Asian skincare is heavily inspiring western skincare industry. Started with sheet masks, nobody knows where this trend will end. But do we want it to end? Absolutely no. Because we all are aware of groundbreaking technology Korean skincare industry uses and develops extraordinary products which are taking the world by storm. Recently L’Oréal launched new range of facial moisturiser by the name of Hydra Genius aloe water – the liquid care.
Hydra Genius aloe water is a water based moisturiser which
absorbs deep into skin immediately for rehydrated, soft and supple skin. L’Oréal
claims 72 hrs hydration with one time application of hydra genius moisturiser. I
picked the moisturiser which is suitable for normal to combination skin. Hydra
genius aloe water moisturiser is available for dry skin too.
Hydra Genius moisturiser comes in a blue sleek, solid glass
bottle with a pump. I love the packaging so much. It is a pretty bottle for a proud display
on vanity. The outer cardboard box is also very lovely so I am keeping it too
with a pile of many other boxes because I tend to save outer packaging. Bottle
has a good weight and looks very high-end. Last year Lancôme launched similar kind
of moisturiser
Énergie De Vie Liquid Moisturiser which was a liquid
moisturiser too, so it is safe to say that L’Oréal one is inspired by Lancôme
moisturiser. But as same company owns both brands, it is not a shocking information.
Hydra Genius is packed with Aloe water and hyaluronic acid,
which holds 10X more water than its weight for healthy, plump skin. The gel moisturiser
turns into water-like texture once applied and sinks straight into skin without
leaving any greasy or sticky layer over skin. It is a super lightweight
moisturiser for glowing skin.
It has very reassuring fresh and clean scent but it is not overpowering
by any means. For my oily skin, it is a perfect summer moisturiser. It leaves
skin feeling fresh and reinvigorating for longer. It is a silicon based
moisturiser, which also helps in controlling oil for less oily complexion. It
can double as a primer. It sits very well underneath makeup and my foundation
glides incredibly smooth.
I have one complain though. And that is the addition of dimethicone
and alcohol dent. First let’s talk about dimethicone.
Dimethicone gives that slippery texture to hydra genius
moisturiser. However, on humid day, when skin is getting super oily, I can feel
silicon layer on top my skin. That feeling in not very pleasant. Skin feels a
bit tacky and coated. Other problem I face with this ingredient is, with
constant usage, it clogs my pores. when I use, silicon based makeup products, I
double cleanse because silicon does not come off with first cleanse. It is not
my preferred ingredient in skincare. Although I love this moisturiser at day
time, I will not use it during night. Silicon doesn’t let other products to
absorb into skin. If you love layering skincare like I do, it will not let
treatments penetrate deep - which are the last step of skincare. If you have no
idea what I am talking about, I already published a post of layering skincare products.
Give it a read, I am sure it will help you in understanding the layering technique
of skincare and getting the optimum results from your skincare products. I believe
that silicon also does no let skin breath properly.
Alcohol dent is another product which if used for longer
time, can dry out skin. I didn’t face any problem of dryness yet with hydra
genius but if you have sensitive/dehydrated skin, or you are allergic then it
can create serious problem and exaggerate dryness. So be sure what is suitable for your skin.
When it comes to moisturiser, I want it to be more
traditional because I apply moisturiser several times a day. And with such an excessive
amount, I want to be more carefree with it.
Other than that, I am quite enjoying L’Oréal hydra genius
aloe water. It is a nice refreshing moisturiser for daily use. It is available
for £9.99 at Boots.
In the memory of my brother
I suffer from dry skin so this might be a good thing to check out. I noticed that the price is also £6.66 on Boots, spooky! I'm with you on the design, it looks neat :)
ReplyDeleteI guess that is the best part about Boots that you can find favs on offer quite often :)
DeleteI was liking this this product till the mention feeling the silicon layer. I am a bit sensitive to sensory things so will check out some other products. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteYou can try in store to feel the product. I guess it is not that bad but I had to mention it
DeleteI've got really dry skin at the moment and was just the other day saying I need to find a new moisturiser. I'm not sure I fancy the sillicon layer though!
ReplyDeleteI have dry and dehydrated skin so this sounds perfect for me! And affordable from the high street too. Tx
ReplyDeleteThis sounds perfect for me as I have dry skin. I really need a new moisturiser too so I will definitely give this a go. It looks like a sort of gel substance, is it?
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like a good product at a fair price. R
ReplyDeletethe Aloe water looks awesome. I think this would be great for my skin.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a really smooth and moisturizing product! My skin is sensitive and I actually like the color and the packaging! http://www.clairebearblogs.com/blog/the-best-22-free-productivity-tools
ReplyDeleteThe packaging was the first think, which really attracted me :)
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