A deeply hydrating, fragrance-free moisturizer formulated with essential Ceramides and Hyaluronic Acid to restore the skin’s protective barrier.
This formula features an exceptional blend of skin-identical lipids, specifically three types of Ceramides (NP, AP, EOP), Cholesterol, and Phytosphingosine. This combination is the gold standard for restoring the skin barrier and retaining moisture. It utilizes Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate for deep hydration, while Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride and Dimethicone provide effective occlusion to prevent water loss without feeling heavy. The inclusion of Behentrimonium Methosulfate suggests a non-greasy, cosmetically elegant finish.
The product is Fragrance-Free, which significantly reduces the risk of irritation for sensitive skin types. However, it uses Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate (IPBC) as a preservative; while effective, IPBC can be sensitizing for some and is often restricted in products intended for large body surface areas or children in certain regulations. Additionally, the formula contains ethoxylated ingredients like Ceteareth-20 and Polysorbate 20, which are generally safe but scrutinized in ‘clean beauty’ standards.
This is a top-tier moisturizer for dry, compromised, or eczema-prone skin. The inclusion of a complete Ceramide complex makes it superior to basic moisturizers for long-term skin health. While the preservative system is slightly older compared to modern ‘green’ alternatives, the lack of fragrance and the high efficacy of the active ingredients make it a highly recommended, functional product.
This product represents a gold standard in accessible, dermatologist-recommended skincare, primarily due to its sophisticated blend of barrier-identical lipids. At the heart of the formula is a robust complex of Ceramides (NP, AP, and EOP), Cholesterol, and Phytosphingosine. These ingredients are carefully selected to mimic the natural structure of the skin’s lipid barrier, making this moisturizer exceptional for repairing compromised skin rather than just temporarily masking dryness.
For hydration, the formula utilizes Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate, powerful humectants that draw moisture from the environment into the upper layers of the dermis. To ensure this moisture stays locked in, Dimethicone acts as an effective occlusive agent. While silicones sometimes garner skepticism, Dimethicone here provides a crucial protective layer that prevents transepidermal water loss (TEWL) without leaving a heavy, sticky, or suffocating residue, giving the product a silky finish.
The texture is further enriched by Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride and fatty alcohols like Cetearyl Alcohol and Cetyl Alcohol. These non-drying alcohols act as emollients, softening the rough texture of dry skin and giving the cream a substantial, luxurious feel. The inclusion of Behentrimonium Methosulfate is a nice touch, as it is a mild surfactant that aids in spreadability and imparts a soft after-feel.
One of the strongest selling points is what is absent: the formula is completely fragrance-free and omits essential oils, making it a safe haven for reactive skin types. However, users should be aware of Ceteareth-20, which can be comedogenic for some individuals, potentially causing congestion if used on acne-prone areas of the face or body. Additionally, the preservative system includes Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, which is generally effective but can be a contact allergen for a very small percentage of the population.
Overall, this is a highly effective, no-nonsense moisturizer. It excels at maintaining skin health through barrier reinforcement and is particularly well-suited for those dealing with conditions like eczema, psoriasis, or chronic winter dryness. It prioritizes function and skin health over sensory luxury or scent.
🧪 WATER (AQUA) / 水
Purpose: Dissolves other ingredients.
Concerns: None.
Notes: The base of the formulation.
🧪 GLYCERIN / 甘油
Purpose: Attracts moisture to the skin.
Concerns: None.
Notes: A classic, effective humectant.
🧪 SODIUM HYALURONATE / 透明质酸钠
Purpose: Deeply hydrates and plumps skin.
Concerns: None.
Notes: The salt form of hyaluronic acid, easily absorbed.
🧪 CERAMIDE NP / 神经酰胺 NP
Purpose: Restores protective skin barrier.
Concerns: None.
Notes: One of the essential lipids found in skin.
🧪 CERAMIDE AP / 神经酰胺 AP
Purpose: Restores protective skin barrier.
Concerns: None.
Notes: Works synergistically with other ceramides.
🧪 CERAMIDE EOP / 神经酰胺 EOP
Purpose: Restores protective skin barrier.
Concerns: None.
Notes: Helps maintain skin integrity.
🧪 CHOLESTEROL / 胆固醇
Purpose: Supports skin barrier function.
Concerns: None.
Notes: Essential lipid for healthy skin barrier.
🧪 PHYTOSPHINGOSINE / 植物鞘氨醇
Purpose: Precursor to ceramides, antimicrobial.
Concerns: None.
Notes: Helps restore the skin’s natural defense system.
🧪 CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE / 辛酸/癸酸甘油三酯
Purpose: Softens and smoothes skin.
Concerns: None.
Notes: Derived from coconut oil and glycerin.
🧪 DIMETHICONE / 聚二甲基硅氧烷
Purpose: Forms a protective seal, improves texture.
Concerns: None.
Notes: A common silicone that provides a silky feel.
🧪 CETEARYL ALCOHOL / 鲸蜡硬脂醇
Purpose: Softens skin and stabilizes emulsions.
Concerns: Low comedogenic potential.
Notes: A fatty alcohol, not drying.
🧪 CETYL ALCOHOL / 鲸蜡醇
Purpose: Softens skin and thickens formula.
Concerns: Low comedogenic potential.
Notes: A fatty alcohol derived from vegetable oils.
🧪 BEHENTRIMONIUM METHOSULFATE / 山嵛基三甲基硫酸甲酯铵
Purpose: Emulsifies and conditions skin.
Concerns: None.
Notes: Known for its mildness.
🧪 CETEARETH-20 / 鲸蜡硬脂醇聚醚-20
Purpose: Helps mix oil and water.
Concerns: Can enhance skin permeability.
Notes: Common emulsifier.
🧪 POLYSORBATE 20 / 聚山梨醇酯-20
Purpose: Solubilizer and emulsifier.
Concerns: None.
Notes: Used to mix ingredients.
🧪 POLYGLYCERYL-3 DIISOSTEARATE / 聚甘油-3 二异硬脂酸酯
Purpose: Emulsifier and emollient.
Concerns: None.
Notes: Plant-derived.
🧪 SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE / 月桂酰乳酰乳酸钠
Purpose: Emulsifier and thickener.
Concerns: None.
Notes: Often used to help deliver ceramides into the skin.
🧪 CARBOMER / 卡波姆
Purpose: Controls viscosity and flow.
Concerns: None.
Notes: Creates a gel-like texture.
🧪 XANTHAN GUM / 黄原胶
Purpose: Thickens and stabilizes.
Concerns: None.
Notes: Natural sugar fermentation product.
🧪 IODOPROPYNYL BUTYLCARBAMATE / 碘丙炔醇丁基氨甲酸酯
Purpose: Prevents mold and bacteria growth.
Concerns: Potential allergen; restricted concentration.
Notes: Common in water-based products.
🧪 BENZYL ALCOHOL / 苯甲醇
Purpose: Preservative.
Concerns: Potential fragrance allergen.
Notes: Also naturally occurring in some plants.
🧪 DISODIUM EDTA / 乙二胺四乙酸二钠
Purpose: Chelator; improves preservative efficacy.
Concerns: None.
Notes: Binds to metal ions to prevent spoilage.
🧪 POTASSIUM PHOSPHATE / 磷酸钾
Purpose: Buffers pH level.
Concerns: None.
Notes: Maintains product acidity/alkalinity balance.
🧪 DIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE / 磷酸氢二钾
Purpose: Buffers pH level.
Concerns: None.
Notes: Works with other phosphates to stabilize pH.