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innisfree Mini Green Tea Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Cream for Skin Barrier Repair​

This cream offers a refreshing texture that sinks in quickly, making it ideal for daily use. It focuses on delivering hydration and strengthening the skin's protective layer, making it a good option for those with compromised barriers or dry skin.

Sephora price

$18.00

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

4.5 / 5

About 784 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

Shoppers keep mentioning

Cruelty-FreeAlcohol FreeFragrance FreeHyaluronic AcidBest for Dry, Combo, Normal SkinGreen Tea: rich in amino acids and antioxidants + helps provide moisture to skin5 Types of Hyaluronic Acid: provide deeper, amplified hydrationGreen Tea Barrier Complex: hydrates and helps fortify skin's barrier with Squalane + Ceramide innisfree blends the best of Korean skincare with cleanical innovation to deliver gentle yet effective formulas for every day brighter skin. At the heart of our products is green tea—grown specifically for skincare and carefully extracted to maximize hydration and nourishment. We’re committed to conscious skincare, using sustainably sourced ingredients and eco-friendly practices to care for your skin and the planet. innisfree is clean, vegan, and cruelty-free.Dryness

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

Glass take

4.5 / 5 overall fit

A lightweight yet deeply hydrating cream that excels at supporting the skin barrier. It's a solid choice for most skin types, especially those dealing with dryness or needing extra barrier support.

innisfree Mini Green Tea Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Cream for Skin Barrier Repair​

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

A light, airy Korean moisturizer with Green Tea, 5 types of Hyaluronic Acid, and squalane for deep hydration and a stronger, healthier skin barrier.​

NormalDryCombinationand OilyDryness

After serum, smooth a dime-sized amount onto face and neck.

Gently pat for better absorption.

Use AM & PM.

Follow with sunscreen in the AM

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

A well-formulated moisturizer that delivers on its promises of hydration and barrier support. It's a versatile product suitable for many skin types, particularly those needing a boost of moisture and resilience.

Daily Staple

Many users find this cream to be a reliable daily moisturizer that keeps their skin hydrated and comfortable throughout the day.

Barrier Repair Success

Customers report noticeable improvements in skin texture and resilience, attributing it to the cream's barrier-strengthening ingredients.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

  • Dry skin
  • Combination skin
  • Normal skin
  • Skin needing barrier support
  • Those seeking lightweight hydration

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

  • You prefer very rich, occlusive creams
  • Your skin is extremely oily and dislikes any added moisture

Routine fit

Where this fits in your routine

Apply this cream after your serums and treatments. It works well as the final hydration step in both your morning and evening routines. Remember to follow with sunscreen in the AM.

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

  • Effective hydration
  • Supports skin barrier health
  • Lightweight, fast-absorbing texture
  • Suitable for multiple skin types
  • Fragrance-free and alcohol-free

Where it starts to feel redundant

  • May not be rich enough for very dry, mature skin in harsh climates
  • The 'mini' size might be a drawback for some

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Morning and Night

This moisturizer is suitable for both AM and PM use. Its lightweight nature makes it comfortable for daytime wear, while its hydrating properties are beneficial overnight.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.5/ 5 overall

A lightweight yet deeply hydrating cream that excels at supporting the skin barrier. It's a solid choice for most skin types, especially those dealing with dryness or needing extra barrier support.

Hydration

4.7 / 5

The combination of multiple hyaluronic acid types and green tea provides lasting moisture without feeling heavy.

Barrier Support

4.6 / 5

Ingredients like squalane and ceramides work effectively to reinforce the skin's natural barrier.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Solvent

Water / Aqua / Eau

Badness

0.0 / 10

The base of the formulation, dissolving other ingredients.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Humectant

Propanediol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A plant-derived solvent and humectant that helps improve skin texture and hydration.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

Can be mildly irritating for some sensitive skin types.

Humectant

Glycerin

Badness

0.0 / 10

A common and effective humectant that draws moisture to the skin.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emollient

Stearyl Dimethicone

Badness

2.0 / 10

A silicone that provides a smooth feel and helps to lock in moisture.

Usually helps with

Dry, Normal skin

Watch for

Some individuals prefer to avoid silicones.

Emollient

Methyl Trimethicone

Badness

2.0 / 10

A lightweight silicone that gives a smooth, non-greasy feel.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

Some individuals prefer to avoid silicones.

Emollient

Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate

Badness

1.0 / 10

An emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

Usually helps with

Dry, Normal skin

Watch for

None

Emollient

Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A conditioning agent that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

Usually helps with

Dry, Normal skin

Watch for

None

Emollient

Glyceryl Polymethacrylate

Badness

1.0 / 10

Helps to condition and soften the skin.

Usually helps with

Dry, Normal skin

Watch for

None

Humectant

1,2-Hexanediol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A solvent and humectant that also has antimicrobial properties.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

Can be mildly irritating for some sensitive skin types.

Emollient

Polymethylsilsesquioxane

Badness

2.0 / 10

A silicone powder that can give a matte finish and smooth texture.

Usually helps with

Oily, Combination skin

Watch for

Some individuals prefer to avoid silicones.

Emollient

Squalane

Badness

0.0 / 10

A stable, plant-derived oil that mimics skin's natural sebum, providing excellent moisturization and barrier support.

Usually helps with

All skin types, especially dry and mature

Watch for

None

Emulsifier

Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Badness

1.0 / 10

A synthetic polymer used to stabilize emulsions and provide a smooth texture.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emulsifier

Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A plant-derived emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water ingredients.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Thickener

Carbomer

Badness

1.0 / 10

A thickening agent used to create gel-like consistencies.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emulsifier

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Badness

0.0 / 10

A modified form of lecithin that helps to emulsify and condition the skin.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emollient

Cholesterol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A lipid that helps to reinforce the skin's barrier function and improve moisture retention.

Usually helps with

Dry, Normal skin

Watch for

None

Emulsifier

Glyceryl Stearate

Badness

0.0 / 10

An emollient and emulsifier derived from glycerin and stearic acid.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

pH Adjuster

Tromethamine

Badness

1.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of the formulation.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emulsifier

Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A mild emulsifier derived from amino acids.

Usually helps with

Sensitive skin

Watch for

None

Skin Conditioning

Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate

Badness

2.0 / 10

A probiotic ingredient that can help to support the skin's microbiome and barrier function.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Humectant

Hyaluronic Acid

Badness

0.0 / 10

A powerful humectant that attracts and retains moisture in the skin, leading to a plumping effect.

Usually helps with

All skin types, especially dehydrated

Watch for

None

Humectant

Panthenol

Badness

0.0 / 10

Also known as Vitamin B5, it's a humectant that soothes and moisturizes the skin.

Usually helps with

All skin types, especially sensitive and dry

Watch for

None

Skin Conditioning

Allantoin

Badness

0.0 / 10

Soothes, protects, and promotes skin healing.

Usually helps with

All skin types, especially sensitive and irritated

Watch for

None

Chelating Agent

Sodium Metaphosphate

Badness

1.0 / 10

Helps to stabilize the formulation by binding to metal ions.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emollient

Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil

Badness

0.0 / 10

A nourishing oil from green tea seeds, rich in antioxidants and fatty acids.

Usually helps with

All skin types, especially dry and mature

Watch for

None

Emollient

Cetearyl Alcohol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A fatty alcohol that acts as an emollient and thickener, generally considered non-irritating.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Thickener

Xanthan Gum

Badness

0.0 / 10

A polysaccharide used as a thickening and stabilizing agent.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emulsifier

Glyceryl Caprylate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A fatty acid ester with emulsifying and skin-conditioning properties.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Humectant

Butylene Glycol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A common solvent and humectant that helps ingredients penetrate the skin.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

Can be mildly irritating for some sensitive skin types.

Skin Conditioning

Ethylhexylglycerin

Badness

1.0 / 10

A preservative booster and skin conditioner.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emulsifier

Sorbitan Isostearate

Badness

1.0 / 10

An emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Humectant

Sodium Hyaluronate

Badness

0.0 / 10

The salt form of hyaluronic acid, it penetrates the skin to hydrate and plump.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Antioxidant

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Badness

0.0 / 10

Green tea extract, rich in antioxidants that protect the skin from environmental damage.

Usually helps with

All skin types, especially aging and sensitive

Watch for

None

Skin Conditioning

Madecassoside

Badness

1.0 / 10

A purified compound from Centella Asiatica, known for its soothing and healing properties.

Usually helps with

Sensitive, Irritated skin

Watch for

None

Exfoliant

Lactic Acid

Badness

2.0 / 10

An Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) that exfoliates the skin's surface, promoting cell turnover and hydration.

Usually helps with

Normal, Dry, Combination skin

Watch for

Can increase sun sensitivity; may cause mild stinging or irritation, especially when starting.

Humectant

Dextrin

Badness

0.0 / 10

A carbohydrate that can help to moisturize the skin.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Antioxidant

Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Extract

Badness

0.0 / 10

Contains antioxidants that can help protect the skin.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Humectant

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Badness

0.0 / 10

A smaller molecular weight hyaluronic acid that can penetrate deeper into the skin for enhanced hydration.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Humectant

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

Badness

0.0 / 10

A cross-linked form of hyaluronic acid that forms a hydrating film on the skin's surface, providing long-lasting moisture.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Antioxidant

Camellia Sinensis Seed Extract

Badness

0.0 / 10

Extract from green tea seeds, rich in antioxidants.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Skin Conditioning

Ceramide NP

Badness

0.0 / 10

A lipid that is a key component of the skin barrier, helping to retain moisture and protect the skin.

Usually helps with

Dry, Compromised skin barrier

Watch for

None

Antioxidant

Tocopherol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A form of Vitamin E, it's an antioxidant that protects the skin from free radical damage.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Skin Conditioning

Phytosphingosine

Badness

1.0 / 10

A lipid that is naturally found in the skin and helps to support the skin barrier.

Usually helps with

Dry, Compromised skin barrier

Watch for

None

Humectant

Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate

Badness

0.0 / 10

A derivative of hyaluronic acid that offers excellent moisturizing properties and helps to improve skin elasticity.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Is this cream suitable for oily skin?

Yes, while it's great for dry and normal skin, its lightweight texture and hydrating properties also make it suitable for combination and even oily skin types that need balanced moisture.

How does this cream help with skin barrier repair?

The cream contains ingredients like squalane, ceramides, and green tea extract that work together to reinforce the skin's natural barrier, reduce moisture loss, and improve overall skin resilience.

Is this product fragrance-free?

Yes, this product is fragrance-free, making it a good option for those with sensitive skin or a preference for unscented products.