Neutral lipid-replenishing balm

Description

AQUA, GLYCERIN, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER (Vegetable shea butter), CETEARYL ALCOHOL, DICAPRYLYL ETHER, glyceryl stearate citrate, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, CETYL ALCOHOL, COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE, OLUS OIL (Vegetable oil), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder (Aloe vera), CANDELILLA WAX, ALPHA-GLUCAN OLIGOSACCHARIDE (Prebiotic), PROPANEDIOL, HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL (Potentially comedogenic), SODIUM CITRATE, TRIETHYL CITRATE, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, P-ANISIC ACID, CITRIC ACID, GLUCOSE (Sugar), GLUCURONIC ACID, RHAMNOSIS (Sugar), XANTHAN GUM, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL (Sunflower vegetable oil), TOCOPHEROL (Vitamin E)

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Visit Neutral lipid-replenishing balm from Centifolia is primarily intended for dry, sensitive, or atopic skin prone to dehydration, discomfort, and tightness. Its minimalist formula, free of fragrance and allergens, makes it particularly suitable for reactive skin, including that of babies, children, and adults. My expert opinion is that this balm aims to restore the skin barrier and limit insensible water loss, while respecting the skin's natural balance.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three key ingredients stand out in this formula:

• Shea butter Rich in essential fatty acids, it intensely nourishes, replenishes lipids, and protects the skin from external aggressions. Its occlusive action limits dehydration.
• Vegetable glycerin : A powerful humectant, it attracts and retains water in the surface layers of the epidermis, promoting long-lasting hydration.
• Alpha-glucan oligosaccharide : A prebiotic, it supports the skin microbiome, thereby strengthening the skin's natural defenses and limiting irritation.

The presence of plant oils (sunflower, olus) and vitamin E complements the lipid-replenishing and antioxidant action, ensuring a highly tolerable and effective formula that restores skin comfort.

Tips and Application Ritual

I apply this balm morning and/or evening to clean, dry skin, focusing on the driest or most irritated areas. It can be used alone or in combination with a moisturizing serum. It is compatible with most soothing active ingredients (panthenol, ceramides), but I do not recommend combining it with powerful exfoliating active ingredients (AHA/BHA) to avoid irritating fragile skin.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

This neutral lipid-replenishing balm from Centifolia stands out for its high tolerance, fragrance-free formula, and rich but non-greasy texture. It offers an effective solution for dry and sensitive skin. The only potential downside is the presence of hydrogenated vegetable oils, which should be monitored on skin that is very prone to blemishes. In conclusion, it is a safe, protective, and highly restorative skincare product, ideal for the whole family.