Precious Revitalizing Balm Osmanthus Flower

Description

AQUA, GLYCERIN, PROPANEDIOL, CETYL ALCOHOL, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER (Vegetable shea butter), ISOPROPYL PALMITATE, PERFUM, MYRISTYL MYRISTATE, Sweet Almond Oil (Sweet almond vegetable oil), ZEA MAYS STARCH, POLYGLYCERYL-3 METHYLGLUCOSE DISTEARATE, LIMONENE, SODIUM POLYACRYLATE, CARBOMER, SORBITOL, LINALOOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, BENZOIC ACID, TOCOPHEROL (Vitamin E), SODIUM HYDROXIDE, C12-13 ALKYL LACTATE, PRUNUS ARMENIACA KERNEL OIL (Apricot vegetable oil), ZEA MAYS OIL (Corn vegetable oil), PASSIFLORA EDULIS SEED OIL (Passion fruit vegetable oil), RICE BRAN OIL (Rice vegetable oil), Black Elderberry Flower Water (Black elderberry), BENZYL ALCOHOL, SODIUM HYALURONATE (Hyaluronic acid), ROSA CENTIFOLIA FLOWER WATER (May Rose), CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT (Green tea), CITRAL, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, GERANIOL, CITRONELLOL

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Roger & Gallet's Fleur d'Osmanthus Precious Revitalizing Balm is primarily intended for skin in need of nourishment, comfort, and revitalization. Its rich formula is designed to meet the needs of dry to very dry skin prone to dehydration or loss of suppleness. My analysis highlights a composition geared towards repairing the skin barrier and providing emollient active ingredients, while offering a refined sensory experience thanks to the brand's signature fragrance.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three major assets catch my attention:

• Shea butter Rich in essential fatty acids, it intensely nourishes, restores the lipid barrier, and protects the skin from external aggressions. Its lipid-replenishing action is scientifically recognized for improving skin elasticity.
• Hyaluronic acid (sodium hyaluronate) : This benchmark moisturizing active ingredient captures and retains water in the epidermis, helping to plump up the skin and smooth out dehydration lines.
• Vitamin E (tocopherol) : A powerful antioxidant, it protects skin cells from oxidative stress and helps prevent premature aging.

The presence of plant oils (sweet almond, apricot, passion fruit) boosts the fatty acid and vitamin content, contributing to the nourishing and restorative qualities of the product.

Tips and Application Ritual

I recommend applying this balm in the morning and/or evening to clean skin, paying particular attention to dry areas of the body. It can be used alone or in combination with a moisturizing serum. It is compatible with most active ingredients, but I do not recommend using it immediately after powerful exfoliating treatments (AHA/BHA) to avoid irritation on sensitive skin.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

This Roger & Gallet balm stands out for its rich nourishing and protective ingredients, offering immediate and lasting comfort. Its creamy texture and floral fragrance are sensory delights. The only potential downside is the presence of fragrance, which should be monitored in very reactive skin types. My medical opinion: a high-quality product, ideal for restoring softness and suppleness to dry skin.