As a woman of a certain age, I’m on a permanent quest for facial creams which work miracles. And as a doctor, I like reassurance that these products are powered with scientific justification and not empty promises. So I was super excited to road test Dr.Jart+ Ceramidin™ Ectoin®-Infused Cream.
Dr Jart+ has a great pedigree, originally founded in Korea but now part of the Estée Lauder group, they pioneered the invention of BB cream and, working with dermatologist advisors, their focus is on ‘creating skin care that works wonders’ – this sounds exactly what I need.
And Dr.Jart+ Ceramidin™ Ectoin®-Infused Cream is good because?
Firstly, it’s a highly-concentrated, fast-absorbing cream which contains not just one, but five different ceramides. Our bodies produce ceramides naturally, which form a barrier to protect our skin cells and keep moisture in. They’re incredibly good at hydrating skin, but, alas, even in our 30s we’ve already started to lose these natural ceramides. So thank goodness for Dr Jart+.
But, there’s more, Dr.Jart+ Ceramidin™ Ectoin®-Infused Cream also contains a new unsung hero of the anti-aging world – Ectoin. This little molecule was discovered in salt-lake dwelling bacteria of all places, where it prevents them from drying out despite the concentrated salt. And, great news, scientific studies have shown that it protects our skin in the same way – it’s an excellent moisturiser and provides a protective barrier, hence it’s a brilliant anti-aging product (tick).
So that’s the science, but what was it like to use? Well it comes with a handy sunshine-yellow spatula which is great for scooping out a suitably-sized dollop. The cream was quite firm, almost waxy but melted as I applied it to my face and disappeared super quick. Then, wow, within minutes my skin felt plump, soft and almost completely wrinkle-free. I couldn’t believe it. And several hours later – the same – I can’t stop sneaking a glance in the mirror and smiling.
If you want to smile at your reflection too, it’s £50 for a 50 ml jar from Dr Jart+ website – a great price for such an innovative cream. I love it.
By Dr K Thompson, award-winning author of From Both Ends of the Stethoscope: Getting through breast cancer – by a doctor who knows
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