How has Tepezcohuite become so prominent in the skincare community?
We are not shy about saying we offered this serum 10 years ago. As usual, Garden of Wisdom was ahead of its time. We are always so proud when this happens (which happens a lot over the years).
Known as Tenuiflora Mimosa, Tepezcohuite is a traditional Mexican plant. Tepezcohuite benefits in skin healing and skin care. The skincare community appreciates Tepezcohuite for its calming, antioxidant, and healing properties.
Salma Hayek says in Elle Magazine ... "I use an ingredient called Tepezcohuite that's used in Mexico for burn victims because it completely regenerates the skin," Hayek told Elle magazine. "Some of the ingredients, when I took them to the American labs, they were like, 'Oh my God! How come nobody is using this?' This is why I have no Botox, no peels, no fillings."
Exceptional Skin Rejuvenator
The root bark of Tepezcohuite has tannins, flavonoids, and trace minerals. These increase the presence of proteins for the skin. Tepezcohuite aids in burns and wounds, improves skin issues, fine lines, and signs of aging.
Natural Antimicrobial Action
Thanks to its high tannin levels, Tepezcohuite exhibits natural antibacterial and antifungal properties. This makes it a helpful ingredient in formulations for treating acne, healing wounds, or soothing irritated skin.
Reduces Inflammation
Tepezcohuite has anti-inflammatory properties. It helps reduce redness, swelling, and skin irritation. This makes it suitable for sensitive skin.
Rich in Protective Antioxidants
The plant contains flavonoids and saponins that combat free radicals. These provide a defense against pollution and sunlight that can speed up skin aging.
A Time-Honored Remedy
Its traditional use dates back to the 1980s, when it was used to treat severe burns in Mexico. Over time, people have started using Tepezcohuite for wound healing in South America and elsewhere.
Optimal Applications in Skincare:
~ Healing creams and balms for burns, scars, and wounds ~ Anti-aging formulations that boost collagen synthesis ~ Acne treatments that help soothe and clarify the skin ~ Products designed for sensitive skin to reduce redness and inflammation
Method of Application Apply a thin layer to clean skin 2x per day before your hydrating serum phase and before any oils or creams.
Shelf Life and Storage Information for Our Products and Ingredients
Finished Products - generally don't need to be refrigerated as they are preserved, but you can refrigerate them to extend their shelf life. The shelf life for most products is 9-12 months. Vitamin C Serum(s) and VitaResurface products should continually be refrigerated to extend their shelf life. Sample Sizes - do have a shorter shelf life (generally 3-6 months), and items in jars can dry up quicker than this if the lid is not tightened well enough (Vitamin C Serums - use within 90 days).
Please Keep Your Products Out of Humidity, Heat, Direct Light and in a Dark Cabinet When Possible
Exfoliating Acid - products have a shelf life of 9-12 months. The only things we don't suggest refrigerating are the Mandelic Acid Serums or Salicylic Acid Serums, as they can crystallize in the refrigerator. If this happens, you can set the product into a hot water bath to see if the crystals will dissolve.
Additional Items That Require Refrigeration and/or Kept in the Dark
Hydrosols and Distillates - remove 1 ounce of hydrosol and add it to a separate, sterilized spray bottle and spritzer. Keep the larger bottle in the refrigerator. Carrier and Exotic Oils - generally refrigerate all carrier oils, although some very rich oils will solidify. This is fine. All you have to do is take the oil out, warm it up at room temperature, and it should liquefy. If not, set the bottle in a hot water bath and occasionally shake the bottle, which will hopefully turn into a liquid. Some oils, like coconut cream and jojoba oil, have a super long shelf life.
Refrigeration of The Following Ingredients is Not Necessary, But it Won't hurt
Essential Oils - essential oils are best stored in a cool, dark place. Co2 Extracts - these should continually be refrigerated. Butters - we suggest refrigerating our "skincare" butters. You can remove what you need and keep the rest in the fridge. Clays - keep in a dry, dark place. Shelf life is at least 2 years. Herbs All herbs <i>(whole or ground)</i> should be kept in a dark, cool, and dry location. Herbal (liquid) Extracts are created using grain alcohol. The alcohol pulls the constituents (properties) from each herb, root, trunk, leaf, and flower. They have a shelf life of 3-5 years. They can be stored in the refrigerator or a dark, dry place. Other Raw Ingredients - such as Sodium PCA, Honeyquat, Oat Beta Glucan, etc., will all have different shelf lives.
Aloe Vera Gel - Soothing, healing and inhibits growth of some bacteria. Aloe vera gel is also anti-inflammatory.
Tepezcohuite – skin restorer, anti-inflammatory effects, anti-oxidant, great for blemish and acne prone skin.
Silicone Gel - Leaves skin feeling silky and smooth without any greasy or sticky residue. Helps lock in moisture by forming a water-repellent barrier that keeps skin soft and hydrated.
Zemea - Organic, non-GMO, corn-based glycol - safer option than propylene or butylene glycols.
Hyaluronic Acid - Hydrates skin, holds up to 1,000 times its weight in water.
Carbomer (Sodium Carbomer) - Leaves skin feeling silky and smooth without any greasy or sticky residue. Helps lock in moisture by forming a water-repellent barrier that keeps skin soft and hydrated.
Optiphen - A paraben and formaldehyde-free preservative.
I am really thankful that I tried this product. After everything that my skin has gone through, Tepezcohuite Calming & Brightening Complex has helped my skin to look & feel so much better. Thank you everyone at GoW for everything!
Thank you for this fantastic feedback for our Tepexcohuite Calming and Brightening Complex.
We had a challenge as to who could say 'tepezcohuite' the fastest 10 times. hahahaha It quickly became 'Tepez.'
Please let us know if we can assist you with any of your future skincare products.
Markey and her brilliant crew.
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Jen
Fantastic product
I have very red and easily irritated skin. This product annihilates the redness overnight. I had been really struggling to find something that helped and this was the only thing that did. It didn't irritate my skin in any way when applied. If there's a moisturizer to match in the future, I volunteer as the guinea pig lol. Thank you for a wonderful product.
Hi Jen!
Thank you for taking the time to write this review. The Tepezcohuite Calming & Brightening Complex has become popular, and for the same reasons, it has helped your skin. We are so happy for you!
Markey ˖˳·˖ ִֶָ ⋆͙⋆ ִֶָ˖·˳˖ ִֶָ
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Florence
This is a Yes!
I received the .25 oz. size to sample this serum because of the description/statements made. I'm using it in conjunction with another GOW product so I'm not truly sure of this serum's affect but I believe it is helping to reduce hyperpigmentation and even skin tone. I really like the way the serum feels on the skin and I'll continue to use it in hope of continued results.
Florence ~ Yes to this Yes!
We’re so happy you’re enjoying the feel of the Tepezcohuite Serum. It’s one of our personal favorites for supporting skin tone and glow. Pairing it with other GOW goodies is a great move, and we’re keeping our fingers crossed for even more visible results as you keep going!
Thank you for giving it a try and sharing your experience ✨
~ Markey & the Garden of Wisdom Team
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Laura Bush
This product is amazing
This product is amazing. My skin looks and feels better after only a couple of weeks. I am pleased. Thank you Mother Earth for the gifts Garden of Wisdom uses from you. Thank you Garden of Wisdom for using these gifts for our benefit. Blessings to all of you
Laura
Thank you so much for this beautiful message. We’re deeply touched by your kind words and so grateful to be part of your skincare journey. Tepezcohuite (the ingredient) truly is one of nature’s treasures, and we feel honored to work with such powerful gifts from the earth. Sending you our warmest thanks and many blessings in return
~ Markey and the Garden of Wisdom Team
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Kerrie W.
Wonderfully unique serum!
So I had never heard of Tepezcohuite until I saw an article about Salma Hayek. It claims her beauty and lack of aging is due to this particular ingredient, which of course sparked my interest in researching a little more about it. (I have mentioned in other reviews that because I live in the same town as Garden of Wisdom, I have the absolute pleasure of picking up my orders in person).
I love talking with Jen and Markie, they are extremely knowledgeable and always take the time to answers questions or explain things in detail.
I just happened to ask them about tepezcohuite, and it turned out that they have it! I’ve been using it a short time, but I love it! It’s evening out my skin tone in a “glowy” kind of way, smoothing the texture and has completely cleared up my adult acne, which is a huge plus for me!!
It has a silky, satin like feel- It’s not sticky or tacky, and absorbs perfectly! I’m curious to see what the long term results give, but it’s a keeper in my book!!
Kerrie! What a great way to market this! It really is a unique serum.
Thank you to Salma Hyek!
You are such a cool lady and we always love chatting with you as well.
Again, thank you for your enthusiasm.
I’ve been trying many of the cleansers that GOW makes and I love them all, but I think this is my absolute favorite so far. The texture is absolutely luxurious and I love the smell. It’s really gentle on my sensitive skin yet leaves it feeling clean and soft. Thanks for another great product, GOW!
Honey Butter Cleanser
Lyn
VISIBLE EFFECTS IN AGING SKIN
This product has made the most difference to fine lines and wrinkles of any one product I use, especially in DEEP FROWN LINES IN LOWER FACE - and I use a lot of serums! It is definitely worth the price - the most I've ever spent on any skincare product. After trying the small-sized bottle, I purchased the 4 oz bottle at regular price and bought another bottle two weeks later during GOW's spring sale!
I’m really loving this hand cream. It’s super luxurious and at the same time not too heavy or thick. It feels greasy at first, which I happen to like because my skin is really dry, but then it absorbs quickly.
Quiet Glow Hand Crème
Laura
It Just Happened skin hydrator
Very hydrating and just what my skin needed. Helped me tremendously.
It Just Happened! Amazing Skin Hydrator
Laura
Copper Peptides
Wonderful product! I Noticed a more lifted youthful glow.
Indigo Glow Copper .5% Peptide Renewal Serum
Anonymous
Great oil
Great oil, smells nice and worked well for my beard oil blend. I did some research and this was a non-typical carrier oil I wanted to try. Leaves a nice shine and absorbs well.
Daikon Radish Oil
Kelly Durden
My skin immediately looks and feels better after using this
My skin immediately looks and feels better after using this. Its a must have in my routine now.
Eternal Youth Elixir - Rejuvenation Formula
Beans
works for my sensitive, allergy-prone skin
Got a full size! I need limited ingredient products due to my skin's Mystery Sensitivities. This serum doesn't aggravate my skin,yippee!
Azelaic Acid 8% Serum
Linda J
I just started using this product
I just started using this product, thus it is too soon to write a review since I have only used this product 3 times.
I’ve been trying many of the cleansers that GOW makes and I love them all, but I think this is my absolute favorite so far. The texture is absolutely luxurious and I love the smell. It’s really gentle on my sensitive skin yet leaves it feeling clean and soft. Thanks for another great product, GOW!
Margie,
This is so lovely to read… thank you
It means a lot, especially knowing you’ve tried so many of our cleansers. We’re really glad this one is standing out for
you… that balance of gentleness, softness, and still feeling clean is exactly what we hope for.
Our best, always your GoW team and Jen, of course ℒ ♡
This product has made the most difference to fine lines and wrinkles of any one product I use, especially in DEEP FROWN LINES IN LOWER FACE - and I use a lot of serums! It is definitely worth the price - the most I've ever spent on any skincare product. After trying the small-sized bottle, I purchased the 4 oz bottle at regular price and bought another bottle two weeks later during GOW's spring sale!
Lyn ... Thank you!
This means so much… truly ❤️
Hearing that it’s making a visible difference, especially in deeper lines, is something we never take lightly. And the fact that you came back for the larger size, and then again during the sale… that kind of trust means everything to us.
Thank you for sharing this so thoughtfully.
Markey, Jen, and our amazing team ͙֒
I’m really loving this hand cream. It’s super luxurious and at the same time not too heavy or thick. It feels greasy at first, which I happen to like because my skin is really dry, but then it absorbs quickly.
Hi Margie!
This is such a good description
That “rich at first but absorbs quickly” feeling is exactly the sweet spot… I’m so glad your skin is loving it.
NOTE: My skin loves it too. My hands are about to turn 70 (nothing else, of course), and this is very comforting.
Thank you for being a lovely customer and friend.
Your GoW Team
