Cetaphil OPTIMAL HYDRATION 48 Hour Activation Serum Reviews

Name: OPTIMAL HYDRATION 48 Hour Activation Serum
Brand: Cetaphil
Rating: 4.31 (124 reviews)

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찐코옹
Oct 17, 2024
Combination Skin
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Pros
I really liked the application, but I don't think I'll repurchase it. Haha.
Cons
None, but the price is a bit steep... However, I can tolerate it.

별콩이콩
Jan 15, 2024
Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
It has a smooth and creamy application that keeps the skin moisturized for a long time, so it doesn't feel as dry.
Cons
The amount seems a bit small. Other than that, I'm satisfied and continue using it.

박떤엥
Jan 16, 2023
Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skinproduct.Atopy Skin
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Pros
The Cetaphil brand itself is known for its focus on hydration. It is truly hydrating, yet not heavy and has good spreadability. It may seem like it will linger on the surface, but it absorbs quickly and does not feel sticky.
Cons
There are no major downsides, but if I had to point out one, it would be the single ingredient?
Tip
In the winter, I dislike the greasy, stuffy feeling, so after toner, I just pump this serum twice and apply it, and it is pure hydration.

vivi.j.lee
Dec 8, 2022
Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
While it may feel a bit heavy to call it a serum, it has good spreadability and absorbs quickly. These days, with the winter dryness, it feels like it fills me up from the inside. It has an oily feel to the serum, but it doesn't feel greasy and seems to balance the oil and moisture.
Cons
It may feel a bit oily for oily skin types.
Tip
After cleansing, apply a thin watery essence right away, and you won't even need a moisturizer to stay hydrated. Finish with a light moisturizer and you'll stay dewy until morning.

햎햎
Dec 7, 2022
Combination Skin
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Pros
It doesn't feel greasy, has good spreadability, and seems to have decent moisturizing properties. The fragrance is not too strong! I think it would be good for the changing seasons or winter!
Cons
There are days when my face turns a bit red right after applying it... I'm not sure why. There must be an ingredient that doesn't agree with me.

발차기얍얍
Dec 5, 2022
Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
The routine I follow is mist-cleansing-serum-moisturizer-nourishing or regenerative cream. I've always used serum with a runny texture, but this was my first time using a cream-type serum, and I was really impressed by how well it applied. It didn't feel greasy at all and absorbed nicely into my skin! I also knew that Cetaphil was famous for its moisturizing properties, but I had never used it before. Now I understand why it has such a great reputation for hydration.
Cons
When I first applied it, my face felt a bit irritated. So at first, I thought it might not suit me, but the next day it was fine! Also, I feel the amount you get for the price is a bit too little.

gkdbs33
Dec 2, 2022
Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
🌿Texture I thought the serum would be transparent and slightly runny, but it was a white, lotion-like texture. 🌿Usage The application is incredibly smooth! It leaves the skin feeling moisturized. My mom and I used it together, and we both noticed our skin becoming more hydrated. In the winter, I think it's better to use a moisture-rich serum like this as an intermediate step rather than a water-based serum, as it can help combat dryness.
Cons
🌿Price I was disappointed that the volume is small considering the price. In the winter, I tend to apply it generously, and I think I'll finish the bottle within a month. 🌿Ingredients As a sensitive skin user, I was a bit disappointed to see one of the sensitive skin caution ingredients included. If this one ingredient was absent, I would feel more confident using the product.

Navely93
Dec 2, 2022
Combination SkinSensitive Skin
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Pros
I'm a 30-year-old with sensitive, dry combination skin. 💛 After applying, my skin feels instantly moisturized. 💛 The texture and application are great. 💛 It's fragrance-free! I personally prefer unscented skincare products, so the lack of fragrance was a plus for me.
Cons
🧡 Perhaps due to the shea butter ingredient, there was something in the formula that didn't agree with my skin. The next day after starting to use it, my skin went haywire. I immediately stopped using it. 🧡 I used it thinking it was a gentle product, but it seems the ingredients didn't work for me.. There could be some incompatible ingredients, so be sure to check!
Tip
🐻🍯 Unfortunately, I'll have to pass this on to my body.

호동동동9
Dec 2, 2022
Combination SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
The serum usually has a flowing texture, but the Cetaphil 48-Hour Activation Serum has a lotion-like texture. However, this texture seems suitable for application in the winter. The application is smooth and creamy, absorbing into the skin comfortably. As I don't usually wear much makeup, I applied the serum after skin care and before sunscreen, and it worked well. It is moisturizing. However, I prefer to finish with a cream, so I also apply a cream. Given the sudden drop in temperature, using the serum alone seems insufficient, so applying a cream as well is beneficial.
Cons
Overall, I am satisfied, but it would be better if the product had a larger volume or a slightly lower price. Additionally, the opaque packaging makes it difficult to check the remaining product.
Tip
In this cold season, applying the serum and then mixing in a cream and a few drops of oil can help maintain more moisture.

사바연
Dec 2, 2022
Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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Pros
This is a review after using the product for 2 weeks. The texture is very thick for a serum. It is more heavy than the Physiogel lotion and a bit thinner than a cream, with an opaque white color. The application is smooth and easy to spread. As I tend to pay attention to skin care during dry weather, after cleansing, applying the serum and cream leaves my skin feeling moisturized and good. Even after a windy walk in the park, the moisturized feeling is maintained.
Cons
I didn't think there was anything disappointing, but (Review updated after using for more than 3 months) The more I use it, the more I can't get used to the scent. I'm not sure if it's a petroleum-like smell or an oxidized oil smell... Looking at other reviews, it was described as the inherent Cetaphil scent, but since I haven't used other Cetaphil products, I'm not sure if it's the inherent scent or not. However, since it's a product used on the face, the direct nose-to-scent delivery is a bit too much in my opinion.. The moisturizing power is good, but the scent is really disappointing.