This is a classic moisturizer that many people reach for when their skin feels dry or compromised. It's known for its ability to provide consistent hydration and support the skin's natural barrier function without any fuss.
Sephora price
$17.00 - $49.00
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Sephora reviews
4.0 / 5
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Glass take
4.0 / 5 overall fit
A reliable, no-frills moisturizer that effectively hydrates and supports the skin barrier, especially for dry and combination skin types.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
A dermatologist-developed #1 face moisturizer, silky, fast-absorbing moisturizer with pure urea and pure glycerin rapidly strengthens the skin barrier
Spread moisturizer all over face/throat twice daily, or where needed.
For best results, use after Facial Soap and Clarifying Lotion.
What Glass adds
A dependable moisturizer that excels at basic hydration and barrier support. It’s a good option for those who need a straightforward product to replenish moisture, particularly if their skin is dry or has been stressed.
Long-term use
Many users report using this moisturizer for years, appreciating its consistent performance and gentle formulation.
Barrier repair
Users with dry or sensitive skin often find this product helps to calm and repair their skin barrier, reducing redness and flakiness.
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Skip if
Routine fit
Apply this moisturizer after cleansing and any treatment serums. It works well as the final step in both morning and evening routines to lock in hydration.
Why it works
The useful question is not whether this product is good in a vacuum. It is whether it makes your routine easier to run or just adds one more bottle with a familiar ingredient on it.
What it actually does well
Where it starts to feel redundant
Routine fit
Morning and Night
This moisturizer is suitable for both AM and PM use. Its emollient properties provide lasting hydration throughout the day and night.
Glass rating
A reliable, no-frills moisturizer that effectively hydrates and supports the skin barrier, especially for dry and combination skin types.
Barrier Support
4.5 / 5
The combination of glycerin, urea, and hyaluronic acid makes this a solid choice for reinforcing the skin's natural defenses.
Hydration
4.2 / 5
Provides lasting moisture without feeling heavy, making it suitable for daily use.
Full ingredient breakdown
Solvent
Badness
0.0 / 10
The base for most skincare formulations, acting as a solvent for other ingredients.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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None
Emollient
Badness
3.0 / 10
Forms a protective barrier on the skin to prevent moisture loss. While effective, some users prefer to avoid mineral oil.
Usually helps with
Dryness, barrier support
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Potential for pore-clogging in acne-prone individuals
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
Attracts water to the skin, providing essential hydration and helping to maintain the skin's moisture balance.
Usually helps with
Hydration, barrier support
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None
Emollient
Badness
2.0 / 10
Forms an occlusive barrier on the skin, significantly reducing transepidermal water loss and protecting the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness, barrier repair
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Can feel heavy; some prefer to avoid
Emulsifier
Badness
0.0 / 10
A fatty acid that helps to stabilize emulsions and provides emollient properties.
Usually helps with
Emollience
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None
Emulsifier
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0.0 / 10
An emulsifier and emollient that helps to create a smooth texture and condition the skin.
Usually helps with
Emollience
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None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A plant-based oil that provides emollient properties and contains fatty acids beneficial for the skin.
Usually helps with
Emollience
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Potential allergen for some
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A natural moisturizing factor that hydrates the skin and has mild exfoliating properties, improving skin texture.
Usually helps with
Hydration, exfoliation
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Can cause stinging at higher concentrations or on broken skin
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
Derived from lanolin, it acts as an emollient and emulsifier, helping to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Emollience
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Potential allergen for those sensitive to wool products
pH Adjuster
Badness
2.0 / 10
Used to adjust the pH of the product. Can be irritating in high concentrations.
Usually helps with
Formulation stability
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Potential for irritation
Soothing Agent
Badness
0.0 / 10
Contains antioxidants and has soothing properties that can help calm the skin.
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Soothing
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None
Soothing Agent
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0.0 / 10
Known for its cooling and soothing properties, it can help reduce redness and irritation.
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Soothing, calming
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None
Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
Rich in linoleic acid, it helps to moisturize and support the skin barrier.
Usually helps with
Emollience, barrier support
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None
Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
A lightweight emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin without feeling greasy.
Usually helps with
Emollience
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None
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A salt form of hyaluronic acid that effectively attracts and retains moisture, plumping the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration, plumping
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None
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A humectant that helps to draw moisture into the skin and improves product texture.
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Hydration
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None
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A humectant that provides hydration and can also act as a preservative booster.
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Hydration
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None
Chelating Agent
Badness
1.0 / 10
Helps to improve the stability and efficacy of the product by binding to metal ions.
Usually helps with
Product stability
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None
Preservative
Badness
2.0 / 10
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetic products.
Usually helps with
Product preservation
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Can be irritating for some individuals
Colorant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A synthetic colorant used to give the product its yellow hue.
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Product appearance
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Potential for irritation or allergic reaction in sensitive individuals
Colorant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A synthetic colorant used to give the product its yellow hue.
Usually helps with
Product appearance
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Potential for irritation or allergic reaction in sensitive individuals
Colorant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A synthetic colorant used to give the product its red hue.
Usually helps with
Product appearance
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Potential for irritation or allergic reaction in sensitive individuals
Formula support
Badness
2.0 / 10
Included in the source ingredient list. Glass treats this as part of the supporting formula unless it overlaps with a known active, preservative, or fragrance flag.
Usually helps with
Formula completeness and routine context
Watch for
Personal sensitivity, especially if your skin is reactive or the ingredient overlaps with other products in your routine
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FAQ
Yes, this moisturizer is specifically formulated for dry and very dry skin types, providing deep hydration and barrier support.
This product is fragrance-free and dermatologist-developed, making it generally suitable for sensitive skin. However, always patch test if you have concerns.
The Lotion+ is richer and more emollient, ideal for dry skin. The Gel is lighter and oil-free, better suited for oily or combination skin.
