We do not use cushioning and short-lived effect-enhancing substances that have no actual effect long-term and give a temporary boost, such as mineral oils, silicones and others. It is true that the active ingredients we use, such as hyaluronic acid and others, can minimize wrinkles caused by dryness in a short-term. The long-term effect is usually visible within four weeks after the first application, when the cell turnover, an endogenous process for renewing the skin kicks-in, which takes about 28 days.