FAQ
Products
Which Skin Types are Muhza Products Suitable For?
Muhza products are formulated and suitable for all skin types. Please find a detailed ingredient list on each product page. For any concerns, we recommend conducting a patch test or sharing our ingredient list with your healthcare provider before usage.
Are Muhza Products Vegan or Cruelty Free?
All Muhza products are vegan and cruelty free.
Are Muhza Products Pregnancy Safe?
All Muhza products are created with botanical oils. There is nothing in our formulas that has been identified as unsafe for pregnant or breastfeeding persons, but for any concerns we recommend sharing our ingredient list with your healthcare provider before usage.
Are Muhza Products Clean?
All Muhza products have been formulated with high global standards. Our ingredient list is in line with clean standards specified by third-party retailers such as Sephora and ULTA.
Cycle-Syncing
What is Cycle Syncing?
Cycle syncing is the practice of aligning your lifestyle — how you eat, move, sleep, and care for your skin — with the four phases of your hormonal cycle. It’s not a wellness trend; it’s a strategy backed by biology.
Your hormones fluctuate constantly throughout the month. These shifts impact not only how you feel but how your skin behaves — influencing oil production, hydration, sensitivity, and inflammation¹.
The Four Phases of Your Cycle
Your menstrual cycle is made up of four phases. Each one has a unique hormonal profile, which shows up in your skin.
Menstrual (Days 1–5): Repair + Hydrate
Hormones like estrogen and progesterone are at their lowest. Skin often feels dry, sensitive, or inflamed². This is the time to focus on barrier repair, soothing support, and deep hydration.
Follicular (Days 6–13): Brighten + Renew
Estrogen begins to rise, which supports collagen production, elasticity, and hydration³. Skin looks brighter and more
resilient. It's the perfect phase for gentle exfoliation and renewal.
Ovulatory (Days 14–16): Balance + Prevent
Estrogen peaks and testosterone rises, giving your skin a plump, radiant look — but also increasing oil production⁴.
Now’s the time for antioxidants, clarifying ingredients, and preventative care.
Luteal (Days 17–28): Soothes Blemished Skin + Inflammation
As progesterone surges, so does sebum. Skin becomes oilier, pores clog more easily, and inflammation spikes. Around 80% of women experience premenstrual breakouts during this phase⁵. This is when soothing skin matters most.
How Do Hormones Affect the Skin?
Your skin responds to the hormonal signals it receives.
Estrogen supports barrier function, collagen, and hydration.
Progesterone triggers increased sebum and swelling, which can trap oil.
Testosterone boosts oil production and is linked to hormonal breakouts when unbalanced.
These shifts affect your skin’s texture, tone, oiliness, and sensitivity⁶. They also change how your skin reacts to
ingredients — what works during one week may not be right the next.
How Do I Know What Phase I’m In?
Start with your period: Day 1 of bleeding is Day 1 of your cycle.
If you menstruate regularly, you can follow a general timeline:
Days 1–5: Menstrual
Days 6–13: Follicular
Days 14–16: Ovulatory
Days 17–28: Luteal
If you're not currently menstruating — due to hormonal birth control or an irregular cycle — you can sync based on
symptoms. Here are common signs for each phase:
Menstrual: Fatigue, cramps, low energy, dry/sensitive skin
Follicular: Increased energy, clearer skin, bright tone
Ovulatory: Peak energy, glowy/plump skin, possible oiliness
Luteal: Mood shifts, cravings, breakouts, dull or congested skin
What is Cycle-Synced Skincare?
Cycle-synced skincare is about giving your skin what it needs — when it needs it. Rather than applying the same routine
every day, this approach supports your skin through hormonal shifts.
Most traditional skincare was designed around the idea that skin falls into fixed categories like oily, dry, or sensitive. That model ignores the very real hormonal patterns that influence your skin each month⁷.
Muhza was built to challenge that. Our four-phase system syncs with your cycle:
Menstrual: Hydration + barrier support
Follicular: Gentle exfoliation + brightening
Ovulatory: Balancing + oil control
Luteal: Soothes blemished skin + inflammation relief
We don’t believe in overcomplicated routines — just smarter timing. Backed by science, rooted in rhythm.
Shipping
How Long Will My Order Take to Arrive?
We process orders Monday – Friday, excluding holidays. Please allow up to 3 business days for orders to be processed before shipping. Your order may take longer to ship if we’re experiencing high order volume. You will get a notification and tracking number via email when a tracking number has been created. On average, orders are delivered 5-7 business days after fulfillment. We are not responsible for any delays with carrier transit times.
Where Do You Ship?
We ship to all 50 states in the United States, US Territories, and APO/FPO.
Orders And Payment
How Can I Check My Order?
You can view your order via the confirmation email that has been sent to your account.
When Will My Credit Card Be Charged?
Your credit card will be charged as soon as your order is processed.
Can I Cancel Or Change an Order?
We begin processing orders quickly so we aren’t able to accommodate changes to most orders. Please contact the team at hello@muhzabeauty.com with your order information and we will do our best to accommodate your request, but cannot guarantee any changes can be made after an order is placed. We are not responsible for any address errors or order delays after your package leaves our facility.
Returns and Refunds
What Is Your Return Policy?
If you’re not satisfied with your Muhza order, you can return your products within 30 days of when you placed the order to receive a refund. Please contact our team at hello@muhzabeauty.com and we’ll help you out with any returns and additional questions. Note: original shipping charges are non-refundable.
