I was lucky enough to be chosen to trial this serum. I have been using serums as a part of my skincare routine for the past few years as I age into mature skin.
The Hyalu B5 Serum comes in a white box with a picture of the serum bottle on it. As with other La Roche Posay products, the description and instructions for the product are written on the outside in several languages, including braille. Its key ingredients are listed as “hyaluronic acid, vitamin B5, and madecassoside.” It claims to target “wrinkles, loss of volume and elasticity, tired and dull skin.” The serum itself comes in a 30ml blue glass bottle. Inside the box the serum has a white lid, and a dropper is enclosed in the box separately to the bottle. Instructions for using the serum are enclosed under the label on the back of the bottle. The instructions say to apply the serum in the morning and evening to the face, neck and décolleté. I usually only apply a face serum at night, but for the purposes of the trial I have been applying it in both the morning and evening.
I have applied the Hyalu B5 Serum twice a day since I received it. In the mornings and evenings I have applied 3 drops of the serum to my face: 1 on my forehead where I have the most fine lines, and 1 each on my checks, which I then massage down into my chin, neck and chest. I have then applied either my day cream or my night cream. The serum itself is clear and has nearly no scent. It is easy to apply to the face with the glass dropper. I love using droppers because they allow me to have a lot of control over the amount of product that I use. The serum absorbs well into the skin, although it leaves a slight tacky feeling. However, the upshot is that it makes a great primer for makeup. Since I have been using it I have noticed that my skin looks smoother and less creased. I have also been suffering from some skin scaling due to a little eczema. The serum has not irritated my skin at all. In fact it has helped it to heal faster. One of the ingredients it contains, madecassoside, apparently soothes irritated skin and helps with scaling.
Altogether, I am really enjoying using this serum. It is one of the best that I have tried. I will definitely continue to use it after the trial is over.
The packaging of the product is simple as is the application. The bottle is a generous size- I'd prefer if the serum had a pump top. I find that easier to control and ensures you get all of the product when it comes time to replace.
The consistency of the serums quite rich and a little definitley goes a long way. One application My skin felt smooth and plumper. I apply mine straight after having a shower and cleansing my face. Its a good product to use after a shower when your skin has that 'tight' feeling.
The smell of the product is really pleasant so it gives you that feeling of having a little bit of luxury
Tips: Be prepared for your skin to break out with the use of a new product with active ingrediants. I experienced two decent pimples on my chin within the first couple of days of use.
Apply morning and night and make sure to include your neck in the application. A little bit goes a long way.
If skin is still not feeling moisturised follow up with either a mask or heavy moisturiser.