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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우히히히
Dec 9, 2022
Combination Skin
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Pros
The creamy texture provides excellent moisturizing power! This serum is great for dry skin during seasonal changes and winter. It absorbs well under makeup in the morning, and keeps my skin moisturized throughout the night until the next morning.
Cons
The volume is too small. ㅠ I will definitely buy it if a larger size is released.

dolmangiy
Dec 3, 2022
Dry SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
📍Skin Type: Dry, Sensitive, Acne-Prone 🔷️ Spreadability/Absorption: It has a rich, lotion-like texture. At first, it may seem a bit too greasy, but it surprisingly absorbs quickly without leaving any residue. Of course, it may be a bit heavy for oily skin types. 🔷️ Moisturizing Power: It's quite moisturizing and long-lasting, even for a serum. Although it doesn't last 48 hours, when the heater was on all day at the store and my already dry skin was feeling tight and flaky in the afternoon, this product helped alleviate that dryness. 🔷️ Fragrance: It's fragrance-free. It has the same scent as Cetaphil body lotion. It would be great for those sensitive to fragrance. 🔷️ Irritation: Even with my sensitive skin, there was no irritation at all. I could apply it generously before bed and my skin would still feel moisturized and not greasy in the morning. 🎈Overall: I've been using this as a body lotion, and I'm glad they came out with a facial version as well. The lack of irritating and artificial fragrances makes my skin feel so comfortable, and the rich yet non-greasy moisturizing properties are the biggest appeal for my dry skin.
Cons
There's really nothing I dislike about it. 🙂 Do I really need to fill 20 characters?

아이린77
Dec 2, 2022
Combination SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
This product is really essential, especially during these dry seasons! I was already using Cetaphil's moisturizing lotion frequently, as it's well-known for its hydrating properties. When I heard they released a new serum, I was excited to try it out. I have combination skin and tend to feel tightness, especially in the winter, so I always make sure to apply a serum or essence. At first, the texture felt a bit thick and rich, and I was worried it might be too heavy. But when I spread it out, it felt so smooth and soft, with the perfect amount of hydration and oil balance.
Cons
The price seems a bit high compared to the product volume. And the opaque packaging makes it difficult to see how much is left.

jhj103
Dec 1, 2022
Oily SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
The scent is odorless and fragrance-free! If you like fragrance-free products, I highly recommend this. The texture is extremely creamy. Since it's winter and very dry, this serum is great as the final step to lock in moisture. (To be honest, I don't understand why it's called a serum - it feels more like a body lotion with a thick, creamy texture.) It's moisturizing, but too thick, so if you don't properly prep your skin with an essence in the previous step, it won't absorb well and can leave your skin feeling dehydrated. My skin type is oily and I only have breakouts on my cheeks. For my skin type, this serum is too thick to use alone or as a two-step routine. I prefer using it in a routine like toner -> thin serum -> soothing cream (added when my skin feels dry) -> Cetaphil serum. This helps prevent dehydration and maintain a moisturized complexion. For those with very oily skin, this product may not be suitable. After using it for a few weeks, I haven't seen any improvement in my blemishes. However, the ingredients don't seem to worsen my breakouts either. I would repurchase this around 40% of the time. I'm using it now in the winter, but I definitely won't use it in the summer. There are many other products out there, and I'm not sure what the unique selling point of this one is. *This is just my personal opinion as someone with an oily skin type. Those with normal or dry skin may have a different experience.*
Cons
This product is too heavy for daily use. I think I'll use it on my neck and body rather than my face. Even though I'm still young, I'm concerned about neck wrinkles, and this seems to work well as a body product - it's quite moisturizing. I think it would work well as a nighttime treatment for those with dry skin, as it provides good hydration.

라몬드봉봉
Dec 1, 2022
Combination SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
I really enjoyed the Cetaphil Optimal Hydration Serum! First of all, it's a 48-hour activated serum, so the moisturizing effect lasts a long time. When you first apply it, a hydrating layer forms on the skin and that stays for a while. The texture is a bit thicker than I expected for a serum, but once it absorbs, my skin feels so soft and smooth. This was a bit surprising to me at first, since I usually think of serums as having a lighter formula. But it works really well, especially in the winter when my skin gets so dry. If my skin is feeling sensitive from the temperature difference between outside and my mask, this serum helps a lot.
Cons
The only downside is that the amount of product seems a bit small for the price. The full-size is 25,000 won, so that's something to consider when purchasing.
Tip
Overall, it's a really nourishing and reliable product!

깅곰돌
Nov 30, 2022
Oily SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
The product itself has a slightly thick texture, so I think it might feel a bit stuffy when applied in the summer, but right now in the winter, I just lie down with this one application!!! It's like an all-in-one feeling?! For those who are lazy, this would be great for oily skin types.
Cons
The volume is small, and it's a bit thick, so if you apply a thick cream on top of this, it will really feel greasy and heavy. 😂
Tip
For oily skin types only 😎 You can just apply this and go to sleep, but if it's drying, it would be better to apply a lighter product on top of it~~~

dduuuuuuuu
Nov 29, 2022
Combination SkinSensitive Skin
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Pros
The product has a slight rosy glow, but the cooling sensation is not overly stimulating, providing a soothing feeling. As it is fragrance-free, it can be comfortably used by those sensitive to scents. The slightly thick texture also gives a good moisturizing sensation.
Cons
As someone accustomed to using thinner serum formulas and applying them to the cheeks, the texture was not as familiar to me. It also has a slightly oily feel, so I would not recommend using it before makeup application.
Tip
After a month, I've grown more accustomed to the formula. As the weather has gotten colder, I've found myself reaching for this product more and more. With the office's humidifier running and the heater on, my skin tends to get very dry, so I've been using this in the mornings as well, even in the depths of winter.