APLB Caffeine Niacinamide Facial Cream is a lightweight moisturizing cream designed to hydrate, brighten, soothe, and balance the skin without a heavy or greasy finish. Formulated with Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Caffeine, Niacinamide, Squalane, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Shea Butter, Macadamia Seed Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Beta-Glucan, and APLB’s Centella 3x Complex, it helps leave the skin feeling soft, refreshed, smoother, and more comfortable.

Benefits:

• Hydrates and locks in moisture: Glycerin, Betaine, Trehalose, Sodium Hyaluronate, Squalane, Shea Butter, and Macadamia Seed Oil help reduce dryness and maintain softness.
• Brightens dull-looking skin: Niacinamide helps improve the appearance of dullness, uneven tone, and lack of radiance.
• Supports a smoother-looking texture: Caffeine, Niacinamide, Squalane, and Hydrolyzed Collagen help improve the appearance of roughness and visible pores.
• Soothes sensitive-feeling skin: Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Beta-Glucan, and Tea Tree Leaf Extract help calm stressed-looking skin.
• Balances oil and moisture: The lightweight cream texture helps hydrate without leaving the skin feeling overly oily.
• Supports skin elasticity: Hydrolyzed Collagen, Squalane, Beta-Glucan, and nourishing emollients help skin look smoother and more supple.
• Strengthens the moisture barrier: Niacinamide, Squalane, Beta-Glucan, and Centella-derived ingredients help support healthier-looking skin.
• Comfortable for daily use: The formula is designed to absorb well and leave the skin feeling refreshed, soft, and balanced.

Skin Types: Normal • Dry • Combination • Sensitive • Dull skin
Skin Concerns: Dryness • Dullness • Uneven-looking tone • Visible pores • Sensitive-feeling skin • Rough texture • Oil-moisture imbalance • Loss of softness

Formula Notes:

• Contains Centella Asiatica Leaf Water as the first ingredient.
• Contains APLB’s Centella 3x Complex: Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, and Asiatic Acid.
• Contains Caffeine and Niacinamide, but no exact percentage for Caffeine is provided in the supplied ingredient list.
• The supplied description mentions “43% Caffeine,” but the INCI does not confirm this concentration, so it should not be presented as a verified Caffeine percentage.
• No Fragrance or Parfum is listed in the supplied ingredient list.
• Contains Beeswax, so it may not be suitable for those avoiding bee-derived ingredients.
• Described in the supplied product information as slightly acidic and suitable for sensitive skin.

How to Use:

1. Use after cleansing, toner, serum, or ampoule.
2. Apply a moderate amount evenly over the face and neck.
3. Gently pat until fully absorbed.
4. Use morning and evening according to your skin’s needs.
5. In the morning, finish with broad-spectrum sunscreen.
6. If your skin is very sensitive, patch test before regular use.

Key Ingredients:

• Centella Asiatica Leaf Water – Helps soothe sensitive-feeling skin and support a calmer, more comfortable complexion.
• Caffeine – Helps refresh tired-looking skin and improve the appearance of visible pores and uneven texture.
• Niacinamide – Helps brighten dull-looking skin, improve uneven tone, refine the look of pores, and support the moisture barrier.
• Centella 3x Complex – Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, and Asiatic Acid help soothe and support skin comfort.
• Squalane – Helps soften the skin, reduce dryness, and support a smooth, comfortable finish.
• Hydrolyzed Collagen – Helps condition the skin and support a smoother, more supple-looking appearance.
• Sodium Hyaluronate – Helps attract and retain moisture for a plumper, softer skin feel.
• Beta-Glucan – Helps soothe dryness and support moisture retention.
• Shea Butter – Helps nourish dry skin and maintain softness.
• Macadamia Seed Oil – Helps condition the skin and support a smoother texture.
• Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate – Helps calm visible irritation and maintain skin comfort.
• Tea Tree Leaf Extract – Helps support skin that is prone to excess oil or congestion.
• Sea Buckthorn Fruit Extract – Provides antioxidant care and supports visible radiance.
• Rice Extract & Saccharomyces Ferment – Help condition the skin and support a healthy-looking glow.

Ingredients:

Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Aqua(Water), Glycerin, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Stearic Acid, Silica, Glyceryl Stearate, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Propanediol, Beeswax, Hydroxyacetophenone, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Betaine, Caffeine, Niacinamide, Trehalose, Citric Acid, Trideceth-10, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Citrate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Dipropylene Glycol, Squalane, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Beta-Glucan, Caprylyl Glycol, Nelumbium Speciosum Flower Extract, Artemisia Annua Extract, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract

FAQ:

Q: What does APLB Caffeine Niacinamide Facial Cream help with?
A: It helps hydrate the skin, brighten dullness, improve the appearance of visible pores, soothe sensitive-feeling skin, and support a smoother, more balanced complexion.

Q: Does it contain Caffeine?
A: Yes. Caffeine is listed in the supplied ingredient list and helps refresh the skin while supporting a smoother-looking texture.

Q: Does it contain 43% Caffeine?
A: The supplied description mentions 43%, but the ingredient list does not confirm a 43% Caffeine concentration. Because Caffeine appears lower in the INCI, this should not be presented as verified.

Q: Does it contain Niacinamide?
A: Yes. Niacinamide is listed in the supplied ingredient list and helps improve the appearance of dullness, uneven tone, and visible pores.

Q: Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
A: The supplied product information describes it as suitable for sensitive skin and fragrance-free. Sensitive or reactive skin should still patch test before regular use, especially because it contains Tea Tree Leaf Extract.

Q: Is it fragrance-free?
A: No Fragrance or Parfum is listed in the supplied ingredient list.

Q: Is it suitable for dry skin?
A: Yes. It contains Glycerin, Shea Butter, Macadamia Seed Oil, Squalane, Sodium Hyaluronate, Trehalose, and Beta-Glucan to help moisturize and soften dry skin.

Q: Is it suitable for oily or combination skin?
A: Yes. The lightweight formula helps support oil-moisture balance, but very oily or congestion-prone skin should start with a small amount because it contains rich emollients and Beeswax.

Q: Can it help with dark spots or hyperpigmentation?
A: Niacinamide can help improve the appearance of uneven-looking tone and dullness over time. Daily sunscreen is essential when targeting dark spots.

Q: Does it contain Centella?
A: Yes. It contains Centella Asiatica Leaf Water and Centella-derived components, including Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, and Asiatic Acid.

Q: Is it vegan?
A: Beeswax is listed in the supplied ingredient list, so it may not be suitable for those avoiding bee-derived ingredients.

Q: Can I use it every day?
A: Yes. It can be used daily in the morning and evening as a moisturizing cream.

Q: Where can I find APLB skincare in Cyprus?
A: You can find this APLB facial cream at Just Cosmetics, together with a curated selection of Korean Cosmetics in Cyprus.