24-hour hydration activating cream

Description

AQUA, DIMETHICONE (Silicone), BUTYLENE GLYCOL, ALCOHOL DENAT. (Drying alcohol), BETAINE (Sugar), GLYCERIN, ISOHEXADECANE (Mineral Oil), HYDROGENATED POLYDECENE (Mineral Oil), PPG-3 DIPIVALATE, SILICA (Silica), BEHENYL ALCOHOL, STEARYL ALCOHOL, MYRISTYL MYRISTATE (Potentially comedogenic), GLYCERYL STEARATE SE (Potentially comedogenic), POLYSORBATE 60 (Nonionic surfactant), PEG-100 STEARATE (Nonionic surfactant), PEG/PPG-14/7 DIMETHYL ETHER, PEG/PPG-17/4 DIMETHYL ETHER, PHENOXYETHANOL, DIMETHYLACRYLAMIDE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE CROSSPOLYMER, CI 77891 (White colorant: Titanium dioxide), sorbitan tristearate, ERYTHRITOL, PERFUM (Perfume), ALCOHOL (Drying alcohol), AMINOPROPYL DIMETHICONE (Silicone), 2-O-ethyl ascorbic acid (Vitamin C derivative), CARBOMER, TRISODIUM EDTA, XANTHAN GUM, CAFFEINE (Active ingredient derived from the Arabian coffee tree), POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE, ISOSTEARIC ACID, Sodium metaphosphate, Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, LINALOOL (Regulated allergen), TOCOPHEROL (Vitamin E), SODIUM METABISULFITE, LIMONENE (Regulated allergen), CITRUS UNSHIU PEEL EXTRACT (Satsuma mandarin), SODIUM HYALURONATE (Hyaluronic acid), ANGELICA KEISKEI LEAF/STEM EXTRACT, ZIZIPHUS JUJUBA FRUIT EXTRACT (Jujube), Panax ginseng root extract (Ginseng), Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic acid), Baical skullcap root extract (Scutellaria baicalensis), CI 77491 (Red dye, iron trioxide), Alpinia speciosa leaf extract, Rosmarinus officinalis extract (Rosemary), Sanguisorba officinalis root extract (Greater burnet), PYROLA INCARNATA EXTRACT

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Visit 24-hour hydration activating cream from Shiseido is primarily intended for skin that lacks moisture and is prone to dehydration, discomfort, or tightness. It aims to restore and maintain the skin's moisture balance while providing softness and suppleness. My analysis of the formula reveals the brand's desire to combine immediate hydration with protection against external aggressions, making it a suitable treatment for normal to dry skin, and even combination skin during periods of environmental stress.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three active ingredients stand out in this formula:

• Hyaluronic acid (Sodium Hyaluronate/Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate) : known for its ability to retain up to 1,000 times its weight in water, it intensely hydrates and plumps the skin, limiting imperceptible water loss.
• Stabilized vitamin C (2-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid) : this vitamin C derivative offers antioxidant action, protects against free radicals, and contributes to a radiant complexion.
• Glycerine : a benchmark humectant, it draws water into the surface layers of the skin, enhancing the overall moisturizing effect.

The presence of these active ingredients, combined with plant extracts (ginseng, skullcap, jujube), guarantees the quality of the product and its effectiveness in moisturizing and revitalizing the skin.

Tips and Application Ritual

I apply this cream morning and/or evening to clean skin, after my serum. It fits perfectly into a moisturizing routine and is compatible with gentle active ingredients such as niacinamide and panthenol. I avoid combining it with highly exfoliating products or those with a high concentration of acids to limit the risk of irritation, particularly due to the presence of alcohol and fragrance.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

The strength of this product lies in its long-lasting moisturizing power and pleasant texture. I appreciate the synergy between hydration, antioxidants, and plant extracts. One caveat, however: the presence of alcohol and fragrance may not be suitable for very sensitive or reactive skin. In conclusion, it is an excellent choice for revitalizing and moisturizing the skin on a daily basis, provided it is well tolerated by the individual.