What is La Roche-Posay Lipikar Body Lipid-Replenishing Lotion used for?
La Roche-Posay Lipikar Body Lipid-Replenishing Lotion is designed for dry, sensitive skin prone to tightness. Suitable for both adults and children, it nourishes the skin and helps restore its comfort on a daily basis.
Dry skin is often the result of a compromised skin barrier. This weakness promotes water loss and makes the skin more sensitive to external aggressors, such as cold, wind, or frequent washing.
Thanks to its lipid-replenishing action, this lotion provides the lipids needed to help strengthen the skin barrier and limit dryness. The skin gradually regains suppleness, softness, and comfort.
Its formula combines niacinamide, which helps soothe feelings of discomfort, with shea butter, known for its nourishing and lipid-replenishing properties. Its Cold Cream-inspired action helps protect even the most sensitive skin from dryness.
Its lightweight texture absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy or sticky residue. It allows you to get dressed shortly after application and is suitable for daily use all over the body, especially after a shower or bath.
When applied regularly, Lipikar Lipid-Restoring Body Lotion helps maintain the skin’s moisture levels and preserve its natural protective function. It’s suitable for the whole family to care for dry areas and restore softer, more comfortable skin.
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How should you use this Lipikar body lotion?
La Roche-Posay Lipikar Body Lipid-Replenishing Lotion is a body care product that should be applied 1 to 2 times a day—or more often if needed—preferably to dry, freshly cleansed skin.
Apply a generous amount of cream to the palms of your hands, then gently massage it all over your body until the product is fully absorbed. This massage will help your skin absorb the product and also stimulate blood circulation.
Focus on areas of the body that tend to dry out quickly, particularly the legs—due to waxing or shaving—as well as the elbows, for example. Also focus on applying the cream to your décolletage to keep it nourished.
Moisturizing your skin regularly after showering will provide a real sense of comfort and restore softness and suppleness to your skin.
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Precautions for use:
- For external use only
- Avoid contact with the eyes.
- If irritation persists, discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Store at a temperature below 25°C
What are the ingredients in this La Roche-Posay body care product?
Ingredients
Aqua / Water / Eau, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter / Shea Butter, Glycerin, Sorbitan Stearate, Paraffinum Liquidum / Mineral Oil / Mineral Oil, Zea Mays Starch / Corn Starch, Niacinamide, Brassica Campestris Seed Oil / Rapeseed Seed Oil, Dimethicone, Cera Alba / Beeswax / Cire d’abeille, Sorbitan Tristearate, Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide, Poloxamer 338, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Sucrose Cocoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Cetyl Palmitate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Chlorhexidine Digluconate, Parfum / Fragrance (F.I.L. N70013142/1)
Product Description
Lipikar Body Lipid-Restoring Lotion by La Roche-Posay is available at your online pharmacy. It comes in a 400-ml pump bottle.
Advice and Expert Opinions from a Naturopath
To maintain the comfort of dehydrated skin, combine topical skincare with a healthy lifestyle. Drink water regularly as needed and prioritize a varied diet that includes fruits, vegetables, and sources of essential fatty acids, such as fatty fish, nuts, and vegetable oils. Avoid very hot and prolonged showers, which further damage the hydrolipidic film. Use a gentle cleanser, then apply Lipikar Lipid-Restoring Lotion to slightly damp skin after washing. In winter or in a heated room, less dry air also helps keep your skin comfortable. Consult a healthcare professional if you experience persistent itching, cracks, or lesions.
FAQ
What is the difference between dry skin and dehydrated skin?
Dry skin mainly lacks lipids, while dehydrated skin lacks water. Dryness is generally a long-term skin condition, whereas dehydration is a temporary condition that can also affect oily or combination skin. Both conditions can cause tightness and discomfort.
When should you apply Lipikar Body Lipid-Replenishing Lotion?
Apply the lotion once or twice a day to clean skin, ideally after a shower or bath. Applying it to skin that’s still slightly damp helps lock in the moisture on the skin’s surface. Focus on particularly dry areas.
Is drinking more water enough to rehydrate the skin?
Regular hydration contributes to the body’s overall functioning, but drinking more water isn’t always enough to correct dehydrated skin. A gentle skincare routine, appropriate products, and minimizing drying factors are also necessary.
Manufacturer Information
La Roche-Posay Dermatological Laboratory - AVENUE RENE LEVAYER 86270 La Roche-Posay France
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