- Estimated level
- 10–40%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Plant extract
1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.
Avena Strigosa Seed Extract is an extract of the seeds of Avena strigosa, Poaceae
Avène
Redness Expert Soothing Moisturizing Concentrated Cream for Redness-Prone Skin
face neck cream
Avène
Redness Expert Soothing Moisturizing Concentrated Cream for Redness-Prone Skin
face neck cream
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Fit by skin type
General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.
Dry
70%
Combination (dry)
70%
Balanced
100%
Combination (oily)
70%
Oily
70%
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Is your skin feeling hot? Reach for Avène's Redness Expert Soothing Moisturising Concentrated Cream (30ml). Excellent as a make up base and moisturiser, this non-greasy formula leaves your skin feeling hydrated, soft and supple. However, unlike many moisturisers out there, this one's main benefit is that it helps reduce the look of redness. How? Well, thanks to the infusion of the brand's active ingredient angiopausine (an extract from milk thistle), it immediately soothes any sensitivity and overheating sensations to help lessen the appearance of redness in an instance. Let's leave the flushing to the blushers out there...
Full Ingredients
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About Redness Expert Soothing Moisturizing Concentrated Cream for Redness-Prone Skin
Overview
Redness Expert Soothing Moisturizing Concentrated Cream for Redness-Prone Skin is a cushioning cream from Avène, a brand based in France.
Texture and finish
By its ingredient list the formula reads as moderately cushioned — emollient enough to feel like a cream, without the heaviest occlusives near the top. There is very little humectant content, so this is not the step in a routine that adds water to skin.
What the formula does
Soothing: Moderate. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Avena Strigosa Seed Extract.
Who it suits
On richness alone it suits Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry), Combination (oily) and Oily skin. Nothing in the list is flagged as a common irritant, which is a reasonable starting point for reactive skin — though a patch test is still the only way to know.
What it does not target
The formula contributes little or nothing on hydration, barrier support, antioxidant protection and oil control. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.
What is not in it
Reading the full list, the formula is fragrance-free, essential-oil-free, no drying alcohol, paraben-free, silicone-free and microplastic-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging.
Where it fits in a routine
It can be used morning and evening. In a routine it goes after serums. Seal in your serums with it; in the morning, sunscreen still goes on top.
This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.
Pros and cons
Drawn purely from the ingredient list
Pros
- No fragrance or declared allergens
- No essential oils
- No drying alcohol
- Silicone-free
- No microplastics
- No common irritants flagged in the list
- No recognised malassezia (fungal acne) triggers
Which skin types it suits
Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.
Suitable for
- Balanced skin
Less suitable for
- Dry skin
- Combination (dry) skin
- Combination (oily) skin
- Oily skin
Sensitive skin
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
Formula analysis
Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.
Hydration
None
Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin
Barrier support
None
Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity
Antioxidant support
None
Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution
Oil control
None
Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine
Brightening
None
Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks
Soothing
Moderate
Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity
Cell renewal
None
Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover
Firmness signalling
None
Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support
What is and is not in it
Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.
Free from
- Fragrance-free
- Essential-oil-free
- No drying alcohol
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Microplastic-free
- Sulfate-free
- Dye-free
- Oil-free
- No animal-derived ingredients
What to layer it with
Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.
Compatible with
- Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
- Retinoids (retinol, retinal)
- AHAs (glycolic, lactic)
- BHA (salicylic acid)
- PHAs (gluconolactone)
- Benzoyl peroxide
- Azelaic acid
- Copper peptides
- Bakuchiol
- Niacinamide
- Hyaluronic acid
- Ceramides
- Signal peptides
- Panthenol
- Sunscreen
Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.
Where it fits in a routine
Morning
Evening
- Cleanse
- Toning
- Treat
- Moisturise
- Protect
This product is the "Moisturise" step.
- Seal in your serums with it; in the morning, sunscreen still goes on top.
Safety and suitability
Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not clearance — ask your doctor about anything you use daily.
- Fungal acne (malassezia)
- No ingredient here is a recognised food source for malassezia.
- Sensitive and reactive skin
- No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
Ingredients by function
Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 1 ingredients on the label.
1
Plant extract
Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent
Ingredient breakdown
Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.
Frequently asked questions
What ingredients are in Redness Expert Soothing Moisturizing Concentrated Cream for Redness-Prone Skin?
AVENA STRIGOSA SEED EXTRACT.
How do I use Redness Expert Soothing Moisturizing Concentrated Cream for Redness-Prone Skin?
Apply 1-2 times a day to the face and neck. Avoid contact with eyes.
What skin types is Redness Expert Soothing Moisturizing Concentrated Cream for Redness-Prone Skin good for?
Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry), Combination (oily), Oily skin.
Is Redness Expert Soothing Moisturizing Concentrated Cream for Redness-Prone Skin good for sensitive skin?
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
Is Redness Expert Soothing Moisturizing Concentrated Cream for Redness-Prone Skin fungal acne safe?
No ingredient in this formula is a recognised food source for malassezia, the yeast behind fungal acne.
Can I use Redness Expert Soothing Moisturizing Concentrated Cream for Redness-Prone Skin while pregnant?
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.
Is Redness Expert Soothing Moisturizing Concentrated Cream for Redness-Prone Skin fragrance free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is fragrance-free.
Does Redness Expert Soothing Moisturizing Concentrated Cream for Redness-Prone Skin contain alcohol?
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.
Is Redness Expert Soothing Moisturizing Concentrated Cream for Redness-Prone Skin silicone free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.
Does Redness Expert Soothing Moisturizing Concentrated Cream for Redness-Prone Skin contain essential oils?
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is essential-oil-free.
Is Redness Expert Soothing Moisturizing Concentrated Cream for Redness-Prone Skin paraben free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.
What can I layer with Redness Expert Soothing Moisturizing Concentrated Cream for Redness-Prone Skin?
It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.
When should I apply Redness Expert Soothing Moisturizing Concentrated Cream for Redness-Prone Skin?
Use it morning and evening, after serums.
How many ingredients does Redness Expert Soothing Moisturizing Concentrated Cream for Redness-Prone Skin have?
It lists 1 ingredient, of which 0 are recorded as actives.
Who makes Redness Expert Soothing Moisturizing Concentrated Cream for Redness-Prone Skin?
Avène, a brand based in France.
Brand
Avène
Country
France