Light cream

Description

AQUA, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, DIGLYCERIN, glyceryl stearate citrate, MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE, GLYCERIN, SERINE (Amino acid), LACTIC ACID (AHA exfoliating acid), C10-18 TRIGLYCERIDES, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, CHOLESTEROL (Cholesterol), CERAMIDE AP (Ceramide), CERAMIDE NG (Ceramide), CERAMIDE NP (Ceramide), GLYCOLIPIDS, PHYTOSPHINGOSINE (Pre ceramide), SPHINGOLIPIDS (Pre ceramide), LINOLEIC ACID (Fatty acid), LINOLENIC ACID (Fatty acid), OLEIC ACID (Fatty acid), JOJOBA ESTERS, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED WAX, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL (Sunflower vegetable oil), PALMITIC ACID (Fatty acid), STEARIC ACID (Fatty acid), POLYGLYCERIN-3, GLYCERYL STEARATE, SODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE, SODIUM CHLORIDE, WISTERIA (Amino acid), PCA, UREA (Urea), HISTIDINE (Amino acid), POTASSIUM PCA, LYSINE HCL (Amino acid), ACETYL GLUCOSAMINE (Antioxidant), ARGININE (Amino acid), ASPARTIC ACID (Amino acid), CALCIUM PCA, MAGNESIUM PCA, GLUTAMINE (Amino acid), LEUCINE (Amino acid), PHENYLALANINE (Amino acid), TYROSINE (Amino acid), GLUCOSE (Sugar), TOCOPHEROL (Vitamin E), CELLULOSE GUM, XANTHAN GUM, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, DEHYDROACETIC ACID, SODIUM GLUCONATE, SODIUM ANISATE, SODIUM LEVULINATE

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Cyla's light cream is mainly intended for dry, dehydrated, or fragile skin showing signs of a compromised skin barrier. Its formula, rich in lipid-replenishing and moisturizing agents, makes it an ideal choice for restoring the skin's barrier function, soothing feelings of discomfort, and preventing imperceptible water loss. My expert opinion is that this cream is part of a modern dermo-cosmetic approach focused on repairing and protecting the epidermis while respecting the skin's physiology.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three key ingredients stand out in this formula:

• Ceramides (AP, NG, NP) These biomimetic lipids are essential for cell cohesion and restoring the skin barrier. They limit dehydration and strengthen the skin's resistance to external aggressions.
• Lactic acid This gentle AHA promotes gentle exfoliation, stimulates cell renewal, and improves hydration by drawing water into the stratum corneum.
• Urea : A powerful moisturizer, it increases the skin's ability to retain water and softens roughness, while having a soothing effect on sensitive skin.

The presence of essential fatty acids, phytosphingosine, and cholesterol complements the repairing and moisturizing action, justifying the quality of this treatment for skin lacking comfort.

Tips and Application Ritual

I apply CylaCrème Light in the morning and/or evening to clean, dry skin, paying particular attention to dry or irritated areas. It fits perfectly into a minimalist routine or as a complement to soothing active ingredients (niacinamide, panthenol). I avoid combining it with powerful exfoliants (retinoids, strong acids) to limit the risk of irritation, especially in cases of sensitive skin.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

CylaCrème Légère stands out for its fine, non-greasy texture and excellent tolerance. Its biomimetic formula, rich in ceramides and moisturizers, makes it an ideal choice for restoring the skin barrier. The only possible downside is that lactic acid, although mild, may need to be monitored on ultra-reactive skin. In conclusion, it is a safe, effective product suitable for a wide range of users.