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Hanyul Red Rice Hydrating Serum with Ceramide

This serum from Hanyul uses fermented red rice extract and ceramides to deliver hydration and support the skin barrier. It's designed for dry, textured, or less firm skin, offering a nourishing feel without heaviness.

Sephora price

$15.00 - $45.00

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

4.9 / 5

About 189 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

Shoppers keep mentioning

Good for: Skin BarrierNiacinamideGood for: DrynessGood for: Loss of firmnessCeramideGood for: Uneven Texture

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Glass take

4.8 / 5 overall fit

A deeply hydrating serum that supports the skin barrier, ideal for dry and textured skin.

Hanyul Red Rice Hydrating Serum with Ceramide

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

A daily lightweight serum infused with Korean fermented red rice extract and ceramide to help intensely nourish dry skin with plumping hydration.

NormalDryand CombinationDrynessUneven Textureand Loss of Firmness and Elasticity

After toner and before cream, gently massage a few pumps onto your face and neck.

Use morning and night.

Layer on as needed for added moisture.

Try pairing with Red Rice Hydrating Cream (sold separately) for an extra dose of hydration and barrier strengthening.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

A solid choice for anyone needing a hydration boost and barrier support. It fits well into most routines, especially those targeting dryness or texture.

Hydration and Texture Improvement

Many reviewers highlight how this serum significantly improves skin dryness and smooths out uneven texture, leaving skin feeling plump and soft.

Barrier Repair

The inclusion of ceramides and fermented rice extract is frequently mentioned as beneficial for reinforcing the skin's natural barrier, leading to healthier-looking skin.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

Dry skin
Combination skin
Skin with dryness
Uneven texture
Loss of firmness

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

You are sensitive to fragrance
Your skin is very oily and prone to breakouts

Routine Fit

How to Integrate This Hydrator

Apply after cleansing and toning, before heavier creams. It works well both morning and night. For an extra boost, layer it with the Hanyul Red Rice Hydrating Cream.

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

Intense hydration
Barrier strengthening ingredients
Lightweight feel
Pleasant texture

Where it starts to feel redundant

Contains fragrance
May not be suitable for very oily skin types

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Morning and Night

This serum is suitable for both AM and PM routines, providing consistent hydration and barrier support throughout the day and night.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.8/ 5 overall

A deeply hydrating serum that supports the skin barrier, ideal for dry and textured skin.

Hydration

4.9 / 5

Badness

2.0 / 10

Helps improve skin barrier function, reduce inflammation, and even out skin tone.

Usually helps with

Barrier support, redness, tone

Watch for

Can cause flushing or irritation in some individuals at higher concentrations.

Preservative/Humectant

1,2-Hexanediol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A multi-functional ingredient that preserves the formula and adds hydration.

Usually helps with

Preservation, hydration

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Emulsifier/Thickener

Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate

Badness

0.0 / 10

Helps to stabilize the emulsion and improve texture.

Usually helps with

Texture

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Active

Rice Ferment Filtrate (Sake)

Badness

1.0 / 10

Rich in amino acids and antioxidants, it hydrates and brightens the skin.

Usually helps with

Hydration, brightening

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Thickener

Carbomer

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to thicken the product and improve its texture.

Usually helps with

Texture

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Surfactant/Emulsifier

Ppg-13-Decyltetradeceth-24

Badness

0.0 / 10

Helps to mix oil and water ingredients.

Usually helps with

Formulation stability

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Emollient/Thickener

Synthetic Wax

Badness

0.0 / 10

Contributes to the product's texture and feel.

Usually helps with

Texture

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pH Adjuster

Tromethamine

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of the formula.

Usually helps with

Formulation stability

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Emollient

Squalane

Badness

1.0 / 10

Mimics skin's natural oils to moisturize and soften.

Usually helps with

Dryness, softening

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Humectant/Preservative Booster

Caprylyl Glycol

Badness

0.0 / 10

Enhances preservation and adds a moisturizing effect.

Usually helps with

Hydration, preservation

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Preservative Booster/Emollient

Ethylhexylglycerin

Badness

0.0 / 10

Improves the efficacy of preservatives and conditions the skin.

Usually helps with

Preservation, skin conditioning

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Skin Conditioning

Adenosine

Badness

2.0 / 10

Known for its anti-aging properties, it can help soothe and improve skin's appearance.

Usually helps with

Soothing, anti-aging

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Emulsifier/Skin Conditioning

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Badness

0.0 / 10

A skin-friendly emulsifier that also helps condition the skin.

Usually helps with

Emulsification, skin conditioning

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Fragrance

Fragrance/Parfum

Badness

5.0 / 10

Adds a scent to the product.

Usually helps with

Sensory experience

Watch for

Can be irritating or allergenic for sensitive skin.

Humectant/Soothing

Panthenol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A form of Vitamin B5 that hydrates, soothes, and helps repair the skin barrier.

Usually helps with

Hydration, soothing, barrier repair

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Emulsifier

Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate

Badness

0.0 / 10

A gentle emulsifier derived from plant sources.

Usually helps with

Emulsification

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Chelating Agent

Disodium EDTA

Badness

1.0 / 10

Helps to improve the stability and performance of the formula.

Usually helps with

Formulation stability

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Preservative/Skin Conditioning

Lactobacillus Ferment

Badness

1.0 / 10

A probiotic-derived ingredient that can help balance the skin's microbiome and condition the skin.

Usually helps with

Microbiome balance, skin conditioning

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Active

Ceramide NP

Badness

1.0 / 10

A key component of the skin barrier, it helps to retain moisture and protect the skin.

Usually helps with

Barrier repair, hydration

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Emollient/Skin Conditioning

Cholesterol

Badness

1.0 / 10

Works with ceramides to support and strengthen the skin barrier.

Usually helps with

Barrier support, skin conditioning

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Emollient/Emulsifier

Stearic Acid

Badness

1.0 / 10

A fatty acid that helps to soften and smooth the skin, and stabilize the formula.

Usually helps with

Softening, texture

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Skin Conditioning

Hydrolyzed Extensin

Badness

2.0 / 10

A plant-derived peptide that can help improve skin firmness and elasticity.

Usually helps with

Firmness, elasticity

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Emollient

Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil

Badness

1.0 / 10

A highly effective moisturizer that closely resembles the skin's natural sebum.

Usually helps with

Moisturizing, softening

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Emulsifier

Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate

Badness

0.0 / 10

A gentle emulsifier used to blend oil and water components.

Usually helps with

Emulsification

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Emollient/Emulsifier

Palmitic Acid

Badness

1.0 / 10

A fatty acid that provides emollience and helps stabilize the formula.

Usually helps with

Emollience, texture

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Antioxidant

Tocopherol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A form of Vitamin E that protects the skin from free radical damage.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Is this serum good for dry skin?

Yes, this serum is specifically formulated with ingredients like fermented red rice extract, ceramides, and squalane to provide intense hydration and support the skin barrier, making it excellent for dry skin.

Does this serum contain fragrance?

Yes, this serum contains fragrance (Fragrance/Parfum) which may be a concern for individuals with fragrance sensitivities.

Can I use this serum with other products?

Yes, it's designed to be used after toner and before cream, both morning and night. It can also be layered with other products, such as the Hanyul Red Rice Hydrating Cream, for enhanced benefits.

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