When the weather hits—whether from extreme heat or biting cold—our skin suffers. That's when refuge cosmetics come into play, those products that don't seek to transform the skin, but rather to comfort it. Rich textures, nourishing formulas, and soothing active ingredients act like a blanket in the middle of winter or like cool shade on an August afternoon. Byoode is one of the brands that has best interpreted this concept, with products designed to protect, repair, and restore comfort to exposed and sensitized skin.
What are refuge cosmetics?
These are formulas that pamper the skin without harming it. They don't oversaturate or overstimulate. "When we talk about safe haven cosmetics, we're referring to masks and creams with rich textures that pamper, not through transformation, but through recovery. They protect, they care, they don't challenge the skin, but rather listen to it and create a protective veil," explains Raquel González, cosmetologist and creator of Byoode.
Far from formulas loaded with transformative active ingredients, these products focus on conditioning ingredients that provide soothing, relief, and long-lasting hydration. They're the gesture that restores balance when skin feels vulnerable.
When do you need one?
There are many situations that call for a protective cosmetic: after a day in the sun, after a long flight, when exposed to air conditioning or heating, when it's very windy, or simply when you notice your skin is more irritable than usual. In these moments, the use of formulas rich in lipids, antioxidants, and restorative agents makes all the difference.
The ingredients that act as a shelter
The key is to strengthen the skin barrier. If it's weakened, the skin loses water more easily and becomes reactive. Byoode's formulas incorporate ingredients such as squalane, ceramides, plant oils, and butters that restore the lipid layer, protect against external aggressors, and immediately soothe the skin.
The Byoode Shelter Cosmetics You Need
Mushroom & Shea Story
This hydrating facial cream has a rich, enveloping texture, ideal for restoring stressed skin. It contains adaptogens such as shiitake and oyster mushrooms, known for their ability to balance the skin's defenses. It provides immediate comfort thanks to its blend of squalane, shea butter, ceramides, panthenol, and triglycerides. Additionally, its plant-based formula includes lentil, okra, and theobroma cacao, which strengthen the skin against environmental stress. Perfect as a daily shield for exposed or fatigued skin.
Amaranth Facial Oil
If you're looking for a product that soothes, nourishes, and restores elasticity, this facial oil is your ally. It combines amaranth oil with other plant oils rich in omegas and vitamins, such as argan, soybean, and sea kale. Its silky texture melts into the skin without leaving a greasy residue, making it ideal for dry, dehydrated, or redness-prone skin. It has a soft vanilla scent and can be used alone or as a final step to seal in hydration.
Byoode focuses on conscious and sensorial formulas that respond to the skin's real needs. To complete your skincare routine, be sure to visit the Byoode website.