#5 The GelCrème
50g
This clarifying hydrator recalibrates skin pH balance with a Complex of Hydroxy Acids, evening out skin tone and texture while delivering intense hydration.
Use in the PM.
Complimentary The HydraCalm Light Crème with orders over $400.
The Ritual
Dispense 2–3 drops into palm.
Gently smooth over face, neck, décolletage and backs of hands.
To discover how to introduce this formulation into your RATIONALE Ritual, connect with our Team of Online Skin Consultants.
The Research
Acidic skin pH plays a critical role in optimising cellular differentiation (cellular function), desquamation (cell turnover) and the synthesis of vital skin lipids.
Environmental skin damage caused by the sun, pollution and temperature extremes results in skin pH shifting from acidic to alkaline. This can cause the downregulation of enzymes vital to barrier lipid synthesis and connective tissue regeneration (collagen and elastin).
The outcome of this is the typical pathology of premature ageing, including dryness, sensitivity, pigmentation and skin laxness.
Topical application of hydroxy acids can recalibrate skin pH back to a desirable acidic levels, refining texture, smoothness, hydration, tone and clarity.
Frequently Asked Questions
RATIONALE’s GelCrèmes are a combination of water and lipids with a higher concentration of water-based ingredients, resulting in a lightweight consistency.
RATIONALE GelCrèmes act as a gentle hydrator, seamlessly infusing the skin with active ingredients for enhanced effectiveness.
The GelCrèmes have a lightweight texture, enabling faster absorption into the skin compared to the heavier texture of traditional crèmes, which are designed to be absorbed more slowly into the skin.
Combination skin types can benefit from using a gel Formulation to address both hydration and oil flow simultaneously. If you're new to active ingredients or experiencing redness, RATIONALE’s GelCrèmes can be a gentle introduction that is less likely to cause skin sensitivities.
The primary differences lie in the active ingredients: #5 The GelCrème gently recalibrates skin pH with a Complex of Hydroxy Acids, whereas #6 The GelCrème supports skin renewal with a Botanical Retinol Alternative (Bakuchiol) Complex—a botanical alternative to Vitamin A.