Dr. Althea PDRN REJU 5000 Cream is a lightweight firming and soothing gel textured cream that melts into the skin and leaves behind no greasy residue. It is formulated to soothe irritated skin and improve its texture. Featuring a natural probiotic formulation, Panthenol and Centella Asiatic Leaf Water, this cream is gentle and effective for all skin types. It is also an excellent product to use after you exfoliate skin, and it works very well as an overnight sleeping mask. The Hyaluronic Acid offers deep hydration, and retention, and it plumps fine lines.
I have been really impressed by the extent to which this cream leaves my skin soft, smooth and supple, and the deep hydration has worked wonders in preventing my skin from drying out after my nightly use of retinol.
According to Dr. Althea,
PDRN Reju 5000 Cream is Dr.Althea's unique biome PDRN vegan cream that helps improve skin texture and restore firmness.
With its lightweight, non-greasy finish, it can be layered according to skin type to provide customized hydration and elasticity.
Formulated with probiotic-derived PDRN and Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, it strengthens the skin barrier, enhances resilience, and soothes irritated skin with powerful anti-inflammatory benefits.
Certified by Germany’s DermaTest, this product is suitable for all skin types, even sensitive skin, and clinically proven to help calm and soothe irritated, reddened skin in just one use.
Claims:
Soothing & Firming Effect
Ointment Cream & Home Care Use
Skin Regeneration
Directions: Wash your face with a gentle cleanser suited for your skin type. Apply an adequate amount of the Reju 5000 Cream as your final or semi-final step in your skincare routine. Layer up on areas that need extra soothing.
Overall Assessment: I am impressed by the efficacy of this cream, and love that it really soothes my skin when it is irritated. I don't need to use this every single day, but I reach for it often.
$29.00 for .70 oz. from Dr. Althea, Amazon and YesStyle (Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own.
As previously noted, dearcloud is an affordable Korean skincare brand that makes wonderful products:
Born from a team of passionate AAPI-founded beauty industry experts, dearcloud™ is your new source of next-generation, researched-backed essentials – suncare, skincare, bath and body, cosmetics, accessories and tools – composed of today’s best-loved (and most effective) ingredients.
...Each cruelty-free skin-perfecting formula is curated from South Korea with a blend of high-performance elements for radiance, clarity, and youthfulness – from start to finish.
Inspired by the natural shade provided by clouds, dearcloud™ products offer a shield that helps to safeguard your skin from the damaging effects of the sun. In fact, dearcloud™ offers the 1st full line of Korean sun care (for both face and body) to be certified by the FDA. It is important to note that while several other k-beauty brands offer SPF options, they are not FDA-certified.
dearcloud new/youth collagen cream with niacinimide + algae is a lightweight, and yet very emollient, cream that melts into the skin and leaves behind no greasy residue. The charming cloud-shaped container puts a smile on my face each time I reach for this cream. The brightening formula leaves skin luminous, and the antioxidant-rich formula protects skin from free-radical damage. Furthermore, it leaves skin soft, smooth, hydrated and supple. I do not detect a scent, though the ingredients do list fragrance.
According to dearcloud,
Dearcloud's New/Youth Collagen Cream Moisturizer firms and promotes exceptionally smooth, bouncy skin. Infused with Algae and Collagen to help achieve a dewy, plump complexion.
Claims and Features:
Lightweight replenishing moisture.
Helps brighten dark spots.
Skin-nourishing antioxidants promote a bouncy, firm touch.
Made in Korea
Directions: Cleanse your skin before moisturizing. Apply generously onto your face and body during morning and night. Gently pat into face, neck, and décolletage.
Precautions: Effectiveness may vary per skin type. For external use only. Stop use immediately and consult a physician if irritation occurs.
Key Ingredients:
Collagen: Helps plump and firm for a bouncy-smooth finish
Algae: Helps retain moisture levels and promotes a youthful radiance
Niacinamide: Helps minimize the appearance of pores, redness, and blemishes
CeraVe Moistuizers, which is a fragrance-free brand developed with dermatologists, is a perfect choice for people who have sensitive skin, and who avoid fragrances in their skincare products. Their lotions and creams a very moisturizing, and their sunscreens are quite effective. Additionally, when my skin becomes reactive and irritated because of the products that I am testing, I routinely reach for CeraVe to provide moisture without further irritating my skin.
The sheer number of times that I wash my hands every single day, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, has left my hands dry and often quite chapped. I, therefore, have put aside my favorite fragranced creams and lotions in favor of rich, emollient and fragrance-free creams to nourish, protect and heal my very dry hands. Lately, I have been reaching for CeraVe Moisturizing Cream because it is thick, rich, emollient, super moisturizing and it heals dry skin effectively and efficiently. You might want to try using fragrance-free lotions and creams, if your hands are dry and chapped. This will help you avoid further irritating that vulnerable skin, and if you don't have any fragrance-free lotions or creams, then this one is worth considering.
According to CeraVe,
A compromised skin barrier can lead to dryness and itching—and aggravate skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis. A moisturizing cream can help reinforce the skin barrier with hydrating ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, or a ceramide cream that replenishes essential skin barrier components. CeraVe Moisturizing Cream acts as both by effectively hydrating as it helps restore the skin’s protective barrier. Developed with dermatologists and ideal for dry and very dry skin on the face and body, this rich, non-greasy, fast-absorbing moisturizing cream features patented MVE Delivery Technology to release a steady stream of hyaluronic acid and three essential ceramides throughout the day and night. Suitable for sensitive skin, this oil-free and fragrance-free ceramide cream also helps the skin hold on to moisture while improving its look and feel. Features:
- Suitable for dry and very dry skin on the face and body.
- MVE Technology: This patented delivery system continually releases moisturizing ingredients for 24-hour hydration.
- Ceramides: Essential for healthy skin, ceramides help restore and maintain the skin’s natural barrier
Hyaluronic acid: This ingredient attracts hydration to the skin’s surface and helps the skin retain moisture.
- Non-comedogenic, oil-free, hypoallergenic, fragrance-free and suitable for sensitive skin.
- Developed with dermatologists.
If you are seeking an ultra soothing and comforting face cream that is capable of working wonders on very irritated skin, then Colbert MD Soothe Night Cream is definitely worthy of your consideration. I have used this cream for years, and thought that I would revisit this effective nighttime treatment this fall and winter. It addresses a variety of concerns ranging from dry and irritated skin to particularly inflamed and reactive skin (post peel or post microdermabrasion), to Rosacea flareups.
While my skin is decidedly normal to combination, it can be reactive, and the shift to colder weather can wreak havoc on my skin. When I want extra moisture, and a potent anti-aging night cream that works wonders on inflamed and irritated skin, Colbert MD Soothe Night Cream is one of my favorite moisturizers of choice. It is ultra-soothing, luxuriously rich in moisture, and exceedingly lightweight. It sinks into skin quickly and leaves skin luminous and deeply moisturized. Furthermore, fine lines are plumped and skin is left soft, smooth and supple.
Colbert MD Soothe Night Cream really excels in its considerable ability to combat inflamed, irritated and red skin. Each time that I have a peel or microdermabrasion, my finicky skin can become reactive and red, and Soothe Night Cream eradicates the irritation and redness almost immediately. Additionally, it leaves skin feeling soothed and comforted. While the results are nearly immediate, one really sees a noticeable difference the following morning.
The silky smooth texture of the cream is very emollient and luxurious to the touch, and it truly a decadent treat to use. If you love high quality skincare products that are luxe in every way, then this cream is definitely a worthy contender.
While I do not have Rosacea, a good friend of mine does, and this is her longtime cream of choice. She has been through countless jars, and wouldn't even consider using another night cream because her results are so pronounced. She claims that this cream keeps her Rosacea in check, and that when she uses this cream each night she is able to stave off flareups. I should also note that she uses a very short list of products, and does not experiment with lots of different products, and very seldom does she introduce new products into her skincare routine. She doesn't want to tip the balance that she has found by introducing new products that might cause a flareup.
According to Colbert MD,
Improve the skin’s softness and pigmentation with Colbert MD Soothe Night. This skincare lotion is a highly effective anti-inflammatory that promotes the cells’ natural production of hyaluronic acid. Regular use will result in plumper-looking, hydrated and more youthful skin.
This rich, luxurious cream is applied to the skin to provide a healing environment that calms irritation and reverses environmental damage by encouraging the skin’s natural healing process. Hydration penetrates deeply into the skin to restore the natural radiance and encourage the production of new cells.
The unique Triad Delivery System carries essential nutrients in their active state deep into the skin. The cream works overnight, helping to establish supple, hydrated and youthful-looking skin.
Suggested Use Apply nightly to a clean face after Stimulate The Serum.
Claims:
• Deep hydration
• Triad Delivery System delivers nutrients deep into the skin
• Calms and soothes irritation
• Reduces hyper-pigmentation, resulting in a more youthful glow
• Reverses environmental damage by encouraging the natural healing process
Key Ingredients:
Purified Angelica Sinensis: A plant first recorded in 400BC, it’s been treasured for centuries as a highly effective anti-inflammatory.
Glucosamine: Promotes the natural synthesis of hyaluronic acid, leading to better hydrated, “plumper” and more youthful skin.
African Shea Nut Butter: Provides essential hydration. Calms irritation and visibly improves skin’s softness and pigmentation.
Overall Assessment: This is a wonderful anti-aging night cream, and it works wonders in its ability to soothe and calm inflamed, irritated skin. It is ultra nourishing and such a treat to use. I will definitely buy another jar when I finish up this one.
I have been testing out several products from Herbivore over the last few months, and their lovely Phoenix Facial Oil (Reviewed HERE) and Orchid Facial Oil (Reviewed HERE) naturally led me to try more of their clean skincare products. I am thrilled that this brand is 100% vegan and cruelty-free, in addition to using high quality healthy ingredients. Furthermore, they are PETA and Leaping Bunny Certified and they never purchase from suppliers who are not able to prove that they are also cruelty-free.
Given my penchant for Rosewater, I was particularly interested in trying Herbivore's Pink Cloud Moisture Creme. It's description really appealed to me, and I decided to buy a jar to see whether it lived up to its claims. When I first opened the lovely modern minimalist glass jar, I was immediately swept away by the intoxicating rosewater aroma. It is subtle, rather than overpowering, and it is so pleasant and calming. While it delights the senses, it simultaneously ignites one's sense of touch because it has a gorgeous light silky texture that immediately melts into the skin. Filled with ingredients such as Rosewater, Aloe Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, White Tea Extract, Kukui Oils Rice Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, and Moringa Pterygosperma Seed Oil– this luscious creme is lightweight, deeply nourishing, highly moisturizing and it leaves behind no greasy residue. Skin is left soft, smooth, supple and dewy. Furthermore, it softens the appearance of fine lines and creates the highly sought after bouncy skin texture that you are hearing so much about these days.
According to Herbivore,
Finally, the perfect moisturizer. Pink Cloud hydrates, visibly plumps and smooths skin leaving it with a glowing + slightly dewy finish. Includes Rosewater, Aloe Water, and White Tea Extract to moisturize, soothe and reduce appearance of redness. Formulated for all skin types - never greasy, oily, or sticky. Perfect under make-up or worn alone to let your skin breathe.
The Story of Pink Cloud:
After receiving hundreds of requests for a cream moisturizer over the past few years we decided it was time to get to work! During our creative formulating process we knew we needed to innovate because we were trying to create something that didn't exist and had never been created before: A lightweight, natural, truly synthetic-free moisturizing cream with a dewy finish that easily blends into skin leaving it perfectly moisturized. We knew we wanted it to be light and have a dewy finish, and most importantly be truly good for your skin, not packed with synthetics like 99% of the cream moisturizers we tried. After many months of research and development we made Pink Cloud into its own unique texture - light weight, creamy, blend-able and breathe-able, with no harmful synthetic ingredients at all so you and your skin can relax (and breathe). High in active natural ingredients like Rose Water, Aloe Water, Kukui Oil and White Tea Extract, Pink Cloud melts into skin to create a dewy, bouncy, hydrated smooth canvas. Never heavy, greasy, sticky or oily. Welcome to the future of skin care. Truly natural. Very effective. Good for you. We hope you enjoy Pink Cloud!- Julia and Alex, Herbivore Founders
Directions: After cleansing and toning, thoroughly massage a small amount into skin. Apply more as needed for an extra dose of hydration depending on your skin’s current moisture needs. Allow Pink Cloud Creme to absorb for 1-2 minutes before applying facial oil or makeup. Be sure to apply serums before Pink Cloud Creme, facial oil can be applied after for additional benefits.
K E Y I N G R E D I E N T S:
Rose Water: Naturally high in anti-oxidants and excellent for reducing appearance of redness in skin. This is also where Pink Cloud’s natural scent comes from.
Aloe Water: Lightweight, skin soothing and hydrating. Aloe is also naturally rich in salicylic acid to help with clarifying skin.
White Tea Extract: Rich in antioxidants, White Tea Extract helps to boost radiance in all skin types.
Kukui Oil: Rich in linoleic acid, Kukui is effective and hydrating and balancing all skin types.
Sodium Hyaluronate: Vegetable sourced, it penetrates deeply into the skin to attract and lock-in moisture for maximum hydration.
Rice Extract: Helps to brighten and even the appearance of skin tone.
Overall Assessment: I am thoroughly taken by this beautiful moisturizer, and am plotting my next Herbivore purchase! I highly recommend Herbivore Pink Cloud Rosewater Moisture Creme, if you are seeking an effective moisturizer that is clean and that offers a wonderful tactile and aromatic experience.
You have likely heard of The Better Skin Co. Mirakle Cream, which has become a cult classic, but you may not have heard about any of their other products– some of which I am very pleased to share with you. They create highly effective products that do precisely what they claim, that are a pleasure to use and that are affordable.
Lava Magik: Cleanser-Scrub-Mask ($32.00 for oz. from The Better Skin Co., Bloomingdale's, b-glowing, Dermstore, Ulta and b-glowing Amazon Store): This three-in-one cleanser, scrub and mask has a non-lathering formula that thoroughly cleans the skin while exfoliating dead skin cells. It has lots of tiny exfoliating particles that do an exemplary job removing dead skin cells, and therefore I recommend using a very light hand, since they effectively work without any pressure needed. If you don't use a lot of water to activate it you can simply leave it on the skin for about 5 minutes to draw out impurities, and the result is soft, smooth, supple skin. Lava Magik looks like raspberry sorbet, and it has a very pleasant aroma that is punctuated by Orange Peel Oil.
Directions: Daily Cleanser: Use pea sized amount mixed with water, apply to wet skin. Scrub: Twice weekly, apply to wet skin, massage desired areas in circular motion for 30 to 60 seconds. Mask: Once or twice weekly, apply to wet or dry skin (as preferred), leave on 3 to 6 minutes. For additional exfoliation, moisten finger tips and massage in a circular motion while removing. Adjust product to water ratio based on skin type. Slightly more product for combination or normal to oily skin and less product for dry, sensitive skin. Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Pat dry.
According to The Better Skin Co.,
A daily cleanser, exfoliating scrub and revitalizing mask. Skin cleansing volcanic lava from France enriched with nourishing calendula, sweet orange and grapeseed oils, cucumber, parsley, and chamomile for healthy radiant, more youthful looking skin.
Claims:
• May be used as a cleanser, scrub & mask
• Buffs away dead skin cells creating the appearance of a more youthful looking glow
• Rich in minerals
• Minimizes appearance of pores
• Increases appearance of radiant skin
Directions: Daily Cleanser: Use pea sized amount mixed with water, apply to wet skin. Scrub: Twice weekly, apply to wet skin, massage desired areas in circular motion for 30 to 60 seconds. Mask: Once or twice weekly, apply to wet or dry skin (as preferred), leave on 3 to 6 minutes. For additional exfoliation, moisten finger tips and massage in a circular motion while removing. Adjust product to water ratio based on skin type. Slightly more product for combination or normal to oily skin and less product for dry, sensitive skin. Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Pat dry.
Zit No More ($18.00 for 0.2 oz. from The Better Skin Co., b-glowing, Dermstore, Ulta and The Better Skin Store Amazon Store): If you are seeking a very effective pimple treatment that is perfect for either periodic breakouts or those that are more frequent, then Zit No More is worthy of your attention. The roller ball applicator lends itself to very easy application, and the potent and effective formula quickly dries out and eliminates pimples, and therefore I would recommend being careful not to get it on the skin near the pimple since it will dry it out. I would suggest spot testing this if you have sensitive skin because it is quite active, and the Tea Tree Oil makes the skin tingle while the Salicylic Acid exfoliates and heals acne. I only periodically have breakouts, which usually consists of a single pimple, and therefore I only use this as a spot treatment when needed, but I find it very effective.
According to The Better Skin Co.,
Zit No More is a super strength zit zapper in an easy breezy rollerball. Zit apocalypse got you down? Roll over those unsightly visitors and watch the magic begin. This wonder potion contains salicylic acid wrapped in THREE soothing essential oils. Dry up those pore offending criminals while nature’s warriors sooth and work hard to better your skin. The formula is boosted with PhytoVie® pollution defense to assist the skin with its battle against pollutants. Results can be fast and your friends may never know you had a visitor.
Directions:
• Clean the skin thoroughly before applying this product
• Cover the entire affected area with a thin layer one to three times daily
• Because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two to three time daily if needed or as directed by a doctor
• If bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day
• Sensitivity Test for a New User: Apply product sparingly to one or two small affected areas during first 3 days. If no discomfort occurs, follow directions above.
Ingredients: Salicylic Acid 1%, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Rosa Canina (Rose Hip) Fruit Oil, Brassica Campestris (Tung Wood)/Aleurites Fordi Oil Copolymer (Rapeseed Oil), Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E Acetate), Aniba Rosodora (Rosewood) Wood Oil.
Mirakle Cream ($34.00 for 2 oz. from The Better Skin Co., b-glowing, Dermstore, b-glowing Amazon Store, Bloomingdale's and Ulta): This is a rich and creamy, and yet lightweight and fast absorbing, multipurpose face and body cream. It is intensely moisturizing, and it feels wonderfully refreshing on the skin. It rapidly heals dry patches and quickly leaves skin soft, supple, hydrated and luminous. Additionally, I find it quite soothing during the warmer and colder months when skin is subject to temperature fluctuations between the heated or cooled interiors and hot or cold exteriors.
According to The Better Skin Co.,
Genius in a Jar. One-stop, skin-loving, problem-solving, all-purpose cream. This ingredient rich recipe, imported from the Republic of Uzbekistan, is handcrafted in the USA with love and beautiful ingredients such as coconut oil, sea buckthorn, shea butter, cocoa butter, aloe, and soothing algae to help moisturize the skin. Peptides and hyaluronic acid help skin appear smoother, more youthful and radiant.
Claims:
• Reduces appearance of visible signs of aging
• Reduces appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
• Increase in radiance and luminosity
• Assist in hydrating the skin
• Soothes dry skin
• May reduce the appearance of sun spots, age spots and dark spots
Directions: Apply liberally. Use as needed. Spatula Included.
I have been using Sun Bum products, including their amazing sunscreens, for years, and they remain go-to products for my family. They recently lunched a Baby Bum range of products that are worthy of your consideration, and the range of products is so lovely and gentle that you might just find yourself reaching them yourself!
According to Sun Bum,
Keeping your little ones clean just got easier. The new Baby Bum Collection was developed by a community of people who know what it means to bask in the wonder that comes with being connected to nature. Created with some of the earth’s most treasured ingredients, the new collection offers products for the youngest members of our families and friends with sensitive skin.
Baby Bum Bubble Bath ($9.99 for 12 oz. from Sun Bum, Target and Amazon): This foaming bubble bath is gentle and non-stripping against the skin, and it boasts a tear-free formula that doesn't burn the eyes. Furthermore, this bubble bath is moisturizing and leaves skin soft and silky smooth. It has a soft and light floral aroma that is pleasant, however it is also available in a fragrance-free version, but the fragrance is not in the least bit overwhelming. It is perfect for your baby at bath time, but give it a try yourself- it does not disappoint!
According to Sun Bum,
Transform bath time into a seafoam oasis for you and your baby. Gentle minerals, emollients and other ingredients from the earth and sea create perfect, tear-free bubbles for non-stop foamy fun.
Select Ingredients and Their Attributes: Sea Minerals – Contains therapeutic minerals magnesium and calcium that sustain healthy skin Monoi Coconut Oil – Tiare flower petals are collected by hand, then infused into coconut oil to create this coveted Tahitian oil that keeps skin smooth and moisturized Banana, Aloe, White Ginger – Emollient tropical extracts help to replenish and hydrate all skin types
Baby Bum Shampoo & Wash ($9.99 for 12 oz. from Sun Bum, Target and Amazon): This light and fluffy foaming shampoo and body wash is a gentle multipurpose cleanser thoroughly cleanses the skin and hair without stripping either. While it is gentle enough for your baby, it is such a nice cleanser that it can be enjoyed by the entire family. It is available with a light fruity floral scent or in fragrance free version.
According to Sun Bum,
Keeping squeaky clean is super fun with our foaming head to toe, tear-free Shampoo & Wash. Specifically formulated to be gentle on baby’s skin using some of earth’s most treasured ingredients, like therapeutic Sea Minerals, Monoi Coconut Oil and tropical extracts. It’s a gentle full body cleanser the entire family is sure to love. Also, available in a Fragrance-Free formula.
Ultra-Gentle Foaming Wash with Sea Minerals, Monoi Coconut Oil, Banana, Aloe and White Ginger
Directions: Pump two times into hands or washcloth. Massage into baby’s skin and hair. Rinse well. Follow with your favorite Baby Bum lotion.
Select Ingredients and Their Attributes: Sea Minerals – Magnesium and calcium are therapeutic for all skin types Monoi Coconut Oil – Tiare flower petals are collected by hand, then infused into coconut oil to create this coveted Tahitian oil that keeps skin smooth and moisturized Banana, Aloe, White Ginger – Emollient tropical extracts replenish and hydrate all skin types
Baby Bum Everyday Lotion ($9.99 for 8 oz. from Sun Bum, Target and Amazon): If you are seeking a very moisturizing body lotion for your baby, or for the whole family for that matter, then this deeply moisturizing and fast absorbing lotion is a wonderful choice. Available in a fragrance free version or with a light fruity floral fragrance, this lotion leaves he skin soft, smooth and supple.
According to Sun Bum,
Keep skin baby-soft and smooth with our non-greasy, soothing, moisturizing lotion. Formulated with some of the earth’s most treasured ingredients, such as Monoi Coconut Oil and Aloe, Shea and Cocoa Butters, this gentle lotion lets you literally spread the love. Naturally fragranced, but also available in a Fragrance-Free formula.
Stay super soft and smooth with our non-greasy, soothing, moisturizing lotion. Formulated using some of the earth’s most treasured ingredients. Spread The Love.
Directions: Massage liberally into clean, dry skin. Our Everyday Lotion is gentle and effective for the entire family to enjoy. Please do.
Select Ingredients and Their Attributes: Monoi Coconut Oil – Tiare flower petals are collected by hand, then infused into coconut oil to create this coveted Tahitian oil that keeps skin smooth and moisturized Aloe, Shea and Cocoa Butters – restorative and rich butters nourish and hydrate skin Ingredients: Water, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Stearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Dicaprylyl Ether Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Gardenia Taitensis Flower Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Musa Sapientum (Banana) Fruit Extract, Hedychium Coronarium Root Extract, Sea Salt, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Stearyl Phosphate, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Hydroxide, Sodium Phytate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Sodium Benzoate, Fragrance
Baby Bum Diaper Rash Cream ($9.99 for 3 oz. from Sun Bum, Walmart, Jet.com, Target and Amazon): This thick and rich diaper rash cream is formulated to both treat and prevent diaper rash by creating an impenetrable barrier to protect your baby's skin. It is fragrance free and free of irritating ingredients, and it will leave your baby's skin nourished and hydrated.
According to Sun Bum, This plant based, soothing cream helps treat and prevent diaper rash, creating a moisture barrier for your baby’s bum. A blend of Zinc oxide, Monoi Coconut Oil and Aloe, Shea and Cocoa Butters nourish and hydrate, preventing discomfort and bringing relief to irritated skin.
Directions: Change wet and soiled diapers promptly. Cleanse the diaper area and allow area to dry.
Apply cream liberally as often as necessary with each diaper change, especially at bedtime or anytime exposure to wet diapers may be prolonged.
Select Ingredients and Their Attributes: Zinc Oxide – This natural mineral provides a non-irritating protective barrier on skin, to assist in shielding from damaging elements Aloe, Shea and Cocoa Butters – These restorative and rich butters nourish and hydrate skin Monoi Coconut Oil – Tiare flower petals are collected by hand, then infused into coconut oil to create this coveted Tahitian oil that keeps skin smooth and moisturized
Overall Assessment: If you are seeking some gentle products for your baby's sensitive skin, that your entire family can also use, then I recommend taking at a look at Sun Bum's new Baby Bum range of products.
That I love African Botanics has been well-established in these virtual pages, and it is safe to say that it is by far my absolute favorite eco-luxe skincare brand, and it is actually my overall favorite skincare brand for that matter. This company, lovingly created by Julia and Craig Noik, has unquestionably cracked the code on creating ultra-luxe skincare products that are healthy, non-toxic, effective and the pinnacle of luxury. They carefully scrutinize every single ingredient that they use in each of their products, and only select the finest available– irrespective of the cost. Each product is a study in elegant textures, unsurpassed efficacy and a potent symphony of actives. If a brand that is cruelty-free and that practices Fair Trade, sustainability, and that creates economic opportunities for the people in the Noik's native South Africa is important to you– then African Botanics is a brand that you really must try. One of my most recent obsessions is African Botanics Fleurs d'Afrique Intensive Recovery Cream, and after about 6 weeks of testing it on a daily basis I have quite a few things to say about this extraordinary treatment.
African Botanics Fleurs d'Afrique Intensive Recovery Cream is a remarkably lightweight, and yet very emollient, ultra moisturizing cream that can be used alone, or perfectly paired with African Botanics Fleurs d'Afrique Intensive Recovery Oil (Reviewed HERE). When paired with its companion oil, the oil can either be applied first to warm, damp skin, or mixed directly with the cream and applied to the skin. If your skin requires added nourishment and hydration the ultra-luxurious coupling of these two products delivers tangible results and unsurpassed efficacy. Used alone, Fleurs d'Afrique Intensive Recovery Cream is the most luxurious and nourishing cream that I have tried to date.
The lightweight formula immediately sinks into the skin and it soothes, heals and moisturizes. Filled with antioxidant-rich anti-aging and anti-inflammatory "night blooms, indigenous Africa Desert and Bush Plants" –these ingredients encourage skin cell renewal while deeply nourishing and hydrating the skin, plumping fine lines, and reducing redness and inflammation. The soothing and anti-inflammatory properties make this cream equally effective for blemished skin, skin prone to redness and inflammation, or any skin type in need of added hydration. So calming and healing is this cream, that it has become my go-to post-peel pick. I use it morning and night, and I definitely see a notable difference in my skin. My skin is remarkable soft, silky smooth, supple, hydrated, luminous, fresh in appearance and my fine lines are plumped. In my experience, this is by far the most effective cream that I have tried, and its heavenly ultra-light aroma, which is a subtle amalgam of the Jasmine Flower Water and the other aromatic ingredients, is neither too pronounced, nor is it long-lasting, and therefore it won't pose a problem for people with olfactory sensitivities.
According to African Botanics,
From a distant world of truly wild and remote locations far from all civilization and light pollution in the most southern hemisphere of Africa, there is eternal beauty that endures all time. Where exotic night blooms, indigenous African Desert and Bush Plants™ have adapted to survive the challenges of their environment - harnessed and captured with a potent concentration of highly advanced marine biotechnology that is packed with anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, soothing and healing properties.
Enhanced with a unique Blue Marine Micro Algae and a high concentration of plant peptides, this light, multi-correcting face cream stimulates cell renewal, plumps, protects and envelops the skin. Restores skin’s density and bounce while improving texture and luminosity. Deeply hydrates, infuses skin with moisture. Helps fade and fight the signs of aging skin: fine lines, wrinkles, blemishes, inflammation, dryness and sagging skin. Strengthens skin’s barrier and offers superior protection from free radical damage. Promotes firming and toning of the skin with ultra-light and silky texture. Soothes, calms and reduces redness, speeding the recovery of the damaged cells.
Directions: Suitable for all skin types. USE AM and PM to increase hydration, replenish moisture, soothe and de-stress the skin while firming and promoting rapid repair. Apply to face, neck and décolleté. Glide in gentle strokes along jawline up towards the ears from the center of your face towards temples and from the base of your neck upward to boost circulation. For skin in need of intense hydration, apply a few drops of Intensive Recovery Oil before applying the cream.
Skin Type: acne-prone, unbalanced, sensitive, dry, mature and oily.
Overall Assessment: This cream is unquestionably the embodiment of eco-luxe perfection. There is not a single thing that I could suggest to perfect its formula, efficacy and the sheer joy one experiences luxuriating in this peerless luxury cream. A+
