AVENE HYDRANCE AQUA-GEL {REVIEW}

Several years ago the French brand Avène arrived in South Africa and has become

everyones' favourite, affordable skincare range, regardless of whether you 

have a sensitive skin or not.

Over the years I have used so many of their products and to date only one has

disappointed.Click on the Pink Link if you would like to read all my previous

Avène reviews

Just to recap on the brand:

Avène Dermatological Laboratories offer a range of treatments specially developed for sensitive skin, and recommended by dermatologists. Avène Thermal Spring Water, with a unique biological and mineral heritage, whose efficacy has been demonstrated in more than 150 scientific studies, is at the heart of all their products. This remarkable water is renowned for its soothing, anti-irritant and softening properties.

Recently launched the

Avène Hydrance AQUA-GEL

is all-in-one hydrating skin care solution, inspired by Asian skincare innovation,
formulated in Japan and made in France.

It can be used as a day cream, a sleeping mask and around the eye contour. 

The Hydrance range targets dehydrated/sensitive skins and is a range that my skin 
enjoys, especially the Hydrance OPTIMALE Hydrating Serum and I've lost count of how many, 
I have both used and recommended to followers and friends, over the years.

My hubby is currently using the serum and he's a new fan.

The AQUA-GEL offers the dehydrated and sensitive skin:

24H HYDRATION*
Cohederm™ complex restores the skin's water resevoirs, boosts radiance 
and restores suppleness.

ANTI-FATIGUE AND ANTI-OXIDANT
Dextran Sulfate & Pre-tocopheryl work together to decongest the skin 
while protecting it from the harmful effect of free radicals.

SOOTHES
A high concentration of Avène Thermal Spring Water (75%) offers intense
 soothing and softening benefits.

Some immediate observations when you first apply

the Aqua Gel:

1. Smells divinely aqua fresh and clean. 

2. It feels cooling on application

3. The texture melts into your skin.

4. Completely and quickly absorbs.

5. Leaves no sticky or greasy layer on the skin

Being a multi-tasking hydrating product, that can be used by all skin types

 I have been extensively testing this product over the past few weeks on my

 normal/dry/mature skin.

As a daily moisturiser I found this product to not be enough for my skin, especially

 now in Winter. However it maybe a product I'll reach for more in 

Durbans extremely hot humid Summer months. 

As a moisturiser this product would be perfect for anyone with a

sensitive or compromised skin, dehydrated skin and it's also ideal for those looking 

for a lightweight, fast and easy application, non greasy, no fuss, morning product 

that can also be applied around the eye area.

Combination/oily skins would no doubt adore this formula.

I did layer with my Hydrance serum, applying the serum before applying the 

Hydrance AQUA-GEL and that duo felt more comfortable for me.

I found the AQUA-GEL it to be a perfect soothing and calming product applied 

post exfoliation.

Applied in a thick layer overnight as a sleeping mask was my preferred

way of application and it was convenient that one product could be used

on the face, neck and around the eyes. 

As a mask it's gentle enough to use several times during the week.

I used this product often as an eye treatment as occasionally I wanted a rest

 from the active anti-ageing eye products that I normally use and this provided

 a neutral cooling, soothing alternative.

This new product from Avène will no doubt be hugely popular, as the formula will

please many, including men, but for me, as a day treatment it was lacking.

Where I did thoroughly enjoy the AQUA-GEL was as an overnight mask 

and eye treatment.

This AQUA-GEL as an ALL-IN ONE product is effective, affordable and easily

 available in Clicks & Dischem and is one that I would highly recommend if

you suffer from a dehydrated/sensitive skin, if you're looking for the convenience 

of one product "does it all" or if you are looking to introduce skincare 

 into your busy lifestyle for the first time or like me, you're just looking for a calming,

soothing, hydrating product alternative in your skincare line-up.

AVENE

HYDRANCE

AQUA-GEL

50ml

R

349

£

20

$

36

After recently reviewing and falling in love with the

 LUMENE NORDIC HYDRA AERATING GEL MASK

to read my full review

The Hydrance AQUA-GEL sounded very similar and I my expectations were high

and whilst this product is very similar, on several counts, to the LUMENE Mask 

that I love so much, the LUMENE NORDIC HYDRA AERATING GEL MASK is

"next level" in terms of hydration and offers that much needed moisturisation.