I recieved this product through a picky giveaway :)
Usually I am a little skeptical of gel cream moisturisers as through past experiences I feel like they can sometimes not be moisturising enough for me despite my oily skin, but this product has proved me wrong.
INGREDIENTS -
Soothing allantoin, oat extract and ceramides
hydrating algae extract, hyaluronic acid and glycerin
the superstar ingredient niacinimide, which soothes, brightens and helps fight acne.
PACKAGING - I love the packaging for this ! the pump mechanism is hygienic and effective - I've used this twice a day everyday for a few weeks and still have almost all of the product left, I'm glad this cream will last me a long time ! I also love the colour of the packaging and the way it looks.
EXPERIENCE - I wasn't expecting to like this product as much as I did, but wow ! within a week my skin looked and felt significantly smoother and softer. This is a lightweight, yet intensely hydrating and silky smooth formula. I love using this in the morning now that the weather is getting hotter, as it's lightweight and non-greasy while still being hydrating and a great base for my sunscreen. (my favourite is the isntree hyaluronic watery sun gel and they pair perfectly) I've also noticed my dark spots clear up significantly faster now, most likely due to the niacinimide. One ingredient that I was particularly interested in is the hydrolyzed algae extract, as I've wanted to try it for a while but it usually comes with a steep price tag - for example la mer - so I was happy to be able to try it through the picky giveaway, it is hydrating and soothing as well as being completely packed full of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Overall a powerhouse ingredient that I have noticed a huge difference in the quality of my skin, and I am so happy with how it's performed. Overall, I really enjoy using this moisturiser and I will seriously consider repurchasing after I've used up the giveaway product.
Something else to note about the brand itself is that they put proceeds of their bakuchiol serum to planting trees, and have been working with environmental groups to aid customers in recycling the packaging of their products, so it can be seen that the brand is doing their part to help our environment, which is very important.
Some negatives to note :(
It's very difficult, almost impossible to find any information on whether or not the brand is cruelty free, which is something that is very important to my personal morals when considering whether or not to purchase a product. Because of this, it's unlikely that I will repurchase this product until the brand makes their stance on animal testing more clear.
People who dislike silicone in skincare should avoid this product, as dimethicone is very high up on the ingredient list. I have never really understood why people do not like this ingredient as I find it nice and smoothing but to each their own.
People with extremely dry skin may not find this moisturising enough, especially in colder weather so they should probably look elsewhere.
Also, it can be quite pricey depending on your budget and is extremely difficult to get your hands on internationally, which is understandable as this is a smaller brand, so I can only hope that they can find success that allows them to make their brand more accessible to other countries.
