Avène A-Oxitive Smoothing Water Cream 30ml is a refreshing daytime moisturiser from the French dermatological brand's first-signs-of-ageing line. The lightweight water-cream texture absorbs almost instantly and combines a gradual-release vitamin C (ascorbyl glucoside) with stable vitamin E (tocopheryl glucoside) to brighten, smooth fine lines and shield the skin against daily oxidative stress and pollution.
About Avène
Avène is the dermatological skincare brand from Pierre Fabre, born around the Avène-les-Bains thermal spring in southern France. The brand has been recognised by dermatologists for its soothing thermal spring water for decades, and is particularly trusted for sensitive and reactive skin types. The A-Oxitive range is its dedicated antioxidant routine, designed for women in their 20s to early 40s wanting prevention and early correction.
Key ingredients
- Ascorbyl Glucoside (Gradual-Release Vitamin C) — releases pure vitamin C gradually through the day, brightening and smoothing skin texture.
- Tocopheryl Glucoside (Stable Vitamin E) — combats oxidative stress and helps protect skin lipids from free radical damage.
- Avène Thermal Spring Water — the brand's signature soothing mineral water, naturally rich in selenium.
- Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid) — humectant for deep, plumping hydration.
- Glycerin and Propylene Glycol — humectants that draw moisture into the skin.
Key benefits
- Smooths fine lines and reduces the look of expression wrinkles
- Brightens dull, tired-looking complexions
- Hydrates and helps protect against daily environmental aggressions
- Acts as an anti-pollution shield through pro-vitamins C and E
- Brand-claimed: 90% of users reported brighter skin after 5 days; 82% reported smoother fine lines
- Lightweight, fast-absorbing texture suitable for use under makeup
- Suitable for sensitive skin and dermatologically tested
Who it's for
Best suited to women in their 20s to early 40s noticing the first signs of ageing — early fine lines, dullness, uneven tone or environmental dryness from city living. Especially useful for normal, combination and lightly oily skin where heavier anti-ageing creams feel too rich. The Avène thermal spring water base makes it gentle enough for sensitive complexions.
How to use
- Cleanse the face thoroughly in the morning and pat dry.
- Apply any treatment serum first.
- Take a small, hazelnut-sized amount of cream and warm between the fingertips.
- Smooth across the face and neck in upward, outward strokes.
- Always finish with a broad-spectrum sunscreen.
- Pair with the rest of the A-Oxitive line — including the Defence Serum and Eye Cream — for a complete antioxidant routine.
Specifications
- Size: 30ml
- Format: Daytime water-cream moisturiser
- Brand: Avène (Eau Thermale Avène, France)
- Range: A-Oxitive
- Suitable for: All skin types, including sensitive; targeted at the first signs of ageing
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