StriVectin never ceases to amaze me. They have so many wonderful products in the lineup already, yet they always keep pushing for beauty innovations. I had an opportunity to sample the brand’s latest invention – StriVectin Multi-Action Restorative Cream [$95 for 1.7 oz, available here] – a multi-tasking anti-aging moisturizer that targets 12 visible signs of aging that manifest in fine lines, wrinkles, reduced density, loss of firmness, sagging, uneven texture, dehydration, dullness, discoloration, lack of clarity, reduced resilience, and enlarged pores. That’s a lot of things to take care of, so a good anti-aging skincare wardrobe is a must for me, and anything that promises to slow down the clock for my skin is worth trying.
Like many of the brand’s products, StriVectin Multi-Action Restorative Cream comes in a signature hot pink jar. The consistency reminds me of a thick white paste that melts into a runny lotion when I warm it up between my fingers prior to application. It has no noticeable fragrance, which is something scent-sensitive people will certainly appreciate.
I use about a dozen different products on any given day, and sometimes formula clashes occur. StriVectin Multi-Action Restorative Cream did not want to play well with one of my serums. Every time I paired those two together I ended up having to redo my entire routine due to massive flaking. There were no other formula clashes aside from that one serum, so now I just try to remember not to wear them on the same day.
Once on the skin this cream feels fantastic! It instantly gives my complexion smoother appearance, making it plumper and more moisturized. On those days when my cheeks and chin get a little dry I like to mix in a few drops of argan or some other nourishing oil for extra benefits.
Since I have combination/dehydrated skin, I look for lightweight anti-aging products that also help with the water loss. They’re harder to find than you think! StriVectin Multi-Action Restorative Cream contains patented NIA-114 technology that helps address just that – it makes the skin’s moisture barrier stronger, helping it stay hydrated more effectively.
Bottom line: This is a decent lightweight multi-tasking moisturizer with some useful anti-aging ingredients that will work well for someone with normal, oily, and combination skin. It doesn’t contain Alcohol Denat, and it’s unscented, which makes it a viable choice for sensitive skin, too. However, lack of SPF and jar packaging make this otherwise good product a second choice for me personally.
You can purchase StriVectin Multi-Action Restorative Cream at Strivectin.com, Ulta, Nordstrom, Macy’s, and other fine beauty retailers.
Have you tried StriVectin skincare before? Do you avoid products in jar packaging? What is your favorite anti-aging moisturizer? Let me know in the comments below!
