Aplb – Bakuchiol Propolis Facial Cream – 55ml

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APLB – Bakuchiol Propolis Facial Cream (55 ml) ✨ What It Is A high-performance skincare cream that combines the gentleness of botanical actives with anti-aging and skin-soothing benefits. It features bakuchiol (a plant-based retinol alternative), propolis extract, and Centella asiatica, among many other nourishing ingredients — all formulated in a gentle, fragrance-free, low‑irritation base. --- ???? Key Ingredients & Their Benefits Ingredient Function / Benefit Bakuchiol (100 ppm) Helps to improve skin firmness, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, boost cell turnover — similar benefits to retinol but generally much gentler on the skin. Propolis Extract (≈ 2,000 ppm) Rich in antioxidants, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial — calms irritated skin, supports healing, and boosts barrier strength. Centella Asiatica Leaf Water (≈ 24.0%) Soothing, calming; helps reduce redness and irritation; contains compounds (madecassic acid, asiaticoside, asiatic acid) that support barrier health and healing. Shea Butter & Macadamia Seed Oil Deep moisturization, softness, maintaining skin’s suppleness. Squalane Lightweight emollient that mimics skin’s natural oils, helps lock in moisture without feeling heavy. Beta‑Glucan Helps soothe and repair damaged skin, supports hydration, calms inflammation. Other botanicals & actives ‒ including extracts of lotus, rice, eggplant, tea tree, plus hydrolyzed collagen, etc. These contribute antioxidant protection, minor brightening, and skin resilience. --- ???? Texture, Formulation & Sensory Profile Weight & Feel: The cream has a creamy texture that is rich yet designed to spread well and absorb without heavy greasiness. Users say it’s nourishing and gives a comfortable protective feel. pH & Skin‑Friendly Profile: It’s formulated close to skin’s healthy pH, which supports barrier health and helps minimize irritation. Free From: Fragrance‑free; avoids many harsh or potentially irritating ingredients. It is marketed as “9‑free” (i.e. free of nine problematic ingredients) which typically include fragrance, strong essential oils, harsh preservatives, etc. --- ???? What It Does – Benefits & Effects Gentle Anti‑Aging: Visibly reduces fine lines and creases; firms skin and improves elasticity. The bakuchiol supports collagen production without typical retinol‑associated irritation. Barrier Strength & Soothing: Propolis + Centella help calm irritation, redness, and sensitized skin; helpful for skin recovering from environmental stress, dryness, or mild inflammation. Hydration & Softness: Multiple humectants and emollients (glycerin, butylene glycol, shea butter, squalane) deeply hydrate, improve skin texture, leaving it soft, plump, and smooth. Radiance & Even Tone: The combination of antioxidants, mild retinol‑like action, and barrier repair helps fade dullness and uneven skin tone over time.