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Avène Hydrance Rich Hydrating Cream for Dry Skin

Brand: Avene

Type: Rich Hydrating Cream

Sale price $34.99 Regular price $40.00
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Avene Hydrance Cream RICH was made for dry, sensitive skin that craves deep moisture. When your barrier fails, you feel tightness, roughness, and discomfort all day long. This rich cream delivers 24-hour hydration, leaving your skin calmer, softer, and more resilient.

Key Benefits

  • 24-Hour Deep Hydration: Avene Hydrance Cream locks in moisture all day and prevents water loss from your skin.
  • Soothes Skin Tightness: Avene Thermal Spring Water calms the feeling of tight, dehydrated skin.
  • Reduces Dehydration Lines: Restores your skin's moisture reservoirs and smooths lines caused by dryness.
  • Rich, Fast-Absorbing Texture: Sinks in quickly and leaves skin supple without grease or heaviness.
  • Hypoallergenic and Non-Comedogenic: Tested safe for even the most reactive skin types.
  • Smooth Makeup Base: A well-hydrated complexion creates an even canvas for your foundation.

Key Ingredients

Avene Thermal Spring Water: Clinically proven to soothe and soften sensitive skin. This natural spring water has a unique mineral profile found only in Avene, France. It calms tight, irritated skin and improves your skin's natural tolerance over time. Every Avene product is built on this water as its core active ingredient. It delivers deep comfort to dry, depleted skin with every use. No synthetic substitute replaces its gentle, proven properties.

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How to Use

Apply morning and evening to clean, dry skin. Warm a small amount between your fingertips. Smooth it over your face and neck using gentle upward strokes. Massage lightly until the cream is fully absorbed. In the morning, follow with a broad-spectrum SPF for UV protection. At night, apply as the last step in your routine. The rich texture works to restore your barrier while you sleep.

Ingredients

Key Ingredients

Avene Thermal Spring Water: Clinically proven to soothe and soften sensitive skin. This natural spring water has a unique mineral profile found only in Avene, France. It calms tight, irritated skin and improves your skin's natural tolerance over time. Every Avene product is built on this water as its core active ingredient. It delivers deep comfort to dry, depleted skin with every use. No synthetic substitute replaces its gentle, proven properties.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avene Hydrance RICH cream safe to use during pregnancy?

Avene Hydrance Rich Hydrating Cream for Dry Skin does not contain ingredients commonly flagged for pregnancy or breastfeeding, and many customers use it during that time. Avene does not make a specific pregnancy claim, so please check with your physician or midwife if you have any doubt.

How long until I see results with this cream?

Softer, more comfortable skin is noticeable within the first few days of use. Significant improvement in dryness and tightness typically appears within one to two weeks. Your skin's moisture barrier takes about four weeks to fully rebuild with daily use. Apply morning and evening for the best results.

Can I layer Avene Hydrance RICH under sunscreen in the morning?

Yes, Avene Hydrance RICH works well as a moisturizer base under SPF. Apply the cream first and wait about 60 seconds for it to absorb. Then apply your sunscreen on top. This layering matches the standard French pharmacy morning routine for dry, sensitive skin.

Is this cream compatible with retinol or retinoid treatments?

Yes, Avene Hydrance RICH is an excellent companion for retinol users. Retinoids can dry out and irritate your skin over time. This cream's rich hydration helps counteract that dryness and supports your barrier. Use it every morning and alongside your retinol at night.

Specifications

SKU
PP3282770388954
Barcode
3282770388954
Made in
France
Type
Rich Hydrating Cream
Brand
Avene

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    La Roche-Posay, Avene, Vichy, Bioderma, Caudalie, NUXE and more.

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Avène Hydrance Rich Hydrating Cream for Dry Skin
Avène Hydrance Rich Hydrating Cream for Dry Skin
Sale price $34.99 Regular price $40.00

Free US shipping over $100*

Tracked, duties paid to the US. Arrives in 3 to 10 business days.

Large or heavy orders may carry a small additional charge, shown at checkout.

30 day easy returns

Return unopened products within 30 days. Damaged items replaced at no cost.

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