Minéral 89 Probiotic Fractions Recovery & Defense Concentrate

Minéral 89 Probiotic Fractions Recovery & Defense Concentrate by Vichy is formulated for all, sensitive, dry, normal skin. Vichy's barrier-recovery extension of the Minéral 89 line — 4% niacinamide + Vitreoscilla ferment (the brand's 'probiotic fractions' lysate) + sodium hyaluronate, packaged as a recovery serum for skin that's been pushed too hard by actives, environmental stress, or a derm procedure. Sister product to the original Minéral 89 booster but does heavier lifting on barrier resilience and tone evenness. The clinical claim of 69% faster recovery rate is brand-supplied but the niacinamide concentration alone earns the positioning.

The key active ingredients in Minéral 89 Probiotic Fractions Recovery & Defense Concentrate are Glycerin, Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide. It's known for: 4% niacinamide is a meaningful concentration — undercuts most niacinamide-only serums priced higher and Vitreoscilla ferment is genuinely interesting beyond the marketing — published soothing data.

Yes, Minéral 89 Probiotic Fractions Recovery & Defense Concentrate targets dryness, redness, sensitivity, dullness. 4% niacinamide is a meaningful concentration — undercuts most niacinamide-only serums priced higher

Minéral 89 Probiotic Fractions Recovery & Defense Concentrate retails for around $50, which places it in the mid range for serums. Check the "Where to Buy" section above for current retailer prices.

The main drawbacks to be aware of: Boots/Sephora pricing ($50) sits above drugstore niacinamide alternatives at 1/4 the cost; Probiotic fractions terminology is loose — 'lysate' is more accurate than 'probiotic'; Pump dispenser meters precisely but tends to over-deliver on first use.