Les Essentiels Soothing Hydrating Mask – 50 ml

Description

AQUA, PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM (Mineral Oil), CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, AQUA, CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS SEED OIL (Safflower vegetable oil), PALMITIC ACID (Fatty acid), STEARIC ACID (Fatty acid), Hydrogenated palm/palm kernel oil PEG-6 esters, TRIETHANOLAMINE, GLYCERYL STEARATE, PEG-100 STEARATE (Nonionic surfactant), PROPYLENE GLYCOL (Glycol), 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC GLYCERIDES, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, CARBOMER, DISODIUM EDTA, PERFUM (Perfume), MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX (Mineral Oil), PARAFFIN (Mineral Oil), Red Currant Fruit Extract (Redcurrant), RUBUS IDAEUS FRUIT EXTRACT (Raspberry), SODIUM BENZOATE, TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE (Vitamin E), TROPOLONE, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract (Blueberry)

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Visit Les Essentiels Soothing Hydrating Mask Avène is mainly intended for sensitive, dehydrated skin or skin prone to redness and discomfort. Its formula aims to soothe, intensely moisturize, and restore the skin barrier. My expert opinion is that this mask perfectly meets the needs of skin weakened by external aggressions (cold, pollution, dermatological treatments) or chronic dryness. Its rich, enveloping texture is suitable for use as a treatment or SOS care.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three key active ingredients stand out in this mask:

• Avène Thermal Spring Water : known for its soothing and anti-irritant properties, it quickly calms feelings of heat and reduces redness.
• Safflower oil : rich in essential fatty acids, it deeply nourishes the skin, strengthens the lipid barrier, and limits imperceptible water loss.
• Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Glucoside) : a powerful antioxidant, it protects the skin from oxidative stress and promotes skin repair.

The presence of emollients and moisturizing agents contributes to immediate and lasting effectiveness, while respecting skin sensitivity.

Tips and Application Ritual

I apply this mask to clean skin in a thick layer once or twice a week, preferably in the evening to optimize nighttime regeneration. It can be left on for 10 to 15 minutes, then gently removed. It is compatible with moisturizing or soothing skincare products, but I avoid combining it with exfoliating or irritating active ingredients (acids, retinoids) in the same routine.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

This Avène mask stands out for its soothing and moisturizing properties, high tolerance, and cocooning texture. One slight drawback: it contains fragrance, which may be an issue for ultra-reactive skin types. In conclusion, it is an excellent choice for restoring comfort and suppleness to sensitive skin.