F-Balm Electrolyte Waterfacial Hydrating Mask + T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum

Description

AQUA, SQUALANE, PROPANEDIOL, NIACINAMIDE (Vitamin B3), OLIVE OIL GLYCERETH-8 ESTERS, COCONUT ALKANES, COCOS NUCIFERA WATER (Coco), Simmondsia chinensis seed oil (Jojoba vegetable oil), AMMONIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE/VP COPOLYMER, GLYCERIN, MANNITOL (Sugar), Sclerocarya birrea seed oil (Marula vegetable oil), SODIUM PCA (Natural moisturizing factor), OPUNTIA TUNA FRUIT EXTRACT, Flaxseed Oil (Linseed oil (comedogenic)), SORBITOL, QUERCETIN, TREHALOSE (Sugar), ZEA MAYS OIL (Corn vegetable oil), CETYL ALCOHOL, SUCROSE (Sugar), CREATINE, INOSITOL (Active ingredient derived from the carob tree), PENTYLENE GLYCOL, FERULIC ACID (Antioxidant), HYDROXYTYROSOL, BEHENIC ACID, LINOLEIC ACID (Fatty acid), CHOLESTEROL (Cholesterol), CERAMIDE NS (Ceramide), CERAMIDE AP (Ceramide), CERAMIDE EOS (Ceramide), CERAMIDE NP (Ceramide), CERAMIDE EOP (Ceramide), PHOSPHOLIPIDS, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer (Hyaluronic acid), MAGNESIUM PCA, MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE, ADENOSINE (Active), SODIUM HYALURONATE (Hyaluronic acid), XANTHAN GUM, CAPROOYL PHYTOSPHINGOSINE (Pre ceramide), ASCORBYL PALMITATE (Vitamin C derivative), HYDROXYPROPYL METHYLCELLULOSE, CAPROOYL SPHINGOSINE, COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE, CETEARETH-25, CITRIC ACID, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, PHENOXYETHANOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, SODIUM BENZOATE, TOCOPHEROL (Vitamin E), CHLORPHENESIN, POTASSIUM SORBATE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

The Drunk Elephant F-Balm Electrolyte Waterfacial Moisturizing Mask and T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum duo is primarily intended for dehydrated, dull, or uncomfortable skin, but also for those who wish to improve skin texture and prevent signs of aging. The Drunk Elephant brand stands out for its formulas rich in biomimetic active ingredients that respect the skin barrier. My opinion: the formulation of this moisturizing mask is particularly suitable for skin sensitized by external aggressions or exfoliating treatments, thanks to a synergy of repairing and moisturizing active ingredients.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three key assets catch my attention:

• Ceramides and Cholesterol: These essential lipids restore the skin barrier, limit water loss, and strengthen the skin's resistance to damage. Their synergistic action optimizes the repair of fragile skin.
• Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): This multifunctional active ingredient improves hydration, regulates sebum production, reduces redness, and stimulates collagen synthesis. It contributes to a more even complexion and soothed skin.
• Hyaluronic acid (Sodium Hyaluronate): A powerful humectant, it captures and retains water in the epidermis, providing an immediate and lasting plumping effect.

The quality of the formula is enhanced by the presence of plant oils (marula, jojoba) and antioxidants, which protect the skin from oxidative stress.

Tips and Application Ritual

I recommend applying F-Balm in the evening, generously on clean skin, ideally after a gentle exfoliating serum such as T.L.C. Framboos. It can be used as a treatment or occasionally during periods of dryness. This mask is compatible with most moisturizing and soothing active ingredients, but it is best to avoid immediate combination with retinoids or other powerful exfoliants to limit the risk of irritation.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

Strengths: rich formula, gentle on the skin barrier, excellent tolerance, enveloping texture without a greasy feel. A slight drawback for very oily or acne-prone skin, due to certain potentially comedogenic plant oils. In conclusion, this mask is an excellent choice for restoring moisture and comfort to the skin, while maintaining its health.