Moisturizer Review: fresh Rose Hydration Cream

Hello folksickles. Today's review will be for the fresh Rose Hydration Cream.

Availability: This product retails at $17 for 0.5 fl. oz. (15 mL), $45 for 1.6 fl. oz. (50 mL) and is available at sephora.com, ulta.com, fresh.com,  jcpenny.com, macys.com, and bluemercury.com along with their physical store locations. 

Would I buy this?: Probably not. 

What is this product designed to address?

According to sephora.com this is what the product is and what it does:

What it is: A best-selling hyaluronic acid moisturizer featuring a new clean formula with 72-hour hydration and a lightweight texture for plump, dewy skin.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Dullness, and Uneven Texture
Formulation: Cream
What Else You Need to Know: This lightweight moisturizer delivers up to 72 hours of hydration in three ways: a duo of hyaluronic acids hydrates while time-release technology delivers continuous hydration. It also contains damask rose extract to support the skin’s barrier, resulting in dewy skin that’s plumped with moisture.
Clinical Results:
Scientifically proven to deliver 72-hour deep hydration*
Scientifically proven to strengthen the skin’s barrier for 24hrs**
100% said it provided immediate hydration***
*instrumental test, 11 subjects
**instrumental test, 10 subjects, 24 hrs
***self-assessment, 60 subjects, 4 weeks
Clean at Sephora

Clean at Sephora is formulated without a list of over 50 ingredients, including sulfates (SLS and SLES), parabens, phthalates, and more. 

Does it contain any special/beneficial ingredients?
Again, according to sephora.com:

- Damask Rose Extract: Retains moisture and supports the skin’s barrier.

- Hyaluronic Acid Duo (1,500 and 50 kDA): Delivers hydration.

- Time-Release Technology: Helps deliver continuous hydration on the skin’s surface.

What is the texture like?

I'd describe the texture as a refreshing light-weight cream. 

Is it scented?

This has a very soft, cucumber rose-jam type scent that's typical of fresh products.

My overall experience/comments on the product:
I'll be honest that I really love the lightweight, quick-absorbing texture of this. It makes the skin feel hydrated and silky without being heavy at all. Over time, I just don't love fresh's rose scent especially since I've tried products with more of that sweet rose scent that I genuinely enjoy. Otherwise I like this moisturizer; it makes my skin feel very smooth and silky.

Please let me know if you have any questions or comments.

Disclaimer: This was provided for testing purposes. I am under no obligation to mention this product on this blog.