Botanical Flow – Nourishing & Moisturizing Day & Night Cream – 50 ml

Description

AQUA, DICAPRYLYL ETHER, GLYCERIN, POLYGLYCERYL-3 METHYLGLUCOSE DISTEARATE, isostearyl isostearate (Potentially comedogenic), PROPANEDIOL, CANNABIS SATIVA SEED OIL (Vegetable oil from cultivated hemp), DISTARCH PHOSPHATE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, GLYCERYL STEARATES, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER (Vegetable shea butter), 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, BETAINE (Sugar), SODIUM POLYACRYLATE, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL (Sunflower vegetable oil), ZEA MAYS OIL (Corn vegetable oil), SESAMUM INDICUM SEED OIL (Sesame vegetable oil), Macadamia integrifolia seed oil (Queensland Walnut Vegetable Oil), OLEA EUROPAEA FRUIT OIL (Olive vegetable oil), TBHQ, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE (Vitamin E derivative), Sage Leaf Extract (Sage), LYCIUM BARBARUM FRUIT EXTRACT (Common wolfberry (Goji)), PERFUM (Perfume), XANTHAN GUM, SODIUM BENZOATE, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SORBIC ACID, TOCOPHEROL (Vitamin E), LECITHIN, ASCORBYL PALMITATE (Vitamin C derivative), GLYCERYL STEARATE, GLYCERYL OLEATE, CITRIC ACID

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

The Botanical Flow Nourishing & Moisturizing Day & Night Cream from Champs de Provence is mainly intended for skin in need of hydration, nourishment, and comfort, whether dry, normal, or dehydrated. Its formula, rich in plant oils and moisturizing agents, aims to restore the skin barrier, prevent dehydration, and provide suppleness and radiance. My expert opinion: the composition is particularly suitable for skin prone to dryness or tightness, but can also be used to prevent skin aging thanks to the presence of antioxidants.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three active ingredients stand out in this formula. First, the glycerin, a recognized humectant, attracts and retains water in the epidermis, ensuring long-lasting hydration. Next, the’hemp oil (Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil), rich in essential fatty acids, intensely nourishes, soothes, and strengthens the skin barrier. Finally, the Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate/Tocopherol) acts as an antioxidant, protecting the skin from free radicals and oxidative stress. The combination of these active ingredients gives the cream remarkable effectiveness in nourishing, protecting, and brightening the complexion.

Tips and Application Ritual

I apply this cream morning and night to clean skin, gently massaging it into my face and neck. It fits perfectly into a minimalist routine or as a complement to a hydrating serum. It is compatible with most active ingredients, including hyaluronic acid and niacinamide. However, I avoid layering it with products that are very rich in oils so as not to overload combination to oily skin, and I recommend caution when using retinoids or exfoliating acids at the same time to limit the risk of irritation.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

The strengths of this cream lie in its richness in natural moisturizing and nourishing agents, its versatility for day and night use, and its ability to protect the skin from external aggressions. One slight drawback is the presence of fragrance, which may not be suitable for very sensitive skin. In conclusion, it is a safe and effective option for restoring comfort and radiance while respecting the skin's balance.