Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream with TFC8

At 52 with post-menopausal dry skin, I’ve learned that not all moisturizers are created equal. Many creams feel nice at first but don’t actually improve how the skin looks and feels over time. Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream is one of the few luxury moisturizers I’ve used that genuinely delivers the kind of deep nourishment and skin support that mature skin needs. The texture is rich but very balanced. It has a creamy thickness that feels nourishing without being heavy or greasy, which is exactly what my dry, mature skin needs. It spreads easily and leaves the skin feeling noticeably softer and more comfortable. I also appreciate that it doesn’t cause any irritation or sensitivity, which can happen easily with my skin. While this is definitely a luxury product and not inexpensive, the performance and skin comfort make it feel like a worthwhile investment if you’re looking for a high-end moisturizer that truly supports the skin barrier. The texture is rich but beautifully balanced. It feels substantial enough to provide real comfort to dry skin, yet it absorbs surprisingly well and doesn’t sit heavily on the surface. When applied, it spreads smoothly and leaves the skin feeling deeply hydrated, soft, and noticeably more supple. My skin tends to lose moisture easily, especially in cooler or drier conditions, and this cream does an excellent job maintaining hydration throughout the day and overnight. What really stands out is how it improves the overall appearance of the skin. With consistent use, my complexion looks more even, calm, and healthy. Fine lines appear softer simply because the skin feels better hydrated and supported. The finish isn’t greasy or overly dewy — it’s more of a natural, healthy radiance that mature skin benefits from. Another aspect I appreciate is how well it integrates into a routine. It layers beautifully over serums and treatments without pilling, and a relatively small amount covers the face and neck easily. Despite the rich texture, it doesn’t feel occlusive or suffocating on the skin. Luxury skincare often comes with high expectations, and in this case the formulation truly feels thoughtfully developed. It focuses on supporting the skin barrier, maintaining hydration, and helping the skin look stronger and more resilient over time rather than delivering short-term cosmetic effects. For mature, post-menopausal skin that needs extra nourishment and barrier support, this is a cream that genuinely feels worth the investment. It leaves the skin looking healthier, smoother, and more comfortably hydrated, which is exactly what I want from a high-end moisturizer.

I have used this brand/product for several years. It's expensive, but it serves as both a primer and moisturizer -- I put a dot on the back of my hand, and another dot of my (also expensive) foundation to then pick up both and apply together. I saw Martha Stewart do this, which is a great trick and makes the both products go further. I purchased the smaller size so it's travel worthy -- but because you don't need a lot of product, it goes a long way.

After less than two weeks of using this nightly, my skin is bouncier and firmer noticeably. I am definitely going to use this nightly and I plan to buy the serum as well. I first heard about this cream from the AI intelligent Grok. This far surpasses the previous cream I had been using four years. I saw a difference after one week and after two weeks, I began getting compliments.

I love this moisturizer. Sinks in and feels great on my dry skin. But since I don't notice that it does anything else to improve my skin besides moisturizing I feel its a bit expensive

My order arrived about 2/10/26. I used it very sparingly as it is expensive. Maybe about a 1/2” pump length (usually less) morning and evening. It ran out last night (3/12/26)? Return window was yesterday? Either something is wrong with the pump or this product is not worth it? I was on the fence with significant results but wanted to give it at least 90 days? I think the 30 day window for returns is a red flag. Didn’t even realize the window was so short. I rarely return Amazon purchases, but this warranted it? Beware!! Notice that you might get a Tablespoon of product?? I wished I had read all the reviews. I’m not the only unhappy customer!!