The main difference lies in their formulation and target skin type. Hydractive is a lighter gel-cream, ideal for normal or combination skin, while Hydractive Karité is a richer cream, designed for dry or sensitive skin, and enriched with shea butter for extra nourishment. Both offer 72 hours of deep hydration, but their texture and finish cater to different skin needs.
Hydractive is designed for normal or combination skin. Being a gel-cream and not containing known comedogenic ingredients, it is usually well tolerated. However, if you have skin with severe acne tendencies, you might opt for an even lighter product or consult a dermatologist. For skin with occasional breakouts, it may be suitable.
Hydractive is a gel-cream with a light texture that absorbs quickly. It contains oils such as Jojoba and Hemp, but they are in adequate proportions to hydrate without leaving a greasy or heavy feeling, making it ideal for normal to combination skin.
Hydractive contains ingredients such as Pentavitin™, Hidroviton™ and Natural Moisturizing Factors (NMFs) that not only provide water to the skin but also strengthen its natural lipid barrier. A strong skin barrier is essential to protect the skin from external aggressions, pollution, and moisture loss, keeping the skin healthy and resilient.
Hydractive is designed to be the final step of your skincare routine, after applying your treatment serum. If you use a serum (for example, antioxidant, anti-aging, or specific for any concern), Hydractive will help to "seal" those actives and enhance their hydration, ensuring that your skin receives all the benefits.