By Tatjana Dzamov |
May Lindstrom Review
Senior Medical Aesthetician Tatjana Dzamov’s Professional Opinion on May Lindstrom Products
Patients in both our medspa and functional medicine divisions have been asking more about May Lindstrom products. This is a small-batch, 100% plant‑based skincare line out of Los Angeles best known for its sensorial textures and conscientious sourcing. As part of Donaldson’s education‑driven approach, Senior Medical Aesthetician Tatjana Dzamov, LME tested the entire collection and has integrated it into selective professional facial treatments in Columbus, Ohio.
This May Lindstrom review shares her professional perspective on efficacy, skin feel and where each product fits within a modern routine.
Does Tatjana Recommend May Lindstrom Skincare?
Yes. Tatjana endorses the collection for sensitive, easily‑irritated or post‑treatment skin. She now integrates the entire line of products into protocols where gentle, plant‑centric care is preferred. Beyond the positive therapeutic outcomes, she appreciates the line’s dedication to providing responsible exfoliation and hydration, with an eye toward sensorial experience that encourages consistency.
“It’s fresh, safe, ethically sourced & artisanal. The line is meant to be small — but effective — especially for sensitive or compromised skin.” — Tatjana Dzamov, LME
Who Might Benefit Most from May Lindstrom Products?
These formulas are not a “facelift in a jar.” They’re best for patients who are looking to elevate their existing routine but also have realistic expectations: think refinement of texture, support for natural biological reactivity and sensorial enjoyment. These products tend to pair well with ongoing professional facial treatments and at‑home routines.
Proponents of ingredient transparency will appreciate the brand’s sourcing ethos, with materials “processed in a way that honors the integrity of that particular plant’s unique nature.”
An Overview Of May Lindstrom’s Products
| Product Name | Product Type | What It Does | Key Ingredients |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Blue Cocoon | Melting balm-to-oil moisturizer | Calms visible redness, comforts reactive skin, softens dryness; ideal post‑treatment support. | Blue tansy, marula, shea, cacao, frankincense, myrrh. |
| The Youth Dew | Balancing facial serum (oil) | Lightweight moisture with antioxidant support; helps visibly brighten and cushion lines. | Jojoba, plum, Seabuckthorn, rosehip, tamanu, CoQ10. |
| The Jasmine Garden | Botanical facial mist (toner) | Hydrates, cools and enhances serum absorption; gentle support for sensitive complexions. | Rose water, colloidal silver, jasmine, ylang‑ylang, vanilla, cacao. |
| The Honey Mud | Enzyme & acid “facial pudding” | Silky, low‑effort exfoliation that helps smooth texture and balance the skin’s surface. | Honey, white kaolin, cocoa, ylang‑ylang, frankincense, myrrh, salicylic acid (wintergreen). |
| The Pendulum Potion | Antioxidant cleansing oil | Dissolves sunscreen, makeup and daily buildup without the tightness of foaming gels. | Macadamia, camellia, olive, avocado, plum, tamanu; jasmine & ylang‑ylang. |
| The Clean Dirt | Brightening powder exfoliant | Mixes with water into a mousse; refines look of roughness and discoloration; boosts circulation. | Rhassoul & kaolin clays, vitamin C, sea salt, cacao, cinnamon, clove, turmeric. |
| The Problem Solver | Warming correcting masque | Charcoal‑clay‑cacao fusion that helps decongest while supporting calm, brighter‑looking skin. | Fuller’s earth, rhassoul, activated bamboo charcoal, cacao, cinnamon, nutmeg, vitamin C. |
| The Happy Galaxy | Supercharged body oil | Daily body moisture with brightening and elasticity support. | Camellia, plum, meadowfoam, blue tansy, niacinamide (B3), THD ascorbate (vitamin C), sodium hyaluronate. |
| The Good Stuff | Body & hair radiance oil | Leaves a luminous sheen for event‑ready glow; softens look of dull, dry skin. | Macadamia, sunflower, olive, plum, jojoba, sea buckthorn; touch of mineral mica. |
Tatjana’s Top Picks
The Honey Mud
“It smells like chocolate dipped in rum & feels amazing on the skin.”
This “pudding” provides low‑effort enzymatic and mild acid exfoliation that helps smooth the look of texture while keeping comfort central. This is a smart pick for reactive or dry skin a few times per week.
The Blue Cocoon
“It’s food for the skin. Calming, cooling, comforting. A little goes a long way.”
A melting balm‑to‑oil that cocoons the skin in calming moisture. Tatjana reaches for it after exfoliation, masking or in post‑treatment contexts where heat and redness need a steady hand.
The Clean Dirt
“When you add water, it literally turns into a mousse & makes your skin feel super polished & smooth.”
A powder‑to‑mousse brightening polish that mixes with warm water and aerates into a frothy foam. It supports healthy turnover while helping reduce the look of congestion and dullness.
Additional Solutions With Their Own Unique Benefits
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A vitamin‑rich facial oil that provides lightweight moisture, antioxidant support, and visible radiance; suitable across the Fitzpatrick scale, including mature or breakout‑prone complexions.
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A cooling botanical mist that hydrates and enhances the penetration of both water‑ and oil‑soluble actives; features colloidal silver and aromatic botanicals.
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An antioxidant cleansing oil that gently dissolves sunscreen and makeup while leaving skin soft — a strong alternative for those who cannot tolerate foaming gel cleansers.
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A warming charcoal‑clay masque (powder‑to‑paste) that helps clarify while supporting calm, balanced skin tone; can be used 1–3x weekly.
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A vitamin‑infused body oil designed for daily revitalization. At our shelf level, Tatjana typically prioritizes one body oil to prevent redundancy.
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A radiance body oil that leaves a subtle, event‑ready sheen and replenishes dry skin; Tatjana often recommends it over a separate body shimmer.
“It smells amazing & creates that natural glow patients are searching for. It’s perfect with an open neckline or special event.”
– Tatjana Dzamov, LME
Organic Gua Sha Reset: Elevated Results With Eastern Medicine Massage
Tatjana’s professional twist is the Organic Gua Sha Reset — a focused, spa facial session that works in various elements of the May Lindstrom line through intentional, Eastern‑influenced massage. The goal is to support circulation, lymphatic flow, visible de‑puffing and firmness while leveraging the line’s plant‑based lipid profiles for glide and nourishment.
“Gua Sha helps with blood flow, lymph, fine lines, water retention & overall firmness. The textures of the May Lindstrom products pair just so beautifully with the technique.”
– Tatjana Dzamov, LME
About the Author
Tatjana Dzamov, LME is the Senior Medical Aesthetician at Donaldson Plastic Surgery, where she has performed thousands of professional facial treatments and provides education‑first skincare guidance to patients across skin tones and sensitivities. She specializes in safe and effective interventions as an extension of our functional medicine philosophy, helping patients elevate skin health with responsible exfoliation, thoughtful moisturization and science‑backed product selection.
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