Yes, really.
If your skin feels hydrated for an hour… then tight, flaky, or thirsty again, your moisturiser may be part of the problem.
The reason?
Synthetic hyaluronic acid.
The Problem With “Instant Hydration”
Hyaluronic acid is a humectant.
It pulls water to hydrate the skin.
But in dry climates, air-conditioned spaces, or compromised skin barriers, there’s often not enough moisture in the air.
So where does it pull water from instead?
Your skin.
Moisture rises from deeper layers to the surface, evaporates, and leaves skin feeling even drier over time.
That “plump” feeling?
Sometimes, it’s temporary hydration followed by deeper dehydration.
Why We Prefer Tamarind
At Truth Be Told, we look at how skin feels after the product is gone.
Tamarind seed extract helps bind moisture gently while supporting the skin barrier — without aggressively pulling water from the skin.
The result:
hydration that feels calmer, softer, and more balanced.
Not coated.
Not artificially plump.
Just comfortable skin.
Hydration Shouldn’t Leave Skin Dependent
Real hydration doesn’t create a cycle where your skin constantly asks for more.
It should help skin stay resilient.
That’s why we believe in plant-based, minimally processed ingredients that work with the skin, not against it.
Because skincare should leave skin healthier over time.
Not thirstier.
