A lightweight, fragrance-free facial lotion enriched with niacinamide and three essential ceramides to restore the skin barrier.
This formulation is a gold standard for barrier repair and maintenance. It features a robust Ceramide complex (NP, AP, EOP) paired with Cholesterol and Phytosphingosine, ingredients that mimic the skin’s natural lipid structure. The inclusion of Niacinamide provides significant anti-inflammatory and brightening benefits, making it excellent for acne-prone or redness-prone skin. Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate serve as powerful humectants to attract moisture, while Dimethicone and Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride ensure that moisture is sealed in without leaving a heavy or greasy residue.
The safety profile is exceptional for sensitive skin. It is fragrance-free and lacks common irritants like essential oils, drying alcohols, or harsh sulfates. The preservative system (Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin) is standard and generally well-tolerated. While Ceteareth-20 can theoretically cause minor irritation on severely broken skin, the overall formulation is designed to be non-comedogenic and hypoallergenic, making it suitable for a wide variety of skin types.
This is a highly effective, dermatologist-favorite formulation (strongly resembling CeraVe PM or Daily Moisturizing Lotion). It strikes a near-perfect balance between active barrier support and gentle daily hydration. By combining Niacinamide with essential lipids like Ceramides, it addresses both hydration and skin health simultaneously. It is a utilitarian, safe, and high-performance product that works well for almost everyone.
This facial moisturizer is a highly regarded formulation that excels in barrier restoration and gentle maintenance, widely recognized for its ability to hydrate without clogging pores. The ingredient list is a masterclass in effective simplicity, prioritizing physiological lipids that the skin needs to function correctly. The star components are the Ceramides (NP, AP, and EOP), Phytosphingosine, and Cholesterol. Together, these form a complex that mimics the skin’s natural lipid bilayer, helping to patch up gaps in the stratum corneum. This creates a stronger shield against environmental aggressors and reduces transepidermal water loss, a common issue for those with dry or eczema-prone skin. Such barrier support is crucial for individuals recovering from over-exfoliation or harsh weather conditions. Another key player is Niacinamide, found relatively high in the ingredient list. This powerhouse ingredient offers multiple benefits: it soothes inflammation, helps fade hyperpigmentation, and strengthens the barrier further. Its inclusion makes this lotion an excellent companion for acne treatments, as it can counteract the irritation caused by strong actives like retinoids or benzoyl peroxide. For hydration, the formula utilizes Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate, both proven humectants that bind water to the skin cells. These are supported by Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride and Dimethicone, which serve as emollients to soften the texture of the skin and occlusives to seal the hydration in without feeling heavy or sticky. The use of Behentrimonium Methosulfate alongside fatty alcohols creates a conditioning emulsion that feels cosmetically elegant, avoiding the waxy or greasy residue often associated with intensive moisturizers. Importantly, the product is free from fragrance and volatile alcohols, significantly lowering the risk of irritation for reactive skin types. The preservation system is standard and generally well-tolerated. While it is lightweight enough for oily skin, the robust lipid profile ensures it provides sufficient nourishment for drier types as well. Ideally suited for both morning and evening use, it acts as a reliable, no-nonsense moisturizer that prioritizes skin health over marketing fluff.
🧪 NIACINAMIDE / 烟酰胺
Purpose: Skin brightening, anti-aging, barrier repair
Concerns: Generally well-tolerated, but high concentrations can cause irritation in sensitive skin
Notes: A form of Vitamin B3 that helps improve skin texture and tone.
🧪 SODIUM HYALURONATE / 透明质酸钠
Purpose: Humectant, hydration
Concerns: None
Notes: The salt form of hyaluronic acid; holds 1000x its weight in water.
🧪 CERAMIDE NP / 神经酰胺 NP
Purpose: Skin barrier repair, moisture retention
Concerns: None
Notes: One of the essential ceramides found naturally in the skin.
🧪 CERAMIDE AP / 神经酰胺 AP
Purpose: Skin barrier repair, moisture retention
Concerns: None
Notes: Works synergistically with other ceramides to restore the skin barrier.
🧪 CERAMIDE EOP / 神经酰胺 EOP
Purpose: Skin barrier repair, moisture retention
Concerns: None
Notes: Part of the lipid bilayer restoration complex.
🧪 PHYTOSPHINGOSINE / 植物鞘氨醇
Purpose: Skin conditioning, antimicrobial
Concerns: None
Notes: A precursor to ceramides; helps reinforce the skin barrier.
🧪 CHOLESTEROL / 胆固醇
Purpose: Skin conditioning, stabilizer
Concerns: None
Notes: Critical component of the skin barrier lipid matrix.
🧪 WATER / 水
Purpose: Solvent
Concerns: None
Notes: The base of the formulation.
🧪 GLYCERIN / 甘油
Purpose: Humectant
Concerns: None
Notes: Draws moisture from the air into the skin.
🧪 CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE / 辛酸/癸酸甘油三酯
Purpose: Emollient, texture enhancer
Concerns: None
Notes: Derived from coconut oil and glycerin; leaves a non-greasy feel.
🧪 DIMETHICONE / 聚二甲基硅氧烷
Purpose: Occlusive, slip agent
Concerns: Bioaccumulation in environment (though safe for skin)
Notes: A silicone that forms a protective seal and gives a silky texture.
🧪 POLYGLYCERYL-3 DIISOSTEARATE / 聚甘油-3 二异硬脂酸酯
Purpose: Emollient, emulsifier
Concerns: None
Notes: Helps skin feel soft and smooth.
🧪 BUTYLENE GLYCOL / 丁二醇
Purpose: Humectant, solvent, texture enhancer
Concerns: Very low risk of irritation
Notes: Helps ingredients penetrate the skin.
🧪 CETEARYL ALCOHOL / 鲸蜡硬脂醇
Purpose: Emollient, emulsifier, thickener
Concerns: None
Notes: A fatty alcohol, not drying like simple alcohols.
🧪 CETEARETH-20 / 鲸蜡硬脂醇聚醚-20
Purpose: Emulsifier, surfactant
Concerns: Contamination risk (if not purified), potential irritant on damaged skin
Notes: Helps mix oil and water.
🧪 BEHENTRIMONIUM METHOSULFATE / 山嵛基三甲基硫酸甲酯
Purpose: Emulsifier, conditioning agent
Concerns: None
Notes: A mild quaternary ammonium salt derived from rapeseed oil.
🧪 CETYL ALCOHOL / 鲸蜡醇
Purpose: Emollient, thickener
Concerns: None
Notes: Fatty alcohol that stabilizes the product.
🧪 SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE / 月桂酰乳酰乳酸钠
Purpose: Emulsifier, thickener
Concerns: None
Notes: Also has antimicrobial properties.
🧪 CARBOMER / 卡波姆
Purpose: Thickener, stabilizer
Concerns: None
Notes: Controls the viscosity of the product.
🧪 XANTHAN GUM / 黄原胶
Purpose: Thickener, stabilizer
Concerns: None
Notes: Natural polysaccharide used to adjust texture.
🧪 PHENOXYETHANOL / 苯氧乙醇
Purpose: Preservative
Concerns: Can be irritating to sensitive skin in high concentrations
Notes: Broad-spectrum preservative.
🧪 POTASSIUM PHOSPHATE / 磷酸钾
Purpose: Buffering agent
Concerns: None
Notes: Adjusts and maintains pH.
🧪 DISODIUM EDTA / 乙二胺四乙酸二钠
Purpose: Chelating agent
Concerns: None
Notes: Binds to metal ions to prevent spoilage.
🧪 DIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE / 磷酸氢二钾
Purpose: Buffering agent
Concerns: None
Notes: Helps maintain pH balance.
🧪 EHTYLHEXYLGLYCERIN / 乙基己基甘油
Purpose: Preservative booster, skin conditioning
Concerns: Low risk of irritation
Notes: Often used with phenoxyethanol.