Prequel Sensitive Skin Moisturizer - Ectoin Urea Allantoin Barrier Cream 5%

I bought this because I was looking for a product containing ectoin to try for my eczema. I will repurchase, it has been effective. I’ve been using it equally on patches of eczema on the backs of my hands, as well as a facial cream for either spots that feel dry or itchy, or all over to soothe my skin after exfoliating. My dry sensitive skin absorbs it quickly and it feels so nice. The visibly irritated area around my hand eczema looks and feels immediately improved after application, and it stays that way for a while. Next time I get a scrape or cut I will see if it helps.

Worked wonders on winter dry patches on my cheeks and sides of mouth. I’m a somewhat new Prequel product user. I follow the creator on YouTube and love her skincare videos. I have tried a few products so far and have been happy with the results. I just ordered the foot repair ointment for my husband as well. I think this brand is a great value for the money. I have not had any bad reactions so far and I have VERY sensitive skin. This ointment is lightweight and melts into my skin well and the next morning my dry spots were literally invisible. It’s fragrance free, I did not notice any scent at all, which is importance to me.

I bought this for face but had also heard that this can be used for other skin issues. Yesterday, I cut my index finger with a label remover (basically a razor blade). Once I stopped the bleeding, I kept it clean and covered for a bit. Before bed, I decided to put a dab of this on my cut, when I woke up this morning, it's like a miracle! It barely hurts and looks quite healed!

I have type I Rosacea, Melasma, and dry sensitive skin in my 50’s. I get eczema flares on neck chest and arms at times. This balm is great after Tret at night - I can now tolerate 0.1% Tret 7 days a week without redness irritation or peeling. I spot apply it when I have an eczema patch and it calms down within a few hours. I think I have bought 6 tubes. One in my work bag, in my car, for my young adult daughter with angular chelatis. It’s amazing.

Very soothing and calming for skin. Tube lasted a long time. I have sensitive skin and often have reactions but did great with this.

The “moisturizer” is the texture of thin paste. It’s does not spread easily, pills, and doesn’t moisturize. It makes the skin look dull, matte, and dry.

Smells like Elmers glue, and I did not like the feel of it on my skin after application - because of that I could not continue to use it. Really hoping I can find Ectoin in a more elegant formulation. This one was super thick, like ointment and Elmer's glue wisked up... Unfortunately it missed the mark, but I truly love my other prequel products: Oil cleanser, Glenser, Hypochlorous spray and the AM/PM modern moisturizer.

I typically detest American companies as many of the products contain both harmful and helpful ingredients at the same time. So far, Prequel has EXCEEDED my expectations. PROS: It works for my skin. EWG gives good scores to Prequel also. Skin looks great afterwards. No scent. Lasts for hours with a healthy skin tone. You don't have to use a lot to cover an area (see below). CONS: Slightly greasy when applied so it not a lightweight cream. Small tube (see below). Pricey. You don't have to use a lot. I find that due to its slightly greasy nature, you can use much less to cover a greater area. Afterwards the greasiness disappears, leaving plump, healthy feeling skin texture. As with any skincare product, your skin may react differently. I have tried major Western brands which worsened my skin (Cereva for instance) before switching to Korean & Japanese products (far superior). Prequel is now the only Western brand I will use on a regular basis, to include their bar of soap (superior to my regular Korean brand).