half & half fluid moisturizer

Description

AQUA, GLYCERIN, PROPANEDIOL, ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE (Potentially comedogenic), ETHYLHEXYL OLIVATE, SQUALANE (Squalane, Hydrogenated Oil), HYDROLYZED RICE PROTEIN, CERAMIDE NP (Ceramide), CERAMIDE AS (Ceramide), CERAMIDE NS (Ceramide), CERAMIDE EOP (Ceramide), CERAMIDE AP (Ceramide), Hexapeptide-11 (Peptide), PALMITOYL TRIPEPTIDE-1 (Peptide), PALMITOYL TETRAPEPTIDE-7 (Peptide), POLYGLYCERYL-10 STEARATE, TRIOLEIN, AMMONIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE/VP COPOLYMER, GLYCERYL OLEATE, UNDECANE, HYDROXYACETOPHENONE, GLYCERYL DIOLEATE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, XANTHAN GUM, TRIDECANE, BETAINE (Sugar), SODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM PHYTATE, SODIUM PCA (Natural moisturizing factor), SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SODIUM LACTATE, PCA, SODIUM BENZOATE, SERINE (Amino acid), ALANINE (Amino acid), PALMITIC ACID (Fatty acid), WISTERIA (Amino acid), HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, ETHYLHEXYL PALMITATE (Esterified oil, potentially comedogenic), BUTYLENE GLYCOL, PHENOXYETHANOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, GLUTAMIC ACID (Amino acid), LYSINE HCL (Amino acid), THREONINE (Amino acid), ARGININE (Amino acid), PROLINE (Amino acid), TOCOPHEROL (Vitamin E), CARBOMER, POLYSORBATE 20 (Nonionic surfactant)

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Visit Prequel Half & Half Fluid Moisturizer The Prequel brand is primarily aimed at skin in need of hydration, skin barrier repair, and anti-aging. Its fluid and light texture makes it particularly suitable for normal to combination skin, even sensitive skin, seeking comfort without a greasy feel. My analysis of the formulation reveals a desire to target dehydration, loss of suppleness, and the first signs of aging, while respecting the skin's balance.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three active ingredients stand out in this formula. First, the ceramides (NP, AS, NS, EOP, AP) which play a fundamental role in restoring and maintaining the skin barrier, thereby limiting water loss and protecting the skin from external aggressions. Next, the squalane, a biomimetic lipid, provides nourishment and softness without weighing down the skin, while strengthening skin tolerance. Finally, the peptides (hexapeptide-11, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7) stimulate collagen and elastin synthesis, contributing to firmness and wrinkle prevention. This synergy of active ingredients gives the product remarkable effectiveness in terms of hydration and anti-aging protection.

Tips and Application Ritual

I recommend applying this fluid morning and/or evening to clean skin as the last step in your skincare routine before applying sunscreen in the morning. It fits perfectly into a minimalist routine or as a complement to active ingredients such as niacinamide or hyaluronic acid. However, I recommend avoiding immediate combination with powerful retinoids or exfoliating acids to limit any risk of irritation, especially on sensitive skin.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

This product stands out for its rich content of repairing and moisturizing agents, while remaining light and non-occlusive. It is generally very well tolerated, although the presence of esterified oils may not be suitable for skin that is very prone to blemishes. In conclusion, it is an excellent choice for strengthening the skin barrier and preventing aging, with a minor caveat for very oily or acne-prone skin.