I slapped this on one night, woke up, and my face still felt like I’d just applied moisturizer. That never happens.
Most “vegan” creams dry down to nothing. This one actually stays put — like a shield, not a filmy mess.
It’s a plant-based moisturizer from Isntree — about $22 for 70ml. They claim 48-hour hydration, which is a big swing for a non-occlusive cream.
Vegan Milk Complex
Yam root, oat, and pea proteins mimic dairy cream without the breakouts.
Squalane Base
Soaks in within 10 seconds — no greasy forehead by noon.
5-Cica Complex
Fake calming ingredients? No. Actual centella, madecassoside, and asiaticoside.
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No fragrance, no essential oils. Just stuff that works. The yam root is the star — it’s a prebiotic that feeds your skin barrier like a probiotic for your gut, but topical.
Unexpected? It’s not thick enough to be a night cream for desert-dry skin. More on that below.
- Yam Root Extract: Strengthens barrier without pore-clogging weight
- Squalane: Deep hydration that mimics skin’s natural oils
- Panthenol: Calms redness and seals moisture
- Madecassoside: Speeds up repair for irritated dry patches
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It’s a lightweight lotion — think runny yogurt, not butter. Spreads like a dream, absorbs in seconds, and leaves zero tackiness. My T-zone didn’t revolt.
Week 2: My cheeks stopped flaking. But my jawline? Still tight by hour 12. This isn’t a 48-hour miracle — it’s more like 12-16 hours for true dry skin. Fine for normal-combo, but if you’re actually parched, you’ll need a second layer.
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My fine lines looked softer by day 4. Pores? Same size. No congestion, no new bumps. But if you’re expecting a glass-skin glow, this ain’t it — it’s more of a satin finish.
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It’s a solid daily driver for mild dry skin that wants a clean, no-bullshit formula. Just don’t believe the 48-hour hype — layer it right and it’s a solid 8/10.