Antipodes Lime Caviar Collagen-Rich Firming Cream Review
When I read the words Lime Caviar, I knew I wanted to see what it was all about. Does it smell fishy? Is it bubbly-like caviar? And more importantly, what is it going to do for my skin?
In short, the answer is no to the above. It’s giving luxury. It’s definitely a firming moisturiser I have enjoyed using daily for its texture and almost-edible sweet lime scent – my skin has drunk it up.
The Most Important Thing About This Antipodes Moisturiser Is…
It’s a high-end, sustainable skincare choice that is clinically proven to Scientifically shown to stimulate Type I collagen production in human fibroblast skin cells by up to 65%.
I would call this a global anti-ageing cream, as it hydrates, which is important for ageing skin to keep a youthful glow, and it firms in three ways, it helps collagen fibre contraction, the protection of the tissue in your face, and free-radical protection ,which is vital for ageing. And it’s all down to the Sepilift DPHP, it’s a multi-tasking peptides, also approved by cosmos, the vegan society Cosmos, Ecocert and NATRUE validation.
Antipodes say:
It’s our most sustainable product yet: 100% natural-origin, 100% biodegradable, and with 100% plastic-free packaging**, thanks to our new kerbside-recyclable aluminium lid!Scientifically shown to stimulate Type I collagen production in human fibroblast skin cells by up to 65%. (Trinity Bioactives: Independent Blind Study In-Vitro Scientific Investigation into the Effects of Antipodes® Products on the Production of Type I Collagen in Human Skin Fibroblast Cells in Culture, Concentrations at 2mg/ml – 2022).
After four weeks’ use, 88% of people said skin feels firmer. (In-vivo trial results from 57 participants after 4 weeks of use.)
What Skin Type Is It For?
The Collagen-Rich Firming Cream works best for dry skin and mature skin; anyone concerned with ageing and looking for a vegan approved formula will love how luxurious the cream feels.
Hero Ingredients:
- Sepilift™ DPHP, a high-tech peptide compound, supports natural collagen function
- Natural AHAs from lime caviar extract reveal a vibrant skin tone
- Nutrient-rich avocado oil improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
- Certified organic and vegan, with 100% natural-origin ingredients
- COSMO-certified fragrance of floral lime
Aqua (Water), Persea Gratissima (Avocado Pear) Oil, Organic, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Organic, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Organic, Cetearyl Glucoside, Glyceryl Stearate, Macadamia Integrifolia/Tetraphylla (Macadamia) Seed Oil, Organic, Parfum, Microcitrus Australasica (Caviar Lime) Fruit Extract, Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline, Leptospermum Scoparium (Nz Manuka) Branch/Leaf Oil, Organic, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Organic, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Maltodextrin, Organic, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Glycerin, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Benzoate, Limonene, Citral, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol.
What Does It Feel Like?
The cream: When you dip your finger into the cream – which is almost too perfect to disturb, it has a whipped-like texture that feels like a cream but melts into the skin like butter would.
The packaging: When you pick it up, it feels weighty like a luxury cream would, but this one is fully recyclable, so it makes you feel like you’re doing good using it as you can recycle it at home
What Does It Smell Like?
When I opened the pot, I could instantly smell chocolate limes, an old-fashion sweet which shows my age. It’s got a vanilla-chocolate sweetness, and the bitterness of lime smells fresh and not too overpowering.
If you have sensitive eyes like me, the scent didn’t make my eyes stream or run – this is my basic need.
It’s also has a COSMO-certified fragrance of floral lime.
How Do You Use The Product?
It’s important you apply the cream to clean skin, after your serum. As it’s a richer texture, allow a couple of minutes (2-5) before applying your makeup to get a smooth, tacky base that lasts. You can use this every morning and evening, so twice a day. Antipodes recommend it in the morning, but alternatively, if you find it too rich, you can use it in the evening instead.
Values?
- An internationally-recognised and accredited organisation that ensures formulations are free from toxic ingredients.
- It is also certified vegan by the UK Vegetarian Society, the oldest and most respected vegetarian and vegan organisation in the world.
- Antipodes is committed to repurposing, reusing and recycling, including using recyclable boxes made from 100% biodegradable cardboard derived from sustainable forests as well as glass bottles, aluminum tubes and printing with 100% eco ink from vegetables.
- 100% plastic-free packaging: new aluminium lid, glass jar, and 100% biodegradable cardboard derived from sustainable forests, and printed with 100% eco-inks from vegetables. Antipodes is committed to repurposing, reusing and recycling.
- Antipodes products are completely free from: parabens; sulphates; phthalates; silicon derived ingredients; synthetic fillers; genetically modified (GM) ingredients; genetically engineered (GE) ingredients, animal ingredients (except ingredients from living bees, such as honey); artificial colours; artificial fragrances; chemical sunscreens; mineral oils; petrochemicals (like propylene glycol); phenoxyethanol; BHA (butylated hydroxyanisole); ethanolamines and ethoxylated ingredients.