Description

AQUA, ALCOHOL (Drying alcohol), GLYCERIN, PROPANEDIOL, METHYLPROPANEDIOL, DIMETHICONE (Silicone), AMMONIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE/VP COPOLYMER, Euterpe oleracea fruit extract (Açaí), LYCIUM BARBARUM FRUIT EXTRACT (Common wolfberry (Goji)), CITRUS GRANDIS FRUIT EXTRACT (Grapefruit), GLYCINE SOJA OIL (Soybean oil), TOCOPHERYL ACETATE (Vitamin E derivative), BIFIDA FERMENT LYSATE, LACTIS PROTEINUM, TOCOPHEROL (Vitamin E), OLEYL ERUCATE, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, LACTOSE (Sugar), CARBOMER, SODIUM ASCORBYL PHOSPHATE (Vitamin C derivative), PROPYLENE GLYCOL (Glycol), PERFUM (Perfume), ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, DISODIUM EDTA, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER (Silicone), AMODIMETHICONE (Silicone), PHENETHYL ALCOHOL (Drying alcohol), POTASSIUM SORBATE, SODIUM BENZOATE, PHENOXYETHANOL, CI 19140 (Yellow dye), CI 14700 (Red dye)

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

The product Payot My Day Gel is primarily intended for young to combination skin seeking hydration, radiance, and antioxidant protection. Payot's formula aims to meet the needs of skin exposed to urban oxidative stress, fatigue, and mild dehydration. I note that the light, non-greasy gel texture is particularly suitable for combination to oily skin, or for those who want a fresh, fast-absorbing day cream.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three main assets catch my attention:

• Acai fruit extract Rich in polyphenols, it acts as a powerful antioxidant, neutralizing free radicals responsible for premature skin aging.
• Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (vitamin C derivative): It boosts radiance, promotes collagen synthesis, and protects against environmental damage.
• Bifida Ferment Lysate This probiotic ferment helps strengthen the skin barrier and improve the skin's resistance to external aggressions.

The presence of glycerin ensures immediate hydration, while vitamin E complements the antioxidant action. This synergy of active ingredients justifies the quality of the product for an urban and preventive routine.

Tips and Application Ritual

I apply this treatment in the morning, on clean, dry skin, in a thin layer on the face and neck. It can be combined with a moisturizing or antioxidant serum, but I avoid layering it with treatments that are highly concentrated in exfoliating acids to limit the risk of irritation. Compatible with most sunscreens and makeup.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

The strengths of Payot My Day Gel Its fresh texture, immediate healthy glow effect, and antioxidant formula are its strong points. One downside: it contains alcohol and fragrance, which may not be suitable for very sensitive or reactive skin. My medical opinion: an effective treatment for urban skin in need of radiance, best suited to non-sensitive skin.

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