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SEPHORA COLLECTION HYDRATE - Dewy Bubble Serum with Hyaluronic + Polyglutamic Acids

This serum aims to provide lasting hydration and support the skin barrier. Its dual-phase formula, containing both oil and water-based ingredients, requires shaking before use to ensure optimal delivery of its hydrating actives.

Sephora price

$21.00

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

4.2 / 5

About 164 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

Shoppers keep mentioning

Best for Dry, Combo, Normal SkinHyaluronic AcidHydratingLiquid FormulaHyaluronic Acid: Captures water in the skin.Polyglutamic Acid: Locks in moisture.

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

Glass take

4.2 / 5 overall fit

A hydrating serum that supports the skin barrier and works well with moisturizers.

SEPHORA COLLECTION HYDRATE - Dewy Bubble Serum with Hyaluronic + Polyglutamic Acids

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

A serum formulated with hyaluronic and polyglutamic acids to restore the skin barrier and provide up to 48 hours of lasting hydration.

NormalDryCombinationand Oily

Use on clean, dry facial skin.

Shake the bottle before use to combine the oil and water phases for optimal skin hydration.

Apply in the morning and evening to entire face and neck. Serums and creams are two different but complementary products in your routine.

The SEPHORA COLLECTION Dewy Bubble Serum boosts the moisturizing benefits of your cream. It restores the skin barrier, while the SEPHORA COLLECTION creams (sold separately) strengthen it.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

A straightforward hydrating serum that complements moisturizers. It's a good option for those seeking to boost their existing routine with extra moisture and barrier support.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

Dry skin
Combination skin
Normal skin
Anyone needing extra hydration

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

You have very oily skin and prefer a matte finish
You are looking for a serum with strong active ingredients for concerns like acne or aging

Routine fit

How to integrate this serum

Apply this serum after cleansing and before your moisturizer. Shaking the bottle is key to activating its dual-phase formula. It's designed to boost the hydration of your cream, so use them together for best results.

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

Provides significant hydration
Supports skin barrier function
Layers well with other products
Dual-phase formula for enhanced efficacy

Where it starts to feel redundant

Requires shaking before each use
May not be suitable for very oily skin types
Primarily focused on hydration, not treatment of specific concerns

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Morning and Night

This serum can be used twice daily, in the morning and evening, to provide continuous hydration and support for the skin barrier.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.2/ 5 overall

A hydrating serum that supports the skin barrier and works well with moisturizers.

Hydration

4.5 / 5

Users report a noticeable boost in skin hydration and a dewy finish.

Routine fit

4.3 / 5

This serum layers well under moisturizers, enhancing their effects without pilling.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Solvent

Aqua (Water)

Badness

0.0 / 10

The base of the formula, dissolving other ingredients.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emollient

Octyldodecyl Myristate

Badness

1.0 / 10

Softens and smooths the skin, contributing to the serum's texture.

Usually helps with

Dry, normal skin

Watch for

Can feel heavy on very oily skin

Emollient

C15-19 Alkane

Badness

1.0 / 10

Provides a smooth feel and helps to spread the product.

Usually helps with

Most skin types

Watch for

None significant

Emollient

Dipentaerythrityl Hexacaprylate/Hexacaprate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A conditioning agent that helps to keep skin soft and supple.

Usually helps with

Dry, normal skin

Watch for

None significant

Humectant

Glycerin

Badness

0.0 / 10

Attracts water to the skin, providing hydration.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emollient

Undecane

Badness

1.0 / 10

Helps to improve the spreadability of the serum and provides a non-greasy feel.

Usually helps with

Most skin types

Watch for

None significant

Humectant/Preservative

1,2-Hexanediol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A multi-functional ingredient that hydrates and helps preserve the formula.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

Can be a mild irritant for very sensitive skin

Viscosity Control

Sodium Chloride

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to adjust the thickness of the product.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emollient

Tridecane

Badness

1.0 / 10

Contributes to the serum's texture and skin feel.

Usually helps with

Most skin types

Watch for

None significant

Chelating Agent

Sodium Gluconate

Badness

0.0 / 10

Helps to stabilize the formula.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emollient

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

Badness

1.0 / 10

Derived from coconut oil, it softens and conditions the skin.

Usually helps with

Dry, normal skin

Watch for

Can be comedogenic for acne-prone skin

Emollient

Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables

Badness

1.0 / 10

Provides skin-conditioning benefits and helps to retain moisture.

Usually helps with

Dry, normal skin

Watch for

None significant

Preservative

Sodium Benzoate

Badness

2.0 / 10

A common preservative that prevents microbial growth.

Usually helps with

Most skin types

Watch for

Can cause irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, especially when combined with acidic ingredients.

Humectant

Sodium Hyaluronate

Badness

0.0 / 10

The salt form of hyaluronic acid, known for its ability to attract and hold significant amounts of water.

Usually helps with

All skin types, especially dry and dehydrated

Watch for

None

Thickener

Xanthan Gum

Badness

0.0 / 10

A natural gum used to thicken cosmetic formulations.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Humectant

Polyglutamic Acid

Badness

0.0 / 10

A peptide that helps to hydrate the skin and improve moisture retention.

Usually helps with

All skin types, especially dehydrated

Watch for

None

pH Adjuster

Citric Acid

Badness

1.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of the product.

Usually helps with

Most skin types

Watch for

Can cause irritation at higher concentrations or for sensitive skin.

Colorant

CI 61565 (Green 6)

Badness

5.0 / 10

A synthetic colorant used to give the product its green hue.

Usually helps with

None

Watch for

Potential for skin sensitivity or allergic reactions in some individuals.

Colorant

CI 60725 (Violet 2)

Badness

5.0 / 10

A synthetic colorant used to give the product its violet hue.

Usually helps with

None

Watch for

Potential for skin sensitivity or allergic reactions in some individuals.

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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 hyaluronic acid and polyglutamic acid to provide lasting hydration, making it excellent for dry and combination skin types.

How often should I use this serum?

You can use this serum twice daily, in the morning and evening, after cleansing and before applying your moisturizer.

Do I need to shake the serum?

Yes, you should shake the bottle before each use to combine the oil and water phases, ensuring you get the full benefits of the formula.

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