English Version | Ice proof

The thermometers are like our Sunday afternoon mood (energy levels: very low; amount of patience to use until Monday arrives: minus three; sympathy values to share with other human beings: zero), so we rummaged through the bathroom cabinet in search of products that can protect our skin from the oncoming cold.

Promises: to moisturize, strengthen, and regenerate the skin's skin barrier. Vogue’s word: an icon in the beauty world, La Mer's The Moisturizing Cream needs no introduction. With a smooth and silky texture that combines two key ingredients, the exclusive Miracle BrothTM and antioxidant Lime Tea, this ultra-rich cream has a moisturizing, firming and smoothing action - as if by magic, The Moisturizing Cream calms the skin's sensitivity, protecting it from external aggressions. Daily application provides firmer skin, visibly reduces lines and wrinkles and gives the complexion a more lifted, rejuvenated and appealing look. In a world full of “best of the month” lists and “trending topics”, this is one of those products to last a lifetime.

The Moisturizing Cream, € 345, La Mer.
The Moisturizing Cream, € 345, La Mer.

Promises: tointensively moisturize dry and dehydrated skin. Vogue’s word: to someone with oily-prone skin, an intensely moisturizing mask may seem daunting, but even combination or oily skin is not indifferent to dehydration. In hydravital mask, the science is simple. Its occlusive components allow the epidermis to lose moisture slowly, resulting in skin that is softer to the touch, and hyaluronic acid with tricolor viola extract provides even, immediate hydration. It is easy and uncomplicated to use: twice a week, for 15 minutes, apply a generous layer of product to the skin. Pro tip: it is also a lifesaver at summer time.

hydravital mask, € 45,44, Mesostetic.
hydravital mask, € 45,44, Mesostetic.

Promises: to nourish, protect, and repair dry skin. Vogue’s word: it is said that every 15 seconds a pack of Cicaplast Baume B5 is sold in Europe. This is not surprising, considering the many different functions of this miracle product, which has seen a huge hype in recent months, particularly on TikTok. The buzz is well deserved. Now that temperatures are at an all-time low, skin tends to get irritated (some people feel extremely dry, others may be surprised by its sudden “redness”) and this is where this ultra-regenerating balm comes in, soothing the affected areas in no time. Besides functioning as a skin protection agent, Cicaplast Baume B5 can be used as a night mask. In either case, the final result will always be five stars.

Cicaplast Baume B5, € 9,45, La Roche-Posay.
Cicaplast Baume B5, € 9,45, La Roche-Posay.

Promises: to nourish, protect, and repair dry skin. Vogue’s word: if hand creams were judged solely by their smell, Vinotherapist would certainly be at the top of that ranking. Even before you apply the product, you can already smell the intense citrus scent, but don't be fooled if you think it will remain, with the same intensity, throughout the day. The skin is hydrated, the scent fades and the softness in the hands lasts - the creamy texture and fast absorption of the cream allow a deep hydration, without an oily effect. It is a vegan cream, with 98% natural ingredients, protecting the skin from dehydration and daily aggressions and also strengthens nails and cuticles.

Vinotherapist, € 9,50, Caudalie.
Vinotherapist, € 9,50, Caudalie.

Translated from the original on Vogue Portugal's The Innocence Issue, published February 2023.Full story and credits on the print issue.