House of Hur Phyto Brew Matcha Ampoule 50ml

Values: 100% Genuine · FA-Conditional · Fragrance-Free · Halal-Friendly* · Vegan-Friendly*

Feeling shiny by midday but still tight after cleansing is one of the most confusing skin experiences Mauritian customers describe to us — it looks like "too much oil" but behaves like dehydration, and reaching for a stronger mattifying product usually makes it worse.

The Oily-Tight Paradox: if your skin looks oily on the surface but feels tight or uncomfortable 30 minutes after cleansing, that combination points to dehydrated-oily skin, not simply "oily" skin — the sebaceous glands are overcompensating for a lack of water, not a lack of oil control. This ampoule's approach (hydrate first, let oil production settle) is the mechanism that actually addresses that cycle, rather than stripping more oil away.

Pros: fast-absorbing and non-sticky, fragrance-free, pairs real antioxidants (EGCG, Tocopherol) with hydrators, satisfying shake-to-blend ritual.

Caveats: concentrations of every named active are undisclosed; it is not a substitute for a BHA/salicylic-acid product if your concern is truly clogged pores rather than dehydration-driven shine; the biphasic format requires an extra shaking step every use.

Classification: GREEN — safe for all ages. Niacinamide, Adenosine, and the disclosed peptides are all mild, non-exfoliating, non-photosensitizing ingredients.

Teenage combination/oily skin can genuinely benefit from the hydration-over-stripping approach here, since teenage over-cleansing habits are a common driver of the same oily-tight cycle described above.

Checklist: Bedside-compatible (yes) · Requires rinsing (no) · Requires precise dosage (loosely, a few drops) · Usable with unwashed hands (yes) · Requires wait time (30-60 seconds) · Can be a single-product routine (yes, in a pinch, followed by any moisturizer you have).

The one extra step versus a normal serum is shaking the bottle for a few seconds before each use — a low enough bar that this still qualifies for a bare-minimum burnout routine.

Its light, fast-absorbing, non-sticky finish means it does not carry the "heavy product" aversion some people feel toward serums when they are exhausted.

Step 1 (When): AM and PM, after toner. Step 2 (How much): 2-3 drops or roughly 1 dropper-fill, shaken into a single "matcha latte" texture first. Step 3 (How): Press into skin with palms rather than rubbing, then wait 30-60 seconds before moisturizer.

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.

1. Cleanser → 2. Toner (optional) → 3. House of Hur Phyto Brew Matcha Ampoule → 4. Moisturizer → 5. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++.

In Mauritius' humid mornings, the Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, and Sodium Hyaluronate in this ampoule draw water from the humid air into skin rather than from deeper layers — a real advantage for the dehydrated-oily pattern this product targets. See the AC note in Climate Fit for long air-conditioned days, when the same humectants can start pulling from your skin instead.

1. Double cleanse if wearing SPF/makeup → 2. Toner (optional) → 3. House of Hur Phyto Brew Matcha Ampoule → 4. Moisturizer.

This product carries no active-ingredient lane conflicts, so it does not occupy a slot in a 4-night skin-cycling schedule — it can run every single night alongside whatever active lane (retinoid, acid, Vitamin C) you use elsewhere, applied before that active if it is also water-based, or after if you are layering an acid.

Technique: Shake the bottle first until the two layers blend into one uniform "matcha latte" texture, then press into skin rather than rubbing — friction reduces even absorption and increases irritation odds.

Required skin state: Slightly damp skin (after toner) works best for humectant absorption.

Wait time: 30-60 seconds before moisturizer, standard for a serum-tier product.

Hands deliver 100% of product; the dropper format also lets you calibrate the exact amount per use, unlike a pump that dispenses a fixed dose.

This is an encyclopedia map of all product types. You do not use all of these daily. You select modules based on your skin state.

Global execution rules: Viscosity ladder runs thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase, treatments before seals. Wait-time defaults: watery layers 10-20s, serum layers 30-60s, 10-15 minutes before sunscreen if going outdoors. Amount defaults: watery toner/essence 5-8 drops or a coin-size puddle; serum/ampoule 2-3 drops or 1 pump; eye product ½ rice-grain per eye; gel moisturizer 1-1.5 peas, cream 1-2 peas; occlusive seal rice-grain to pea-size; sunscreen 2 fingers for the face, +1 for the neck. Hydrators go on slightly damp skin, retinoids on fully dry skin, exfoliating acids on dry or lightly damp skin. If the routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers rather than adding more.

AM Maximum Stack: 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, pick one — this product can serve as the gentler antioxidant option here → 8. Pigment Support Lane (optional) → 9. Hydration Serum Lane (optional, skip if you're already using this ampoule) → 10. Oil-Control Lane, pick one — or this product covers that role too → 11. Peptides/Repair Lane (optional, this ampoule already contains peptides) → 12. Eye Serum/Cream → 13. Moisturizer → 14. Optional Sealing Layer (if dry/AC) → 15. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable) → 16. Lip SPF (optional). In AM, prioritize comfort and SPF adherence over stacking — in high humidity, fewer layers often perform better.

PM Maximum Stack: 1. Micellar (optional) → 2. Oil Cleanser/Balm (if SPF/makeup) → 3. Water Cleanser → 4. pH-Prep Toner (optional) → 5. Hydrating Toner Layers (optional) → 6. Essence (optional) → 7. Soothing/Barrier Serum — this product sits here or as the anchor → 8. Anchor active product, if you run one (retinoid/acid/Vitamin C) → 9. Targeted Serum (optional, only if non-conflicting) → 10. Moisturizer → 11. Sleeping Mask (optional) → 12. Occlusive Seal (optional) → 13. Spot Treatment (as needed) → 14. Lip Sleeping Mask (optional). Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep "one lane" per night.

Lane strictness: 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.

Tier: Light fluid/serum — thicker than a toner, thinner than a cream, applied after toner/essence and before moisturizer.

Layering rule: Thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase. Although this formula contains Squalane and Sunflower Seed Oil, it is engineered as a single-phase serum once shaken, so it behaves as water-phase for layering purposes.

Rheological note: This product looks separated (biphasic) in the bottle before use — that is by formulation design, not spoilage. Shake until uniform before every application.

Prerequisites: Before starting this product, your routine should already include a gentle cleanser and daily SPF. Adding a hydrating ampoule on top of an over-cleansing, over-drying routine only partially addresses the underlying dehydration problem.

Primary target — Excess sebum from dehydration: the humectant load (Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Mannitol) rehydrates the skin so sebaceous glands stop overproducing oil defensively, while Niacinamide independently supports a more balanced-looking oil output over time.

Secondary benefits: EGCG and Tocopherol offer real antioxidant support against daily UV/pollution exposure; Melia Azadirachta (Neem) Leaf and Flower Extract have a traditional calming/soothing reputation, though not to the same clinical evidence tier as Centella.

What this product cannot do: it cannot physically unclog or shrink pores — that needs a chemical exfoliant (BHA) instead. It also cannot substitute for a dedicated acne treatment if you have active inflammatory breakouts rather than general shine and dehydration.

Every pairing below is verified in Adilsons' live catalog at the time of writing. Stock changes constantly, so each slot lists one primary pick plus alternatives rather than a single option.

1. A matching lightweight moisturizer to seal the hydration in. Primary: House of Hur Phyto Brew Matcha Dual Cream And Gel (same line, designed as its companion step). Alternatives: House of Hur 3X Capsule Hydro Booster Cream, SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule (as a lighter-gel alternative moisturizer step for very oily skin).

2. Daily SPF, non-negotiable with any antioxidant-forward serum. Primary: Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics. Alternatives: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Air-Fit Suncream Light, Anua Heartleaf Silky Moisture Sun Cream, House of Hur Tropical Dew Sun Cream.

3. A calming toner for redness-prone skin using this ampoule. Primary: Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner. Alternative: MIXSOON Centella Asiatica Toner. Apply before this ampoule for an extra calming layer.

Pilling pairs: Because it contains Squalane and Sunflower Seed Oil once blended, avoid stacking it directly under a heavy silicone-primer makeup base without a full absorption wait — otherwise it layers cleanly under most water-based products.

Pre-period breakouts happen because progesterone causes the pore lining to physically swell, narrowing the opening and trapping sebum beneath. A hydration-forward product like this one does not stop that swelling, but keeping skin well-hydrated in the luteal phase avoids compounding it with reactive over-oil-stripping.

Chronic stress elevates cortisol, which increases TEWL (transepidermal water loss), can trigger inflammatory breakouts, and compromises barrier function — often showing up as the same "oily but reactive" pattern this ampoule is formulated to help with.

The EGCG and Tocopherol antioxidants, plus the traditional calming reputation of Neem extract, make this a reasonable evening step during high-stress periods, though it is supportive care rather than a stress-management solution.

Permeability: Water-Permeable (wudu-compatible). Once blended and absorbed, this is a fast-absorbing serum with no waxy or heavily occlusive residue.

Adilsons provides this assessment based on the product's physical properties. Rulings on wudu validity vary between scholars. Consult your own trusted Islamic authority.

MYTH: "Oily skin should avoid hydrating serums." REALITY: Skipping hydration on oily skin often worsens shine by triggering reflex sebum overproduction — this ampoule's hydration-first approach is the more evidence-aligned response.

MYTH: "A separated bottle means it's expired or broken." REALITY: This is a biphasic (dual-layer) formula by design — shake it to blend before each use.

MYTH: "Green tea/matcha skincare works the same as drinking matcha." REALITY: Topical EGCG delivers antioxidant benefit directly to skin cells, which is a different mechanism from any effect of drinking the beverage.

In air-conditioned environments, the humectants in this ampoule (Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate) can start drawing moisture from your deeper skin layers instead of from the air during long AC exposure. Seal with a moisturizer containing an occlusive ingredient on heavy AC days.

July-November sugar cane burning season raises ambient PM2.5; the real antioxidants here (EGCG, Tocopherol) offer some support against that particulate/pollution load, so daily AM use is worth keeping consistent through that window.

*Peptide evidence at undisclosed, likely low concentrations is Emerging rather than as clinically established as Niacinamide or EGCG.

Full INCI list: Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, C13-15 Alkane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Water, Butylene Glycol, Squalane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Polyglycerin-3, Glycerin, Betaine, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Trilaureth-4 Phosphate, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Ethylhexylglycerin, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Adenosine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Malt Extract, Disodium EDTA, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Allantoin, Maltodextrin, Caprylyl Glycol, Mannitol, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2, Epigallocatechin Gallate, SH-Decapeptide-5.

*This INCI list was compiled from third-party ingredient-decoder aggregator summaries (search engine results), not fetched directly from the brand's own page, since direct page access was blocked in this research pass. The aggregator states 29 total ingredients; 28 were confirmed with certainty, so the very last item(s) carry slightly lower confidence.

Preservative system: 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, and Caprylyl Glycol — a common modern glycol-based preservative-booster trio; no parabens detected in the declared list.

Fragrance status: Fragrance-Free — no "Parfum"/"Fragrance" entry appears in the declared INCI. Scent: Likely a faint, natural green-tea/grassy note from the Camellia Sinensis content, though this was not independently confirmed by a fetched product description.

Intensity: Estimated 0-1 out of 5 given the fragrance-free INCI status.

EU 26 allergen screen: None of the 26 EU-regulated fragrance allergens (linalool, limonene, citronellol, etc.) were detected in the declared INCI.

Alcohol disclosure: Alcohol-Free — no denatured or fatty alcohols appear in the declared list (1,2-Hexanediol is a glycol-type preservative-booster, not a drying alcohol).

Halal: *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.

Vegan: *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.

Cruelty-Free: *Brand-stated policy. Not independently certified by Leaping Bunny, PETA, or equivalent third-party audit. House of Hur's parent group (Goodai Global) has not been confirmed to sell in Mainland China retail as of this research pass.

Microplastic-Free: Yes — no film-forming synthetic polymers or microbeads detected in the declared INCI.

MFDS classification: Not confirmed as a registered Functional Cosmetic for this exact SKU — treated as General Cosmetic pending real evidence, even though Adenosine is generally an MFDS-recognized anti-wrinkle functional ingredient class in Korea's regulatory system.

Evidence confidence: Medium — Niacinamide and EGCG are both well-studied ingredient classes; the "Neoclaire Pro" peptide-complex branding and exact concentrations for this SKU are unverified marketing terminology rather than confirmed clinical data.

Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Conditional. Squalane, C13-15 Alkane, and Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride are widely rated FA-safe, but Trilaureth-4 Phosphate does not have an established rating on the most common published Malassezia-feeding ingredient trackers — treat as a caution, not a confirmed pass, if you are strictly fungal-acne-prone.

Assessment: Low. Once shaken into its single-phase texture, this absorbs cleanly; the small oil-phase component (Squalane, Sunflower Seed Oil) is unlikely to pill against most water-based follow-up products.

If pilling occurs, it is more likely from stacking this under a heavy silicone-based sunscreen or primer without a full absorption wait.

Mitigation: Apply to slightly damp skin, wait the full 30-60 seconds, and pat rather than rub the next layer on.

Color baseline: The matcha-derived green tint should stay a consistent pale green/beige after shaking; a strongly browned or grey shift signals oxidation.

Storage: Keep away from direct sunlight and bathroom heat — antioxidant-rich formulas like this one degrade faster under heat and light exposure, and Mauritius' ambient heat accelerates that further.

Separation: Shake before use. This is by design, not spoilage — the two visible layers are how the formula is stabilized between actives.

Spoilage signs: An off/rancid smell (a sign the oil phase has oxidized), a texture that no longer blends smoothly even after shaking, or visible mold. When in doubt, discard.

Patch test: Apply a small amount to your inner forearm and wait 24 hours, then repeat behind the ear for 24 hours, before full facial use.

If adverse reaction occurs: 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.

Emergency stop signals: hives, swelling, blistering, persistent burning, or breathing difficulty — seek emergency care immediately.

1. Skipping the shake step and applying only the top or bottom layer. 2. Over-cleansing elsewhere in the routine while expecting this ampoule alone to fix oiliness. 3. Skipping moisturizer after it because it "feels hydrating enough" — sealing in the humectants matters. 4. Expecting pore-clearing results it isn't formulated to deliver. 5. Storing it somewhere hot (like a car or a sunny windowsill), accelerating oxidation.

Overuse threshold: No established danger in twice-daily use at the recommended amount; using significantly more per application does not speed up results and just depletes the bottle faster.

Usage math: 50ml at roughly 2-3 drops (about 0.5-0.7ml) per use, twice daily, covers approximately 35-50 uses.

Lifespan: At the recommended dosage, one bottle lasts roughly 6-8 weeks of AM+PM use; using a full dropper each time rather than a few drops shortens that meaningfully.

Reorder timing: Plan to reorder about 2 weeks before you expect the bottle to run out, to allow for delivery time.

This ampoule works as the hydration-and-antioxidant serum step that breaks the dehydrated-oily cycle before a lightweight moisturizer seals it in. It sits at the serum rung of the viscosity ladder — after toner, before moisturizer.

AM: 1. Cleanse → 2. Toner (optional) → 3. Shake and apply this ampoule → 4. Moisturizer → 5. SPF50+ PA++++.
PM: 1. Double cleanse if wearing SPF/makeup → 2. Toner (optional) → 3. Shake and apply this ampoule → 4. Moisturizer.

If your midday shine is worse in AC than outdoors, that points to AC-driven dehydration rather than true oiliness — keep this ampoule in your AM routine and add an occlusive-finishing moisturizer for AC-heavy days. If you are in the luteal phase of your cycle and breaking out more, keep this hydration step consistent rather than switching to a harsher oil-stripping product, since the trigger there is hormonal pore swelling, not lack of oil control.

Stock-true bundle: This ampoule + House of Hur Phyto Brew Matcha Dual Cream And Gel + Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice + Probiotics — a straightforward three-step oily/combination-skin routine built around the same matcha line.

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The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with House of Hur Phyto Brew Matcha Ampoule, 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.

If your primary concern is genuinely enlarged, clogged pores rather than dehydration-driven shine, the in-catalog SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule (built around a brand-stated 50.47% Centella Asiatica Extract) targets pore appearance and texture more directly, at a different formulation approach.

Choose Phyto Brew Matcha Ampoule over SKIN1004 Poremizing Fresh Ampoule if you need hydration-first oil regulation with added antioxidant support: real EGCG/Tocopherol antioxidants and peptides, a satisfying sensory ritual, and a formula aimed at the dehydration root cause rather than pore texture alone.

Upgrade triggers (choose the SKIN1004 alternative instead if 2+ apply): IF your main complaint is visibly enlarged pores and rough texture rather than shine, THEN the higher-percentage Centella formula is more directly targeted. IF you are fungal-acne-strict and want to avoid any unestablished-rated emulsifier, THEN the simpler 7-ingredient SKIN1004 formula reduces that uncertainty. IF you already use a separate antioxidant serum elsewhere, THEN this ampoule's EGCG/Tocopherol content is redundant for you. IF your skin is currently reactive or barrier-compromised, THEN either gentle option works — prioritize whichever you already own.

Timing: Both occupy the same serum rung of the routine and are not meant to be layered together in one session — pick one per routine based on your dominant concern that day.

Don't upgrade to the SKIN1004 alternative if: your main issue is dehydration-driven shine rather than pore texture, or you specifically want the antioxidant/peptide content this ampoule provides.

If you match 2 or more upgrade triggers above, the SKIN1004 alternative is worth choosing instead. If not, this Matcha Ampoule is the right fit. Consistency beats complexity.

This product's PRIMARY function is: hydration-led oil regulation plus antioxidant support via Matcha/EGCG and Niacinamide. You do NOT need this if you already own an open hydrating serum with a similar humectant/antioxidant profile — finish that product first.

Inventory audit: Check whether you already have an open niacinamide serum or antioxidant serum; buying a second while one is still usable and unexpired is wasted product.

Stacking assessment: Marginal Benefit if you already run a separate Vitamin C or niacinamide serum (overlapping antioxidant/barrier mechanism); Significant Benefit if your routine currently has no dedicated hydration-serum step for oily/combination skin.

This 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.

For comprehensive information about how we verify authenticity, our layered verification system, and how to check your product at home, visit our dedicated Authenticity and Trust page.

Quick verification tips: a genuine bottle should show two distinct visible layers before shaking (a single, pre-mixed liquid at first glance may indicate a repackaged or degraded product); check the printed batch code on the bottle base against the Authenticity page.

House of Hur is positioned by retailers as a "skincare meets makeup" hybrid brand, though the Phyto Brew Matcha line (this ampoule and its companion Dual Cream And Gel) is a straightforward skincare sub-line built around Hadong-region matcha rather than color cosmetics.

*Multiple independent retailer sources describe the brand as co-founded with input from Korean-Indonesian beauty influencer Sunny Dahye, but this was not independently confirmed against the brand's own official channels during this research pass — treated as reasonably corroborated, not brand-primary-sourced.

Verbatim, individually-attributed reviews (with username, platform, and date) for this exact SKU were not independently findable during this research pass — no matching Reddit r/AsianBeauty or r/SkincareAddiction thread turned up, and the Amazon listing's search snippet did not surface a star rating or review count.

Praise themes (aggregated from retailer copy and one social clip): the shake-to-blend "matcha latte" texture is repeatedly described as satisfying; users describe skin feeling "more hydrated and alive" on tired/dull days; it is described as fast-absorbing and non-sticky, suited to oily/combination skin.

Complaint themes: none were surfaced in this research pass.

Sustainability: Check the resin/glass code printed on the bottle base for local recyclability. Not refillable.

Why does the bottle look separated? This is a biphasic (dual-layer) formula by design — shake it before every use until it blends into one uniform texture.

Is this a substitute for a BHA/pore treatment? No — it is a hydration-and-antioxidant serum, not a chemical exfoliant; if clogged pores and texture are your main concern, a dedicated BHA product does that job more directly.

Will this make oily skin oilier? No — the hydration-first mechanism is intended to reduce the reflex oil overproduction that comes from a stripped, dehydrated barrier.

Is it fungal-acne safe? Mostly, with one caveat — most of the base ingredients are commonly rated FA-safe, but Trilaureth-4 Phosphate does not have an established safety rating on the major FA-safety trackers, so we call this FA-Conditional rather than FA-Safe.

Can I use it with a Vitamin C or retinol product? Yes, in a different lane of your routine (e.g. Vitamin C AM, this ampoule PM, or both AM and PM since it has no acid/retinoid conflict).

Biphasic

A formula that separates into two visible layers and must be shaken to blend before use.

EGCG

Epigallocatechin Gallate — the primary antioxidant catechin found in green tea/matcha.

Dehydrated-oily

A skin state where surface oiliness is a defensive response to underlying water deficiency, not true excess oil.

TEWL

Transepidermal Water Loss — the rate at which skin loses water through its surface; elevated by a compromised barrier or stress.

Infundibular edema

Swelling of the pore lining, commonly triggered by rising progesterone before menstruation, which traps sebum and can cause breakouts.

Humectant

An ingredient (like Glycerin or Sodium Hyaluronate) that draws water into the skin from its surroundings.

FA-Conditional

Contains one or more ingredients whose fungal-acne safety is not firmly established either way, warranting a patch test if you are prone to it.

PAO

Period-After-Opening — the number of months a product stays safe/effective once opened, shown by a jar icon on packaging.

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Coverage: Island-wide delivery (Mauritius).

Processing 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).

Express: May be available by region; request on WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.

Liquids/Sensitive Items: Serums, toners, liquid makeup (and kits containing liquids) are pickup or door-to-door only; checkout enforces this.

Scheduling: Deliveries run by region on set schedules; we will contact you the evening before.

Pickup: Citadelle Mall pickup available.

Returns: No change-of-mind exchanges.

Refunds (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).

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Best for: oily, combination, or dehydrated-oily skin dealing with midday shine and mild reactivity who want a hydration-led approach instead of another oil-stripping product.

Key benefits: real antioxidants (EGCG, Tocopherol) alongside Niacinamide, fragrance-free, fast-absorbing and non-sticky in humidity.

Keep in mind: concentrations are undisclosed, it is not a substitute for a BHA pore treatment, and one emulsifier (Trilaureth-4 Phosphate) has an unestablished fungal-acne rating.

Assessment: Likely Suitable — this formula is fragrance-free, retinoid-free, and built on a mild glycol-based preservative system (1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol).

Skin undergoing cancer treatment is often more reactive than usual, so patch-test even a generally gentle product like this one before full facial use.

Consult your oncology care team before introducing any new skincare products during treatment.

Antioxidant pollution defense: EGCG and Tocopherol are both real, identified antioxidants that help neutralize free-radical damage from daily UV and pollution exposure, which is especially relevant during Mauritius' July-November sugar cane burning season.

AC/humidity swing interaction: The humectants in this ampoule (Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Butylene Glycol, Mannitol) work best in humid outdoor air but can pull moisture from your own skin during many consecutive hours in air conditioning — seal with an occlusive moisturizer on those days.