4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Centella Asiatica Extract is the extract of the whole plant Hydrocotyl, Centella asiatica L., Apiaceae
Soothing
Anti-Aging
Dr.Melaxin
Facephalt Tightening Cream
face cream
Dr.Melaxin
Facephalt Tightening Cream
face cream
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Fit by skin type
General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.
Dry
83%
Combination (dry)
83%
Balanced
87%
Combination (oily)
57%
Oily
57%
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Ingredients
2
Benefits
0
Actives
Discover the transformative power of Dr. Melaxin Facephalt Tightening Cream, specially formulated to redefine your skin’s texture and firmness. Designed for full-face application, this luxurious cream blends potent botanical extracts with cutting-edge skin science to visibly tighten, lift, and smooth fine lines and wrinkles. Experience a velvety, non-greasy texture that absorbs effortlessly, leaving your skin feeling refreshed, radiant, and youthful all day long. Perfect for all skin types, it nourishes deeply while promoting collagen production to restore your natural, supple glow.
Key Insights
Benefits
2
Anti-Aging
Soothing
Full Ingredients
6 total
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HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN EXTRACT
ERICERUS PELA WAX
CALAMINE
CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT
About Facephalt Tightening Cream
Overview
Facephalt Tightening Cream is a cushioning cream from Dr.Melaxin.
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 Centella Asiatica Extract.
Who it suits
On richness alone it suits Dry, Combination (dry) and Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for 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. 2 ingredients on the label have not been matched to our database yet, so the analysis above reads a slightly incomplete list.
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 common irritants flagged in the list
Things to know
- Part of the label has not been matched to our ingredient database yet
Which skin types it suits
Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.
Suitable for
- Dry skin
- Combination (dry) skin
- Balanced skin
Less suitable for
- 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.
Skin concerns
Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.
Helps with
-
Anti-Aging 1 ingredient
Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
-
Soothing 1 ingredient
Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin
Does not target
Anti-Acne
Blackhead Reducing
Dark Spot Fading
Evens Skin Tone
Hydration
Oil Control
Pore Minimizer
Smooths Bumpy Skin
None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.
Key ingredients
The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.
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 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 4 ingredients on the label.
2
Occlusive
Forms a film that slows water loss
2
Plant extract
Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent
2
Texture agent
Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula
1
Soothing
Calms visible redness and irritation
1
Surfactant
Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together
Ingredient breakdown
Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.
- Estimated level
- 10–40%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Occlusive, Plant extract
1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.
Hydrolyzed Collagen Extract is the extract of Hydrolyzed Collagen
- Estimated level
- 5–20%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Texture agent
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Pela Wax
- Estimated level
- 5–20%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Occlusive, Texture agent
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Calamine (zinc oxide and ferric oxide)
- Estimated level
- 2–10%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Soothing, Surfactant, Plant extract
4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Centella Asiatica Extract is the extract of the whole plant Hydrocotyl, Centella asiatica L., Apiaceae
Soothing
Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
- Phytomedicine, April 2018, pages 110–119
- Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, August 2017, pages 311–315
- Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Jan-Feb 2016, pages 27–33
- Postepy Dermatologii I, February 2013, pages 46–49
- Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2010, pages 546–556
- Scientific Reports, June 2021, ePublication
Not yet matched to our database
These are printed on the label but have not been linked to an ingredient record yet, so they are excluded from the analysis above.
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Frequently asked questions
What ingredients are in Facephalt Tightening Cream?
HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN EXTRACT, ERICERUS PELA WAX, CALAMINE, CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT.
How do I use Facephalt Tightening Cream?
Apply after toner, serum, and moisturizer (on clean, dry skin). Use a small amount on target areas, then spread evenly over the full face. Stay expressionless for 2 minutes to allow the cream to set. Best used once daily, preferably at night. Avoid overapplying to prevent residue.
What skin types is Facephalt Tightening Cream good for?
Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Dry, Combination (dry), Balanced skin best. It is the least natural fit for Combination (oily), Oily skin.
Is Facephalt Tightening Cream 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.
Can I use Facephalt Tightening Cream 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.
What can I layer with Facephalt Tightening Cream?
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 Facephalt Tightening Cream?
Use it morning and evening, after serums.
How many ingredients does Facephalt Tightening Cream have?
It lists 4 ingredients, of which 0 are recorded as actives.
Who makes Facephalt Tightening Cream?
Dr.Melaxin.
Brand
Dr.Melaxin