Aqua – Cream-gel for normal to combination skin

Description

AQUA, GLYCERIN, DIBUTYL ADIPATE, C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloildimethyl taurate copolymer, POLYISOBUTENE (Mineral Oil), ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE (Uvinul t150, UVB filter), PHENOXYETHANOL, PANTHENOL (Pro-vitamin B5), TOCOPHERYL ACETATE (Vitamin E derivative), COCO-CAPRYLATE, DISODIUM EDTA, DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE (Uvinul A plus, SHORT UVA filter, LONG UVA filter), ETHYLPARABEN, METHYLPARABEN, BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE (Tinosorb S, UVB filter, SHORT UVA, LONG UVA), PERFUM (Perfume), DIMETHICONE (Silicone), SODIUM HYDROXIDE, ALLANTOIN (Active ingredient derived from comfrey), ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, BENZOIC ACID, CAPRYLYL/CAPRYL GLUCOSIDE (Nonionic surfactant), DEHYDROACETIC ACID, PYRUS MALUS FRUIT EXTRACT (Apple), Panicum miliaceum extract (Common millet), BENZYL ALCOHOL (Regulated allergen), Chlorella vulgaris/lupinus albus protein ferment, PECTIN, CITRONELLOL (Regulated allergen), TOCOPHEROL (Vitamin E), TANNIC ACID, CI 42051 (Blue dye), POTASSIUM SORBATE, SODIUM SULFATE

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Cien's Aqua cream-gel is primarily intended for normal to combination skin types seeking light hydration without a greasy feel. Its gel-cream texture is particularly suited to the needs of skin prone to shine or dehydration, while avoiding excess oiliness. My analysis of the formulation reveals a desire to target skin dehydration, while providing antioxidant protection and immediate comfort. This product is part of a daily skincare routine, ideal for people exposed to environmental aggressions or looking for a versatile moisturizer.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three main assets catch my attention:

• Glycerine : A powerful humectant, it attracts and retains water in the stratum corneum, ensuring long-lasting hydration and limiting insensible water loss.
• Panthenol (Pro-vitamin B5) Known for its soothing and restorative properties, it promotes skin regeneration and calms irritation, which is beneficial for sensitive skin or after sun exposure.
• Tocopherol (Vitamin E) : A major antioxidant, it protects the skin from free radicals and oxidative stress, helping to prevent premature aging.

The inclusion of modern UV filters (Tinosorb S, Uvinul A Plus, Uvinul T150) provides additional sun protection, which is rare for a moisturizer in this segment.

Tips and Application Ritual

I recommend applying this gel cream in the morning, on clean, dry skin, in a thin layer on the face and neck. It can be used alone or in combination with a moisturizing serum. It is compatible with most active ingredients, but it is best to avoid immediate combination with powerful exfoliating treatments (AHA/BHA acids) to limit the risk of irritation.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

The strengths of this product lie in its light texture, moisturizing properties, and antioxidant protection. The presence of UV filters is a notable advantage. One drawback is the presence of fragrance and colorants, which may not be suitable for very sensitive or reactive skin. In conclusion, this is an effective product, well formulated for daily moisturizing of normal to combination skin.