In Praise Of … StriVectin Wrinkle Recode Moisture Barrier Cream
As a beauty editor, I have the privilege of trying out A LOT of beauty products. But this can be counterproductive so instead of the smoother, clearer and radiant looking skin you were expecting, you end up with the exact opposite. Visible dryness ,dehydration, dullness , redness, sensitivity… These are all signs of a damaged skin barrier. So skin barrier the outer layer of your skin that defends your skin against moisture loss and environmental aggressors. When this happens you need a hardworking but soothing moisturiser infused with Vitamin B3, ceramides and skin lipids (all known to strengthen the skin barrier). But ideally it needs to be in a specific skin mimicking ratio. Which is where StriVectin’s Wrinkle Recode Moisture Barrier Cream comes in. The secret sauce ( in every product in the range) is NIA-114, their own patented, clinically backed form of Niacin. This is clinically proven to strengthen the skin barrier and supercharge the other ingredients, and therefore the efficacy of their formulations. Now this rich cream - not greasy at all by the way - does a myriad of things. Not everyone is bothered about fine lines or wrinkles but it’s a very personal thing so if you are, this helps to minimize them. This cream also increases firmness and radiance which is great but I want to talk about the look and feel. I love the texture - it reminds me of a dense mousse (the colour mimics expensive strawberry ice cream) and it feels divine on the skin. Of course, in the grand scheme of things that isn’t that important, but hey if a product can offer me a sensorial experience along with an innovative formula that delivers happier skin, I’ll take it. And you probably should too. Anyone concerned about sensitivity, of course do a patch test however generally speaking this works across all skin types. Sensitive, dry, and even the oily-but-dehydrated skin of people who sometimes compromise their skin barrier with a ton of products and an overzealous skin care regime - even though they know better. People like me. What can I say, I’m a beauty editor. strivectin.co.uk