Rich moisturizing cream with Tahitian Monoï AO and mango butter

Description

AQUA, CETYL PALMITATE, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE (Silicone), COCOS NUCIFERA OIL (Coconut vegetable oil (comedogenic)), CETEARYL ALCOHOL, GLYCERIN, ISONONYL ISONONANOATE, ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE (Potentially comedogenic), MANGIFERA INDICA SEED BUTTER (Mango), PERFUM (Perfume), CETEARYL GLUCOSIDE (Nonionic surfactant), glyceryl stearate citrate, Gardenia Tahitensis Flower Extract (Tahitian tiare flower), Morinda citrifolia fruit extract (Nono), TOCOPHERYL ACETATE (Vitamin E derivative), DIMETHICONE (Silicone), PROPYLENE GLYCOL (Glycol), HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER, SQUALANE (Squalane, Hydrogenated Oil), DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER (Silicone), CALCIUM ALUMINUM BOROSILICATE, POLYSORBATE 60 (Nonionic surfactant), TOCOPHEROL (Vitamin E), CITRIC ACID, SODIUM BENZOATE, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SILICA (Silica), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (Mineral UVB filter, SHORT UVA, LONG UVA, Whitening effect), CI 15985 (Yellow dye), CI 19140 (Yellow dye), TIN OXIDE, BENZYL SALICYLATE (Regulated allergen), AMYL CINNAMAL (Regulated allergen), LINALOOL (Regulated allergen), GERANIOL (Regulated allergen), CITRONELLOL (Regulated allergen), BENZYL BENZOATE (Regulated allergen), LIMONENE (Regulated allergen), FARNESOL (Regulated allergen), BENZYL ALCOHOL (Regulated allergen)

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Visit Rich moisturizing cream with Tahitian Monoï AO and mango butter Hei Poa is primarily intended for skin in need of hydration, comfort, and nourishment. Its rich formula aims to restore the skin barrier, soothe feelings of tightness, and provide softness and suppleness. This product is particularly suitable for dry to very dry, even dehydrated skin that lacks lipids and water. My expert opinion: its creamy texture and nourishing active ingredients make it ideal for skin exposed to the sun, wind, or salt water, but it is less suitable for oily or acne-prone skin due to certain potentially comedogenic ingredients.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three key active ingredients structure the effectiveness of this treatment:

• Monoï de Tahiti AO : known for its moisturizing, softening, and protective properties, it helps strengthen the skin barrier and prevent dehydration.
• Mango butter : rich in essential fatty acids, it intensely nourishes, improves skin elasticity, and soothes irritation.
• Squalane : this biomimetic emollient restores the hydrolipidic film, limits water loss, and provides an immediate feeling of comfort.

The synergy of these active ingredients, combined with glycerin, guarantees long-lasting hydration and visibly more supple skin.

Tips and Application Ritual

I prefer to apply this cream in the morning and/or evening to clean, dry skin, massaging gently until it is completely absorbed. It can be incorporated into a routine with moisturizing (hyaluronic acid) or soothing (aloe vera) active ingredients, but I do not recommend combining it with products containing exfoliating acids or retinoids, which could sensitize the skin. Caution is advised for acne-prone skin due to the presence of oils and fatty esters.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

Strengths: sensorial texture, exotic fragrance, excellent nutrition, and immediate comfort. Downside: the presence of silicones and fragrant allergens may not be suitable for very sensitive or reactive skin. In conclusion, this Hei Poa product is an excellent choice for dry skin, to be used judiciously according to your skin type.