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Tessa Chan


 
Sisley Restorative Facial Cream (HK$1,200/50ml)
	Claim: contains soothing Shea butter to protect skin against dryness and irritation caused by wind and cold weather, repairs, deeply hydrates and repairs damaged or skin. Gentle enough for children (three and up) to use. Available at Sisley Beauty Boutiques
	
 
 

Aveda Botanical Kinetics Intense Hydrating Rich Crème (HK$420/50ml)
	Claim: a luxurious, richer alternative to the Soft Crème from the same series, this one is suitable for very dry skin. A natural plant formulation provides intense hydration that lasts all day. Available at aveda.com.hk
	
 
 

Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream Ultra-Rich (HK$1,280/50ml) 
	Claim: targeting dehydrated, ageing skin, this contains seaweed extracts firm the skin and improve its elasticity and overall tone. Cocoa butter nourishes, and sunflower extract provides a lasting protective barrier. Available at Harvey Nichols
	
 
Verdict: While Aveda's cream was the thickest in texture, none of these feel greasy or heavy. Aveda's beats the others in terms of value for money, and coats the skin with a protective matte layer that lasts most of the day. Elemis' has a silky texture and soaks in immediately, and it does seem to deliver firmer, more glowing skin. Although it doesn't boast as many flashy ingredients as Elemis', Sisley's is equally effective. It has a pleasant old-school perfume scent and leaves skin feeling soothed and nourished.
 
 


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While Aveda's cream was the thickest in texture, none of these feel greasy or heavy. Aveda's beats the others in terms of value for money, and coats the skin with a protective matte layer that lasts most of the day.
