Avène PhysioLift Night Smoothing Regenerating Balm 30ml is a rich, intensively reparative night cream from the French pharmacy brand Avène. Built around retinaldehyde — a gentler vitamin A derivative — alongside hyaluronic acid, marine actives and Avène's signature thermal spring water, it targets the visible signs of ageing while supporting the skin's natural overnight repair.
About Avène
Avène is a French dermo-cosmetic brand from Pierre Fabre Group, built around the soothing properties of Avène Thermal Spring Water sourced from the Cévennes mountains in southern France. The brand is widely respected for sensitive-skin care and is recommended by dermatologists worldwide. PhysioLift is Avène's flagship anti-ageing line, designed for visible wrinkles and loss of firmness.
Key ingredients
- Retinaldehyde (Retinal): a vitamin A derivative that supports cell renewal and helps refine texture and tone — generally gentler than standard retinol.
- Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate): hydrates and plumps the upper layers of the skin.
- Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract (Ascofilline): a marine active that helps support skin's natural collagen.
- Pre-Tocopheryl (Vitamin E precursor): antioxidant defence against free-radical damage and dullness.
- Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone: supports microcirculation in the skin.
- Avène Thermal Spring Water: calming, mineral-rich base water — the brand's signature ingredient.
Key benefits
- Targets the visible appearance of wrinkles and loss of firmness overnight.
- Refines and smooths the look of skin texture.
- Restores hydration and comfort to dry, drawn-looking complexions.
- Gentle enough for sensitive skin types thanks to retinaldehyde over harsher retinoids.
- Soothing, calming finish thanks to Avène Thermal Spring Water.
Who it's for
PhysioLift Night Balm is designed for anyone with visible wrinkles and loss of firmness — typically from the late thirties onwards — particularly those who want to introduce a gentle, well-formulated retinoid into their evening routine. The reassuring Avène pedigree also makes it a strong choice for sensitive or reactive skin types who often struggle with stronger retinol creams.
How to use
- In the evening, cleanse and tone the skin thoroughly.
- Apply your usual Avène serum or treatment first and allow to absorb.
- Warm a hazelnut-sized amount between the fingertips and smooth over face and neck, using upward strokes.
- Start with 2–3 nights per week and build up to nightly use as tolerated.
- In the morning, always finish your routine with a broad-spectrum SPF — retinoids increase sun sensitivity.
Specifications
- Size: 30ml
- Format: Anti-ageing night balm
- Concern: Wrinkles, loss of firmness, dullness
- Range: PhysioLift
- Brand: Avène
- Key active: Retinaldehyde
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