Buying a face cream you cannot open first is a different problem from buying one in a shop. You have a photo, a paragraph of copy and an ingredient list — and Faberlic, a Russian company trading since 1997, ships to more than forty countries, so most buyers are working exactly that way.
Here is how to narrow it down.
Start with texture, not the line name
Faberlic organises creams into ranges — its oxygen lines built around the Aquaftem complex, the plant-based Botanica series, and seasonal additions. Line names tell you the brand story. Texture tells you whether the cream will suit you.
| Skin type | What to look for |
|---|---|
| Dry | Rich cream, oils and lipids high in the list |
| Oily / combination | Gel-cream or fluid, lightweight finish |
| Normal | Anything; go by season |
| Sensitive | Short ingredient list, low fragrance |
The single most common mistake is oily skin skipping moisturiser altogether. Dehydrated skin compensates by producing more oil, so the problem gets worse rather than better.
Day and night are not the same product
A day cream needs to absorb quickly, sit under makeup and pair with sunscreen. A night cream can be heavier because nothing has to go on top of it, and skin repairs itself overnight anyway.
If you are only buying one, buy the night cream and use something light in the morning. That order gets you more benefit per purchase than a single all-purpose product.
Reading the catalogue entry properly
The catalogue refreshes roughly every three weeks, so specific products move in and out. What stays constant is how to read an entry:
- Find the intended skin type and the texture description first
- Check whether it is marked for a particular age range — Faberlic labels this
- Note any active ingredients that need gradual introduction, such as acids or retinol
See the current catalogue on faberlic.com for what is available in your market this cycle.
Setting the expectation honestly
A face cream hydrates, supports the skin barrier and improves surface condition. It does not remove deep lines or replace clinical treatment, and anything promising otherwise is overselling.
Mild tingling with a new product can settle within days. Sustained stinging, itching or breakouts mean stop using it. For persistent irritation, suspected dermatitis or anything that spreads, see a doctor rather than working through more products.
One practical habit
Introduce one new cream at a time and give it three to four weeks. Two new products at once, and a reaction tells you nothing useful about either.
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