AC Collection Lightweight Soothing Moisturizer

Description

PROPOLIS EXTRACT (Propolis), ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF WATER (Aloe vera), Camellia sinensis leaf water (Green tea), BUTYLENE GLYCOL, CETYL ETHYLHEXANOATE, GLYCERIN, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, NIACINAMIDE (Vitamin B3), HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER, CYCLOMETHICONE (Silicone), CETEARYL OLIVATE, BETAINE (Sugar), CETEARYL ALCOHOL, SORBITAN OLIVATE, PANTHENOL (Pro-vitamin B5), ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, ALLANTOIN (Active ingredient derived from comfrey), XANTHAN GUM, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER (Silicone), SODIUM HYALURONATE (Hyaluronic acid), ARGININE (Amino acid), ZINC PCA (Zinc), BETAINE SALICYLATE (Derived from salicylic acid), Mint extract, MENTHYL LACTATE, CITRIC ACID, MELALEUCA ALTERNIFOLIA LEAF OIL (Tea tree essential oil), ASIATICOSIDE (Active ingredient derived from Centella asiatica), ASIATIC ACID (Active ingredient derived from Centella asiatica), MADECASSIC ACID (Active ingredient derived from Centella asiatica)

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Visit Cosrx AC Collection Lightweight Soothing Moisturizer is primarily intended for acne-prone, combination to oily skin types that are prone to blemishes and inflammation. In my expert opinion, Cosrx's formula aims to soothe and moisturize without weighing down the skin, while regulating excess sebum and promoting skin repair. This product is designed to respect the skin barrier, with a light texture suitable for sensitive or reactive skin, which is often weakened by acne treatments.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three key ingredients stand out in this formula:

• Propolis : known for its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, it helps to calm redness and limit the bacterial proliferation responsible for acne.
• Centella Asiatica (Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid) : this plant extract promotes healing, reduces inflammation, and strengthens the skin barrier, a major asset for skin prone to post-acne hyperpigmentation.
• Niacinamide Vitamin B3 regulates sebum production, reduces pigmentation spots, and improves skin texture, while providing a soothing effect.

The synergy of these active ingredients, combined with moisturizing agents such as hyaluronic acid and aloe vera, gives this treatment overall effectiveness against acne, sensitivity, and dehydration.

Tips and Application Ritual

I apply this product in the morning and/or evening, on clean, dry skin, after my serum. It fits perfectly into a minimalist routine or as a complement to anti-acne treatments. Compatible with most active ingredients (hyaluronic acid, centella, zinc), I do, however, avoid layering it with highly exfoliating products (strong AHAs/BHAs) to limit the risk of irritation.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

This product stands out for its light, non-greasy texture and excellent tolerance. Its strengths lie in its combination of soothing, repairing, and sebum-regulating active ingredients. It has a subtle natural fragrance, but it remains discreet. In conclusion, it is a good choice for blemish-prone skin seeking hydration, soothing, and prevention of breakouts, without any occlusive effect.