First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream Intense Hydration Moisturizer
by First Aid Beauty · skin_care
Editor's Take
Shea Butter, Ceramide NP, and Squalane lead a legitimately barrier-focused formula, though the Eucalyptus oil and conventional silicone base hold it back from ultra-clean territory.
Four-pillar formula scores
- Efficacy: 7.8 / 10
- Modern Tech: 6.0 / 10
- Clean Beauty: 7.4 / 10
- Sustainability: 3.5 / 10
The Verdict
This is a credible intensive moisturizer that delivers on its hydration promise through a triple-lipid system and multi-botanical soothing complex. The formula earns its efficacy score by prioritizing proven barrier-repair actives over cosmetic slip, and the rich emollient base provides genuine occlusive comfort for compromised skin. The inclusion of Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil introduces unnecessary sensitization risk in a product marketed for barrier repair, and the conventional silicone and EDTA components keep it firmly in the mixed-sustainability camp. Worth it for barrier support when you can tolerate the fragrant oil, but cleaner alternatives exist at this price point.
Full INCI list
Water, Stearic Acid, Glycerin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Dimethicone, Squalane, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Allantoin, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Chrysanthemum Parthenium (Feverfew) Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Ceramide NP, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil.