Hydra Végétal Rich Cream

Description

AQUA, GLYCERIN, ISOPROPYL PALMITATE (Potentially comedogenic), METHYLPROPANEDIOL, HYDROGENATED COCONUT OIL, ALCOHOL (Drying alcohol), CETYL PALMITATE, GLYCERYL MYRISTATE, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL (Sunflower vegetable oil), UREA (Urea), BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER (Vegetable shea butter), CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, DIMETHICONE (Silicone), SORBITAN STEARATE (Nonionic surfactant), POLYSORBATE 60 (Nonionic surfactant), Roman Chamomile Flower Water (Roman chamomile), BEHENYL ALCOHOL, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, Carpobrotus edulis extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder (Aloe vera), PERFUM (Perfume), CERA ALBA, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, SILICA (Silica), ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, XANTHAN GUM, SORBIC ACID, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE (Vitamin E derivative), SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SODIUM GLUCONATE, SODIUM POLYACRYLATE, SODIUM BENZOATE, BENZYL ALCOHOL (Regulated allergen), CITRIC ACID, POTASSIUM SORBATE, TOCOPHEROL (Vitamin E), CI 77891 (White colorant: Titanium dioxide)

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Visit Rich Hydra Vegetal Cream by Yves Rocher is mainly intended for dry to very dry skin in need of intense hydration and comfort. Its rich texture aims to restore the skin barrier and prevent dehydration, while providing suppleness and softness. My analysis of the formulation reveals the brand's desire to combine powerful moisturizing agents with plant lipids to effectively meet the needs of skin lacking water and nutrition.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three active ingredients stand out in this formula:

• Glycerine : A recognized humectant, it attracts and retains water in the stratum corneum, promoting lasting and immediate hydration.
• Shea butter Rich in fatty acids, it intensely nourishes, restores the lipid barrier, and protects the skin from external aggressions.
• Extract of Carpobrotus edulis : A succulent plant, it helps to strengthen the skin's water reserves and improve its ability to retain water.

The presence of aloe vera and vitamin E complements the moisturizing and antioxidant action, enhancing the overall quality of the product.

Tips and Application Ritual

I apply this cream morning and/or evening to clean skin, gently massaging it into the face and neck. It fits perfectly into a minimalist routine or can be combined with a hydrating serum. I recommend avoiding combining it with powerful exfoliating active ingredients (AHA/BHA acids) in the same application to preserve skin comfort. Compatible with most moisturizing and soothing skincare products.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

Yves Rocher's Hydra Végétal Rich Cream stands out for its moisturizing and nourishing properties, ideal for dry skin. Its creamy texture provides real comfort. One downside: it contains alcohol and fragrance, which may not be suitable for very sensitive or reactive skin. My medical opinion: an overall safe and effective product, recommended for skin in need of hydration.