L'OCCITANE Shea Ultra Rich Face Cream 25% Shea Butter — Intensive Moisture for Very Dry, Sensitive Skin

L'Occitane Shea Ultra Rich Face Cream is a deeply nourishing face cream with 25% shea butter designed to comfort and protect very dry, sensitive skin for up to 48 hours.

Formulated for the whole family from age 3 onward, this ultra-concentrated cream melts into the skin to replenish lipids, soothe tightness and reinforce the skin's barrier against cold and environmental stressors. Its rich, creamy texture feels cocooning on contact yet absorbs without leaving a greasy film, making it suitable for face use in harsh weather or whenever skin needs intensive moisture.

How quickly does this cream relieve dry or tight skin?

The formula delivers immediate soothing thanks to a high 25% concentration of shea butter that helps re-establish comfort as soon as it’s applied. Most users notice reduced tightness and smoother-feeling skin after one application, with sustained nourishment over the following days.

• Instant melt-in texture to ease tightness on contact
• High shea butter content provides concentrated lipids
• Leaves skin feeling softer and more supple after one use

Will this cream protect my skin in cold or harsh climates?

The rich composition is specifically suited to challenging conditions; it helps reinforce the skin’s natural barrier to better resist wind, cold and dryness. While not a weatherproofing product in a technical sense, its nourishing layer reduces moisture loss and shields skin from environmental discomfort.

• Creates a protective, emollient layer against environmental stress
• Helps prevent moisture evaporation in low-humidity or cold air
• Recommended as a part of a winter skincare routine

How should I use L'Occitane Shea Ultra Rich Face Cream in my routine?

Use morning and/or night on cleansed skin, applying a small amount and massaging until absorbed. For very dry patches, layer a slightly thicker film and allow a few minutes for the cream to penetrate; it's also suitable for use on the neck and as a spot treatment for rough areas.

• Apply to cleansed face and neck morning and night
• Use a thicker layer on very dry or chapped spots
• Safe for family use from age 3; perform a patch test for sensitive skin

What makes this formula different from lighter moisturizers?

Unlike lightweight lotions, this Ultra Rich Face Cream is highly concentrated with shea butter and designed to deliver intensive lipid replenishment. Its richness targets significant dryness without frequent reapplication, making it better suited for compromised or seasonally dry skin types.

• 25% shea butter concentration for deep nourishment
• Rich, melting texture that replaces lost lipids
• Optimized to provide longer-lasting comfort than lighter creams

Who is this for? This cream is intended for people with very dry or sensitive skin seeking a restorative, high‑fat moisturizer—especially useful during cold months or for those exposed to wind and low humidity. It’s also appropriate for parents looking for a family-friendly intensive cream (from age 3), anyone wanting to target flaky or rough patches, and users who prefer a rich texture that prioritizes barrier support over a lightweight finish. Avoid if you prefer oil-free or very fast-absorbing formulations; for reactive skin, patch-test before full-face use.

Ingredients

AQUA/WATER - BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER - DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE - GLYCERIN - TAPIOCA STARCH - PENTYLENE GLYCOL - CETEARYL ALCOHOL - GLYCERYL STEARATE - PEG-100 STEARATE - DIMETHICONE - CASTANEA SATIVA (CHESTNUT) SEED EXTRACT - HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL - CETEARETH-33 - HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER - SODIUM PCA - GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE - TOCOPHEROL - XANTHAN GUM - SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE - POLYSORBATE 60 - CAPRYLYL GLYCOL - 1,2-HEXANEDIOL - PARFUM/FRAGRANCE