Tanja’s secret tip for a flawless make-up base: Tepezcohuite

Tanja's secret to a flawless base

The foundation for your foundation

Gently exfoliates for smoother-feeling skin

Helps create a smoother-looking makeup base

Removes makeup and exfoliates in one step

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Preparing your canvas

Exfoliating Bar

Your best makeup starts before you pick up a brush. Meet the Exfoliating Bar, your skin-prep essential. It cleanses and gently buffs away dead skin cells to reveal smoother-feeling skin, ready for the rest of your routine.

$24.00

The first step in every routine. This gentle exfoliating bar with Tepezcohuite bark powder cleanses and exfoliates in one step, lifts away dead skin cells and leaves pores looking clearer, all with a creamy, refining foam and a fresh-clean finish.

✓ Cleanses + exfoliates in one step
✓ Clearer-looking pores, smoother skin
✓ Removes excess oil for a shine-free finish

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How often should I use the Exfoliating Bar?

Use it instead of your regular cleanser. Start with 1 to 2 uses per week, then increase gradually as your skin gets used to it.

Can I use the Exfoliating Bar on its own?

Yes, it’s a great first step on its own. It cleanses, gently exfoliates and prepares your skin for what comes next.

For best results, we recommend to follow up with our Hydrating Toner for a first layer of hydration and our Regenerating Serum with 1.5% natural hyaluronic acid to hydrate and support your skin barrier.

How do I get the best price?

With our Mexican Skincare Bestseller: 2 Cleansing Bars, Hydrating Toner and Regenerating Serum for 99,90 € instead of 114,60 €.

No more patchy make-up

Your foundation isn't the problem. Your base might be

Patchy foundation? Makeup that looks cakey no matter how much you blend? Before blaming your products, take a closer look at your skin prep. The secret might not be in your makeup bag, but in your skincare routine.

Here's what your skin might be telling you

Dead skin cells can build up on the surface, creating uneven texture that makes it harder to apply your makeup smoothly. After all, makeup can only look as smooth as the skin it sits on.

The fix? Less layering, more prepping

Adding more foundation can make dry patches and flakes more noticeable. Instead, start with gentle exfoliation and proper hydration. Smoother-feeling skin helps set the stage for a more even-looking makeup finish.

BECAUSE GOOD SKIN PREP ISN'T JUST ONE STEP

Your Best Base Is a Team Effort

Exfoliating is just the beginning. For skin that feels smooth, hydrated, and ready for makeup, every step matters. This routine brings together 3 skincare essentials, each with its own purpose. From gentle exfoliation to lasting hydration, every step helps prepare your skin for a smoother-looking makeup finish.

Exfoliating Bar

Gently removes dead skin cells and smooths rough patches.

Hydrating Toner

Replenishes moisture and soothes freshly exfoliated skin while supporting your skin barrier.

Regenerating Serum

Draws hydration deep into the skin and keeps it there. Soothes and calms the skin. For smooth, plump-feeling skin and a radiant look.

*Reported by verified customers after using the Regenerating Serum

Tanja’s full routine + save extra 12%

4 steps. One system.

$120.00

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Make-up only looks as good as the skin underneath. This routine cleanses, gently exfoliates and hydrates, so your skin is smooth and ready for any look.

Toner and Serum are Dermatest® approved

What's included?

Boosting Bar

Cleanses for a fresh, radiant look
Leaves skin feeling hydrated and comfortable

Hydrating Toner

Calms the look of redness
Refines the appearance of pores
Hydrates and supports the skin barrier

Exfoliating Bar

Lifts away dead skin cells
Smooths rough-feeling texture

Regenerating Serum

Smooths uneven-looking texture
Supports a calmer-looking complexion
Soothes irritated skin and visible redness

Dark marks and uneven tone left behind after breakouts. After 2 month with a consistent Viva Maia routine, the marks look fainter and the skin tone looks more even.

Real customer, unretouched photos.

What our customer say:

89% report fewer breakouts and blemishes*

92% feel their skin is more hydrated*

80% confirm a soothing effect on their skin*

*Consumer perception based on 4,454 verified buyer reviews

Key ingredients

The natural, science-backed ingredients behind our Regenerating Serum - Tepezcohuite & Nochtli.

Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Extract

Tepezcohuite Bark Extract

Tepezcohuite is our hero ingredient, a Mexican bark long known as the "skin tree".

Strengthens your skin barrier: tannins gently tighten the skin's surface so it holds moisture better.
Supports natural renewal: arabinogalactans help skin renew and look fresher.
Protects from daily stress: antioxidants shield skin from pollution and the environment.

Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Extract

Prickly Pear Fruit Extract

Prickly pear extract, derived from the fruit of the Opuntia ficus-indica plant, is a potent skincare ingredient. Rich in antioxidants like vitamins C and E, along with minerals and fatty acids, it offers numerous benefits for the skin. This extract helps nourish the skin, providing essential moisture and protecting against oxidative stress. Its antioxidant properties help combat signs of aging, while its moisturizing effects leave the skin feeling soft and hydrated.

Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide

Hyaluronic Acid

A plant-based humectant from Cassia angustifolia seed that holds up to 100x its weight in water.

Long-lasting hydration: binds moisture deep into the skin.
Plumper, smoother-looking skin: helps soften the look of fine lines.
Botanical alternative to synthetic HA: plant-derived, structurally similar to hyaluronic acid.

Bougainvillea Glabra Flower Extract

Bugambilia Flower Extract

Bougainvillea glabra flower extract is a botanical extract derived from the flowers of the Bougainvillea glabra plant. It offers antioxidant and enzyme inhibition, beneficial for skin health. It shields the skin from oxidative damage. Furthermore it demonstrates cytotoxic effects against cancer cells, highlighting its relevance not only in skincare but also in healthcare.

Tocopherol

Vitamin E

Vitamin E is a skincare powerhouse. Its active form, alpha-tocopherol, works as a powerful antioxidant that helps protect, hydrate and soften your skin.

Protects from daily stress: its antioxidants neutralise the pollution and stress that dull skin.
Locks in moisture: as an oil-loving vitamin, it sits in skin's natural oils and helps hold moisture in.
Softens the look of fine lines: that same antioxidant action keeps skin looking radiant and nourished.

Community Feedback

My pimples have disappeared

Oct ‘25

Melanie H. · Age & skin type not stated · Verified buyer

Brilliant serum! These days I only use the tonic, then the serum. I don't need a cream afterwards. Since then, my pimples have disappeared! ❤️❤️ I think the bottles are really beautiful too!!! ❤️

Regenerating Serum - Tepezcohuite & Nōchtli

Step 05: Treat • 45mL

My acne has reduced significantly

Nov'25

Dana A. · Age & skin type not stated · Verified buyer

I'm absolutely thrilled 🤩! My skin condition has improved noticeably since using it. My acne has gone down significantly. Combined with the toner and the odd bar here and there, I never want to be without it again! Thank you so much!

Regenerating Serum - Tepezcohuite & Nōchtli

Step 05: Treat • 45mL

Finally, beautiful skin

May'26

Ann-Christin Ahlers · 35-44 · Oily skin · Verified buyer

I was sceptical about the price and whether I should order or not, but I have to say, I'm more than glad I did! At the moment I'm using 5 different Viva Maia products and my skin is so much better. I've always struggled with oily and blemished skin, but it's really improving and feels lovely. The products last a long time, the quality is brilliant and they smell lovely too. The price is absolutely justified 😊 you've definitely won me as a customer ☀️

Harmony Routine

Steps 01→02 & 04→06 • 5 items

Brilliant products!

Jun'26

Anastasia Luithle · 35-44 · Combination skin · Verified buyer

I've been using only these products for a year now. My skin normally reacts to a lot of skincare products with breakouts. But here everything is fine, and even my wrinkles have softened a little :-)

Skin Refining Duo - Tepezcohuite

Steps 04→05 • 2 items

What a year has shown me

May ‘26

Edith Hummelt · Over 65 · Normal skin · Verified buyer

I've been using the skincare set with the bars, toner and the Regenerating Serum for about a year now and I'm absolutely thrilled. My skin is clear, my pores look fine and my skin feels really good. I've already recommended it to my friends and they're just as enthusiastic. I would recommend it 100%.

Regenerating Serum - Tepezcohuite & Nōchtli

Step 05: Treat • 45mL

I'm absolutely thrilled

Jun' 26

Jacqueline Uelpenich · 35-44 · Combination skin · Verified buyer

You could see a result after the very first application. My skin looks noticeably fresher and redness is getting less every day. It gives you such a good feeling and you like looking in the mirror again.

Skin Refining Duo - Tepezcohuite

Steps 04→05 • 2 items

This really does help! 😳

Apr '26

Richard Perndanner · 35-44 · Dry skin · Verified buyer

I noticed a difference after just a few applications. My skin looks more radiant and smoother. Big fan!

Regenerating Serum - Tepezcohuite & Nōchtli

Step 05: Treat • 45mL

Blemishes reduced significantly

Oct ‘25

Janette S. · Age & skin type not stated · Verified buyer

Feels really good on the skin. My skin is more even and my blemishes have reduced significantly. Brilliant serum.

Regenerating Serum - Tepezcohuite & Nōchtli

Step 05: Treat • 45mL

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