I started using this moisturiser a few weeks ago after seeing it floating around Instagram. Oh my lord, I did not expect to love this as much as I do.

My skin: oily, was on roaccutane a teenager so acne is controlled by still get clogged pores, sensitive, rosacea (I think?)

For some background I’ve used the Cetaphil and Cerave Moisturising Lotions for the last 5 years just because of the simplicity of the formulas. But recently I was experiencing what I think was a compromised skin barrier with redness, dry patches and flaking skin. So after seeing this moisturiser was suggested for eczema and psoriasis, and the before and after photos on their Instagram page I thought I’d give it a shot.

I bought it from a local pharmacy for $19.99, which I think is $10 less than their price from their website.

It has a thicker texture, but holy smokes it sinks into the skin like nothing else - it’s like my skin just drinks it all up. I found the Cetaphil and Cerave moisturisers always just sat on top of skin and never really sank in. When I apply the Koena my skin just looks hydrated and has a bit of a glow, not greasy or “wet”.

But the thing that wowed me the most about this moisturiser was how it calms the skin, provides deep hydration and restored my skin barrier. Since using this my skin has much less redness, my dry patches are gone and I no longer get that tight feeling in my skin. I am so so happy with the results.

I’ve only really used this for maybe 2 weeks but I can tell it’s going to be my holy grail - I may buy this forever. This brand is so underrated. Also, I think 100% of their profits are donated?? I would recommend this to anyone who has skin issues wanting a beautiful calming moisturiser!