Bora Barrier Repair Cream

Description

AQUA, GLYCERIN, PROPANEDIOL, ETHYLHEXYL OLIVATE, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER (Vegetable shea butter), C10-18 TRIGLYCERIDES, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER, CETEARYL OLIVATE, SORBITAN OLIVATE, BETA-SITOSTEROL, Evening Primrose Oil (Evening primrose vegetable oil), Sclerocarya birrea seed oil (Marula vegetable oil), Simmondsia chinensis seed oil (Jojoba vegetable oil), CALOPHYLLUM INOPHYLLUM SEED OIL (Tamanu vegetable oil), OLEIC ACID (Fatty acid), SQUALANE (Squalane, Hydrogenated Oil), BUTYLENE GLYCOL, GLUCOSYL CERAMIDE (Ceramide), LINOLEIC ACID (Fatty acid), LINOLENIC ACID (Fatty acid), GLYCOSPHINGOLIPIDS, ROSA CANINA FRUIT OIL (Rosehip vegetable oil), MORINGA OLEIFERA SEED OIL (Moringa vegetable oil), ALPHA-GLUCAN, RESVERATROL (Antioxidant), EPIGALLOCATECHIN GALLATE (Active ingredient derived from green tea), MAGNESIUM ASPARTATE, ZINC GLUCONATE (Zinc), COPPER GLUCONATE (Copper), ACACIA SENEGAL GUM, SODIUM PCA (Natural moisturizing factor), PALMITOYL TRIPEPTIDE-1 (Peptide), PALMITOYL TETRAPEPTIDE-7 (Peptide), SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE, Haematococcus pluvialis extract (Seaweed extracts), QUERCETIN, ASTAXANTHIN (Antioxidant), MAGNESIUM ASCORBYL PHOSPHATE (Vitamin C derivative), CERAMIDE AP (Ceramide), CERAMIDE NP (Ceramide), CERAMIDE EOP (Ceramide), DEXTRIN, PALMITIC ACID (Fatty acid), COCO-GLUCOSIDE (Nonionic surfactant), SODIUM LACTATE, STEARIC ACID (Fatty acid), PENTYLENE GLYCOL, Brassica campestris seed oil (Rapeseed vegetable oil), TETRAHEXYLDECYL ASCORBATE (Vitamin C derivative), Sodium lauroyl lactylate, PHYTOSPHINGOSINE (Pre ceramide), CHOLESTEROL (Cholesterol), XANTHAN GUM, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, CITRIC ACID, PHENOXYETHANOL, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, TOCOPHEROL (Vitamin E), POLYSORBATE 60 (Nonionic surfactant), CARBOMER, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Visit Drunk Elephant Bora Barrier Repair Cream is primarily intended for fragile, dry, or sensitive skin, seeking to restore and strengthen the skin barrier. My analysis of the formulation reveals an expert approach to skin repair, with a synergy of lipid and antioxidant active ingredients. This treatment targets dryness, dehydration, and feelings of discomfort, and is also suitable for mature skin or skin exposed to external aggressions (cold, pollution, dermatological treatments).

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three key active ingredients structure the effectiveness of this treatment:

• Ceramides and Squalane: Ceramides (AP, NP, EOP) combined with squalane mimic the skin's natural lipid structure. They restore cellular cohesion, limit insensible water loss, and strengthen the barrier function, which is essential for dry or damaged skin.
• Vegetable oils (Marula, Jojoba, Tamanu, Evening Primrose): Rich in essential fatty acids (omega 6 and 9), they intensely nourish, soothe, and provide natural antioxidants, promoting skin repair and suppleness.
• Powerful antioxidants (Resveratrol, Astaxanthin, Vitamin E): They protect the skin from oxidative stress, limit inflammation, and help prevent premature aging.

The presence of peptides and vitamin C derivatives complements the repairing and anti-aging action, justifying the quality and versatility of the product.

Tips and Application Ritual

I prefer to apply this cream in the evening, on clean skin, after applying serum. It can be used morning and evening for very dry skin. It is compatible with most moisturizing active ingredients (hyaluronic acid, niacinamide), but I recommend avoiding immediate combination with retinoids or exfoliating acids to limit the risk of irritation.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

Drunk Elephant's Bora Barrier Repair Cream stands out for its rich, biomimetic, and highly restorative formula. Its enveloping texture provides comfort without leaving a greasy residue. One slight drawback: the absence of fragrance may leave a neutral scent, but this maximizes tolerance. In conclusion, it is an expert, safe skincare product suitable for demanding skin types.