Obagi Kinetin+ Hydrating Cream Is the Antidote to Drying Cold Weather—Review

Think of it as an update on the classics, only better, because this one makes your skin more radiant. Obagi Kinetin+ Hydrating Cream pairs a tried-and-true skin care ingredient—ascorbic acid, which happens to be a long-time dermatologist favorite—with a buzzy newcomer called kinetin. A plant growth factor, kinetin is meant to help moisturize and improve skin tone. In Obagi Kinetin+ Hydrating Cream, the namesake ingredient is paired with another all-star brightener, ascorbic acid. That’s the especially effective pure form of vitamin C, beloved by dermatologists for its ability to make skin smoother and more radiant. “Ascorbic acid tackles pesky skin concerns, like dullness, discoloration, uneven texture, and fine lines,” says Allure’s Jennifer Hussein. Alongside soothing lactobacillus ferment and aloe, and hydrating soybean and panthenol, this skin-loving blend is an antidote to dryness (and all the things that can cause it, like cold weather), leaving complexions softer and more radiant. Apply a pump or two to clean skin, morning and/or night.

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