Lancome's best-seller is a year-round must-have to protect your skin from UV rays and pollution. Invisible to the eye, the lightweight aqua gel defense perfects and protects you all day long.

The 3-in-1: Primer, Moisturizer & SPF – UV Aquagel Defense SPF50

Yes, you heard right! The Lancome aqua gel defense does it all.

This ultra-lightweight and fast-absorbing water/ gel is ideal for under makeup or to wear alone. The weightless formula primes and moisturizes for comfortable and smooth skin throughout the day. The gel restores a healthy-looking glow while protecting you from UV rays.

Inside the skin-perfecting texture lies a broad spectrum SPF 50 sunscreen protection that has a breathable and cooling action on the skin.

What's Inside?

Lancome UV Expert Aquagel Defense SPF50 has below key ingredients:

• Vitamin E: This powerful antioxidant protects the skin from UV rays.
• Moringa Extract: This superfood is used in skincare products for its powerful antioxidant properties. It boosts brightness and clears the complexion.
• Edelweiss: Strengthens the skin's natural ability to defend itself from external aggressors.

Should You Wear Sunscreen Every Day?

Yes. Although some days feel cooler and cloudier than others, the sun doesn't stop beaming through. Using daily sun protection has benefits for the skin, such as:

• Reduces damage and sunburn caused by UV rays.
• Prevents premature aging of the skin.
• Lastly, it limits moisture loss caused by the sun.

I understand that sunscreens are not to everyones liking, but hybrid products like the Aquagel defense are ideal for offering a lightweight option to sun protection.

My Experience

Lancome UV Expert Aquagel Defense SPF50 is a delight to use and beats any other facial sunscreens I have tried. Moreover, the water-like texture instantly penetrates the skin for long-lasting protection and a natural glow.

I use the aqua gel daily under my makeup as a primer, which helps smooth out the skin. My skin is well-hydrated, and my makeup lasts longer! I recommend this to people of all ages, including younger women/ men. Overall, the product has a gentle scent and is suitable for most skin types.

Also, check out the new Rénergie H.P.N. 300-Peptide Cream that I have been loving for some time now. (review here)

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How Did I Come to Love the Product?

Before I started using Lancôme Rénergie H.C.F. Triple Serum, my skin always looked dry, wrinkled, and had dark spots. It made me frustrated, but when you don’t have any other choice, being strong and facing the people is all you need to do. Although I kept a smiley face, I never considered myself pretty and felt shy when my friends talked about smooth and beautiful skin.

Anything that could change how my skin looked was fine with me. However, Lancôme Rénergie H.C.F. Triple Serum gave me more than I expected, and that’s why I have loved using the serum. Some of the things I have loved the best about the product are;

1)   Moisturized skin

Skin dryness can be traumatizing, especially when you get a rash or the skin begins to crack. I was nearing this, and I considered it an embarrassment. However, this changed with Lancôme Rénergie H.C.F. Triple Serum. The serum contains next-generation hyaluronic acid designed to improve moisture retention and skin absorption. It’s what makes the wetness of the skin possible.

2)   Enhanced skin appearance

Lancôme Rénergie H.C.F. Triple Serum lightened my skin and made me look younger. With the anti-ageing elements in the product, it’s like I never left my late teenage years! Besides, no more wrinkles or dark patches, giving me that look that I had always yearned for since I got in my 20s.

Again, I developed high self-esteem and confidence with my smoothened and fresh skin, making connecting and interacting with colleagues and friends easier. With ingredients such as C+ Niacinamide – a form of Vitamin C – you can be certain black spots on the skin will be eliminated.

3)   Flexible skin

Using Lancôme Rénergie H.C.F. Triple Serum has made my skin suppler. This helps reduce the negative impact of sunrays on the face. Besides, there were no more skin rashes or breaking. The serum contains ferulic acid, which is a potent antioxidant and protects the skin from oxidative stress that leads to skin ageing.

I personally do not have any issues with fragrance in my skincare products. So, anything I apply to my face should have a nice scent or no scent at all. This helps improve mood and emotion. For me, Renergie HCF Triple Serum has one of the sweetest and most uplifting natural scents.

Since the time I started using this serum, my skin just looks and feels great.

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Key Ingredients

Below are the key ingredients in Lancome Absolue Soft Cream:

• Rose Complex Extract: It soothes the skin and accelerates skin renewal. Rose Complex Extract is considered an exclusive formula of Lancome. Although it is not at the top of the ingredient list, it also accounts for a large proportion.
• Hydrogenated Polyisobutene: It softens and moisturizes to prevent dehydration or flaking.
• Hydroxyhydrocinnamate: It brightens skin and protects skin from the sun. Also, it is an indispensable ingredient to maintain the skin's youthfulness entering the aging period.

My Thoughts On Lancome Absolue Soft Cream

I use Absolue Soft Cream as a day and night cream after cleansing and applying serum. I apply a cranberry-sized amount of cream to both face and neck in each use. Also, I love using this cream with Lancome Absolue The Serum. They make a great duo and I love how radiant my skin looks.

Lancome Absolue Soft Cream is very nourishing. Its outer box is designed as a block of gold, and the inside is a lovely pastel pink cream. As soon as I opened the lid, I could immediately smell the fragrant rose scent. The cream is very smooth and soft with a rich texture. It quickly spreads and absorbs the skin like a serum when applied in a circular motion. After a minute or so, it is fully absorbed into the skin, leaving only a faint rose scent.

In the winter, I often experience dry, flaky skin that is uncomfortable and is irritated easily. And most of the creams I've used before are only effective for a few hours, but Absolue Soft Cream is better. It leaves my skin moisturized until the next morning.

After 4 weeks of use, I have noticed differences in the fine lines and wrinkles, they look smooth and less noticeable. Most areas with large pores are also restored. Lancome Absolue Soft Cream works perfectly for aging skin. It helps to limit wrinkles and provides moisture to keep the skin youthful. And as the brand says, use Absolue Soft Cream with the Lancome Absolue The Serum as it doubles the effectiveness. The duo works nicely when I use Lancome Clarifique Dual Facial Essence before using the serum and moisturizer.

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Key Ingredients

Lancome Clarifique Dual Facial Essence has a bi-phase formula that has a whisk inserted in the bottle. The whisk blends both phases. But still, I prefer shaking the bottle a little for the two layers to mix before application. The bi-phase formula is made of:

• 97% Clear Facial Essence – It has French beech bud extract, Vitamin Cg, a blend of Glycolic Acid and Salicylic Acid to gently exfoliate and purify for clear skin.
• 3% Lipidic Enriched Essence – It has grapeseed oil that is rich in Omega-6 fatty acids to reinforce the skin barrier and lock in moisture.

Lancome Clarifique Dual Facial Essence has a water-like consistency. I like using it with a cotton pad. It is gentle and lightweight on the skin. My skin is not new to acids in skincare products. I did not feel any sensitivity or irritation with this essence. I have been using this essence for over a month now and feel ready to share my thoughts. Since day 1, I did feel clarity in my skin overall. As I used it regularly, my skin is smooth, soft, and radiant. My skin is even and hydrated. I have not noticed any breakouts. Moreover, I feel my serums work much better over this essence. They penetrate deeper and also the pores seem to be small without any congestion.

Overall, Clarifique Dual Facial Essence is a very nice addition to my skincare routine. My skin has clarity, evenness, and radiance. It is hydrated without any dryness. I am happy to try Lancome skincare. I will share soon some more products from the brand that I am currently enjoying. I do enjoy Lancome lip products, especially the Juicy Tubes and L’Absolu Rouge Ruby Cream Lipstick.

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