My Honest Review of the Medi-Peel Herb Thermal Ceramide Cream

Hello there!

I recently needed a cream to restore my skin's barrier after using retinol, and I'm glad I finally got my hands on the Korean Medi-Peel cream with ceramides and thermal water. Ceramides are exactly what I need in this case!

Volume: 120 ml.Price: 3-4 thousand.Skin type: suitable for all types. What does the manufacturer promise?

The Medi-Peel Herb Thermal Ceramide Cream promises to soothe, replenish moisture, restore, and protect my skin, getting rid of dryness, flakiness, and the feeling of tightness. It claims to smooth, even out, and calm irritation and redness.

This product is supposed to improve the condition of sensitive and dehydrated skin, fortifying the natural barrier. It's also meant to speed up the healing process and reduce sensitivity to external irritants.

The lightweight gel formula cools down, giving me a sense of comfort and hydration.

The formula is based on 75.5% thermal water, which contains valuable minerals. Thermal water is supposed to eliminate dryness, flakiness, and the feeling of tightness, normalize pH, and balance moisture and lipid levels on the skin's surface, smoothing and soothing.

The composition also includes components with low molecular mass, which enhance the penetration of nourishing and moisturizing components, delivering them deep into the skin.

Ceramides in the cream integrate into the natural lipid layer of the epidermis, strengthening it and preventing moisture loss and the penetration of harmful substances that cause irritation.

Additional active components:

NB P-Complex is a patented blend of plant extracts from jute, borage, and carrot that's got some serious anti-aging benefits, stimulates regeneration, boosts local immunity, and packs an antioxidant punch.Derma Clera is a soothing blend that helps fortify your skin's barrier function: it calms inflammation, smooths out rough patches, and promotes healing.Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) is a great ingredient for tackling oily skin, regulating sebum production, brightening your complexion, and preventing new dark spots from forming – it even boosts collagen production.Mango Butter is a deep moisturizer that banishes dryness, hydrates from the inside out, and leaves your skin feeling silky smooth – it's packed with antioxidants and amino acids.Six types of hyaluronic acid work together to lock in moisture and create a water-retentive barrier on your skin's surface, eradicating dryness and tightness, and keeping your skin feeling supple and elastic.It's suitable for all skin types.

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U0001fa75 Packaging and aesthetics

The product comes in a sturdy cardboard box with a tamper-evident sticker (hologram). Inside, the tube has a foil seal, so the packaging is pretty secure.

The box has all the essential info on the product's composition and usage – it's in English and Korean, but there's a Russian translation sticker that the supplier provides (I've removed it). I've got to say, the design and packaging of this cream really won me over, especially the soothing blue color scheme. For the price, it's got to look and feel nice in your hand and on your shelf...

Ingredients The ingredient list is impressive, with no comedogenic properties in sight. It's based on thermal water, niacinamide, and a bunch of soothing and restorative extracts.

I've got to say, the ingredient list for this product is pretty impressive. Here's what's in it: Onsen-Sui at 75.514%, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Caprylyl Methicone, Niacinamide, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Extract, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Extract, Origanum Vulgare Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract, Ilex Paraguariensis Leaf Extract, Borago Officinalis Extract, Corchorus Olitorius Leaf Extract, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Trehalose, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Raspberry Ketone, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Beta-Glucan, Tocopherol, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Ceramide NP at 10 ppm, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Benzyl Glycol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Dipropylene Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tromethamine, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Surfactin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Panthenol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Water, Carbomer, Pantolactone, Disodium EDTA, Adenosine, 1,2-Hexanediol.

U0001fa75 Scent

I'm really glad this product doesn't have any fragrance - I'm not a fan of perfumes in skincare products.

U0001fa75 Texture of the cream

The cream from Medi-Peel is gel-like, lightweight, and a small amount covers my whole face. It glides smoothly over my skin, but the consistency is a bit misleading.

One thing that caught me off guard was how long the finish lasted - it's this lovely, natural-looking glow that stays on my skin for about 40 minutes. It's not a greasy shine or a sticky feeling, just a really pleasant, hydrated result. Of course, the cream does eventually get absorbed, but don't expect it to leave your skin completely matte.

My Experience with the Cream I've got super sensitive, combination skin with dry patches and flakiness. As I mentioned earlier, I needed a cream that would help restore the barrier function. This guy delivers on that promise - 10/10.

I've been using Medi-Peel with ceramides in the mornings on clean, dry skin after toner. The effect is almost immediate - I get a sense of redness and irritation being calmed down, and it even feels a bit cooling. After using acids and retinol, it's a real treat. The cream doesn't irritate my eyes, even if it accidentally gets in them. What's most important to me is that it doesn't clog my pores or cause breakouts.

With regular use, my skin barrier starts to repair itself pretty quickly - usually within 2-3 days, my face goes back to normal, and my skin calms down. All the redness and scarring disappears. I'd say this cream with ceramides is safe to use around the eye area too!

Overall, I'm really happy with this cream, but there's one thing that's got me a bit annoyed. The manufacturer claimed it's suitable for all skin types - sensitive, oily, normal... but for dry, dehydrated skin, especially during the winter, it just doesn't provide enough moisture. I was using it when it wasn't too cold, and it was fine, but once the heating kicked in, I really felt like it was lacking in the nourishment department.

I've found this cream to be perfect for everyday use, especially during warmer months, or as a great base under makeup - the tone looks amazing. However, it's not my go-to moisturizer. This cream is more about restoration. Now I use Medi-Peel with ceramides in the morning, and a more nourishing, hydrating version at night, and my skin is happy even in winter.

U0001fa75 Verdict

This is an excellent cream that does a great job of restoring, soothing, and protecting my skin, but it's not moisturizing enough to earn a high rating. I'm pretty sure less finicky skin would love it way more than mine, which is just plain confused.

I'll be using the generous 120ml size for a long time, but I'm not sure if I'll repurchase - I'm curious to try other ceramide creams. Still, I'd highly recommend Herb Thermal Ceramide Cream - it's a great skincare product from a reputable brand.