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Collagene Expert Hydra Essence
Collagene Expert Hydra Essence
Collagene Expert Hydra Essence
Collagene Expert Hydra Essence
Collagene Expert Hydra Essence
Collagene Expert Hydra Essence
Collagene Expert Hydra Essence
Collagene Expert Hydra Essence
Collagene Expert Hydra Essence
Collagene Expert Hydra Essence
Collagene Expert Hydra Essence
Collagene Expert Hydra Essence
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Collagene Expert™ Hydra Essence

The step your routine is missingThe layer that makes everything work harderIndulge your skin in deep, lasting hydration with this intensively plumping essence. Designed to deliver both instant and long-lasting ...

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£47.00
Size: 120ml
Clinically proven

Clinically proven

Dermatologist tested

Dermatologist tested

Suitable for sensitive skin

Suitable for sensitive skin

Vegan

Vegan

Cruelty free

Cruelty free

How to use

Use morning and evening after cleansing, before serum and moisturiser. Gently shake the bottle 2 -3 times to dispense the essence into palms. Gently pat into the skin.

Key ingredients
Bio-mimetic Ceramide Complex

Made up of ceramides, fatty acids and phytosphingosine to mimic the skin's lipid barrier leaving skin feeling replenished, nourished and smooth.

Tripeptide-5

skin firming & collagen boosting peptide

Vitamin C

powerful antioxidant to brighten the skin

Vitamin E

A powerful antioxidant that protects the skin from external pollutants and free radical damage.

Niacinamide

also known as Vitamin B3, it aids to brighten the complexion and smooth fine lines and wrinkles 

Hyaluronic Acid

Deeply hydrating to leave skin smooth and soft

Natural Moisturising Factor

leaves skin intensely hydrated

Recyclability

*The bottle is fully recyclable however, always check your local recycling facility guidelines first.
All of GATINEAU’s cartons are FSC certified.

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Product Details

The step your routine is missing
The layer that makes everything work harder
Indulge your skin in deep, lasting hydration with this intensively plumping essence. Designed to deliver both instant and long-lasting moisture, it leaves the complexion smooth, supple and beautifully radiant, with a youthful-looking glow. Clinically proven to provide up to 24 hours of hydration, this effortless step elevates your skincare routine with visible results.
Often overlooked, an essence is the key to unlocking the full potential of your skincare routine, enhancing the absorption and performance of the products that follow. Lightweight and fast-absorbing, it integrates seamlessly into any routine, making it ideal for those experiencing dryness, dullness, mid-day makeup patchiness or for anyone seeking to amplify the benefits of their skincare. Once introduced, it will be a step you don’t want to miss.
This advanced, high-performance formula is enriched with Ceramides, Hyaluronic Acid and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, alongside Vitamins C, E and B3 (Niacinamide). Together, these actives work to deeply hydrate, plump and replenish the skin, helping to smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while reinforcing the skin’s natural moisture barrier. The complexion appears more even, with improved elasticity and a refined texture.
Dermatologically tested, this lightweight formula delivers comfort and hydration with every application.
Your skin will thank you

Clinically shown to provide up to 24 hours of hydration
*In an independent clinical trial. Results based on 20 subjects after 24 hours.

Clinical results

Clinically shown to provide up to 24 hours of hydration.

*In an independent clinical trial. Based on 29 subjects, aged 30 to 65



Consumer results

95%

said this product left their skin feeling smooth

95%

said this left their skin looking healthy

93%

said this product improved skin texture

*In an independent user trial. Results based on 120 subjects after 28 days.

Key ingredients

Your questions, answered

Full Ingredients List

AQUA/WATER/EAU, NIACINAMIDE, GLYCERIN, PHENOXYETHANOL, CAPRYLYL/CAPRYL GLUCOSIDE, DIMETHICONE, HYDROXYACETOPHENONE, INULIN, POLYACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER-6, HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER, DISODIUM EDTA, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, ROSA CANINA FRUIT OIL, LACTIC ACID, SERINE, SODIUM LACTATE, SORBITOL, TOCOPHEROL, UREA, PALMITOYL TRIPEPTIDE-5, FRAGRANCE (PARFUM), SODIUM ASCORBYL PHOSPHATE, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, GLYCINE SOJA (SOYBEAN) OIL UNSAPONIFIABLES, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL UNSAPONIFIABLES, POLYSORBATE 60, SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE, SODIUM CHLORIDE, SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE, T-BUTYL ALCOHOL, COLLAGEN AMINO ACIDS, CITRONELLOL, LEUCONOSTOC/RADISH ROOT FERMENT FILTRATE, ALLANTOIN, CERAMIDE NP, CERAMIDE AP, PHYTOSPHINGOSINE, RHIZOBIAN GUM, SODIUM HYALURONATE, CHOLESTEROL, XANTHAN GUM, CARBOMER, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, CHLORPHENESIN, CERAMIDE EOP.

Delivery & Returns

Delivery Information

We only deliver orders within the UK, Ireland and applicable EU Countries.

Next Day Delivery - £6.99 – Order by 12 noon to receive your order the next day. Orders placed after 12 noon on Friday or over the weekend will be shipped on Monday (excludes bank holidays). Due to geographical location, some destinations will take 2 days.
Standard Delivery - £3.95 (Under £40 spend) 3-5 working days
Standard Delivery – Free (Minimum spend £40) 3-5 working days
Nominated Saturday Delivery - £12.99 - Order before Friday at noon.

GATINEAU now ships to certain countries in Europe. Please review the table below to check shipping costs for applicable countries. Please note that the maximum weight of package we are able to ship is 2kg and under £126 (EURO 150) in value.

Country

Service - Max 2kg & Orders under £126

Delivery Aim

Price

France

Standard International Tracked & Signed

2-11 business days

£12.50

Germany

Standard International Tracked & Signed

2-11 business days

£12.50

Ireland

Standard International Tracked & Signed

2-11 business days

£12.50

Sweden

Standard International Tracked & Signed

2-11 business days

£12.50

Finland

Standard International Tracked & Signed

2-11 business days

£12.50

Denmark

Standard International Tracked & Signed

2-11 business days

£12.50

How To Return My Items?

We do not currently offer free returns to overseas customers. You will therefore need to cover all costs of returning any items to us yourself. We advise that you mark your package ‘returned goods’ to avoid further duties. Remember: We strongly recommend that you return any items via a registered trackable service and obtain and retain proof of posting as we do not accept responsibility for items that fail to arrive with us.

For more information please see our Return Policy

Overall rating: 4.871866 / 5 from 359 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

Collagene Expert™ Hydra Essence is praised for its advanced hydration, providing up to 24 hours of moisture. Customers highlight its ability to plump and balance the skin, smooth fine lines, and revive a youthful complexion. The product is also noted for its pleasant smell, great texture, and noticeable results.

Summary topics

  • Hydration (5%): Customers raved about the product, describing it as super hydrating and leaving the skin feeling super smooth.
  • Smell (9%): Customers appreciated the lovely smell of the product, with many describing it as divine.
  • Noticeable Difference (6%): Customers appreciated the noticeable difference in their skin after using the GATINEAU essence for a couple of weeks.
  • Texture (4%): It was noted by customers that the texture of the product is great and leaves the skin refreshed.

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Review highlights

  • "Beautifully hydrating product, makes your skin feel amazing" — Jacqueline K.
  • "Ive been using it for a month now and My skin feels so soft and looks great." — Aileen T.
  • "smells lovely, makes my skin feel great." — Jenny N.

Reviews

Kelly Inge

"I chanced upon this in a QVC deal and now I wouldn’t be without it! Fabulous hydration for my dry sensitive and 50 something year old skin…..it really is a game changer I can’t now live without! Not sticky or slimy as some are and it sinks it beautifully..,,,,,I would highly recommend!"

— Kelly I. (5/5)

Hydrating and glowing skin care

"I have this essence in my day and night routine the smell is luxurious, it is super quality, if you want to give your winter skin a beautiful treat, use this day and night essence."

— Rafferty W. (5/5)

Happy customer

"Brought to try and few different trail sizes that where in the set and now I have found 2 more products I need to buy the full size of and buying another set for a xmas gift."

— Jo O. (5/5)

Refreshing

"Absolutely drinks in to my skin all the while a few drops is all that’s needed leaving my skin feeling refreshed and ready for the day 5🌟 doesn’t seem enough however I’m truly hooked on this must have item💯"

— Paul N. (5/5)

Collagen Expert Essence

"This is amazing its smooth non greasy and a special treat to your skin. My skin feels hydrated and leaves a healthy glow. Will be purchasing more"

— Jill M. (5/5)

Lovely serum

"I haven’t been using it long, it’s the first time I have tried it! It is a lovely product, I do find that the 2 to 3 drops aren’t quite enough, I add an extra 1 or 2 more. So far so good, a lovely addition to my skincare routine."

— Mrs C. (5/5)

Collagen expert hydra essence

"I absolutely love this my skin drinks it in . I use more than the 2/3 drops though but it is making my skin glow and I am getting unbelievable compliments from a few people I know and have just met . 2 people now have said I look 20 years younger than I am."

— Ann H. (5/5)

❤️❤️❤️❤️

"Another winner from gatineau 😍 any of the creams you can't go wrong. Beautiful scent, texture and a pleasure to use 5*"

— Margaret B. (5/5)

Essence is an essential

"Love this product, cannot live without it. It just makes my skin look glowing and healthy. Have recommended it to my family and would rave about it to anyone who would listen. Lasts ages as well so great value for money. Feels amazing on my skin."

— Rhienna (5/5)

Hydra essence

"Love, love this product . This is my second bottle, it feels so good on my skin, smells amazing and absorbs really well. I’m hoping to buy the eye cream next."

— Rachel L. (5/5)

Q&A

Arr your products cruelty free?
Yes! All of our products are cruelty free
Is this used instead of toner?
Hi Norma, no. You can use this as an extra step in your skincare routine before your serum.

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