Age Purify Intensive – Double Correction Serum – 30 ml

Description

AQUA, PROPANEDIOL, NIACINAMIDE (Vitamin B3), BUTYLENE GLYCOL DICAPRYLATE/DICAPRATE, GLUCONOLACTONE (PHA exfoliating acid), GLYCERIN, ALCOHOL DENAT. (Drying alcohol), SILICA (Silica), HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER, ZINC PCA (Zinc), BUTYLENE GLYCOL, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, PERFUM (Perfume), SODIUM BENZOATE, CHONDRUS CRISPUS, LEVULINIC ACID, ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE (Octisalate, UVB filter), SUCROSE PALMITATE, MALTODEXTRIN, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, Peumus boldus leaf extract (Boldo), SODIUM LEVULINATE, CITRIC ACID, AZELAIC ACID (Azelaic acid), BIXA ORELLANA SEED EXTRACT (Cuckoo), MANDELIC ACID (AHA exfoliating acid), GLYCOLIC ACID (AHA exfoliating acid), POLYSORBATE 60 (Nonionic surfactant), SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE, HYDROLYZED WHEAT FLOUR, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE (Avobenzone, SHORT UVA Filter, LONG UVA Filter), SODIUM PHYTATE, GLYCERYL LINOLEATE, DIETHYLHEXYL SYRINGYLIDENEMALONATE, Sweet Almond Oil (Sweet almond vegetable oil), SODIUM CHLORIDE, CI 77289 (Green dye), XANTHAN GUM, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, DIPEPTIDE DIAMINOBUTYROYL BENZYLAMIDE DIACETATE (Peptide), GLUCOSE (Sugar), PHENOXYETHANOL, SODIUM HYALURONATE (Hyaluronic acid), POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, POTASSIUM SORBATE, CALCIUM CHLORIDE, MAGNESIUM SULFATE, GLUTAMINE (Amino acid), SODIUM PHOSPHATE, ASCORBIC ACID (Pure vitamin C), SODIUM ACETATE, TOCOPHEROL (Vitamin E), LYSINE HCL (Amino acid), ARGININE HCL, ALANINE (Amino acid), HISTIDINE HCL, VALINE (Amino acid), LEUCINE (Amino acid), THREONINE (Amino acid), ISOLEUCINE (Amino acid), TRYPTOPHAN, PHENYLALANINE (Amino acid), TYROSINE (Amino acid), WISTERIA (Amino acid), POLYSORBATE 80 (Nonionic surfactant), SERINE (Amino acid), CYSTINE, CYANOCOBALAMIN, GLUTATHIONE (Antioxidant), ASPARAGINE, ASPARTIC ACID (Amino acid), ORNITHINE HCL, GLUTAMIC ACID (Amino acid), NICOTINAMIDE ADENINE DINUCLEOTIDE, PROLINE (Amino acid), METHIONINE (Amino acid), TAURINE (Amino acid), HYDROXYPROLINE, GLUCOSAMINE HCL, COENZYME A, SODIUM GLUCURONATE, THIAMINE DIPHOSPHATE, RETINYL ACETATE (retinol ester), INOSITOL (Active ingredient derived from the carob tree), NIACIN (Vitamin B3), PYRIDOXINE HCL, BIOTIN (Vitamin B8), CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE, RIBOFLAVIN, Sodium Tocopheryl Phosphate, THIAMINE HCL, FOLIC ACID (Vitamin B9)

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Filorga Age Purify Intensive – Double Correction Serum is primarily designed for mature skin prone to both blemishes (acne, enlarged pores, excess sebum) and the first signs of aging (wrinkles, loss of firmness). The Filorga brand offers a hybrid solution, suitable for combination to oily skin, which is often prone to late-onset acne while seeking to prevent or correct the signs of skin aging. In terms of formulation, this serum stands out for its synergy of anti-blemish and anti-aging active ingredients, making it a relevant choice for adult skin seeking comprehensive correction.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three major assets catch my attention. First, the niacinamide (vitamin B3), known for its anti-inflammatory properties, which regulate sebum and even out skin tone. It also acts on the skin barrier, enhancing the product's tolerance. Next, the presence of’exfoliating acids (gluconolactone, mandelic acid, glycolic acid) provides gentle exfoliation, promoting cell renewal, reducing imperfections, and brightening the complexion. Finally, the zinc PCA complements the anti-blemish action with its sebum-regulating and antibacterial effect. This combination of active ingredients offers a comprehensive solution to combination and oily skin problems, while also providing anti-aging benefits thanks to the presence of peptides and hyaluronic acid.

Tips and Application Ritual

I recommend applying this serum in the morning and/or evening, on clean, dry skin, before your moisturizer. It can be combined with moisturizing or soothing skincare products, but it is best to avoid layering it with other powerful exfoliants (retinoids, strong acids) to limit the risk of irritation. Daily sun protection is essential due to the presence of exfoliating acids.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

This Filorga serum stands out for its dual corrective action, effectively targeting imperfections and signs of aging. Its light, non-greasy texture is suitable for combination to oily skin. One possible drawback is the presence of fragrance and alcohol, which can sensitize reactive skin. In conclusion, this is an expert skincare product, ideal for adult skin prone to persistent blemishes, while seeking visible anti-aging action.