Description

AQUA, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE (Silicone), CETEARYL ALCOHOL, GLYCERIN, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, PERFUM (Perfume), CETEARETH-20, PHENOXYETHANOL, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS HYBRID OIL (Sunflower vegetable oil), CENTELLA ASIATICA LEAF EXTRACT (Centella asiatica), JUNIPERUS VIRGINIANA WOOD EXTRACT (Virginia juniper), BAMBUSA VULGARIS LEAF EXTRACT (Bamboo), Sweet orange fruit extract, DIMETHICONE (Silicone), PROPYLENE GLYCOL (Glycol), GLYCERYL STEARATE, ISOHEXADECANE (Mineral Oil), TOCOPHERYL ACETATE (Vitamin E derivative), CETEARETH-12, CARBOMER, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ALLANTOIN (Active ingredient derived from comfrey), TOCOPHEROL (Vitamin E), POTASSIUM SORBATE, LINALOOL (Regulated allergen), CETYL PALMITATE, ALCOHOL (Drying alcohol), OLUS OIL (Vegetable oil), LIMONENE (Regulated allergen), SODIUM HYDROXIDE, HEXYL CINNAMAL (Regulated allergen), HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL (Sunflower vegetable oil), BUTYLENE GLYCOL, CITRONELLOL (Regulated allergen), UBIQUINONE (Antioxidant), SORBIC ACID

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Rich and nourishing body cream Touch of Happiness from Rituals is primarily intended for dry to very dry skin in need of comfort, elasticity, and nourishment. Its formula aims to restore the skin barrier, soothe feelings of tightness, and provide long-lasting hydration. My expert opinion: its rich texture and emollients make it particularly suitable for skin that is dehydrated or weakened by external aggressions (cold, friction, hard water).

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three active ingredients stand out in this formula:

• Glycerine : A powerful humectant, it attracts and retains water in the stratum corneum, ensuring immediate and prolonged hydration.
• Centella Asiatica : Known for its restorative and soothing properties, this plant stimulates collagen synthesis and promotes skin regeneration, making it ideal for damaged skin or skin prone to discomfort.
• Vitamin E (Tocopherol and Tocopheryl Acetate) : A major antioxidant, it protects the skin from oxidative stress and free radicals, while strengthening the skin barrier.

The presence of vegetable oils (sunflower, olus) complements the nourishing action, while silicones provide softness and a velvety effect without weighing down the texture.

Tips and Application Ritual

I apply this cream ideally in the evening, after showering, on slightly damp skin to optimize the penetration of the active ingredients. It can be used daily, alone or in combination with a moisturizing serum. Compatible with most active ingredients, I would however avoid layering it with very exfoliating or retinoid-based skincare products to limit the risk of irritation on sensitive skin.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

Strengths: enveloping texture, immediate comfort, repairing and antioxidant active ingredients. One possible drawback: the presence of fragrance and allergens (limonene, linalool, etc.) which may not be suitable for very reactive skin. In conclusion, this is an effective treatment for nourishing and protecting dry skin, ideal for a pampering ritual.

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