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Element Eight O₂ Squalane Moisturizing Face Cream with Allantoin + Bisabolol for Redness, Barrier Protection & Repair

This cream offers a luxurious feel with a clear focus on calming sensitive or irritated skin. Its patented liquid oxygen technology is highlighted for enhancing ingredient efficacy and supporting skin health, making it a premium choice for those prioritizing barrier repair and redness reduction.

Sephora price

$95.00 - $250.00

Price matters most when you are trying to learn whether this lane belongs in your routine without turning the test into a luxury gamble.

Sephora reviews

4.8 / 5

About 51 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

Shoppers keep mentioning

Clean at SephoraFragrance FreeGood for: RednessGood for: Skin BarrierDrynessRednessand Acne and Blemishes

These are the shopper themes that keep showing up around this listing and shape why people open it in the first place.

Glass take

4.8 / 5 overall fit

A rich, fragrance-free moisturizer that excels at calming redness and supporting a compromised skin barrier, thanks to its thoughtful blend of soothing and hydrating ingredients.

Element Eight O₂ Squalane Moisturizing Face Cream with Allantoin + Bisabolol for Redness, Barrier Protection & Repair

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

A moisturizing face cream with liquid oxygen, squalane, allantoin, and bisabolol to calm redness and protect and repair soothe the barrier.

NormalDryCombinationand OilyDrynessRednessand Acne and Blemishes

Use this as your moisturizer step within your routine. Ideal Routine: Cleanser, Essence, Serum, Moisturizer, Eye Cream, SPF.

One pump is sufficient for face and neck. 1 pump = 0.5ml. 50ml contains 100 pumps (two to three month supply based on daily usage). 15ml contains 30 pumps (2 weeks to 1 month supply based on daily usage).

This formulation intentionally contains performance ingredients to deliver optimal results.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

A well-formulated moisturizer that delivers on its promises for redness and barrier support. The inclusion of squalane and oxygen technology positions it as a high-performance option for those seeking to calm and fortify their skin.

Soothing and Calming

Multiple reviews mention how effectively this cream calms down redness and irritation, leaving skin feeling comfortable and soothed.

Barrier Repair

Users report a noticeable improvement in their skin's barrier function, with less dryness and flakiness after consistent use.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

Dry and sensitive skin
Skin experiencing redness or irritation
Anyone looking to strengthen their skin barrier
Users interested in advanced skincare technologies

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

You prefer lightweight, gel-based moisturizers
Your primary concern is acne and you find rich creams can exacerbate breakouts
You are on a tight budget, as this is a premium-priced product

Routine fit

Where this fits in your routine

Apply this cream as the final step in your skincare routine, after serums and treatments, and before SPF in the morning. It's designed to seal in hydration and protect the skin barrier throughout the day or night.

Why it works

Where it earns the slot and where it does not

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

Excellent for redness and irritation
Supports and repairs the skin barrier
Fragrance-free and clean formula
Contains soothing ingredients like allantoin and bisabolol
Unique oxygen technology

Where it starts to feel redundant

High price point
Rich texture may not suit all skin types, especially very oily or acne-prone skin
The efficacy of the 'oxygen technology' is proprietary and not independently verified by Glass

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Morning and Night

This moisturizer is suitable for both morning and evening use. Its rich texture provides lasting hydration and protection, making it a good choice for overnight repair or as a protective layer during the day.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.8/ 5 overall

A rich, fragrance-free moisturizer that excels at calming redness and supporting a compromised skin barrier, thanks to its thoughtful blend of soothing and hydrating ingredients.

Barrier Support

4.8 / 5

The combination of squalane, shea butter, and ceramides (implied by barrier repair focus) creates an occlusive layer that locks in moisture and protects the skin.

Redness Relief

4.7 / 5

Allantoin and bisabolol are well-known for their anti-inflammatory properties, making this cream effective for soothing irritation and reducing visible redness.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Solvent

Aqua

Badness

0.0 / 10

The base of the formulation, providing hydration.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Emulsifier

Glyceryl Stearate Se

Badness

1.0 / 10

Helps to mix oil and water components, creating a stable emulsion.

Usually helps with

Texture

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Emollient

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

Badness

1.0 / 10

A rich moisturizer that softens and smooths the skin, providing essential fatty acids.

Usually helps with

Dryness, barrier support

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Can be comedogenic for some acne-prone skin types.

Emulsifier

Stearic Acid

Badness

1.0 / 10

A fatty acid that helps to thicken the product and stabilize the emulsion.

Usually helps with

Texture

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Humectant

Glycerin

Badness

0.0 / 10

Attracts water to the skin, providing hydration and helping to maintain the skin's moisture balance.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Emollient

Cetyl Alcohol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A fatty alcohol that softens and smooths the skin, also acting as an emulsifier.

Usually helps with

Softening, texture

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Emollient

C13-15 Alkane

Badness

0.0 / 10

A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that provides a smooth feel and helps with spreadability.

Usually helps with

Texture, spreadability

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Emollient

Octyldodecanol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A fatty alcohol that moisturizes and softens the skin, improving texture.

Usually helps with

Moisture, texture

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Humectant

Pentylene Glycol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A multi-functional ingredient that hydrates and acts as a preservative booster.

Usually helps with

Hydration, preservation

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Emollient

Squalane

Badness

0.0 / 10

Mimics the skin's natural sebum, providing excellent moisturization and improving skin barrier function without clogging pores.

Usually helps with

Hydration, barrier support, all skin types

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Emollient

Camellia Oleifera (Camellia) Seed Oil

Badness

1.0 / 10

Rich in antioxidants and fatty acids, it moisturizes and protects the skin.

Usually helps with

Moisture, antioxidant protection

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Active

Oxygen

Badness

2.0 / 10

The brand's proprietary ingredient, claimed to enhance skin cell health and ingredient efficacy. Its direct topical benefits are not widely established in independent research.

Usually helps with

Skin health claims

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Proprietary technology, benefits not independently verified.

Humectant

Sodium Hyaluronate

Badness

0.0 / 10

A salt form of hyaluronic acid that draws moisture into the skin, providing hydration and plumping.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Humectant

Panthenol

Badness

0.0 / 10

Also known as Vitamin B5, it attracts and holds moisture, soothes skin, and supports barrier function.

Usually helps with

Hydration, soothing, barrier support

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Soothing Agent

Allantoin

Badness

0.0 / 10

Known for its skin-soothing, anti-irritant, and moisturizing properties. It helps to promote healing and smooth the skin.

Usually helps with

Soothing, redness relief, barrier support

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Soothing Agent

Bisabolol

Badness

0.0 / 10

The primary component of chamomile, it has potent anti-inflammatory and skin-soothing properties, ideal for reducing redness and irritation.

Usually helps with

Redness relief, soothing, anti-inflammatory

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Soothing Agent

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder

Badness

0.0 / 10

Known for its hydrating, soothing, and anti-inflammatory properties, it helps to calm irritated skin.

Usually helps with

Soothing, hydration, redness relief

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Emollient

Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Seed Oil

Badness

1.0 / 10

Rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, it helps to nourish and condition the skin.

Usually helps with

Nourishment, conditioning

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Emollient

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil Unsaponifiables

Badness

1.0 / 10

Derived from sunflower oil, these compounds help to moisturize and protect the skin barrier.

Usually helps with

Moisture, barrier protection

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Antioxidant

Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract

Badness

2.0 / 10

Contains antioxidants that can help protect the skin from environmental damage. Can be a potential irritant for some.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

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Potential for skin sensitivity in some individuals.

Soothing Agent

Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-itch properties, it helps to calm irritated skin.

Usually helps with

Soothing, anti-inflammatory

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Skin Conditioning Agent

Sodium Carboxymethyl Beta-Glucan

Badness

1.0 / 10

A derivative of beta-glucan that can help to hydrate and soothe the skin.

Usually helps with

Hydration, soothing

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Solvent

Dipropylene Glycol

Badness

2.0 / 10

A solvent that can also act as a humectant. Can be an irritant for sensitive skin.

Usually helps with

Solvent

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Potential for irritation.

Antioxidant

Tocopheryl Acetate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A form of Vitamin E that provides antioxidant protection and helps to moisturize the skin.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection, moisture

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Thickener

Xanthan Gum

Badness

0.0 / 10

A natural polysaccharide used to thicken formulations and improve texture.

Usually helps with

Texture

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Chelating Agent

Tetrasodium Iminodisuccinate

Badness

1.0 / 10

Helps to stabilize the formulation by binding to metal ions.

Usually helps with

Formulation stability

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Antioxidant

Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A stable, oil-soluble form of Vitamin C that provides antioxidant benefits and can help brighten the skin.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection, brightening

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Preservative

Phenoxyethanol

Badness

2.0 / 10

A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetic products. Can be an irritant for some.

Usually helps with

Preservation

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Potential for irritation.

Fragrance

Pentadecalactone

Badness

2.0 / 10

A synthetic musk compound used for fragrance. While the product is listed as fragrance-free, some synthetic musks can be sensitizing.

Usually helps with

Fragrance

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Potential for sensitivity.

Antioxidant

Tocopherol

Badness

0.0 / 10

Vitamin E, a potent antioxidant that protects the skin from free radical damage.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

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pH Adjuster

Sodium Hydroxide

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of the formulation to ensure stability and efficacy.

Usually helps with

pH balance

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Is this moisturizer good for sensitive skin?

Yes, this moisturizer is formulated with soothing ingredients like allantoin and bisabolol and is fragrance-free, making it a good option for sensitive skin prone to redness.

Can I use this if I have oily skin?

While it targets dryness and redness, the rich texture might be too heavy for very oily skin types. However, those with combination skin experiencing dryness or redness might find it beneficial, especially for targeted areas.

What is the 'Liquid Oxygen' technology?

The brand's patented OATH™ technology infuses the skincare with liquid oxygen, which they claim supports skin cell health and improves the efficacy of other active ingredients.

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