This gel-cream moisturizer aims to provide hydration and improve skin texture, making it a good option for those seeking a smoother complexion and better makeup wear. Its blend of lipids and humectants supports the skin barrier.
Sephora price
$48.00
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Sephora reviews
4.9 / 5
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Glass take
4.9 / 5 overall fit
A hydrating gel-cream that smooths skin and preps it for makeup, with a focus on barrier support and anti-aging ingredients.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
A gel-cream moisturizer with skin-identical lipids that melts in to hydrate, smooth, and prep skin for seamless, pill-free makeup.
Press gently into skin.
Wear alone or under foundation for a smooth, no-pill finish.
For extra moisture and glow, apply a second layer.
What Glass adds
A solid choice for daily hydration and makeup prep, especially for normal to dry skin types. The inclusion of ceramides and niacinamide adds to its barrier-supporting and pore-refining benefits.
Makeup compatibility
Many users praise how well this moisturizer works under foundation, noting that it prevents pilling and creates a smooth finish.
Hydration and texture
The gel-cream texture is frequently mentioned as a positive, providing ample hydration without feeling greasy.
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Routine fit
Apply after serums and before sunscreen in the morning, or as the last step in your evening routine. It can be layered for additional moisture.
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
Suitable for both AM and PM routines. In the morning, it acts as a hydrating base for makeup. At night, it provides overnight moisture.
Glass rating
A hydrating gel-cream that smooths skin and preps it for makeup, with a focus on barrier support and anti-aging ingredients.
Texture
4.8 / 5
The gel-cream texture is lightweight and absorbs quickly, making it suitable for various skin types.
Hydration
4.9 / 5
Effectively hydrates without feeling heavy, leaving skin plump and comfortable.
Makeup Prep
4.7 / 5
Creates a smooth canvas for makeup application, preventing pilling.
Full ingredient breakdown
Solvent
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0.0 / 10
The base of the formulation, providing hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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Humectant
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0.0 / 10
Draws moisture into the skin, keeping it hydrated and supple.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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Humectant/Solvent
Badness
0.0 / 10
Enhances skin hydration and improves the texture of the product.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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Humectant/Solvent
Badness
1.0 / 10
Helps to retain moisture and can improve product feel.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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Can be a mild irritant for some.
Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
Softens and smooths the skin, improving its texture.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Smoothing
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Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
A skin-conditioning agent that helps to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Smoothing
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Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
Derived from coconut oil and glycerin, it replenishes skin and helps to reduce moisture loss.
Usually helps with
Moisture Retention, Smoothing
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Active
Badness
2.0 / 10
A form of Vitamin B3 that helps to improve skin barrier function, reduce inflammation, minimize pores, and even skin tone.
Usually helps with
Pore appearance, Uneven tone, Barrier support
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Can cause temporary flushing or redness in some individuals.
Emollient/Occlusive
Badness
1.0 / 10
A silicone that forms a protective barrier on the skin, preventing moisture loss and providing a smooth feel.
Usually helps with
Smoothing, Barrier function
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Can feel heavy on oily skin; some prefer to avoid silicones.
Emulsifier/Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
Helps to blend oil and water ingredients, and provides emollient properties.
Usually helps with
Texture, Smoothing
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Humectant/Preservative Booster
Badness
0.0 / 10
A versatile ingredient that hydrates the skin and helps preserve the product.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Preservation
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Emollient/Occlusive
Badness
1.0 / 10
Helps to soften and smooth the skin, and can create a protective barrier.
Usually helps with
Smoothing, Moisture retention
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Can feel occlusive on very oily skin.
Emollient
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0.0 / 10
A rich emollient known for its moisturizing and skin-conditioning properties.
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Dryness, Smoothing
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Humectant
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0.0 / 10
A form of hyaluronic acid that provides surface hydration and helps to plump the skin.
Usually helps with
Surface hydration, Plumping
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Humectant
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0.0 / 10
Smaller molecules of hyaluronic acid that can penetrate deeper into the skin for hydration.
Usually helps with
Deep hydration, Plumping
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Humectant
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0.0 / 10
A powerful humectant that attracts and holds water, plumping and hydrating the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Plumping
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Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A salt form of hyaluronic acid that hydrates and helps to retain moisture.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Moisture retention
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Active
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0.0 / 10
A lipid that is naturally found in the skin barrier, helping to restore and maintain its integrity.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, Moisture retention
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Active
Badness
0.0 / 10
Another type of ceramide crucial for maintaining a healthy skin barrier and preventing water loss.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, Moisture retention
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Active
Badness
0.0 / 10
A ceramide that works with cholesterol and fatty acids to form the skin's protective barrier.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, Moisture retention
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Antioxidant/Skin Conditioning
Badness
0.0 / 10
A type of red algae known for its antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection, Skin conditioning
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Antioxidant/Skin Conditioning
Badness
0.0 / 10
Extract from dragon fruit, rich in antioxidants and vitamins that can benefit the skin.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection, Brightening
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Antioxidant/Skin Conditioning
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0.0 / 10
Contains vitamins and antioxidants that can help nourish and protect the skin.
Usually helps with
Nourishing, Antioxidant protection
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Emollient/Skin Conditioning
Badness
0.0 / 10
Rich in fatty acids and vitamins, it moisturizes and nourishes the skin.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, Nourishing
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Antioxidant/Skin Conditioning
Badness
0.0 / 10
A source of Vitamin C and antioxidants, known for its brightening and protective properties.
Usually helps with
Brightening, Antioxidant protection
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Antioxidant/Skin Conditioning
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0.0 / 10
Plum extract, rich in antioxidants that help protect the skin.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
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Antioxidant/Skin Conditioning
Badness
0.0 / 10
Extract from soursop, containing antioxidants that can help protect the skin.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
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Antioxidant
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0.0 / 10
Rich in antioxidants, it helps to protect the skin from environmental damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
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Humectant/Exfoliant
Badness
1.0 / 10
Contains natural AHAs that can help to gently exfoliate and hydrate the skin.
Usually helps with
Exfoliation, Hydration
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Can be mildly acidic; potential for irritation if skin is sensitive.
Antioxidant/Fragrance
Badness
2.0 / 10
A compound found in raspberries, used for its antioxidant properties and scent.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
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Can be a skin irritant for some; contributes to fragrance.
Film Former/Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A polysaccharide that can form a film on the skin, providing a tightening effect and hydration.
Usually helps with
Firming, Hydration
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Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A simple sugar that helps to attract and retain moisture.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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Emollient/Skin Conditioning
Badness
0.0 / 10
A lipid that is a natural component of the skin barrier, helping to reinforce it and prevent water loss.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, Moisture retention
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Antioxidant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A stable form of Vitamin E, it acts as an antioxidant to protect the skin from free radical damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
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Can be comedogenic for some acne-prone individuals.
Preservative Booster/Skin Conditioning
Badness
1.0 / 10
Enhances the effectiveness of preservatives and has skin-conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
Preservation, Skin conditioning
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Can be a mild skin irritant for some.
Emulsifier
Badness
1.0 / 10
Helps to stabilize oil and water phases in the formulation.
Usually helps with
Texture
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Can be a mild irritant for some.
Emulsifier/Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
Helps to emulsify ingredients and provides emollient properties.
Usually helps with
Texture, Smoothing
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Emulsifier
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0.0 / 10
A gentle emulsifier derived from plant sugars and fatty alcohols.
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Texture
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Thickener/Film Former
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0.0 / 10
Used to thicken the product and can form a light film on the skin.
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Texture
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Thickener/Emulsifier
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0.0 / 10
A synthetic polymer used to thicken formulations and stabilize emulsions.
Usually helps with
Texture
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Emulsifier
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0.0 / 10
A gentle emulsifier derived from lactic acid and lauric acid.
Usually helps with
Texture
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Emulsifier
Badness
2.0 / 10
A common emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water ingredients.
Usually helps with
Texture
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Can be derived from ethoxylated ingredients, which raises concerns for some users.
Thickener
Badness
1.0 / 10
A gelling agent used to thicken the product and improve its texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
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Can be irritating in high concentrations.
Silicone Elastomer
Badness
1.0 / 10
Provides a smooth, velvety feel and can help to blur the appearance of pores and fine lines.
Usually helps with
Smoothing, Pore blurring
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Silicone-based, may not be preferred by all.
pH Adjuster
Badness
0.0 / 10
Used to adjust the pH of the formulation.
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Emulsifier/Thickener
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0.0 / 10
A polymer that helps to stabilize emulsions and thicken the product.
Usually helps with
Texture
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Thickener
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0.0 / 10
A natural gum used to thicken formulations and improve texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
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Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A silicone that provides a smooth feel and can help condition the skin.
Usually helps with
Smoothing, Conditioning
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Silicone-based.
Emollient/Solvent
Badness
1.0 / 10
An emollient that provides a light, non-greasy feel and helps to spread the product.
Usually helps with
Smoothing, Lightweight feel
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Can be occlusive for some skin types.
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
Helps to attract and retain moisture in the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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Preservative
Badness
2.0 / 10
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetic products.
Usually helps with
Preservation
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Can be a skin irritant for some individuals.
Emulsifier
Badness
2.0 / 10
An emulsifier that helps to mix oil and water ingredients.
Usually helps with
Texture
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Can be a skin irritant for some; often derived from ethoxylated ingredients.
Preservative/Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
Acts as a preservative and also helps to hydrate the skin.
Usually helps with
Preservation, Hydration
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Can be a skin irritant for some.
Skin Conditioning
Badness
0.0 / 10
A lipid that is naturally found in the skin, helping to support the skin barrier and reduce inflammation.
Usually helps with
Barrier support, Anti-inflammatory
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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
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Personal sensitivity, especially if your skin is reactive or the ingredient overlaps with other products in your routine
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FAQ
While it's formulated for normal, dry, and combination skin, its lightweight gel-cream texture might work for some with oily skin, especially if they prioritize hydration and makeup prep. However, those with very oily skin might prefer a lighter, oil-free formula.
Yes, this product contains fragrance, which may be a concern for individuals with sensitive skin.
The moisturizer is designed to create a smooth, hydrated base that helps foundation apply evenly and prevents pilling, leading to a seamless, no-pill finish.
