Article: Repair Cream vs. Blue Tansy HA Moisturizer: Which One Is Best For Your Skin?
Repair Cream vs. Blue Tansy HA Moisturizer: Which One Is Best For Your Skin?
When it comes to choosing the right moisturizer, knowing your skin type and understanding your skin needs are key. Both our Blue Tansy Ultra-Rich Moisturizer and Repair Cream are incredible options, but they do serve different purposes. For some, both moisturizers work well for them. For others, choosing one of our moisturizers and sticking with it may be what their skin needs. Let’s break down the differences and provide some example routines so you can feel confident about your choice!
Blue Tansy Ultra-Rich Moisturizer
Best For: Dry, sensitive, or aging skin types, but can also be layered for combination skin during harsh, dry winter weather!
This HA moisturizer is packed with nutrient-rich and organic ingredients designed to draw moisture to the skin for deep, all day hydration. The star ingredients include Blue Tansy Oil which is famous for its calming and anti-inflammatory abilities. It makes this moisturizer even better for those with sensitive and/or dry skin. Read below to learn about the other star ingredients!
Key Ingredients:
- Blue Tansy Oil: Anti-inflammatory and soothing to calm sensitive or irritated skin.
- Nilotica Butter (Organic): Provides intense hydration, softens the skin, and creates a protective barrier against environmental pollutants.
- Hyaluronic Acid: Noticeably hydrates and plumps the skin helping to reduce the appearance of fine lines.
- Raspberry Seed Oil (Organic): So very antioxidant-rich and helps to protect the skin from environmental stressors.
- Flaxseed Glycerin (Organic): Locks in and binds moisture to the skinwhile promoting skin elasticity.
Benefits:
- Provides intense hydration for dry, flaky skin.
- Soothes and calms irritation. It was formulated to be deeply beneficial for sensitive/rosacea prone skin.
- Promotes skin elasticity and helps you age gracefully.
- Literally draws moisture from the air to keep skin intensely hydrated all day long.
Texture: Rich, creamy, soft, and so luxurious. A little goes a LONG way!
Since we're still in the winter months, here's an example of a full, sensitive skincare routine for winter ft. the Blue Tansy HA moisturizer (from our winter skincare routine guide).
- Renew Cleansing Oil. Depending on how sensitive your skin is during the winter, opting for oil cleansing may be what you need. Our Renew Cleansing Oil is one of our most gentle, hydrating products and may be the boost your sensitive skin needs this winter. If your skin can tolerate it, our Facial Cleansing Duo also includes our other extremely gentle cleansing option, the Clarifying Cleanser.
- Balancing Toner Mist. While we do recommend using a great toner on the daily, some sensitive skin types don't mesh well with toners. Feel free to omit this step and go straight to a serum after cleansing if your skin doesn't like toner!
- Awake Coffee Serum. This is our gentlest serum yet due to it being essential oil free.
- Blue Tansy Ultra Rich Moisturizer
- Daydream Mineral SPF
- The Eye Balm™
- Brow Styling Wax & Clay
Repair Cream
Best For: Combination, oily, or acne-prone skin that needs light yet deep hydration.
The Repair Cream is a feathery light, vitamin C packed, low-comedogenic moisturizer formulated to hydrate while purifying the skin and without overwhelming oily or combination skin. It’s a great option for those who have acne-prone skin types but still want intense nourishment without risking breakouts!
Key Ingredients:
- Pumpkin Seed Oil (Organic): Low-comedogenic, it contains zinc and vitamins to combat acne and purify the skin while helping skin heal.
- Chamomile Herbal Oil (Organic): Helps to calms breakouts and irritated skin while offering antibacterial benefits.
- Argan Oil (Organic): Light weight oil that is known to help balance natural sebum while providing nourishment to the skin.
- Unrefined Shea Butter (Organic): Helps to lock in moisture without clogging pores and provides a natural barrier against environmental stressors.
Benefits:
- Helps balance natural sebum production which is key for acne-prone skin.
- Made to soothe and reduce inflammation caused by breakouts.
- Lightweight formula absorbs quickly and doesn’t feel greasy.
- Hydrates and nourishes without clogging pores.
Texture: Light, fluffy, cloud-like, with a slippery feel. It absorbs super quick, leaving skin hydrated without a waxy or heavy after feel.
Here's an example of a full, acne-prone skincare routine for winter ft. the Repair Cream (from our winter skincare routine guide).
- Clarifying Cleanser. This is a great cleanser for my acne-prone gals! It deeply cleanses but does NOT strip your face and mess up natural sebum production like alternative cleansers. We also recommend oil cleansing for acne prone skin... I know, it sounds like an oxymoron but learn more about oil cleansing HERE and HERE.
- Balancing Toner Mist. Ingredients in this toner can help fight bacteria!
- Repair Cream. This is our most lightweight moisturizer and I am obsessed with the texture. It's almost... fluffy, it's so light! This very low comedogenic moisturizer is packed with nourishing ingredients and a little goes a LONG way.
- OR try the Purifying Facial Serum in place of the Repair Cream and see how your skin does. Try both products and see which one your skin responds to better.
- Daydream Mineral SPF. Don't be afraid of this SPF moisturizer! It's formulated to not clog your pores. It has a balm kind of consistency which is great for sealing in the benefits of a serum.
- The Eye Balm™
- The Blemish Balm
- Brow Styling Wax & Clay
Click here to read more suggested routines for your skin type ft. the Repair Cream.
Choosing The Right Moisturizer
Generally speaking, if your skin is dry, flaky, showing signs of aging, or feels tight throughout the day, the Blue Tansy Ultra-Rich Moisturizer is your BFF! Now, if you struggle with oily skin or consistent or occasional breakouts, the Repair Cream may be what your skin is looking for!
If you’re still unsure, why not try both? Many SBA fam members find that their skin needs different products depending on the season or their current skin goals/needs. We offer sample sizes for both moisturizers so you can feel absolutely confident when you invest in SBA skincare.
We hope this has been helpful! Don’t hesitate to reach out with questions - we're here to support you on your holistic skincare journey.
*Pro Tip: Don't just take our word for it... Read the reviews for these moisturizers! You may be amazed at some of the testimonials from SBA family members who use these moisturizers.
With care,
Brier C.