Description

AQUA, GLYCERIN, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, PROPANEDIOL, ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE (Potentially comedogenic), ETHYLHEXYL PALMITATE (Esterified oil, potentially comedogenic), ARGININE (Amino acid), CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER (Vegetable shea butter), SALICYLIC ACID (Salicylic acid), CETEARYL GLUCOSIDE (Nonionic surfactant), BUTYLENE GLYCOL, HYDROXYPROPYL CYCLODEXTRIN, SORBITAN OLIVATE, MACADAMIA TERNIFOLIA SEED OIL (Macadamia vegetable oil), CORN GLUTEN AMINO ACIDS, GLYCERYL STEARATE, SODIUM HYALURONATE (Hyaluronic acid), CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT (Centella asiatica), OAT KERNEL EXTRACT (Oats), CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT (Green tea), Chamomilla recutita flower extract (Wild chamomile (German)), Licorice Root Extract (Licorice), ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS LEAF EXTRACT (Rosemary), Baical skullcap root extract (Scutellaria baicalensis), PANTHENOL (Pro-vitamin B5), POLYGONUM CUSPIDATUM ROOT EXTRACT (Japanese knotweed), TOCOPHERYL ACETATE (Vitamin E derivative), GLYCERYL GLUCOSIDE, HEXYLENE GLYCOL, SACCHARIDE ISOMERATE, XANTHAN GUM, CITRIC ACID, CARBOMER, PHENOXYETHANOL, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SODIUM CITRATE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, HYDROXYACETOPHENONE, PERFUM (Perfume), CITRONELLOL (Regulated allergen)

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Visit Pure & Care 2% BHA Peeling Night Cream is primarily intended for skin prone to blemishes, excess sebum, enlarged pores, and uneven texture. The Pure & Care brand offers a formula focused on gentle chemical exfoliation, ideal for combination to oily skin, but also suitable for dull skin or skin showing early signs of aging. My opinion: the formula is balanced, combining exfoliating active ingredients with soothing and moisturizing agents, which limits the risk of irritation.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three major assets stand out:

• Salicylic acid (BHA 2%) This fat-soluble acid penetrates pores to dissolve sebum and dead skin cells, reducing blackheads and blemishes. It also has anti-inflammatory properties, making it ideal for acne-prone skin.
• Hyaluronic acid (sodium hyaluronate) : It intensely moisturizes the skin by retaining water in the epidermis, compensating for possible dehydration caused by exfoliation.
• Centella asiatica : This plant extract promotes skin repair and soothes irritation, enhancing the formula's tolerance.

The presence of nourishing agents (shea butter, macadamia oil) and antioxidant plant extracts (green tea, chamomile, licorice) enriches the formula and makes it particularly comprehensive.

Tips and Application Ritual

I apply this treatment in the evening, on clean, dry skin, avoiding the eye area. It is best not to combine this product with other powerful exfoliants (AHAs, retinol) in the same routine to limit the risk of irritation. It can be combined with moisturizing or soothing skincare products. Sunscreen is essential the next morning.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

This treatment stands out for its effectiveness on blemishes and skin texture, while preserving hydration and soothing the skin. One downside: it contains fragrance and a few potentially comedogenic agents, which should be monitored on very sensitive or acne-prone skin. In conclusion, it is an excellent choice for controlled nighttime exfoliation that respects the skin barrier.

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