Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA

Description

AQUA, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, CETYL ALCOHOL, PROPANEDIOL, STEARYL ALCOHOL, GLYCERIN, SODIUM HYALURONATE (Hyaluronic acid), ARGININE (Amino acid), ASPARTIC ACID (Amino acid), WISTERIA (Amino acid), ALANINE (Amino acid), SERINE (Amino acid), VALINE (Amino acid), ISOLEUCINE (Amino acid), PROLINE (Amino acid), THREONINE (Amino acid), HISTIDINE (Amino acid), PHENYLALANINE (Amino acid), GLUCOSE (Sugar), MALTOSE (Sugar), FRUCTOSE (Sugar), TREHALOSE (Sugar), SODIUM PCA (Natural moisturizing factor), PCA, SODIUM LACTATE, UREA (Urea), ALLANTOIN (Active ingredient derived from comfrey), LINOLEIC ACID (Fatty acid), OLEIC ACID (Fatty acid), PHYTOSTERYL CANOLA GLYCERIDES, PALMITIC ACID (Fatty acid), STEARIC ACID (Fatty acid), LECITHIN, TRIOLEIN, TOCOPHEROL (Vitamin E), CARBOMER, ISOCETETH-20, POLYSORBATE 60 (Nonionic surfactant), SODIUM CHLORIDE, CITRIC ACID, TRISODIUM ETHYLENEDIAMINE DISUCCINATE, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, TRIETHANOLAMINE, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, PHENOXYETHANOL, CHLORPHENESIN

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

The product Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA from The Ordinary is primarily intended for skin lacking moisture, whether dry, dehydrated, or sensitive. Its formula aims to restore and strengthen the skin barrier, making it an ideal treatment for people exposed to external aggressions (climate, pollution, drying treatments). My analysis highlights a biomimetic approach that respects skin physiology and is suitable for all skin types, including the most sensitive.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three key active ingredients structure the effectiveness of this treatment:

• Natural Moisturizing Factors (NMF) : A complex of amino acids, urea, sugars, and sodium PCA, which replicates the natural components of the skin barrier. They retain water in the stratum corneum and prevent dehydration.
• Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate) : A powerful humectant, it attracts and binds water in the epidermis, providing an immediate and lasting plumping effect.
• Essential Fatty Acids : Present in the form of linoleic, oleic, and stearic acids, they restore the hydrolipidic film, improving the skin's suppleness and protection.

The synergy of these active ingredients guarantees physiological hydration without any occlusive effect or greasy residue.

Tips and Application Ritual

I apply this treatment in the morning and/or evening, on clean skin, after water-based serums. It is compatible with most active ingredients (niacinamide, peptides, hyaluronic acid). However, I avoid layering it immediately with treatments that are very rich in oils or occlusive, to preserve the lightness of the texture and optimal absorption of NMFs.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

This product stands out for its tolerance, fragrance-free formula, and light, non-greasy texture. It is ideal for sensitive and dehydrated skin. My only reservation is that it may not be sufficient for very dry skin in winter, requiring a more nourishing supplement. In conclusion, it is an excellent physiological moisturizer that is safe and effective.