Claims vs. Reality
Enriched with Panthenol and Glycerin - the ultimate hydration boost for a refreshed look. Specially formulated with a unique blend of 7 types of ceramides, fatty acids, and natural moisturising factors, this moisturiser not only hydrates, but also fortifies your skin barrier. Perfect for daily use, the lightweight and cooling gel texture soothes irritated skin while quickly absorbing into the skin without any greasy residue.
A surprisingly robust and heavy-hitting barrier cream for the drugstore aisle. Cosmoderm loads this formula with a massive 3000 IU of antioxidant Vitamin E, pairing it with Sunflower Seed Oil and structural Ceramide NP. It delivers intense occlusive moisture that rapidly patches micro-tears in severely dry or peeling skin. However, the presence of Isopropyl Myristate and Stearic Acid makes it quite thick and rich, meaning hyper-oily or acne-prone profiles should approach with extreme caution to avoid pore congestion.
The Reality: The thick lipid matrix of Sunflower Seed oil and Caprylic Triglycerides physically seals trans-epidermal water loss, providing an immediate healing environment for cracked barriers.
The Reality: Vitamin E is brilliant for fading fresh red marks, but deep physical pitted scars demand clinical fractional CO2 lasers to reconstruct tissue entirely.
The Reality: The inclusion of pure Ceramide NP directly supplies the bio-identical mortar needed to bind loose corneum cells together flawlessly.
👍 Formulator Pros
- Massive Vitamin E concentration delivers exceptional antioxidant healing for severe dry patches and post-inflammatory redness.
- Ceramide NP physically patches holes in a compromised moisture mantle, stopping tightness completely.
- Highly affordable price point for a ceramide-enriched, fragrance-free thick recovery cream.
👎 Potential Downsides
- Contains Isopropyl Myristate, a known highly comedogenic ingredient that guarantees pore clogging on oily skin types.
- The thick, rich texture can feel overly heavy and sweaty during hot and humid Malaysian afternoon weather.
- Lacks modern peptide complexes, relying purely on heavy moisture for its anti-aging claims.
Is This Right for You?
Verify this formulation matches your specific skin profile before buying.
| Chronically Dry and Flaking Profiles | ✅ Yes | The dense occlusive nature locks down deep hydration sheets, entirely preventing dry air from stripping the face safely. |
| Compromised and Peeling Barriers | ✅ Yes | Ceramides and Vitamin E work synergistically to physically patch micro-tears and accelerate structural tissue healing. |
| Mature Skin lacking native sebum | ✅ Yes | Replaces lost native oils with stable botanical lipids, restoring a soft, pliable bounce to static expression zones. |
| Hyper-Oily and Acne-Prone Skins | ❌ No | Contains Isopropyl Myristate, a highly comedogenic ester that will actively trap excess oil and trigger painful blind pimples entirely. |
✅ Perfect Match
❌ Better Avoid
How It Feels & Absorbs
How to Layer It
Step placement, ingredient interactions, and what to expect over time.
If you accidentally damaged your skin barrier using too much exfoliating acid or retinol, stop all active serums immediately. Wash your face, apply a hydrating toner, and slather a thick layer of this Vitamin E cream every night for 5 days. Your barrier will heal rapidly safely.
Can Combine With
Enemies — Do Not Mix
⏳ Timeline Expectations
Inside the Bottle
Heroes and formulation notes — not just the raw INCI list. Hover chips for details.
Acts like mortar between skin cells to lock in moisture and keep environmental stressors out.
Daily defense against pollution and sun-induced free radicals that accelerate aging.
Full Formula Scan
Automatically parsed and cross-referenced with the Glowwe Lab database.
| # | Ingredient | What It Does | Safety | Irr / Com |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Water Solvent | Base solvent. | Safe | 0 / 0 |
| 02 | Panthenol Hydrator / Humectant | Pro-Vitamin B5; incredible for quenching skin irritation. | Safe | 0 / 0 |
| 03 | Propanediol Hydrator / Humectant | The natural, skin-friendly alternative to Propylene Glycol. | Safe | 0 / 0 |
| 04 | 1 Pending Data | Awaiting lab classification. | Unknown | - / - |
| 05 | 2-Hexanediol Pending Data | Awaiting lab classification. | Unknown | - / - |
| 06 | Pentylene Glycol Hydrator / Humectant | A conditioning agent that dual-acts to preserve freshness. | Safe | 0 / 0 |
Common Questions
What the community asks most — answered with formulation facts.
Can I use this if I have oily acne-prone skin?+
We strongly advise against it. This cream is explicitly formulated for dry, damaged skin. It contains Isopropyl Myristate and heavy fatty acids which are highly comedogenic and will likely trap excess oil, causing fresh breakouts completely.
Will Vitamin E fade my deep acne scars?+
Vitamin E is a brilliant healing antioxidant that helps repair damaged tissue and fade fresh red marks (PIE). However, it cannot physically erase deep structural pitted ice-pick scars safely.
Does it feel sticky in hot weather?+
Because it is a thick, rich recovery cream, it can feel heavy and slightly sweaty if applied generously during a hot Malaysian afternoon. If you have combination skin, we highly recommend using this strictly as a nighttime PM recovery cream.