Nourishing and Moisturizing Day and Night Cream (Dry and Sensitive Skin) – 50 ml

Description

AQUA, DICAPRYLYL ETHER, GLYCERIN, POLYGLYCERYL-3 METHYLGLUCOSE DISTEARATE, isostearyl isostearate (Potentially comedogenic), PROPANEDIOL, CANNABIS SATIVA SEED OIL (Vegetable oil from cultivated hemp), DISTARCH PHOSPHATE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, GLYCERYL STEARATES, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER (Vegetable shea butter), 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, BETAINE (Sugar), SODIUM POLYACRYLATE, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL (Sunflower vegetable oil), ZEA MAYS OIL (Corn vegetable oil), SESAMUM INDICUM SEED OIL (Sesame vegetable oil), Macadamia integrifolia seed oil (Queensland Walnut Vegetable Oil), OLEA EUROPAEA FRUIT OIL (Olive vegetable oil), TBHQ, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE (Vitamin E derivative), Sage Leaf Extract (Sage), LYCIUM BARBARUM FRUIT EXTRACT (Common wolfberry (Goji)), PERFUM (Perfume), XANTHAN GUM, SODIUM BENZOATE, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SORBIC ACID, TOCOPHEROL (Vitamin E), LECITHIN, ASCORBYL PALMITATE (Vitamin C derivative), GLYCERYL STEARATE, GLYCERYL OLEATE, CITRIC ACID

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Champs de Provence's Nourishing and Moisturizing Day and Night Cream is primarily intended for dry and sensitive skin. My analysis highlights a formula designed to restore the skin barrier, soothe feelings of discomfort, and provide long-lasting hydration. The rich texture and presence of various plant oils demonstrate a desire to intensely nourish the epidermis, while limiting the risk of irritation thanks to gentle, protective active ingredients. This product is part of a daily skincare routine for fragile skin that is prone to dehydration or reactivity.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

I would highlight three key active ingredients in this cream:

• Glycerine : A powerful humectant, it attracts and retains water in the stratum corneum, ensuring immediate and prolonged hydration.
• Shea butter Rich in fatty acids and vitamins, it nourishes, protects, and repairs the skin barrier, while providing suppleness and comfort.
• Vegetable oils (hemp, sunflower, olive, macadamia, sesame, corn) Their synergy provides omega 3, 6, and 9, which are essential for strengthening the barrier function, limiting water loss, and soothing irritation.

The presence of vitamin E and C derivatives adds an antioxidant dimension, helping to protect against oxidative stress.

Tips and Application Ritual

I apply this cream morning and night to clean, dry skin, gently massaging it into my face and neck. It can be incorporated into a minimalist routine or used before applying sunscreen in the morning. It is compatible with moisturizing or soothing serums, but I do not recommend using it immediately after applying powerful exfoliating active ingredients (AHA/BHA acids) to avoid irritating sensitive skin.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

The strength of this product lies in its rich nourishing and soothing ingredients, ideal for dry and sensitive skin. The enveloping texture provides immediate comfort. The only downside is the presence of fragrance, which may be a concern for ultra-reactive skin. In conclusion, this is a high-quality, safe, and effective product for restoring and protecting fragile skin.