Aquasource Deep Hydration Cream 48h – Normal to Combination Skin – 50 ml

Description

AQUA, DIMETHICONE (Silicone), GLYCERIN, PRUNUS ARMENIACA KERNEL OIL (Apricot vegetable oil), ALCOHOL DENAT. (Drying alcohol), BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER (Vegetable shea butter), AMMONIUM POLYACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE, MANNOSE (Sugar), GLYCINE SOJA OIL (Soybean oil), PEG/PPG/POLYBUTYLENE GLYCOL-8/5/3 GLYCERIN, CERAMIDE NP (Ceramide), ZINC GLUCONATE (Zinc), GLYCERYL STEARATE, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER (Silicone), DIMETHICONOL (Silicone), SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE (Anionic surfactant), SERINE (Amino acid), 2-oleamido-1,3-octadecanediol (Ceramide), CHOLESTEROL (Cholesterol), DISODIUM EDTA, HYDROXYPALMITOYL SPHINGANINE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, VITREOSCILLA FERMENT, CITRIC ACID, CITRULLINE (Amino acid), MENTHOXYPROPANEDIOL, POLYPERFLUOROMETHYLISOPROPYL ETHER, ACRYLATES/STEARETH-20 METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER, TOCOPHEROL (Vitamin E), Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate (Antioxidant), PHENOXYETHANOL, CI 19140 (Yellow dye), CI 42090 (Blue dye), LINALOOL (Regulated allergen), GERANIOL (Regulated allergen), LIMONENE (Regulated allergen), CITRAL (Regulated allergen), BENZYL ALCOHOL (Regulated allergen), BENZYL SALICYLATE (Regulated allergen), PERFUM (Perfume)

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Visit Biotherm Aquasource 48-hour deep hydration cream is primarily intended for normal to combination skin in need of long-lasting hydration. In my professional opinion, this product aims to restore and maintain the skin's moisture balance while strengthening its protective barrier. Biotherm's formula stands out for its multi-layered approach to hydration, tailored to the daily needs of skin prone to dehydration, tightness, or discomfort, without any greasy effect. It does not specifically target wrinkles or acne, but is part of a routine to prevent skin aging by optimizing hydration.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three major assets catch my attention:

• Glycerine : A powerful humectant, it attracts and retains water in the stratum corneum, ensuring immediate and prolonged hydration.
• Ceramides : Essential for cell cohesion, they restore the skin barrier, limit water loss, and protect against external aggressions.
• Vitreoscilla Ferment : Biotherm's signature active ingredient, it helps strengthen the skin's natural defenses and improve its resilience to environmental stress.

The presence of shea butter and vegetable oils completes the moisturizing and lipid-replenishing action, while providing softness and comfort.

Tips and Application Ritual

I apply this cream morning and/or evening to clean skin, after applying serum. It fits perfectly into a routine with moisturizing active ingredients (hyaluronic acid, niacinamide). I avoid layering it with products that are very rich in exfoliating acids or retinoids to limit the risk of irritation, especially if you have sensitive skin.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

Biotherm Aquasource provides effective hydration and has a fresh, light texture that is ideal for normal to combination skin. Its pleasant but noticeable fragrance may be a drawback for very reactive or allergic skin. In conclusion, it is a reliable, well-tolerated skincare product that meets daily hydration needs while respecting the skin's balance.