I read through the website info and ingredient lists thoroughly and was eager to try the products. After I placed an order, I received a call directly m from Mariana Chicet to discuss my skin care concerns. She also included a handful of samples that were specific to my skin. She was unbelievably kind and knowledgeable. I ordered a handful of skin care and makeup items. My morning and nighttime routine include Redness Irritation Cleanser Exfoliator Support, Apple Milk Cleanser and Toner, Redness Irritation Moisturizer Support, and the Nutrient Milk Cleanser as needed to rub eye makeup off. I also use the Clay and Fresh Sea Plant Mask once a weekend. I received a generous sample of the Max Lipids oil free cream and use it under my eyes. I fell in love with the sample of Illuminating Loose Powder and ordered some immediately. It was so smoothing and non-​drying, and matched my skin better than any powder I’ve ever used. Same goes for the oil-​free concealer. Honestly, I’m addicted to all of these products. I love the natural smell of everything. The scents are subtle and smell like whatever the ingredients are (i.e. Oats, apples, seaweed!). Everything goes on so nicely and makes my skin feel fresh, light, moisturized, and calm. I finally feel good about what I’m putting on my face. My skin isn’t perfect, but it’s much happier! I’ll continue experimenting with more Chicet products, but for now I love what I am using.

I’ve been using Chicet off an on over the years, and always end up coming back. Why do I EVER stray? It’s an amazing skin secret that I love to share .
The Day/​Night Revitalizing Concentrate (kept in my fridge) always rescues me. Love the Seaweed Clay mask (also in my fridge) and I live for the Moisturizing Mist that I use under any moisturizer (Bone Marrow cream is gold). Just got the new lip treatment and love it.
I’ve tried many products — Skinceuticals, NuGene, Revision, but there really isn’t anything better than Chicet. And they are beyond reasonably priced.
Mariana is there in person, on the phone, in the spa, and it’s a thrill to see her. And she has amazing skin (wink wink :)

At the recommendation of my mother, I was directed to using Mariana Chicet and products.
Because I’ve been recently having some skin issues, skin dryness, skin redness, etc., I found that it was due to the generic skin products I have been using along with their crappy chemicals in them. However, I went to Mariana’s at the insistence of my mother and tried out their stuff and… it was amazing. It’s hard to describe but my skin wasn’t having dryness issues, skin redness subsided and on top of all that, my skin was feeling pretty nice and clean. I’m not too sure what goes in these products, but it’s definitely working.
I know, I’m a guy but I like my skin all nice and clean because I have pretty cursed sensitive skin. However, Mariana really made me feel at home because she was friendly and very funny. She helped me out tons!

I ordered the Sea Plant mask from the website after reading Rachel McAdams’ suggestion in the Allure spread she did. I received a personal phone call from Mariana Chicet because she wanted to get to know my skin type and my areas of concern so she could send me a bunch of samples. She was very thorough and really took the time to learn about my skin and educate me on skin care. I was amazed. When I received the package, she sent me a ton of samples and not single use samples… samples that will last me a few weeks. I am writing this review with my new mask on so I will update the review once I can comment on the actual products, but I just had to write a review and give praise for outstanding personal care and customer service.

Best skin care products on the planet! I’m so grateful a friend turned me on to them. They are the best I’ve ever used & totally affordable. I only use natural products so, these are a win win! I get compliments on my skin almost daily. Reda is my girl and always takes great care of me. She’s a skin psychic. She can take one look at my skin and tell if I’ve used something I shouldn’t, like a night cream that’s too thick from another company. She’s always right! I’ve learned my lesson and will only follow what Reda says bc she knows best! The place is always so beautiful and clean. I really love coming here!

Seriously, the absolute best skincare around. No chemicals, oils, waxes, or detergents. All their products are reasonably priced & effective. Faves are the gommage, bone marrow cream, clay mask, & apple milk cleanser. My skin has never been so soft. Their facials are relaxing and extensive. Reda & Marianna really care about you & your skin. I can’t believe I only just found them, gonna be a lifer! Thank you ladies!

I have been going to Mariana ‘s and using her products for at least 15 years. Mariana was using hyaluronic acid (a natural moisturizer produced by our own bodies) before anyone else ! Now everyone uses it. Her facials are amazing, two hours and no steam machine, they sit you up and put a steaming bowl of fresh herbs on your lap to steam your face! I work for a dermatologist and occasionally try products from work, which usually irritate my skin and send me running back to Mariana! When you see all the crap in products sold in a dr.‘s office (namely lots of petroleum and mineral oil which clogs up your skin) then you really appreciate the quality of the ingredients in Mariana ‘s products. There’s really no one else like her.

Mariana rocks! She gives world word style facials and has fantastic lotions.

Mariana Chicet’s products are the best! I’ve relinquished all my old products and only use hers exclusively. My skin has never looked better and I’ve recommended her to family and friends who all love her skincare line as much as I do. There aren’t enough words to express how much she has improved my skin. Plus she is one of the nicest ladies around! Go see her… you will not be disappointed!

Mariana and Redda are both pros at giving the old school facials. Facials last 1÷5−2 hours for only $ 70. They know their stuff when it comes to your specific skin type. Mariana makes all her own products with her husband in their LA-​based lab. She uses only natural ingredients, no acids or anything that will thin your skin. She believes the best way to great skin that ages well is not to thin it with harsh chemicals. Her products are not super expensive like most high end lines. And she makes everything with real ingredients. Example: Her papaya body scrub is made with a real whole papaya, not an ineffective expensive extract.
My skin has never been better and people assume I’m 10 years younger than I am. Skincare chemical junkies won’t like this place because they won’t feel it’s effective. Products like the apple/​milk cleanser/​toner may seem simple, but simple is most often what’s best and most effective for the largest organ on your body – your skin. Everything you put on your face actually gets passed through your liver. I’d much rather that be apple juice and oatmeal than chemicals.

Mariana is adorable. Excellent products. Best old school facials!

great products!!! the ideal moisturizer is my favorite, the result is more than i expected… baby soft, baby smooth skin, too good to be true, but it’s true! i also love the way miss mariana communicates with her clients. i feel her sincerity. last time i ordered she sent me lots of free stuff together with my order, she’s so nice and her products so amazing.

I found Chicet’s products absolutely amazing.

Mariana’s products are wonderful, with high quality ingredients. She is truly passionate and knowledgable, and really cares about you and your skin.
She helped me clear up irritation and acne that showed up unexpectedly at age 28 right after moving to California, telling me to throw away all my dept. store products she claimed were irritating my oily yet sensitive skin. I did. She was 100% right… My face cleared within 3– 4 weeks and the redness went away.
She will meet with you and tell you exactly which products to use (without pressuring you).
I work in the industry and constantly try other products, but always go back to these.
Some favorites: PCA face cleanser; honey body soap; gommage; all time favorite for clear, hydrated baby smooth face: the sea plant clay mask. An incredible bargain at about $ 18.
If you want gentle, pure, quality products that feel amazing on your skin and never irritate, this is the line for you.

The draw here is the Bone Marrow Cream, well-​known because some pale porcelain princess celebrities use it, most famously Nicole Kidman (pre-​pregnancy, yes, she was rather scarily Botox-​ed, but as a true PPP, she is envied by some, and I can attest to the fact that she looks better in real life than in photos, lovely lady, actually). So, I have tried this Bone Marrow Cream, rich and balm-​like in texture, and I like it more as an eye cream than a face cream. As a skin care fanatic, I deem it just okay and not one to measure up to the hype. The ingredients are nothing outstanding. Does it contain bone marrow, you must wonder? Yep, trace amounts, but that is hardly earth-​shattering in today’s cosmetic industry, one that also harvests an ingredient from infants’ foreskins to develop a face-​firming serum. I am dead serious.
I have tried other Mariana Chicet products, and again, I cannot say that I am impressed. The Rejuvenating Serum was a chore to finish up. I started spreading it all over my neck just so I can hit bottom. The cleansing grains are kind of nice, but it is just oatmeal mixed with some other sloughing granules.
Her facials are not bad, but I think my normal skin type does not benefit from her hands because I have unusually resilient yet very fair skin, and though I like gentleness, I also desire effectiveness. Those with very finicky skin will probaby enjoy her sessions more.

Question: Isn’t this place in Valley village?