• Bloglovin
  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • RSS
  • Twitter
My Women Stuff
  • About Me »
    • Contact Me
      • For PR
  • Budget Beauty »
    • Save & Splurge
  • Makeup »
    • Eyes »
      • Brow pencil
      • Mascara
      • Eyeshadow
      • Eyeliner
    • Face »
      • BB Cream
      • Blush
      • Bronzer
      • CC Cream
      • Concealer
      • Foundation »
        • Cream Foundation
        • Liquid Foundation
        • Cushion Foundation
      • Highlighter
      • Loose Powder
    • Lips »
      • Lip Gloss
      • Lipstick
      • Lipbalm
    • Makeup Brushes
  • Skincare »
    • Cleanser »
      • Cleansing Balm
      • Cleansing Cream
      • Cleansing Gel
      • Cleansing Milk
      • Cleansing Oil
      • Cleansing Water
      • Makeup Remover
    • Mask
    • Moisturiser
    • Scrubs
    • Serum »
      • Vitamin C
      • Retinol
    • Sunscreen
    • Toner/Lotion
    • Treatment »
      • Acne
      • Anti-Aging
      • Brightening/Whitening
      • Hydrating
    • Bath & Body »
      • Body Lotion
      • Body oil
      • Hair
      • Shower Gel
    • Facial Oils
  • Tips »
    • Tips & Discussions
    • Blogging Tips
  • Lifestyle »
    • Cooking at Chez PB
    • Beauty Services »
      • Hair Salon
      • Facial
      • Spa
    • Fashion »
      • Bags
      • Jewellery
      • Shoes
    • Home
  • Brands
  • Product Reviews
    • Beauty hor d’oeuvres
  • Blog
Home » Skincare » Moisturiser » Review: Skincare: Eucerin Hydro Balance Refreshing Hydrating Cream

Review: Skincare: Eucerin Hydro Balance Refreshing Hydrating Cream

September 29, 2008 Paris B 12 Comments

My Olay Total Effects cream was on its last legs (its only 20g after all) and I know I said I was going to try the Olay Total Effects Night Cream, but when I was checking it out at Guardian pharmacy, I got distracted by Eucerin. I’ve not tried many Eucerin products even though the Eucerin White Solution Fluid sunscreen works wonders for me so I decided to get a night moisturiser from Eucerin instead.

Eucerin Hydro Balance Hydrating Cream
  • Save

I ended up with the Eucerin Hydro Balance Refreshing Hydrating Cream. Yet another mouthful from Eucerin which I’ll call Hydro Balance Cream throughout this review.

The Eucerin Hydro Balance cream comes in a light blue glass tub which is more luxurious than the price belies. What I like is that the tub is sealed under the cover with a foil cover so you know that its fresh and not tampered with. I’ve seen people open up creams and lotions in pharmacies to test them when there are no testers around so I’m always leary of products that aren’t sealed for protection.

Eucerin Hydro Balance Refreshing Hydrating Cream
  • Save

The Hydro Balance cream itself is very light, almost a gel-like texture that is white in colour. So, calling it a cream is a little misleading because its not creamy the way we would expect it. According to the Eucerin website the attributes and benefits of the Hydro Balance cream are:-

Attributes:
* With water-binding Isomerine
* Non-comedogenic
* Fragrance-free
* Alcohol-free
* Colorant-free

Benefits:
* Instant moisturization lasting for 24 hours especially designed for normal to combination skin.

According to the box, Isomerine is the key ingredient that attracts and binds moisture to the skin to keep it hydrated and refreshed. This cream is also oil free and not sticky.

I only use this cream at night not for any reason other than the fact I already have a cream for the day that works well. Further, I sleep in an air-conditioned room most nights so I’m afraid of my skin drying out. I’m happy to report that the Eucerin Hydro Balance cream fits all my needs perfectly.

When applied, the cream feels a little oily at first but once absorbed, it stops feeling sticky or oily and my skin feels hydrated even when I get up in the mornings. I have normal-combination skin and its working well for me without any breakouts or reactions. Eucerin states that the Hydro Balance Cream is formulated for sensitive skin and I think it would work well for those with dry skins too. People with oily skins may not like it as much even if its very light and is oil-free.

The Eucerin Hydro Balance Cream does not promise anything more than add moisture and keep your skin moisturised so I’d say this cream is good as a basic moisturiser. If you are looking for a night cream that promises more e.g. anti-aging, whitening etc then this will not be for you. For my part, I’m liking the Hydro Balance cream for my night regime because its just so simple and uncomplicated and sometimes, that’s all your skin really needs 🙂

A 50ml tub of Eucerin Hydro Balance Refreshing Hydrating Cream retails at about RM54.90 at most Guardian or Watsons’ or other pharmacies. It sometimes goes on sale so watch out for that. Because the cream is so light, only very little is needed for the whole face and neck so I can forsee one tub lasting quite a while.

Pros: Light, Not Oily, Keeps skin well moisturised, Inexpensive

Cons: Tub packaging can be unhygienic

[rating:4/5]

Was this helpful? Tell your friends!

0 Shares
  • Facebook 0
  • Twitter
12 Insightful comments ... Read or JOIN THE DISCUSSION

YOU MAY FIND THESE THESE POSTS HELPFUL TOO!

About Paris B

Paris B is a 40-something beauty and skincare enthusiast with a practical and very critical view of beauty products and the world of beauty. Her mission on My Women Stuff is to deliver clear, honest reviews and facilitate discussions about beauty trends and life, tempered with a healthy dose of humour. Let the buyer's remorse be ours not yours! When not testing the newest skincare creams and lotions, or playing with makeup, find her testing her culinary skills in the kitchen at Chez PB. Read more about us here or leave a comment below or connect with us on social media at Instagram, Facebook and Twitter!

PREVIOUS POST: Have a Splendid Weekend!
NEXT POST: My experience with Majolica Majorca and a Giveaway!

12 comments ... Read or JOIN THE DISCUSSION

  1. Tine says

    September 29, 2008 at 9:11 am

    From your review, the Eucerin moisturiser reminds me of Clinique’s Moisture Surge. I shall give it a go when I go back to Malaysia. If it’s just as good if not better, then I’ll switch. It’s a heck lot cheaper anyway 🙂

    Reply
  2. Emyli says

    September 29, 2008 at 9:35 am

    Hi Paris, just wanted to say how much I love the reviews. Keep it up!
    Not sure about the Eucerin moisturizer as most of the ingrediants are lab created products such as Saccharide Isomerate, Propylparaben, and Methylparaben. But I think it would have a very good effect on people with sensitive skin as the ingrediants are very mild, and as people with sensitive skins have thinner skin layers it would be very much easy for the product to penetrate much better.

    Have you tried using Dermalogica?

    Emyli

    Reply
  3. Nikki says

    September 29, 2008 at 10:08 am

    Just like Tine, I find the texture looks just like the Clinique’s Moisture Surge Extra Moisturizing cream, glad it worked for you and same with Clinique, they don’t have the extra anti-aging properties or sunscreen! Eucerin looks and sounds very promising and I love how professional their packaging looks 🙂

    Reply
  4. ParisB says

    September 29, 2008 at 10:48 am

    @Tine : Ah! I’d always wanted to try Moisture Surge but never did because Clinique products don’t work too well with me. If this is similar, do let me know!

    @Emyli: Thank you for your kind words. I am not too familiar with product ingredients at this time and my skin isn’t too sensitive. I have not tried Dermalogica products yet. I have some samples but have not got round to testing them.

    @Nikki: I haven’t tried Clinique’s but if its similar then hey! We have a low end dupe! 🙂

    Reply
  5. Monstro says

    September 29, 2008 at 12:05 pm

    May opt for this when my Dermalogica runs out! It’s wayyy cheaper. And I use other serums at night, which would be complemented by a simple cream like this over it. 🙂 Thanks for the review!

    Reply
  6. Cyndi says

    September 29, 2008 at 12:44 pm

    I am an ardent user of Eucerin cleansing milk and your reviews about Eucerin products make me feel like grabbing their whole range home. I am really tempted to get their sunscreen fluid and also this. I still cannot decide whether to get Avene’s or Eucerin yet lol. Eucerin’s seems to be cheaper. =)

    Reply
  7. ParisB says

    September 29, 2008 at 1:44 pm

    @Monstro : If all you want is a simple moisturizer this might be it. I’m really liking it for now.

    @Cyndi: I haven’t tried the Eucerin cleansing milk and I’ve not tried many Eucerin products lol… still I’m quite happy with the ones I’ve tried thus far.

    Reply
  8. Celine says

    September 29, 2008 at 4:07 pm

    I thought I have stumbled upon my new night moisturiser until the part you wrote that people with oily skins may not like it. Doh. Any suggestions of a night moisturiser for oily skin? Anyone tried the new Loreal Derma Genesis? I just got myself the Loreal Revitalift Anti-Wrinkle & Firming Day Cream SPF18 (wow, such a long-named product) and love it – not oily, absorp instantly with nice tinge of frangrant. It’s difficult with Loreal products because their website do not feature certain products made for Asian skin.

    Reply
  9. ParisB says

    September 29, 2008 at 4:38 pm

    @Celine : I tested the L’oreal Derma Genesis and I hated the scent so I won’t be testing it for now. Too strongly scented. The Revitalift series isn’t bad – I used to like the essence/serum. I know someone with oily skin who likes the Kanebo Blanchir Milky Conditioner. Usually lotions are better than creams for oilier skins.

    Reply
  10. rinnah says

    September 29, 2008 at 11:08 pm

    I went and bought the Eucerin cleansing milk after reading your good review on their sunscreen. Am pleased to say that it’s not bad, actually! Might just try this night cream too, since Eucerin does not seem to aggravate my skin. 🙂

    Reply
  11. michelle louis says

    October 29, 2008 at 12:59 pm

    Has anyone tried Eucerin White Solution SPF 40 whitening extra treatment fluid? I was given a few tubes in Bangkok but no instructions? Obviously it is a sunscreen but what is the whitening bit about and am i about to put deadly chemicals on my fair skin??

    Reply
  12. ParisB says

    October 29, 2008 at 1:27 pm

    @michelle louis : I have reviewed it – try going to this link to read the review on Eucerin Whitening Extra Treatment Fluid. Its my favourite sunscreen/day moisturiser.

    Reply

Comment Policy:At MWS we love reading your comments. However, if you are new to leaving comments you may benefit from reading the comment policy first.

What's your view? Share it! Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

My Women Stuff by Paris B

Welcome to My Women Stuff, a beauty blog based in Malaysia, written by veteran blogger, Paris B. What you can expect is honesty, critical views & a healthy dose of shared life lessons sprinkled amongst beauty product reviews. What you shouldn't expect is a page filled with unnecessary narcissistic photos. MWS is a blog for those who love to read, because we love to write! Read More about MWS and Paris B

Subscribe for weekly updates of all published content

RECENT REVIEWS

blue lizard sunscreen

Best sunscreen in the market? We take the Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen SPF50+ for a test

biologique recherche vip o2 creme

Just Sampling: Biologique Recherche VIP O2 Creme – worth the mystique?

selection of facial cleansers

Your skincare routine begins when you cleanse: 8 Cleansers I love that I buy over and over and why a good cleanser is important

I tell stories on Instagram @parisbmws

My lovely experience with the Soins Lift CVS Facia My lovely experience with the Soins Lift CVS Facial at the Ambasssade Biologique Recherche  Starhill Gallery on the blog mywomenstuff.com 

#biologiquerecherche #biologiquerecherchefacial #ambassadebiologiquerecherche #biologiquerecherchemalaysia #parisbmws
Commemorating milestones on the blog mywomenstuff. Commemorating milestones on the blog mywomenstuff.com

16 years. It’s mind boggling. 16 years and still suck at taking photos 😅 at least the dog is cute 😆
So I kept seeing this serum everywhere and everyon So I kept seeing this serum everywhere and everyone raved about it. Like super raved! So I had to try it 🫣 Well, you get to see what I think of it for me on the blog mywomenstuff.com

#axisy #axisymalaysia #axisydarkspotserum #parisbmws #koreanskincare #kbeauty #beautybloggermalaysia
Sharing on the feed for posterity. You need a humi Sharing on the feed for posterity. You need a humidifier - it’s the fountain of youth! Don’t believe me? Read why I say so on the blog mywomenstuff.com 😁
First discovered Lotion P50 over 7 years ago in Pa First discovered Lotion P50 over 7 years ago in Paris. It was incredibly hard to get hold of it in Malaysia at the time. Fast forward 7 years and countless bottles later it’s now easily available at the Ambassade Biologique Recherche at Starhill @biologique_recherche_kl (contact them and ask and they can even send stuff to you if you don’t have the time to go down town) 

Review in detail on the blog. Search Lotion P50. 

#biologiquerecherche #lotionp50 #biologique_recherche #biologiquerecherchemalaysia #skincareblogger #over40blogger #matureskincare
Loving this cream cleanser for morning cleanse. Ge Loving this cream cleanser for morning cleanse. Gentle, not drying, feels so lush on skin, rinses off easily. What more do you need from a cleanser?! 

Read review on the blog. Link in bio. 

In Malaysia get it from @wortheecosmetics and get 15% off with code PARISB 😉

#madhippie #madhippieskincare #madhippiemalaysia #wortheecosmetics #naturalskincare #skincareblogger #over40blogger #ontheblog #skincarereview #malaysiabeautyblogger #beautybloggermalaysia
Join over 10500 followers on Instagram

ABOUT ME · CONTACT ME · DISCLAIMER & COPYRIGHT · PRIVACY · ARCHIVES

© Copyright MY WOMEN STUFF 2007 - 2022 · All Rights Reserved