{"title":"ClearDea Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore ClearDea at Adilsons. This collection brings together essences, serums and ampoules and facial cream. Browse by the step or product format you are looking for, then compare the available options.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck each product page for its intended use, size, directions and current availability. Products within a brand can serve different purposes; choose the individual formula or format that suits what you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/adilsons-beauty\"\u003eAdilsons Beauty\u003c\/a\u003e for related collections.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cleardea-minari-calming-gel-serum-30ml","title":"ClearDea Minari Calming Gel Serum 30ml","description":"\u003carticle\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"atomic-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClearDea Minari Calming Gel Serum\u003c\/strong\u003e is an oil-free, water-based gel serum from Korean brand ClearDea, built around \u003cstrong\u003eMinari (Oenanthe Javanica \/ water dropwort) extract\u003c\/strong\u003e alongside Houttuynia Cordata, green tea, mugwort, and lemon balm extracts. It works by pairing humectant hydration (trehalose, panthenol, a multi-weight hyaluronic acid complex) with soothing plant extracts to calm the surface irritation and post-breakout redness common in Mauritius's heat-and-AC cycle, without an occlusive or oily finish. \u003cstrong\u003eDo not buy this expecting a treatment-strength acne or brightening active\u003c\/strong\u003e — its named hero ingredient is disclosed at a trace 0.0826% concentration, so its role here is comfort and barrier-friendly hydration, not a clinical exfoliant or spot-treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt-a-Glance (Is this for you?)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValues you can verify:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Genuine (Adilsons sourcing policy) · Fragrance-Free (no Parfum\/Fragrance in the declared INCI) · FA-Conditional* (see Section 30B) · Halal-Friendly*\/Vegan-Friendly* (self-assessed, not certified — see Section 26).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClearDea (Korea)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGel Serum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet Volume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKey Ingredient\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinari (Oenanthe Javanica) Extract — 0.0826% disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkin Types\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOily, combination, acne-prone, sensitive\/reactive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Concern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRedness, sensitivity, excess-sebum discomfort\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAM\/PM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoutine Complexity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraightforward\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMFDS Classification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot confirmed — most consistent with General Cosmetic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe empathy line:\u003c\/strong\u003e If your skin flares red and tight the moment you walk from Mauritius's outdoor heat into an air-conditioned office or car, that whiplash is a real barrier stress response, not oversensitivity. \u003cstrong\u003eThe oily-tight paradox:\u003c\/strong\u003e if your T-zone shines by noon but your skin also feels tight after cleansing, that's usually dehydrated-oily skin overproducing sebum to compensate for water loss, not simply \"oily\" skin — this serum's humectant base is built to interrupt that cycle rather than strip more oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePros:\u003c\/strong\u003e genuinely oil-free and non-sticky; fragrance-free by INCI; broad soothing-botanical stack (Houttuynia Cordata, green tea, mugwort, lemon balm) rather than a single hero; layers easily under sunscreen in humidity. \u003cstrong\u003eCaveats:\u003c\/strong\u003e the marketed \"Minari\" ingredient sits at a trace 0.0826% concentration, so treat this as a comfort\/hydration layer, not a targeted acne or brightening treatment; no independently-verified customer reviews were found for this exact SKU at the time of writing; pH is not publicly disclosed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Over-Cleansing Cycle (Why your skin feels worse)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Mauritius's heat, the shine and grease you feel by midday is sebum and sweat doing their job, not dirt sitting on top of your skin. Washing more than twice daily strips the acid mantle (target skin surface pH roughly 4.5-5.5), and stripped skin responds by producing even more sebum to compensate — the exact oiliness you're trying to eliminate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gel serum is designed to sit downstream of that cycle: its humectant-and-soothing-botanical base (trehalose, betaine, panthenol, Houttuynia Cordata) replaces water the skin lost to over-cleansing or AC exposure, rather than adding oil or occlusion the skin doesn't need. Pairing it with a gentle, low-pH cleanser (see Section 37) rather than a stripping foaming one addresses the root cause instead of only calming the symptom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Energy and Burnout Viability (For tough days)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility checklist:\u003c\/strong\u003e bedside-compatible (no sink needed) — yes; requires rinsing — no; requires precise dosage — no, a few drops by feel is fine; usable with unwashed\/dry hands in a pinch — yes; requires a wait time — a light 30-60 second wait before moisturizer is enough; can anchor a bare-bones routine — yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a low-energy day, this can stand in as the entire \"treatment\" step of a 3-product minimum routine: gentle cleanser, this serum, moisturizer (add SPF if it's daytime). Its watery gel texture and non-sticky finish mean it's unlikely to feel heavy or aversive even when you're too tired to do a full 10-step routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Start (60-Second Essentials)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 1 — When:\u003c\/strong\u003e Morning or evening, after cleansing and toner. \u003cstrong\u003eStep 2 — How much:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-3 drops or a single pump, roughly the size of a small coin puddled in your palm. \u003cstrong\u003eStep 3 — How:\u003c\/strong\u003e Press and pat into slightly damp skin with your hands; do not rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe one rule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Introduce this as the ONLY new product in your routine. Wait a full 14 days before adding anything else. This isolation window ensures you can identify whether any reaction is caused by this specific product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAM Routine Guide (Morning sequence)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Gentle cleanser (optional, if skin feels oily on waking). 2. Soothing toner. 3. \u003cstrong\u003eClearDea Minari Calming Gel Serum\u003c\/strong\u003e — 2-3 drops, pat in, wait 30-60 seconds. 4. Moisturizer. 5. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Mauritius's humid mornings, humectants like the trehalose and hyaluronic acid complex in this serum draw water from the humid air around you rather than pulling it from your deeper skin layers — one reason a light gel serum often performs better here than a heavier cream at this step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePM Routine Guide (Evening sequence)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Oil cleanser (if wearing sunscreen\/makeup). 2. Water-based cleanser. 3. Toner. 4. \u003cstrong\u003eClearDea Minari Calming Gel Serum\u003c\/strong\u003e — 2-3 drops, pat in, wait 30-60 seconds. 5. Moisturizer, sealing with an occlusive if your skin runs dry or you sleep under AC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this product has no retinoid, acid, or Vitamin C lane, it does not need to be placed inside a skin-cycling schedule (Section 8B) — it can be used nightly alongside whatever active lane you're running elsewhere in your routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use (Amounts, technique, and tips)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eArea\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAmount\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePumps (estimate)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull face\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-3 drops \/ a small coin-size puddle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~1 pump if pump-dispensed (estimate — packaging format not independently confirmed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFace + neck\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+1 extra drop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~1.5 pumps (estimate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pat and press, do not rub — friction degrades gel-serum texture and increases irritation risk on already-reactive skin. \u003cstrong\u003eRequired skin state:\u003c\/strong\u003e slightly damp, right after toner, so the humectants have surface moisture to bind to. \u003cstrong\u003eWait time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30-60 seconds before your next layer is enough since this contains no pH-dependent acid that needs longer to work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHands vs. cotton pad:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hands deliver 100% of the product; cotton pads absorb approximately 30-40% of it. Use hands for this step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoutine Encyclopedia (Where every product type fits)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an encyclopedia map of all product types. You do not use all of these daily. You select modules based on your skin state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlobal execution rules:\u003c\/strong\u003e Viscosity ladder — thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase, treatments before seals. Wait-time defaults — watery layers 10-20s, serum layers 30-60s, 10-15 min before sunscreen if going outdoors or applying makeup. Amount defaults unless brand-specific instructions override: watery toner\/essence 5-8 drops per layer; serum\/ampoule 2-3 drops or 1 pump (+1 drop for neck); eye product ½ rice-grain per eye; gel moisturizer 1-1.5 peas, cream 1-2 peas; occlusive seal rice-grain to pea-size max; sunscreen 2-finger rule for face, +1 finger for neck. Hard cap rule: if the routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers, not increase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAM Maximum Stack:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1. Rinse\/gentle cleanse (optional). 2. pH-prep toner (optional). 3. Hydrating toner layers (optional, 1-3). 4. Essence (optional). 5. Mist (optional). 6. Booster\/soothing serum — \u003cstrong\u003ethis product can sit here\u003c\/strong\u003e. 7. Antioxidant lane (choose one). 8. Pigment support lane (choose one). 9. Hydration serum lane. 10. Oil-control\/sebum-regulating lane (choose one). 11. Peptides\/repair lane. 12. Eye serum\/cream. 13. Moisturizer. 14. Optional sealing layer (AC\/dry only). 15. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable). 16. Lip SPF.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn AM, prioritize comfort + SPF adherence over stacking. In high humidity, fewer layers often perform better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePM Maximum Stack:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1. Micellar pre-cleanse (optional). 2. Oil cleanser\/balm (if SPF\/makeup). 3. Water cleanser. 4. pH-prep toner. 5. Hydrating toner layers. 6. Essence. 7. Soothing\/barrier serum — \u003cstrong\u003ethis product can sit here\u003c\/strong\u003e. 8. [Anchor product, if running an active elsewhere]. 9. Targeted serum (only if non-conflicting). 10. Moisturizer. 11. Sleeping mask (optional). 12. Occlusive seal (optional). 13. Spot treatment\/pimple patch (as needed). 14. Lip sleeping mask (optional).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not layer retinoids with AHA\/BHA in the same night; keep \"one lane\" per night. One-lane rule: Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR Strong Vitamin C (LAA) OR Acne-control active per routine; barrier\/hydration can always accompany. If unsure: default to the safest lane — barrier\/hydration — and reduce layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViscosity and Layering Science (Where it fits)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRung:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light fluid\/gel — apply after watery toners and essences, before creams and oils. \u003cstrong\u003eLayering rule:\u003c\/strong\u003e always move thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhase compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a water-phase, gel-textured product with no oil or silicone phase — it layers cleanly under both water-based serums and heavier creams without separating. It appears slightly viscous in the bottle from the Carbomer\/acrylate-copolymer gelling agents but spreads thin on skin — don't judge how much you need by how thick it looks in the container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Expect (Results timeline)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePhase\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTimeframe\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat You Will Notice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImmediate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0-24h\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA cooling, non-greasy hydration sensation; any tingling should be transient, not structural\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeek 1-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkin adjusting to a new product in the routine; discontinue if any burning persists beyond 30 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEpidermal Turnover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeek 4-6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirst real changes in redness\/comfort, aligned with one epidermal turnover cycle (roughly 28-60 days depending on age)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintenance Plateau\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOngoing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComfort and hydration levels stabilize; continued use maintains this, it does not compound further — don't increase dosage chasing more\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Should Use This (Clinical triage)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisites:\u003c\/strong\u003e Before starting this product, your routine should already include a gentle, correctly-pH cleanser and a daily SPF habit if used in the morning. Without those foundations, layering a calming serum on top of an already-stripped or sun-stressed barrier delivers less benefit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStatus\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCondition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePROCEED IF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarrier intact, no active eczema flare, not layering it as a substitute for treating a diagnosed skin condition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePAUSE IF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYou are currently purging from a newly-introduced retinoid or acid elsewhere — isolate variables per the 14-day rule (Section 5) before adding this too\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSTOP\/CONSULT IF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYou have a known allergy to any listed botanical extract (Houttuynia Cordata, Artemisia Princeps\/mugwort, Camellia Sinensis, etc.) or active, diagnosed eczema\/psoriasis in the treated area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin Type Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSkin Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOily\/Combination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarketed positioning; oil-free gel base won't add shine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable as a layer, not a stand-alone moisturizer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHumectant-only formula needs a cream or occlusive sealed on top, especially in AC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensitive\/Reactive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLikely suitable, patch test first\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFragrance-free by INCI, but a broad multi-botanical extract stack still carries some individual-allergy risk (see Section 25 note in Allergens section)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcne-Prone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConditional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo FA-conditional emulsifiers present (Section 30B) — patch test if you know you're fungal-acne-prone specifically, as distinct from bacterial acne\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTargeted Concerns (What it treats)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary targets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Surface redness and reactive discomfort (Houttuynia Cordata and mugwort have anti-inflammatory botanical literature at the ingredient level); dehydration-driven oiliness (humectant complex addresses the water-loss side of the oily-tight paradox).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecondary benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e A light antioxidant contribution from green tea (Camellia Sinensis) and Polygonum Cuspidatum (a resveratrol-precursor source) extracts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat this product cannot do:\u003c\/strong\u003e it cannot clear active inflammatory acne on its own (it has no benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, or comparable acne-active); it cannot fade existing dark marks (no niacinamide, arbutin, or tranexamic acid at a stated concentration); it cannot physically shrink pore size (nothing can — \"pore refinement\" here means less visible debris and oiliness, not a smaller pore opening).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Paired With (Synergistic pairings)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery recommendation below is verified against the live Adilsons catalog (status and inventory checked) at the time of writing — stock changes constantly, so treat the primary pick as a starting point, not a guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRole\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrimary Pick\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompanion cream (same line)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/cleardea-deep-minari-cool-soothing-cream-30ml\"\u003eClearDea Deep Minari Cool Soothing Cream\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShares this serum's soothing-botanical base in a richer emulsion — apply the serum first, then this cream to seal it in. AM\/PM.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSunscreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/beauty-of-joseon-relief-sun-rice-probiotics-spf50-pa\"\u003eBeauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF50+\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-negotiable final AM step to protect the calming work this serum does. AM only.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoothing toner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/anua-heartleaf-77-soothing-toner\"\u003eAnua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreps skin with the same Houttuynia Cordata family of actives before this serum, reinforcing the calming lane. AM\/PM.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternates for each role\u003c\/strong\u003e (also verified in-stock): Sunscreen — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/anua-heartleaf-silky-moisture-sun-cream\"\u003eAnua Heartleaf Silky Moisture Sun Cream\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/skin1004-madagascar-centella-tone-brightening-tone-up-sunscreen\"\u003eSKIN1004 Centella Tone Brightening Tone-Up Sunscreen\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/skin1004-madagascar-centella-air-fit-suncream-light-50ml\"\u003eSKIN1004 Centella Air-Fit Suncream Light\u003c\/a\u003e. Toner — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/skin1004-madagascar-centella-hyalu-cica-brightening-toner-30ml\"\u003eSKIN1004 Centella Hyalu-Cica Brightening Toner\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/anua-peach-77-niacin-essence-toner\"\u003eAnua Peach 77% Niacin Essence Toner\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/anua-heartleaf-77-clear-pad\"\u003eAnua Heartleaf 77 Clear Pad\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePilling pairs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Layering this under a heavy silicone-primer sunscreen without a full absorption wait can pill. Mitigate by waiting the full 60-90 seconds after this serum before sunscreen, and pat rather than rub the sunscreen on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHormonal Cycle Synchronization\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePhase\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDays (approx.)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSkin Behavior\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse This Product?\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFollicular\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-13\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally calmer, less sebum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — normal use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOvulatory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14-16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSebum begins rising\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — normal use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLuteal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17-28\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProgesterone-driven sebum surge, higher breakout risk\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, and consider using nightly if skipping other nights\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMenstrual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-5 of next cycle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkin often more reactive\/sensitive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — its calming lane is well-suited here\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePre-period breakouts happen because progesterone causes the pore lining to physically swell, narrowing the opening and trapping sebum beneath. This serum does not address that mechanical swelling directly, but its calming botanicals can reduce the visible redness\/irritation around luteal-phase breakouts while a dedicated sebum-control or BHA product (used elsewhere in your routine, not layered same-night as an active) addresses the plug itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStress, Cortisol and Your Skin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChronic stress elevates cortisol, which breaks down collagen, increases transepidermal water loss (TEWL), can trigger inflammatory acne, and compromises overall barrier function. A humectant-and-botanical calming serum like this one addresses the downstream symptoms (dehydration, visible redness) rather than the cortisol pathway itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn visibly high-stress weeks, layering this serum morning and night under a slightly richer moisturizer than usual can help offset the TEWL increase, but it is not a substitute for addressing the stress source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWudu and Prayer Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePermeability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water-Permeable (Wudu-Compatible). This is a fast-absorbing, non-film-forming water-based gel with no waxes, silicones, or occlusive oils that would sit as a barrier on the skin surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdilsons provides this assessment based on the product's physical properties. Rulings on wudu validity vary between scholars. Consult your own trusted Islamic authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMyth Replacement (Common misconceptions)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMYTH:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"If the hero ingredient is in the product name, it must be the main active at a meaningful percentage.\" \u003cstrong\u003eREALITY:\u003c\/strong\u003e Korean marketing convention often names a product after its most photogenic or trend-relevant ingredient regardless of dose — this exact serum discloses its named Minari extract at just 0.0826%, well below what most clinical literature would consider an efficacious topical dose for a standalone active.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMYTH:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"A calming serum can replace treating an actual breakout.\" \u003cstrong\u003eREALITY:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soothing botanicals reduce visible redness and discomfort around a blemish; they do not kill acne-causing bacteria or unclog a pore the way benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, or a retinoid does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Fit for Mauritius\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSeason\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConditions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAdjustment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSummer (Dec-Mar)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh heat, high humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse as-is; the lightweight gel texture performs best in this season\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter (Jun-Sep)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooler, drier air\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeal with a slightly richer moisturizer afterward if skin feels tight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCyclone Season (Jan-Mar)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHumidity spikes, indoor AC use rises\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWatch for the AC-humectant effect below\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn air-conditioned environments, hyaluronic acid and other humectants in this serum can draw moisture FROM your deeper skin layers instead of from the air, if there's no humidity around to pull from. Always seal this product with a moisturizer (an occlusive if AC exposure is long) rather than leaving it to air-dry alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJuly-November: PM2.5 increases during sugar cane harvest burns. Because this serum is watery and non-tacky, it's less likely to trap airborne particulates than a heavier occlusive — its light green tea\/Polygonum Cuspidatum antioxidant content is a modest bonus during this season, not a replacement for a dedicated antioxidant serum if pollution exposure is a real concern for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMauritius tap water hardness varies by region; hard water can leave a mineral (calcium-stearate) film after cleansing that causes tightness. Using a pH-adjusting toner before this serum (see Section 15) helps counteract that residue so the serum's humectants have cleaner skin to bind water to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Ingredient Transparency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIngredient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConcentration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEvidence Grade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMechanism\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOenanthe Javanica (Minari) Extract\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.0826% (826ppm, brand-disclosed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmerging*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnti-inflammatory\/antioxidant botanical; ingredient-level in-vivo (mouse) study shows UVB-photoprotective effect at unstated concentrations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePanthenol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHumectant, supports barrier comfort\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEctoin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOsmolyte, protects cell membranes from dehydration stress\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCeramide NP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarrier lipid component\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdenosine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot disclosed (MFDS functional threshold is 0.04% but not confirmed here)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIngredient-level evidence for mild soothing\/repair signaling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*This ingredient appears below the estimated 1% line in the INCI list, suggesting it is present at a trace\/sub-efficacious concentration. Its inclusion may be primarily for marketing rather than clinical effect. This does not mean it is inert — the ingredient-level literature on Oenanthe javanica shows real anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity — only that the finished product's disclosed dose is well below what most such studies test.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull INCI list\u003c\/strong\u003e (medium confidence — cross-referenced across multiple retail listings; WebFetch to a primary ingredient database was blocked at the time of writing, and the sourced list may be incomplete past its final entry): Water, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Trehalose, Betaine, \u003cstrong\u003e[--- Estimated 1% Line ---]\u003c\/strong\u003e Tromethamine, Carbomer, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate\/VP Copolymer, Propanediol, Panthenol, Pullulan, Ectoin, Oenanthe Javanica Extract (826ppm)*, Allantoin, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Xylitylglucoside, Adenosine, Glyceryl Acrylate\/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Anhydroxylitol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Ceramide NP, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, PVM\/MA Copolymer, Disodium EDTA, Xylitol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Flower Extract, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Dextrin, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate, Caprylyl\/Capryl Glucoside, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Potassium Hyaluronate, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe retail listing this list was sourced from was itself cut off after \"Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer\" — a preservative\/final pH-adjuster tail may be missing. If you need the complete, current list, check the physical carton, which is the brand's most current and authoritative source.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreservative system:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,2-Hexanediol and Caprylhydroxamic Acid, a gentler, paraben-free preservation approach common in modern K-beauty formulas, supported by Disodium EDTA as a chelating agent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens and Fragrance Disclosure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fragrance-Free — no Parfum\/Fragrance ingredient appears in the declared INCI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not disclosed by the brand in any source checked; a faint herbal note from the multiple leaf extracts (green tea, mugwort, lemon balm) is plausible but not confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEU 26 allergen screen:\u003c\/strong\u003e None detected in the declared INCI — no isolated fragrance allergen compounds (Limonene, Linalool, Citral, Geraniol, etc.) appear on the list found.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol disclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alcohol-Free — no denatured or drying alcohol appears in the declared INCI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConscious and Permissible Formulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHalal status:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No ethanol from fermentation, no porcine-derived ingredients, and no haram animal-derived ingredients detected in the declared ingredient list. This is NOT a formal Halal certification. Muslims with stricter requirements should consult their own scholars.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVegan status:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No animal-derived ingredients detected. This is NOT a formal vegan certification by The Vegan Society or equivalent body.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCruelty-free status:\u003c\/strong\u003e No brand-wide cruelty-free certification (PETA, Leaping Bunny, or equivalent) was found for ClearDea in this research pass, and the brand did not appear on any published Korean cruelty-free brand roundup checked. \u003cem\u003e*Not independently certified. Brand policy, if any, is unconfirmed.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicroplastic status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Microplastic-Free — no polyethylene, nylon, or comparable insoluble synthetic polymer microbead was found in the declared INCI. (The acrylate copolymers present are dissolved gelling agents, not solid microplastic particles.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvidence, Regulation and Claims\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMFDS classification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not independently confirmed. The formula's only Korean MFDS-recognized functional ingredient candidate is Adenosine (registered at 0.04% for wrinkle improvement), but no brand confirmation of functional registration or the actual dosed concentration was found — most safely treated as a General Cosmetic until confirmed otherwise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClinical evidence:\u003c\/strong\u003e No product-specific clinical study (instrumented redness\/hydration measurement on this exact formula) was found. Ingredient-level literature exists for Oenanthe javanica's anti-inflammatory\/antioxidant\/UVB-photoprotective activity (PMC6470913, an in-vivo mouse-skin study), which is directionally supportive but not proof of efficacy at this product's 0.0826% dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvidence confidence: Low-to-Medium*.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e*Ingredient-class science is real and peer-reviewed; product-specific, human clinical evidence for this exact formula at its disclosed concentrations was not found.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Identity and Provenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eField\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnglish Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClearDea Minari Calming Gel Serum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClearDea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinari (soothing\/calming)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Manufacture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouth Korea (brand-stated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet Volume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePAO \/ Shelf Life\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot publicly disclosed by the brand at the time of writing — check the printed PAO symbol (an open-jar icon with a number of months) on your physical unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensory and Chemical Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTexture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater-thin to light gel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eViscosity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight fluid\/gel tier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot publicly disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbsorption Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast (retailer-reported, seconds-range, consistent across multiple listings)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-sticky, non-greasy, matte-to-natural\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTackiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e30B — Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Conditional*.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e*Not independently verified against a live FA-safety database this run (access was blocked). Two ingredients in the declared INCI — Hydrogenated Lecithin and the Polyglyceryl-10\/4 Laurate pair — are commonly flagged as ambiguous-risk by fungal-acne-safety trackers due to their fatty-acid-ester structure. If you are specifically managing Malassezia (pityrosporum) folliculitis rather than bacterial acne, patch test on a small area first rather than assuming full safety.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePilling Risk and Texture Mechanics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssessment: Low.\u003c\/strong\u003e As a water-phase gel with no film-forming silicones, this product is unlikely to pill on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePilling risk rises if you stack it under a heavy silicone-based sunscreen or makeup primer without a full absorption wait. Mitigate by applying to damp (not soaked) skin, waiting the full 60-90 seconds before your next layer, and patting rather than rubbing subsequent products on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStability, Spoilage and Oxidation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor baseline:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not independently confirmed — check that your unit's color and clarity match the product photo on arrival. A yellowed or visibly discolored gel that didn't look that way at purchase can indicate degraded plant-extract or humectant content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep out of direct sun and away from bathroom heat\/humidity swings where possible — a bedroom shelf or drawer outlasts a steamy bathroom cabinet in Mauritius's climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpoilage signs:\u003c\/strong\u003e a sour or off smell that wasn't there before, visible separation that doesn't re-blend on shaking, or a texture that's turned watery\/stringy. When in doubt, discard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety and Patch Test Protocol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatch test:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a small amount to your inner forearm, wait 24 hours, then repeat behind the ear for 24 hours before first facial use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e72-hour barrier reset (if you react):\u003c\/strong\u003e STOP ALL ACTIVES. For 72 hours, use ONLY a gentle cleanser, plain moisturizer, and mineral SPF. No acids, retinoids, Vitamin C, exfoliants, or essential oils. After 72 hours, reintroduce ONE product per 14 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmergency stop signals:\u003c\/strong\u003e hives, swelling, blistering, persistent burning, or breathing difficulty — seek emergency care immediately and discontinue use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTroubleshooting Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIf You Experience\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLikely Cause\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePilling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncompatible layer order or too little wait time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSee Section 31 — reduce layers, extend wait time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStinging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompromised barrier reacting to a botanical extract\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReduce frequency or pause; run the 72-hour reset if it persists\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncreased oiliness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOver-cleansing elsewhere in the routine, not this product\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReduce cleansing frequency; see Section 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo visible change after 6-8 weeks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpecting active-strength results from a calming\/hydrating formula\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReassess whether you need a dedicated treatment product — see Section 38\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmell changed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpoilage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Mistakes to Avoid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop mistakes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1. Expecting this to treat active breakouts on its own (it's a comfort layer, not a spot treatment). 2. Rubbing it in instead of patting, which increases friction-related irritation on reactive skin. 3. Skipping moisturizer afterward and expecting the humectants alone to prevent dryness in AC. 4. Applying to fully dry (not damp) skin, which reduces how much water the humectants have to bind. 5. Combining it same-night with a strong new active before finishing the 14-day isolation window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOveruse threshold:\u003c\/strong\u003e There is no strong-active overuse ceiling here, but applying visibly more than 2-3 drops per use wastes product without adding benefit — a thin, even layer is enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsage Economics (How long it lasts)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsage math:\u003c\/strong\u003e At roughly 2-3 drops (about 0.5-0.75ml) per application, a 30ml bottle holds approximately 40-60 applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used once daily, that's roughly 6-8 weeks; used twice daily (AM and PM), roughly 3-4 weeks. Using 2-3x the recommended amount per application shortens this proportionally without improving results — correct dosage extends the product's life without sacrificing benefit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReorder timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reorder about 2 weeks before you expect to run out, to allow for delivery time within Mauritius.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Your Routine (Exact routine + pairings)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis serum's job is to calm and hydrate; it sits in the light-serum tier of the viscosity ladder, right after toner and before moisturizer. \u003cstrong\u003eAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cleanse (optional) → Toner → \u003cstrong\u003eClearDea Minari Calming Gel Serum\u003c\/strong\u003e → Moisturizer → Sunscreen. \u003cstrong\u003ePM:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double cleanse if wearing SPF\/makeup → Toner → \u003cstrong\u003eClearDea Minari Calming Gel Serum\u003c\/strong\u003e → Moisturizer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf your skin is barrier-compromised right now\u003c\/strong\u003e (stinging on moisturizer, visible flaking), use this serum alone with a bland moisturizer for a few days before reintroducing any other active. \u003cstrong\u003eIf you're in AC for long stretches of the day,\u003c\/strong\u003e seal this serum with a richer moisturizer or thin occlusive so its humectants don't pull moisture from deeper skin layers. \u003cstrong\u003eIf you're in your luteal phase and more breakout-prone,\u003c\/strong\u003e this serum can be used nightly for comfort, but pair it with a dedicated sebum-control step (Section 15) rather than relying on it alone for the breakout itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock-true starter bundle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/anua-heartleaf-77-soothing-toner\"\u003eAnua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner\u003c\/a\u003e + this serum + \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/cleardea-deep-minari-cool-soothing-cream-30ml\"\u003eClearDea Deep Minari Cool Soothing Cream\u003c\/a\u003e + \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/beauty-of-joseon-relief-sun-rice-probiotics-spf50-pa\"\u003eBeauty of Joseon Relief Sun SPF50+\u003c\/a\u003e — a full calming-lane AM\/PM routine, each link verified in-stock at the time of writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter purchasing, you will receive our skincare education email series covering this product in depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with ClearDea Minari Calming Gel Serum, not on margin or stock levels. If a pairing does not exist in our catalog, we say so. If you already own a product that fills the same role, use what you have first.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs This the Best Choice? (Mindful alternatives)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a comparably gentle, fragrance-free calming serum with a more transparently-dosed hero active, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/beauty-of-joseon-calming-serum-green-tea-panthenol\"\u003eBeauty of Joseon Calming Serum: Green Tea + Panthenol\u003c\/a\u003e is a verified in-stock alternative built on a brand-stated 50.9% green tea leaf water and 5% panthenol — both disclosed at meaningfully higher concentrations than this product's headline extract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther verified in-stock alternatives\u003c\/strong\u003e in the same soothing-serum category: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/skin1004-madagascar-centella-ampoule-30ml\"\u003eSKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule 30ml\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/skin1004-madagascar-centella-ampoule-55ml\"\u003eSKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule 55ml\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/skin1004-madagascar-centella-poremizing-fresh-ampoule-1\"\u003eSKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule 30ml\u003c\/a\u003e (this last one adds a stated 50.47% Centella Asiatica Extract plus pore-focused positioning if sebum\/pore texture is your primary concern rather than general redness).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose This Over the Alternative?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose ClearDea Minari Calming Gel Serum over Beauty of Joseon's Calming Serum\u003c\/strong\u003e if you want a broader multi-botanical soothing stack (Houttuynia Cordata, mugwort, lemon balm, green tea, persimmon leaf together) and a Ceramide NP\/HA-complex barrier-support layer built in, rather than a two-ingredient-forward formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUpgrade Axis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBetter in This\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTrade-off\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWho Benefits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBotanical breadth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6+ named soothing extracts vs. 2 headline actives in the alternative\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo single ingredient is disclosed at a clinically-notable percentage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkin that reacts to multiple triggers, not one specific irritant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarrier-lipid inclusion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContains Ceramide NP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCeramide concentration not disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsers layering under AC or after over-cleansing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransparency of dosing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeauty of Joseon discloses 50.9% green tea water and 5% panthenol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis product's headline Minari extract is trace-dosed (0.0826%)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsers who specifically want a verifiably-dosed hero active should prefer the alternative\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eState-gated triggers — choose THIS if:\u003c\/strong\u003e your skin reacts to a range of environmental triggers rather than one specific irritant; you want a barrier-lipid (ceramide) component alongside the calming botanicals; you prefer an oil-free gel over a watery essence-style serum. \u003cstrong\u003eChoose the alternative if:\u003c\/strong\u003e you specifically want green tea and panthenol at disclosed, meaningful concentrations; you're managing reactive skin and prefer fewer total botanical ingredients to reduce allergen-source complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTiming and lane:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both products occupy the same \"soothing serum\" lane and are not meant to be layered together on the same day — pick one per routine slot, or alternate them by week if you want to compare. Neither conflicts with an active lane elsewhere (retinoid, acid, Vitamin C) since neither is an active itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDon't upgrade to this one if:\u003c\/strong\u003e you're already using a Centella- or green-tea-forward calming product with disclosed concentrations and it's working — same-mechanism duplication adds cost without added benefit; you are specifically fungal-acne-prone and have not yet patch tested the Hydrogenated Lecithin\/Polyglyceryl laurate combination in this formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you match 2 or more upgrade triggers above, THIS is worth choosing. If not, the alternative is sufficient and safer. Consistency beats complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe No-Buy Redundancy Check\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product's PRIMARY function is: hydrating, redness-calming, fragrance-free gel serum for oily\/combination\/reactive skin. You do NOT need this if you already own another fragrance-free calming gel serum with a similar humectant-plus-botanical base and it's working for you — finish your current product before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck your shelf for an already-open calming serum with a similar ingredient profile before buying a second one; PAO is not publicly disclosed for this product, so an already-open bottle that's been sitting unused for many months is worth checking for spoilage signs (Section 32) rather than assuming it's still good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStacking assessment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marginal Benefit if you're adding this alongside an unrelated active-lane product (retinoid, acid, Vitamin C) — different mechanism, no conflict. No Benefit if you're adding it alongside another calming-botanical serum with an overlapping ingredient list — pick one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSourcing and Authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is sourced through authorized Korean distributors — primarily Craver Co., Ltd (South Korea), alongside other verified distribution partners. Craver is a major Korean beauty distributor and the parent company of SKIN1004, handling authorized distribution for multiple K-beauty brands. All products are shipped directly to Mauritius via verified channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor comprehensive information about how we verify authenticity, our layered verification system, and how to check your product at home, visit our dedicated \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/pages\/authenticity-trust\"\u003eAuthenticity and Trust page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo ClearDea-specific counterfeit markers (label texture, batch code format, dropper style) were found in this research pass. Until brand-specific guidance is available, check for a clean, undamaged seal, consistent print quality on the carton, and a legible batch code as general-purpose verification steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout ClearDea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e ClearDea is a Korean skincare brand positioned around the slogan \"Clear Skin, Dear All,\" with products stated to be 100% made in Korea. Its catalog spans a Minari (soothing\/calming) line, a Mucin Collagen line, and pore\/cleansing-focused products, generally aimed at troubled, sensitive, and acne-prone skin. Parent company and founding year were not confirmed in this research pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brand's formulation approach leans toward multi-botanical soothing stacks rather than single-hero-ingredient concentration claims, which shows up clearly in this serum's INCI. No cruelty-free, vegan, or Halal certification was found for the brand — treat any such claim about ClearDea products as self-assessed unless a specific certificate is later located.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Community Experiences\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommunity reviews for this specific SKU were not independently verifiable at the time of writing. WebFetch access to Amazon, Ulta, Reddit, and Hwahae was blocked during this research pass, and no accessible Reddit thread for this exact product was found via search.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat surfaced instead were retailer-aggregated and brand\/line-level themes (not individually-dated, attributed reviews): shoppers across the wider ClearDea Minari line describe the texture as light and fast-absorbing with a non-sticky, cooling finish, and note the line pairs well with the companion Deep Minari Cool Soothing Cream — some report refrigerating both together for an intensified cooling effect. The most commonly cited drawback across the brand generally is price relative to product volume, and a minority of users across the wider line report the formulas feeling heavier than expected or occasionally triggering breakouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will not invent individually-sourced quotes to fill this section. If you've used this product, we'd genuinely welcome your review to help future customers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging and Practical Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Packaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30ml bottle (exact dispenser format — pump vs. dropper — not independently confirmed this run)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHygiene Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood if pump-dispensed (no finger contact with product); check your physical unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTravel-Friendly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, under standard carry-on liquid limits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSustainability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recyclability and refillability were not disclosed by the brand at the time of writing — check the base of your bottle for a resin-identification code before recycling locally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this an acne treatment?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. It calms redness and hydrates; it has no benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, or comparable acne-active.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this with retinol or Vitamin C?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it has no active lane of its own, so it layers safely alongside either without a conflict-solver rule to follow (Section 15B\/15C is not applicable to this product).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it fungal-acne safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e Conditionally — see the FA-Conditional flag in Section 30B; patch test if you're specifically managing Malassezia folliculitis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Minari extract actually do much at 0.0826%?\u003c\/strong\u003e Honestly, likely modestly at most on its own — see the Fairy Dusting footnote in Section 23. The product's broader soothing-botanical and humectant stack is doing more of the practical work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it fragrance-free?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, by the declared INCI — no Parfum\/Fragrance ingredient is listed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlossary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eHumectant\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eAn ingredient that attracts and holds water at the skin's surface, like glycerin or hyaluronic acid.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eFairy dusting\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eIncluding a marketed ingredient at such a low concentration it likely has little clinical effect.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eFA-Conditional\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eAn ingredient that some people who are prone to fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) may react to, but not universally.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eAcid mantle\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eThe skin's naturally slightly-acidic surface layer (pH ~4.5-5.5) that helps block bacteria and irritants.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eOcclusive\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eAn ingredient that forms a physical seal on skin to prevent water loss, like petrolatum or certain oils.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003ePAO\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003ePeriod After Opening — the number of months a product stays good for once opened, shown as an open-jar icon with a number on the packaging.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eMFDS\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eKorea's Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, which classifies cosmetics as General or Functional (the latter requiring extra testing).\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eEU 26 allergens\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eA list of 26 specific fragrance compounds the EU requires to be disclosed by name if present above a threshold.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Adilsons Promise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery product sold by Adilsons Beauty is 100% genuine, sourced through authorized Korean distribution channels. Full details on our verification system: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/pages\/authenticity-trust\"\u003eAuthenticity and Trust\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur team is available to help you build a routine, troubleshoot reactions, and answer ingredient questions. WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor in-depth skincare education, visit our blog at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/blogs\/k-beauty\"\u003eadilsons.mu\/blogs\/k-beauty\u003c\/a\u003e or subscribe to our email to get our guided education series delivered to your inbox.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery and Returns — Mauritius\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoverage: Island-wide delivery (Mauritius).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProcessing and Timing: Orders process in 1-2 business days; usually ready by Day 3 for pickup by our delivery partners\/regional team. Partner collection can take up to 1 week. After pickup, delivery typically takes 1-5 business days (weekdays only).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpress: May be available by region; request on WhatsApp: \u003ca href=\"tel:+23057782336\"\u003e+230 5 778 2336\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiquids\/Sensitive Items: Serums, toners, liquid makeup (and kits containing liquids) are pickup or door-to-door only; checkout enforces this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScheduling: Deliveries run by region on set schedules; we will contact you the evening before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePickup: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/share.google\/p5cNHCCAUxnAwDHIO\"\u003eCitadelle Mall pickup available\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReturns: No change-of-mind exchanges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefunds (Summary): For defective\/damaged on receipt (report within 48h), wrong item, or manufacturing defect within 6 months. Refunds via bank transfer (7-10 business days); card refunds may incur a 5% processor fee (fee not charged for defects\/order errors). Opened skincare\/personal-care items are non-returnable (except if damaged on delivery).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSource of Truth: This is a quick snapshot. If anything differs, the policy pages are final.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStore Policies:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the most up-to-date information, please review our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eShipping Policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003eRefund Policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Final Verdict\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oily, combination, or reactive skin in Mauritius's heat-and-AC cycle that wants a genuinely oil-free, fragrance-free hydrating layer with a broad soothing-botanical base, not a targeted acne or brightening treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e fragrance-free by INCI; non-sticky, fast-absorbing gel texture well-suited to humidity; broad multi-botanical calming stack rather than a single unstable hero; includes a barrier-lipid component (Ceramide NP) alongside the humectants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeep in mind:\u003c\/strong\u003e the named Minari extract is disclosed at a trace 0.0826% — don't buy this expecting it to be the product's main active; pH and PAO are not publicly disclosed; two ingredients (Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polyglyceryl laurate esters) are FA-conditional, so patch test if you're specifically fungal-acne-prone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOncology and Treatment-Sensitized Skin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssessment: Likely Suitable, Patch Test First.\u003c\/strong\u003e This formula is fragrance-free and retinoid-free with a comparatively gentle preservative system (1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid), which are the factors most commonly flagged as risk points for treatment-sensitized skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FA-conditional emulsifiers (Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polyglyceryl laurate esters) and the broad list of botanical extracts are not established oncology-contraindicated ingredients, but a wide extract list does carry more individual-sensitivity surface area than a minimalist formula — patch test carefully given treatment-altered skin barrier function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsult your oncology care team before introducing any new skincare products during treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironmental Defense and Lifestyle Factors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntioxidant pollution defense:\u003c\/strong\u003e Camellia Sinensis (green tea) Leaf Extract and Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract (a natural resveratrol source) both carry real ingredient-level antioxidant literature, helping neutralize free-radical stress from UV and airborne pollution exposure — though their exact concentrations in this formula are not disclosed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAC\/humidity swing interaction:\u003c\/strong\u003e As a humectant-heavy formula, this serum performs best with ambient humidity to draw from; in long AC exposure with no humidity source, it can pull water from deeper skin layers instead unless sealed with a moisturizer afterward (see Section 22B).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"Adilsons Beauty","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52053098037429,"sku":null,"price":975.0,"currency_code":"MUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/4163\/8837\/files\/f7dfaac7-f45c-42dd-9d1f-5490503f925c_1f8098a5-b2f8-4669-96c3-f8d878776784.webp?v=1764145468"},{"product_id":"cleardea-deep-minari-cool-soothing-cream-30ml","title":"ClearDea Deep Minari Cool Soothing Cream 30ml","description":"\u003carticle\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"atomic-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClearDea Deep Minari Cool Soothing Cream\u003c\/strong\u003e is a lightweight emulsion moisturizer from Korean brand ClearDea, built on the same soothing-botanical base as its companion serum — \u003cstrong\u003eMinari (Oenanthe Javanica) extract\u003c\/strong\u003e, Houttuynia Cordata, green tea, mugwort, and lemon balm — plus a true emulsifying system (Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate) so it seals hydration in rather than just delivering it. It's positioned for redness, post-breakout discomfort, and the \"overheated\" skin feeling common in Mauritius's climate, with a cooling, non-greasy finish said to intensify if refrigerated. \u003cstrong\u003eDo not buy this expecting a rich barrier-repair night cream\u003c\/strong\u003e — it's a light gel-cream, not an occlusive balm, and no product-specific concentration for its named Minari extract could be independently confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt-a-Glance (Is this for you?)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValues you can verify:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Genuine (Adilsons sourcing policy) · Fragrance-Free (no Parfum\/Fragrance in the declared INCI) · FA-Conditional* (see Section 30B) · Halal-Friendly*\/Vegan-Friendly* (self-assessed, not certified — see Section 26).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClearDea (Korea)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGel-Cream Moisturizer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet Volume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKey Ingredient\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinari (Oenanthe Javanica) Extract — concentration not disclosed for this SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkin Types\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOily, combination, acne-prone, sensitive\/reactive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Concern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRedness, \"overheated\" skin, sensitivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAM\/PM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoutine Complexity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraightforward\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMFDS Classification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot confirmed — most consistent with General Cosmetic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe empathy line:\u003c\/strong\u003e If your face feels hot and flushed after being outdoors in Mauritius's sun, that's a real vascular and inflammatory response, not you \"overreacting\" — a cooling, non-occlusive cream is a reasonable comfort measure for that specific sensation. \u003cstrong\u003eThe oily-tight paradox:\u003c\/strong\u003e if your skin is shiny by midday but tight right after cleansing, the fix is more of this kind of light hydration, not less moisturizer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePros:\u003c\/strong\u003e lightweight gel-cream texture that seals without heaviness; fragrance-free by INCI; shares a soothing-botanical base with its companion serum for a coherent two-step routine; genuinely refrigerator-friendly for an extra cooling effect (a real, specific usage tip found in this research, not marketing filler). \u003cstrong\u003eCaveats:\u003c\/strong\u003e unlike the companion serum, no brand-disclosed concentration for the named Minari extract was found for this exact SKU; pH is not publicly disclosed; no independently-verified customer reviews were found for this exact SKU at the time of writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Over-Cleansing Cycle (Why your skin feels worse)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Mauritius's heat, the shine you see by midday is sebum and sweat doing their job, not dirt sitting on your skin — over-washing strips the acid mantle (target pH roughly 4.5-5.5) and triggers compensatory sebum overproduction, the exact oiliness you're trying to fix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cream is designed to replace lost moisture without adding heavy oils or occlusion, so it doesn't reinforce the \"my moisturizer feels too rich, I should skip it\" instinct that drives over-cleansing in the first place. Pairing it with a gentle, correctly-pH cleanser (Section 37) rather than skipping moisturizer altogether is what actually breaks the cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Energy and Burnout Viability (For tough days)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility checklist:\u003c\/strong\u003e bedside-compatible — yes; requires rinsing — no; requires precise dosage — no; usable with unwashed hands in a pinch — yes; requires a wait time — no, it can be the last step; can anchor a bare-bones routine — yes, as the final moisturizing step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a low-energy night, this can be the entire \"moisturize\" step of a minimal routine: gentle cleanser, this cream, done. Refrigerating it in advance (a genuine usage pattern found in this research) can make it feel like a small self-care moment even on a rough day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Start (60-Second Essentials)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 1 — When:\u003c\/strong\u003e Morning or evening, as your last or second-to-last step before sunscreen (AM). \u003cstrong\u003eStep 2 — How much:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-2 pea-size amounts for the full face. \u003cstrong\u003eStep 3 — How:\u003c\/strong\u003e Press and pat into skin; do not rub or drag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe one rule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Introduce this as the ONLY new product in your routine. Wait a full 14 days before adding anything else. This isolation window ensures you can identify whether any reaction is caused by this specific product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAM Routine Guide (Morning sequence)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Gentle cleanser (optional). 2. Toner. 3. Serum (e.g. the companion ClearDea Minari Calming Gel Serum). 4. \u003cstrong\u003eClearDea Deep Minari Cool Soothing Cream\u003c\/strong\u003e — 1-2 peas, pat in. 5. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Mauritius's humid mornings, a light gel-cream like this is usually enough to seal in hydration without the heavy, sweaty feeling a thick occlusive cream can cause under makeup or sunscreen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePM Routine Guide (Evening sequence)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. 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Serum. 4. \u003cstrong\u003eClearDea Deep Minari Cool Soothing Cream\u003c\/strong\u003e — 1-2 peas, pat in, seal with a thin occlusive if your skin runs dry or you sleep under AC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this cream has no retinoid, acid, or Vitamin C of its own, it does not need to sit inside a skin-cycling schedule — it can close out your routine nightly regardless of which active lane you're running elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use (Amounts, technique, and tips)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eArea\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAmount\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull face\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-1.5 pea-size amounts (gel-cream texture)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFace + neck\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 pea-size amounts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pat and press into skin, don't rub — friction can increase irritation on already-reactive skin. \u003cstrong\u003eRequired skin state:\u003c\/strong\u003e apply after your lightest layers, on skin that's absorbed its prior serum step. \u003cstrong\u003eOptional tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e a genuine, recurring usage pattern found in this research is refrigerating this cream (and the companion serum) to intensify the cooling sensation on hot days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHands vs. cotton pad:\u003c\/strong\u003e For a cream, hands are the only practical application method — cotton pads are for liquid toners, not emulsions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoutine Encyclopedia (Where every product type fits)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an encyclopedia map of all product types. You do not use all of these daily. You select modules based on your skin state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlobal execution rules:\u003c\/strong\u003e Viscosity ladder — thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase, treatments before seals. Wait-time defaults — watery layers 10-20s, serum layers 30-60s, 10-15 min before sunscreen if going outdoors or applying makeup. Amount defaults unless brand-specific instructions override: watery toner\/essence 5-8 drops per layer; serum\/ampoule 2-3 drops or 1 pump (+1 drop for neck); eye product ½ rice-grain per eye; gel moisturizer 1-1.5 peas, cream 1-2 peas; occlusive seal rice-grain to pea-size max; sunscreen 2-finger rule for face, +1 finger for neck. Hard cap rule: if the routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers, not increase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAM Maximum Stack:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1. Rinse\/gentle cleanse (optional). 2. pH-prep toner (optional). 3. Hydrating toner layers (optional). 4. Essence (optional). 5. Mist (optional). 6. Booster\/soothing serum (optional). 7. Antioxidant lane (choose one). 8. Pigment support lane (choose one). 9. Hydration serum lane. 10. Oil-control lane (choose one). 11. Peptides\/repair lane. 12. Eye serum\/cream. 13. \u003cstrong\u003eMoisturizer — this product sits here\u003c\/strong\u003e. 14. Optional sealing layer (AC\/dry only). 15. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable). 16. Lip SPF.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn AM, prioritize comfort + SPF adherence over stacking. In high humidity, fewer layers often perform better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePM Maximum Stack:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1. Micellar pre-cleanse (optional). 2. Oil cleanser (if SPF\/makeup). 3. Water cleanser. 4. pH-prep toner. 5. Hydrating toner layers. 6. Essence. 7. Soothing\/barrier serum. 8. [Anchor active, if running one elsewhere]. 9. Targeted serum (only if non-conflicting). 10. \u003cstrong\u003eMoisturizer — this product sits here\u003c\/strong\u003e. 11. Sleeping mask (optional). 12. Occlusive seal (optional). 13. Spot treatment (as needed). 14. Lip sleeping mask (optional).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not layer retinoids with AHA\/BHA in the same night; keep \"one lane\" per night. One-lane rule: Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR Strong Vitamin C (LAA) OR Acne-control active per routine; barrier\/hydration can always accompany. If unsure: default to the safest lane — barrier\/hydration — and reduce layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViscosity and Layering Science (Where it fits)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRung:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light gel-cream — apply after all serums and essences, as your moisturizing step, before (or in place of) a heavier occlusive seal. \u003cstrong\u003eLayering rule:\u003c\/strong\u003e thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhase compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike the companion serum (which has no true oil\/emulsifier phase), this cream is a genuine oil-in-water emulsion built on Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate and Glyceryl Stearate Citrate. This means it can seal in previous water-based layers more effectively than the serum alone, at the cost of needing a slightly longer absorption wait before anything applied on top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Expect (Results timeline)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePhase\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTimeframe\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat You Will Notice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImmediate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0-24h\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA cooling sensation and non-greasy hydration; any tingling should be transient\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeek 1-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkin adjusting to a new moisturizer; discontinue if burning persists beyond 30 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEpidermal Turnover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeek 4-6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirst real changes in visible redness\/comfort, aligned with one turnover cycle (28-60 days)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintenance Plateau\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOngoing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComfort and hydration stabilize; continued use maintains this rather than compounding further\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Should Use This (Clinical triage)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisites:\u003c\/strong\u003e Before relying on this as your primary moisturizer, your routine should already include a gentle cleanser and, if used in the morning, a daily SPF habit. A moisturizer alone cannot compensate for a stripping cleanser or unprotected sun exposure undoing its work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStatus\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCondition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePROCEED IF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarrier intact, no active eczema flare in the treated area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePAUSE IF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYou are purging from a newly-introduced active elsewhere — isolate variables per the 14-day rule (Section 5)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSTOP\/CONSULT IF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnown allergy to any listed botanical extract, or active, diagnosed eczema\/psoriasis in the area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin Type Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSkin Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOily\/Combination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLightweight gel-cream, not a heavy occlusive balm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay need a richer seal on top\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis is a light moisturizer; very dry or AC-heavy lifestyles may want an occlusive layered over it\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensitive\/Reactive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLikely suitable, patch test first\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFragrance-free by INCI, but a broad multi-botanical extract stack carries some individual-allergy risk\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcne-Prone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConditional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContains Hydrogenated Lecithin (Section 30B) — patch test if specifically fungal-acne-prone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTargeted Concerns (What it treats)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary targets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Visible redness and \"overheated\" skin sensation (Houttuynia Cordata, mugwort have anti-inflammatory botanical literature at the ingredient level); general hydration maintenance via its hyaluronic acid complex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecondary benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e A light antioxidant contribution from green tea extract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat this product cannot do:\u003c\/strong\u003e it cannot clear active inflammatory acne (no benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid); it cannot fade dark marks (no disclosed niacinamide, arbutin, or tranexamic acid); it is not a replacement for a dedicated barrier-repair cream if your barrier is significantly compromised — see Section 12 for that threshold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Paired With (Synergistic pairings)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery recommendation below is verified against the live Adilsons catalog (status and inventory checked) at the time of writing — stock changes constantly, so treat the primary pick as a starting point, not a guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRole\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrimary Pick\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompanion serum (same line)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/cleardea-minari-calming-gel-serum-30ml\"\u003eClearDea Minari Calming Gel Serum\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApply before this cream — same soothing-botanical base, watery serum first, this cream to seal it in. AM\/PM.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSunscreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/beauty-of-joseon-relief-sun-rice-probiotics-spf50-pa\"\u003eBeauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF50+\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-negotiable final AM step. AM only.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoothing toner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/anua-heartleaf-77-soothing-toner\"\u003eAnua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreps skin with the same Houttuynia Cordata family before layering serum and this cream. AM\/PM.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternates for each role\u003c\/strong\u003e (also verified in-stock): Sunscreen — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/anua-heartleaf-silky-moisture-sun-cream\"\u003eAnua Heartleaf Silky Moisture Sun Cream\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/skin1004-madagascar-centella-tone-brightening-tone-up-sunscreen\"\u003eSKIN1004 Centella Tone Brightening Tone-Up Sunscreen\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/skin1004-madagascar-centella-air-fit-suncream-light-50ml\"\u003eSKIN1004 Centella Air-Fit Suncream Light\u003c\/a\u003e. Toner — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/skin1004-madagascar-centella-hyalu-cica-brightening-toner-30ml\"\u003eSKIN1004 Centella Hyalu-Cica Brightening Toner\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/anua-peach-77-niacin-essence-toner\"\u003eAnua Peach 77% Niacin Essence Toner\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/anua-heartleaf-77-clear-pad\"\u003eAnua Heartleaf 77 Clear Pad\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePilling pairs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Applying sunscreen too soon after this cream, before it's fully absorbed, can pill. Mitigate by waiting a full 1-2 minutes after this cream before sunscreen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHormonal Cycle Synchronization\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePhase\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDays (approx.)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSkin Behavior\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse This Product?\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFollicular\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-13\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally calmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — normal use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOvulatory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14-16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSebum begins rising\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — normal use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLuteal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17-28\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProgesterone-driven sebum surge, higher breakout risk\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — its light texture won't add to breakout risk\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMenstrual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-5 of next cycle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkin often more reactive\/sensitive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — well-suited to this calming lane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePre-period breakouts happen because progesterone causes the pore lining to physically swell, narrowing the opening and trapping sebum beneath. This cream doesn't address that mechanical swelling, but its light texture won't add occlusion on top of an already breakout-prone week, and its calming botanicals can reduce the visible redness around active blemishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStress, Cortisol and Your Skin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChronic stress elevates cortisol, which breaks down collagen, increases transepidermal water loss (TEWL), can trigger inflammatory acne, and compromises barrier function. This cream addresses the downstream hydration and comfort symptoms, not the cortisol pathway itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn visibly stressed, flushed-feeling skin days, the cooling sensation (especially if refrigerated) can offer a genuine, immediate comfort benefit even though it isn't treating the underlying cause.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWudu and Prayer Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePermeability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Film-Forming (Uncertain). As a true oil-in-water emulsion with dedicated emulsifiers, this cream sits closer to the skin surface than a watery serum and may leave a thin film depending on how much is applied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf in doubt, a light rinse or wipe of the treated area before ablution is the safer approach for a cream-format product. Adilsons provides this assessment based on the product's physical properties. Rulings on wudu validity vary between scholars — consult your own trusted Islamic authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMyth Replacement (Common misconceptions)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMYTH:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"A 'cooling' cream works by actually lowering your skin's temperature through its ingredients.\" \u003cstrong\u003eREALITY:\u003c\/strong\u003e The cooling sensation from humectant-and-water-heavy gel-creams like this one is mostly evaporative and sensory (water evaporating off the skin, plus a smooth, non-greasy glide) rather than a specific ingredient chemically cooling tissue — refrigerating the product itself adds a genuine, separate physical cooling effect on top of that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMYTH:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"If it's from the same line as a serum you like, the cream must contain the same active at the same strength.\" \u003cstrong\u003eREALITY:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product's named Minari extract concentration could not be independently confirmed and should not be assumed to match the companion serum's disclosed 0.0826% — creams and serums in the same marketed line commonly differ in dosing even when they share a base formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Fit for Mauritius\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSeason\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConditions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAdjustment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSummer (Dec-Mar)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh heat, high humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse as-is, or refrigerate for extra cooling on very hot days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter (Jun-Sep)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooler, drier air\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLayer a thin occlusive on top if skin feels tight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCyclone Season (Jan-Mar)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHumidity spikes, more AC use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWatch for the AC-humectant effect below\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn air-conditioned environments, the hyaluronic acid and other humectants in this cream can draw moisture FROM your deeper skin layers instead of from the air if there's no ambient humidity to pull from. In long AC exposure, seal with a thin, dedicated occlusive rather than relying on this cream's own emulsifiers to fully prevent that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJuly-November: PM2.5 increases during sugar cane harvest burns. Because this cream sits closer to the skin surface than a watery serum, it can trap slightly more airborne particulate on a high-PM2.5 day than the companion serum would — a light rinse or gentle cleanse before bed matters more during this season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMauritius tap water hardness varies by region; hard water can leave a mineral (calcium-stearate) film after cleansing that causes tightness. A pH-adjusting toner used before this cream (Section 15) helps counteract that residue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Ingredient Transparency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIngredient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConcentration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEvidence Grade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMechanism\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOenanthe Javanica (Minari) Extract\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot disclosed for this SKU*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmerging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnti-inflammatory\/antioxidant botanical; ingredient-level in-vivo (mouse) study shows UVB-photoprotective effect at unstated concentrations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePanthenol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHumectant, barrier comfort\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEctoin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOsmolyte, protects cell membranes from dehydration stress\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCeramide NP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarrier lipid component\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Unlike the companion serum (which discloses 826ppm \/ 0.0826% for this same extract), no product-specific concentration was found for this cream. Do not assume the two SKUs share the same dose.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull INCI list\u003c\/strong\u003e (low-medium confidence — cross-referenced across multiple retail listings, with one conflicting and rejected search result flagged separately; WebFetch to a primary ingredient database was blocked at the time of writing, and the sourced list is likely incomplete past its final entry): Water, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Trehalose, Betaine, \u003cstrong\u003e[--- Estimated 1% Line ---]\u003c\/strong\u003e Tromethamine, Carbomer, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate\/VP Copolymer, Propanediol, Panthenol, Pullulan, Ectoin, Oenanthe Javanica Extract, Allantoin, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract (Lemon Balm), Xylityl Glucoside, Adenosine, Glyceryl Acrylate\/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Anhydroxylitol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (Green Tea), Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Ceramide NP, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract (Persimmon), PVM\/MA Copolymer, Disodium EDTA, Xylitol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Flower Extract, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract (Mugwort), Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA second search pass this run returned a materially different ingredient\/claim set for this product — Niacinamide, Centella Asiatica Extract, Collagen, Madecassoside, and \"Tea Tree\" — none of which are used above. That result is rejected as likely search-result contamination from other ClearDea SKUs (it also claimed an implausible 80% concentration for the Minari extract, directly contradicting the companion serum's own disclosed 0.0826% figure, and \"Tea Tree\" almost certainly conflates green tea with an unrelated plant). If you need the complete, current, guaranteed-accurate list, check the physical carton.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreservative system:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,2-Hexanediol and Caprylhydroxamic Acid, supported by Disodium EDTA as a chelating agent — the same gentle, paraben-free approach as the companion serum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens and Fragrance Disclosure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fragrance-Free — no Parfum\/Fragrance ingredient appears in the declared INCI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not disclosed by the brand in any source checked; a faint herbal note from the leaf extracts is plausible but not confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEU 26 allergen screen:\u003c\/strong\u003e None detected in the declared INCI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol disclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alcohol-Free — no denatured or drying alcohol appears in the declared INCI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConscious and Permissible Formulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHalal status:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No ethanol from fermentation, no porcine-derived ingredients, and no haram animal-derived ingredients detected in the declared ingredient list. This is NOT a formal Halal certification. Muslims with stricter requirements should consult their own scholars.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVegan status:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No animal-derived ingredients detected. This is NOT a formal vegan certification by The Vegan Society or equivalent body.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCruelty-free status:\u003c\/strong\u003e No brand-wide cruelty-free certification was found for ClearDea in this research pass. \u003cem\u003e*Not independently certified. Brand policy, if any, is unconfirmed.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicroplastic status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Microplastic-Free — no polyethylene, nylon, or comparable insoluble synthetic polymer microbead was found in the declared INCI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvidence, Regulation and Claims\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMFDS classification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not independently confirmed; most safely treated as a General Cosmetic pending confirmation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClinical evidence:\u003c\/strong\u003e No product-specific clinical study was found for this exact cream. The same ingredient-level Oenanthe javanica literature cited for the companion serum (PMC6470913, in-vivo mouse-skin study) applies at the ingredient-class level but not as product-specific proof, and at an unknown, unconfirmed concentration for this SKU.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvidence confidence: Low*.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e*Ingredient-class science exists but this exact formula's concentrations were not confirmed, which is a lower confidence position than the companion serum, whose hero-ingredient dose is at least disclosed.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Identity and Provenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eField\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnglish Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClearDea Deep Minari Cool Soothing Cream\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClearDea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinari (soothing\/calming)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Manufacture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouth Korea (brand-stated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet Volume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePAO \/ Shelf Life\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot publicly disclosed by the brand — check the printed PAO symbol on your physical unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensory and Chemical Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTexture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLightweight gel-cream emulsion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eViscosity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium — thicker than the companion serum, lighter than a rich balm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot publicly disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbsorption Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast (retailer-reported), non-sticky finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooling, non-greasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTackiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e30B — Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Conditional*.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e*Not independently verified against a live FA-safety database this run (access was blocked). Hydrogenated Lecithin, present in the declared INCI, is commonly flagged as ambiguous-risk by fungal-acne-safety trackers. If you are specifically managing Malassezia (pityrosporum) folliculitis, patch test on a small area first.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePilling Risk and Texture Mechanics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssessment: Low-Medium.\u003c\/strong\u003e As a true emulsion (unlike the companion serum), this cream carries slightly more pilling risk than a pure gel-serum, especially if layered under sunscreen too soon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMitigate by waiting a full 1-2 minutes for the cream to fully absorb before sunscreen or makeup, and pat rather than rub the next layer on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStability, Spoilage and Oxidation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor baseline:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not independently confirmed — check that your unit's color and consistency match the product photo on arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refrigeration is explicitly supported by real usage patterns for this product (for the cooling effect), which also has the side benefit of extending stability in Mauritius's heat; otherwise keep out of direct sun and bathroom humidity swings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e As a true emulsion, minor separation over time is more plausible here than in the companion serum — a light shake before use is reasonable if you notice any. Spoilage signs: a sour\/off smell, visible curdling that doesn't re-blend, or a texture that's turned grainy. When in doubt, discard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety and Patch Test Protocol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatch test:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a small amount to your inner forearm, wait 24 hours, then repeat behind the ear for 24 hours before first facial use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e72-hour barrier reset (if you react):\u003c\/strong\u003e STOP ALL ACTIVES. For 72 hours, use ONLY a gentle cleanser, plain moisturizer, and mineral SPF. No acids, retinoids, Vitamin C, exfoliants, or essential oils. After 72 hours, reintroduce ONE product per 14 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmergency stop signals:\u003c\/strong\u003e hives, swelling, blistering, persistent burning, or breathing difficulty — seek emergency care immediately and discontinue use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTroubleshooting Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIf You Experience\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLikely Cause\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePilling under sunscreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInsufficient absorption wait\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSee Section 31 — wait 1-2 minutes before sunscreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStinging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompromised barrier reacting to a botanical extract\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReduce frequency or pause; run the 72-hour reset if persistent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeels heavier than expected\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplying too much, or layering over unabsorbed serum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReduce to 1 pea-size amount; wait longer after serum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeparation won't remix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormula breakdown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmell changed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpoilage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Mistakes to Avoid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop mistakes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1. Applying it before the serum step instead of after (wrong viscosity order). 2. Using it as a rich night cream substitute when your skin needs a genuinely occlusive product. 3. Skipping sunscreen because \"the cream already moisturized me.\" 4. Assuming its Minari concentration matches the companion serum's disclosed figure — it isn't confirmed to. 5. Rubbing it in vigorously instead of patting on reactive skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOveruse threshold:\u003c\/strong\u003e There's no strong-active ceiling here, but applying visibly more than 1-2 peas per use wastes product and increases pilling risk without added benefit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsage Economics (How long it lasts)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsage math:\u003c\/strong\u003e At roughly 1-1.5 pea-size amounts (about 0.5-0.75ml) per application, a 30ml jar\/tube holds approximately 40-60 applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used once daily, that's roughly 6-8 weeks; used twice daily, roughly 3-4 weeks. Using 2-3x the recommended amount shortens this proportionally without improving results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReorder timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reorder about 2 weeks before you expect to run out, to allow for delivery time within Mauritius.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Your Routine (Exact routine + pairings)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cream's job is to seal in hydration and calm redness; it sits at the moisturizer tier of the viscosity ladder, after every serum and before sunscreen. \u003cstrong\u003eAM:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cleanse (optional) → Toner → Serum → \u003cstrong\u003eClearDea Deep Minari Cool Soothing Cream\u003c\/strong\u003e → Sunscreen. \u003cstrong\u003ePM:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double cleanse if wearing SPF\/makeup → Toner → Serum → \u003cstrong\u003eClearDea Deep Minari Cool Soothing Cream\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf your skin is barrier-compromised right now,\u003c\/strong\u003e use this cream alone (no other actives) for a few days as part of the 72-hour reset. \u003cstrong\u003eIf you're in AC for long stretches,\u003c\/strong\u003e seal this cream with a thin, dedicated occlusive on top. \u003cstrong\u003eIf your skin feels overheated after sun exposure,\u003c\/strong\u003e refrigerate this cream in advance for an intensified cooling effect — a genuine usage pattern, not a marketing gimmick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock-true starter bundle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/anua-heartleaf-77-soothing-toner\"\u003eAnua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner\u003c\/a\u003e + \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/cleardea-minari-calming-gel-serum-30ml\"\u003eClearDea Minari Calming Gel Serum\u003c\/a\u003e + this cream + \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/beauty-of-joseon-relief-sun-rice-probiotics-spf50-pa\"\u003eBeauty of Joseon Relief Sun SPF50+\u003c\/a\u003e — a full calming-lane AM\/PM routine, each link verified in-stock at the time of writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter purchasing, you will receive our skincare education email series covering this product in depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with ClearDea Deep Minari Cool Soothing Cream, not on margin or stock levels. If a pairing does not exist in our catalog, we say so. If you already own a product that fills the same role, use what you have first.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs This the Best Choice? (Mindful alternatives)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a comparably lightweight moisturizer with a more transparently-dosed hero ingredient, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/anua-birch-70-moisture-boosting-toner-50ml\"\u003eAnua Birch Moisture Boosting Cream\u003c\/a\u003e is a verified in-stock alternative built on a brand-stated 70% Betula Platyphylla Japonica (Birch) Sap base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther verified in-stock alternatives\u003c\/strong\u003e in the same gentle-moisturizer category: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/purito-seoul-wonder-releaf-centella-cream-50ml\"\u003ePurito Seoul Wonder Releaf Centella Cream\u003c\/a\u003e (barrier-repair-focused, similar soothing positioning), \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/anua-peach-77-niacin-conditioning-milk\"\u003eAnua Peach 77% Niacin Conditioning Milk\u003c\/a\u003e (lighter emulsion-milk texture, adds 2% niacinamide), and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/products\/dr-althea-147-barrier-cream-15ml\"\u003eDr. Althea 147 Barrier Cream\u003c\/a\u003e (more concentrated barrier-repair formula if your skin needs more than a light gel-cream provides).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose This Over the Alternative?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose ClearDea Deep Minari Cool Soothing Cream over Anua's Birch Moisture Boosting Cream\u003c\/strong\u003e if you specifically want the cooling, \"overheated skin\" positioning and a formula designed to pair with a matching serum from the same line, rather than a single-hero-ingredient hydration focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUpgrade Axis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBetter in This\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTrade-off\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWho Benefits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooling\/comfort positioning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExplicitly designed and reported to intensify when refrigerated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot a heavier hydration-boosting formula like Birch Sap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsers managing \"overheated,\" flushed-feeling skin specifically\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompanion-line coherence\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShares a soothing-botanical base with the Minari Calming Gel Serum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIts own hero ingredient's concentration is undisclosed for this SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsers already using or planning to use the companion serum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransparency of dosing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnua Birch Cream discloses 70% Birch Sap; this product discloses no equivalent figure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsers who specifically want a verifiably-dosed hero ingredient should prefer the alternative\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eState-gated triggers — choose THIS if:\u003c\/strong\u003e you're already using or plan to use the companion Minari serum and want a coherent two-step system; you specifically want the cooling\/refrigeration use case; your skin runs oily-to-combination and doesn't need heavy hydration-boosting. \u003cstrong\u003eChoose the alternative if:\u003c\/strong\u003e you want a verifiably higher-dose hydrating hero ingredient; your skin is drier and benefits from Birch Sap's specific humectant profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTiming and lane:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both occupy the same \"daily moisturizer\" lane and shouldn't be used together in the same routine slot — pick one. Neither conflicts with an active lane elsewhere since neither is an active itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDon't upgrade to this one if:\u003c\/strong\u003e you're already happy with a moisturizer that has disclosed, meaningful hero-ingredient concentrations; your skin needs more barrier-repair support than a light gel-cream provides (consider Purito Wonder Releaf Centella Cream or Dr. Althea 147 Barrier Cream instead).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you match 2 or more upgrade triggers above, THIS is worth choosing. If not, the alternative is sufficient and safer. Consistency beats complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe No-Buy Redundancy Check\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product's PRIMARY function is: lightweight, cooling, fragrance-free daily moisturizer for oily\/combination\/reactive skin. You do NOT need this if you already own a similarly light, fragrance-free gel-cream moisturizer that's working for you — finish your current product before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck your shelf for an already-open light moisturizer with a similar profile before buying a second one; PAO is not publicly disclosed, so check an old, mostly-unused jar for spoilage signs (Section 32) rather than assuming it's still good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStacking assessment:\u003c\/strong\u003e No Benefit if adding this alongside another light gel-cream moisturizer with an overlapping profile — pick one as your daily moisturizer. Significant Benefit if replacing a heavier, more occlusive cream that's been causing congestion in Mauritius's heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSourcing and Authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is sourced through authorized Korean distributors — primarily Craver Co., Ltd (South Korea), alongside other verified distribution partners. Craver is a major Korean beauty distributor and the parent company of SKIN1004, handling authorized distribution for multiple K-beauty brands. All products are shipped directly to Mauritius via verified channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor comprehensive information about how we verify authenticity, our layered verification system, and how to check your product at home, visit our dedicated \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/pages\/authenticity-trust\"\u003eAuthenticity and Trust page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo ClearDea-specific counterfeit markers were found in this research pass. Until brand-specific guidance is available, check for a clean, undamaged seal, consistent print quality on the carton, and a legible batch code as general-purpose verification steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout ClearDea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e ClearDea is a Korean skincare brand positioned around the slogan \"Clear Skin, Dear All,\" with products stated to be 100% made in Korea. Its catalog spans a Minari (soothing\/calming) line, a Mucin Collagen line, and pore\/cleansing-focused products, generally aimed at troubled, sensitive, and acne-prone skin. Parent company and founding year were not confirmed in this research pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cream and its companion serum illustrate the brand's shared-base-formula approach — related products across a line drawing on the same soothing-botanical stack, with the format (gel vs. emulsion) and emulsifying system doing the differentiating work. No cruelty-free, vegan, or Halal certification was found for the brand — treat any such claim about ClearDea products as self-assessed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Community Experiences\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommunity reviews for this specific SKU were not independently verifiable at the time of writing. WebFetch access to Amazon, Ulta, Reddit, and Hwahae was blocked during this research pass, and no accessible Reddit thread for this exact product was found via search.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat surfaced instead were retailer-aggregated, non-individually-attributed themes: shoppers describe the cream as \"awesome for calming skin,\" light and fast-absorbing without stickiness, and leaving skin feeling hydrated and brighter — read these as retailer paraphrase, not sourced quotes. One specific, recurring, and credible usage pattern did surface repeatedly: refrigerating this cream together with the companion Minari Calming Gel Serum to intensify the cooling\/de-puffing sensation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will not invent individually-sourced quotes to fill this section. If you've used this product, we'd genuinely welcome your review to help future customers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging and Practical Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Packaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30ml jar or tube (exact format not independently confirmed this run)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHygiene Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDepends on format — a jar requires clean-finger or spatula use; check your physical unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTravel-Friendly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, under standard carry-on liquid limits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSustainability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recyclability and refillability were not disclosed by the brand at the time of writing — check the base of your container for a resin-identification code before recycling locally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a heavy night cream?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — it's a lightweight gel-cream. If you need heavier barrier repair, see the alternatives in Section 38.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I refrigerate it?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — this is a genuine, recurring usage pattern found in this research, specifically to intensify the cooling sensation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it contain the same Minari concentration as the companion serum?\u003c\/strong\u003e Not confirmed — the serum discloses 0.0826%, but no equivalent figure was found for this cream. Don't assume they match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it fungal-acne safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e Conditionally — see the FA-Conditional flag in Section 30B; patch test if you're specifically managing Malassezia folliculitis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I still need sunscreen if I use this?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, always, in the morning — this cream has no SPF of its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlossary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eEmulsion\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eA stable blend of water and oil phases held together by an emulsifier — what makes a cream a cream, rather than a watery gel.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eHumectant\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eAn ingredient that attracts and holds water at the skin's surface, like glycerin or hyaluronic acid.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eFA-Conditional\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eAn ingredient that some people who are prone to fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) may react to, but not universally.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eAcid mantle\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eThe skin's naturally slightly-acidic surface layer (pH ~4.5-5.5) that helps block bacteria and irritants.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eOcclusive\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eAn ingredient that forms a physical seal on skin to prevent water loss.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003ePAO\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003ePeriod After Opening — the number of months a product stays good for once opened, shown as an open-jar icon with a number on the packaging.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eMFDS\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eKorea's Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, which classifies cosmetics as General or Functional.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Adilsons Promise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery product sold by Adilsons Beauty is 100% genuine, sourced through authorized Korean distribution channels. Full details on our verification system: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/pages\/authenticity-trust\"\u003eAuthenticity and Trust\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur team is available to help you build a routine, troubleshoot reactions, and answer ingredient questions. WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor in-depth skincare education, visit our blog at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/blogs\/k-beauty\"\u003eadilsons.mu\/blogs\/k-beauty\u003c\/a\u003e or subscribe to our email to get our guided education series delivered to your inbox.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery and Returns — Mauritius\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoverage: Island-wide delivery (Mauritius).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProcessing and Timing: Orders process in 1-2 business days; usually ready by Day 3 for pickup by our delivery partners\/regional team. Partner collection can take up to 1 week. After pickup, delivery typically takes 1-5 business days (weekdays only).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpress: May be available by region; request on WhatsApp: \u003ca href=\"tel:+23057782336\"\u003e+230 5 778 2336\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiquids\/Sensitive Items: Serums, toners, liquid makeup (and kits containing liquids) are pickup or door-to-door only; checkout enforces this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScheduling: Deliveries run by region on set schedules; we will contact you the evening before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePickup: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/share.google\/p5cNHCCAUxnAwDHIO\"\u003eCitadelle Mall pickup available\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReturns: No change-of-mind exchanges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefunds (Summary): For defective\/damaged on receipt (report within 48h), wrong item, or manufacturing defect within 6 months. Refunds via bank transfer (7-10 business days); card refunds may incur a 5% processor fee (fee not charged for defects\/order errors). Opened skincare\/personal-care items are non-returnable (except if damaged on delivery).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSource of Truth: This is a quick snapshot. If anything differs, the policy pages are final.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStore Policies:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the most up-to-date information, please review our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eShipping Policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003eRefund Policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Final Verdict\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oily, combination, or reactive skin in Mauritius's climate that wants a genuinely light, fragrance-free, cooling daily moisturizer — especially as the sealing step for the companion Minari Calming Gel Serum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e fragrance-free by INCI; light gel-cream texture that won't feel heavy in humidity; a real, specific cooling-via-refrigeration usage pattern; shares a coherent soothing-botanical base with its companion serum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeep in mind:\u003c\/strong\u003e unlike the companion serum, this cream's named Minari extract concentration is not disclosed for this SKU; pH and PAO are not publicly disclosed; it contains Hydrogenated Lecithin, an FA-conditional ingredient — patch test if you're specifically fungal-acne-prone; it's a light moisturizer, not a rich barrier-repair cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOncology and Treatment-Sensitized Skin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssessment: Likely Suitable, Patch Test First.\u003c\/strong\u003e This formula is fragrance-free and retinoid-free with a comparatively gentle preservative system (1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid), the factors most commonly flagged as risk points for treatment-sensitized skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FA-conditional Hydrogenated Lecithin and the broad botanical extract list are not established oncology-contraindicated ingredients, but a wide extract list carries more individual-sensitivity surface area than a minimalist formula — patch test carefully given treatment-altered skin barrier function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsult your oncology care team before introducing any new skincare products during treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironmental Defense and Lifestyle Factors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParticulate adhesion:\u003c\/strong\u003e As a true emulsion sitting closer to the skin surface than a watery gel, this cream can trap slightly more airborne dust\/PM2.5 during Mauritius's July-November sugar cane burning season — a gentle evening cleanse matters more during that window than it does with the companion serum alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntioxidant pollution defense:\u003c\/strong\u003e Camellia Sinensis (green tea) Leaf Extract carries real ingredient-level antioxidant literature, though its exact concentration here is not disclosed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAC\/humidity swing interaction:\u003c\/strong\u003e As a humectant-containing formula, this cream performs best with some ambient humidity to draw from; in long AC exposure, seal with a dedicated occlusive rather than relying on its own light emulsifier system alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"Adilsons Beauty","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52053098102965,"sku":null,"price":975.0,"currency_code":"MUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/4163\/8837\/files\/61evbfU_vRL._SL1500_be1e6ff8-c394-4f3d-8cb6-7b93360df8d9.jpg?v=1764145469"}],"url":"https:\/\/adilsons.mu\/collections\/cleardea-collection.oembed","provider":"Adilsons","version":"1.0","type":"link"}