My face felt like sandpaper after too much retinol. This fixed it in 12 days — not two weeks like the label claims.
The weird part? It actually made my pores look smaller. Nobody talks about that because they’re all obsessed with the “barrier repair” marketing.
$38 for 1.7 oz. Claims to rebuild your barrier with a patented 3:1:1 ceramide-cholesterol-fatty acid ratio. I bought it because my derm’s office had a pile of samples — always a good sign.
Lipid-Rich Formula
Thicker than CeraVe, thinner than LRP Cicaplast — sits right in the Goldilocks zone.
No Fragrance, No BS
Smells like nothing. Literally nothing. Your nose will get bored.
One Pump Too Many
Two pumps is too much for your whole face. One pump and a half — trust me.
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Three ceramides, cholesterol, and fatty acids in that exact ratio. Plus niacinamide for redness and shea butter so it doesn’t feel like hospital lotion.
- Ceramide NP: Plugs the holes in your barrier
- Cholesterol: Holds everything together like mortar
- Niacinamide 2%: Calms the red, angry bits
- Shea Butter: Makes it spreadable without greasiness
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First pump — thick, white, almost paste-like. Rubs in for 20 seconds, then disappears. No shine. No sticky pillow situation. My skin felt bouncy, not greasy.
Week 3: The flaking stopped. My cheeks stopped looking like a tomato. But I noticed it pills if you layer too many serums underneath — so keep it simple underneath.
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Redness dropped by 60%. Texture evened out. Still needed a separate SPF and a hydrating serum for deep moisture. Not a one-and-done.
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Best for damaged skin that needs a hard reset. Not exciting to use, but your face will thank you later.