Intensive Meadow Cream 150ml

Description

AQUA, GLYCERIN, Sweet Almond Oil (Sweet almond vegetable oil), ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE (Potentially comedogenic), HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL (Sunflower vegetable oil), BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER (Vegetable shea butter), METHYLPROPANEDIOL, CETEARYL OLIVATE, SORBITAN OLIVATE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, PALMITIC/STEARIC TRIGLYCERIDE, PANTHENOL (Pro-vitamin B5), TOCOPHERYL ACETATE (Vitamin E derivative), PHYTOSTEROLS, PERSEA GRATISSIMA OIL (Avocado vegetable oil (comedogenic)), OLEA EUROPAEA FRUIT OIL (Olive vegetable oil), Chamomilla recutita flower extract (Wild chamomile (German)), Calendula officinalis flower extract (Calendula «Marigold»), Witch Hazel Extract (Witch hazel), Perennial Daisy Flower Extract (Daisy), Sweet Orange Peel Oil (Essential oil), LAVANDULA HYBRIDA EXTRACT (Lavandin (Allergen)), LINALOOL (Regulated allergen), LIMONENE (Regulated allergen), CITRONELLOL (Regulated allergen), GERANIOL (Regulated allergen), COUMARIN (Regulated allergen), EUGENOL (Regulated allergen), BENZYL SALICYLATE (Regulated allergen), PERFUM (Perfume), LACTIC ACID (AHA exfoliating acid), XANTHAN GUM, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, SODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE, PHENYLPROPANOL, TOCOPHEROL (Vitamin E)

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Visit Kneipp Intensive Meadow Cream is primarily intended for dry to very dry skin prone to dehydration, discomfort, or roughness. Its formula, rich in emollients and plant extracts, aims to restore the skin barrier and soothe irritation. My expert opinion is that this product is a nourishing and repairing treatment, ideal for skin that has been weakened by external aggressions or repeated washing.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three active ingredients stand out in this formula:

• Shea butter : known for its lipid-replenishing and repairing properties, it provides essential fatty acids that strengthen the skin barrier and prevent water loss.
• Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) : it promotes cell regeneration, soothes irritation, and improves skin elasticity, making it a valuable ally for damaged skin.
• Chamomile and calendula extracts : these plant extracts are known for their soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, reducing redness and feelings of heat.

The presence of plant oils (sweet almond, sunflower, avocado, olive) enriches the formula with natural lipids, enhancing its nourishing effectiveness.

Tips and Application Ritual

I prefer to apply this cream in the evening, on clean, dry skin, to maximize nighttime repair. It can also be used in the morning in cases of intense dryness. I recommend avoiding combining it with powerful exfoliating active ingredients (AHA/BHA) in the same routine, but it is compatible with moisturizing or soothing serums. Be careful if your skin is very reactive to the fragrances present.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

The strengths of this product lie in its rich nourishing and soothing ingredients, as well as its enveloping texture that leaves the skin feeling supple and comfortable. One downside: the presence of fragrance and potential allergens, which should be monitored in sensitive skin. In conclusion, it is an excellent choice for restoring and protecting dry skin, provided you tolerate the fragrant extracts.