Hydra-Essential Refreshing Sorbet Gel for Normal to Combination Skin – 50 ml

Description

AQUA, GLYCERIN, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, PROPANEDIOL, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, Sodium polyacrylate starch, AMMONIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE/VP COPOLYMER, XYLITYLGLUCOSIDE, HYDROXYACETOPHENONE, ANHYDROXYLITOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, PERFUM (Perfume), XYLITOL (Sugar), PYRIDOXINE HCL, SILICA (Silica), DISODIUM EDTA, DECYLENE GLYCOL, GLUCOSE (Sugar), Kalanchoe pinnata leaf extract (Kalanchoe pennata), ZINC GLUCONATE (Zinc), CITRIC ACID, White Horehound Extract (White horehound), ALCOHOL (Drying alcohol), PHENETHYL ALCOHOL (Drying alcohol), Furcellaria Lumbricalis Extract, SODIUM BENZOATE, TRIS(TETRAMETHYLHYDROXYPIPERIDINOL) CITRATE, POTASSIUM SORBATE, CI 42090 (Blue dye), LAPSANA COMMUNIS FLOWER/LEAF/STEM EXTRACT (Common hogweed), MARIS SAL (Sea salt), Japanese Beautyberry Fruit Extract

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Visit Hydra-Essential Refreshing Sorbet Gel for Normal to Combination Skin from Clarins is primarily intended for skin that lacks moisture and is prone to dehydration, tightness, or discomfort, while also targeting normal to combination skin. Its gel-sorbet texture aims to provide freshness and lightness without any greasy effect, which is particularly suitable for combination skin. My expert opinion is that the formula effectively addresses skin hydration issues while maintaining the balance of skin that tends to shine in the T-zone.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three active ingredients stand out in this formula:

• Glycerine : A powerful humectant, it attracts and retains water in the stratum corneum, strengthening the skin barrier and limiting insensible water loss.
• Kalanchoe pinnata extract : Known for its moisturizing properties and ability to stimulate hyaluronic acid synthesis, this plant promotes natural, long-lasting hydration.
• Sugar complex (xylitol, glucose) These molecules optimize water circulation between the different layers of the skin, improving skin suppleness and softness.

The presence of zinc gluconate also has a sebum-regulating effect, which is beneficial for combination skin.

Tips and Application Ritual

I apply this gel morning and/or evening to clean skin, after cleansing and before sunscreen in the morning. It can be combined with moisturizing or soothing serums, but I avoid layering it with very rich or exfoliating acid-based skincare products so as not to overload the skin. Compatible with vitamin C, it should not be used in combination with retinoids to limit the risk of irritation.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

This sorbet gel from Clarins provides effective hydration, a light texture, and an immediate cooling effect, ideal for normal to combination skin. However, its pleasant fragrance may not be suitable for very sensitive or reactive skin. In conclusion, it is a high-quality, well-tolerated moisturizer that can be incorporated into a daily routine for plumped, comfortable skin.