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If we’re lucky, we get to witness our skin evolve as we age. But, if I’m being totally honest, that doesn’t always mean I love every effect time has on my skin. As I barrel towards my 40s, I’m focused on combating dryness, diminishing dark spots and softening fine lines as much as possible. Luckily, one of my favorite professional-grade brands has my (increasingly achy) back. Dermalogica’s Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream ($125) is a hero product for firming, lifting and plumping maturing skin.
The Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream “breathes new life into aging skin,” says the brand, thanks to oxygen-optimizing phytoactives. Ligustrum lucidum seed, glycogen and nasturtium flower help to oxygenate the skin’s surface for a deep hydration boost to multiple layers of skin. It also includes skin-softening jojoba oil, squalane for even more moisturizing, and luffa root and adaptogenic astragalus which firms, smooths and tightens. Put simply, its formula is impressive. The brand is so confident in their formula, they promise skin looks “more firmer and lifted” in just one week.
Shoppers say it’s “absolutely worth every penny”
While it’s on the pricier side, shoppers declare it’s “absolutely worth every penny.” Another says, “this moisturizer gave a me a beautiful plumping glow that I didn’t even think my skin was capable of having,” shares one reviewer. A second calls it “liquid gold in a bottle,” while a fan in their 60’s raves, “It has honestly made my skin look younger and more clear,” before adding it’s the “best skincare product [they’ve] ever used.”
A shopper in their 50s loves the “several unsolicited compliments” they now get on their skin. “This was a game changer for me in my quest to hydrate my menopausal skin. VERY hydrating, calming, and smoothing without blocking my pores,” the same person explains. “It has already made a huge difference in my tone and fine lines,” notes another. If you’re sill on the fence, allow me to share one final review: “It does everything it says it does.”
If younger-looking skin in days sounds appealing, jumpstart your anti-aging routine with Dermalogica’s Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream, available on Dermalogica.com.