This moisturizer aims to brighten and hydrate with its vitamin C formulation. It's designed to give skin a satin finish and is suitable for a range of skin types, particularly those concerned with aging, dryness, and dullness.
Sephora price
$22.00
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Sephora reviews
4.4 / 5
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Glass take
4.4 / 5 overall fit
A solid choice for dry, combo, and normal skin types looking for hydration and a vitamin C boost. It's effective for fine lines, dryness, and dullness.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
A moisturizer that nourishes skin with high-potency, advanced vitamin C and delivers a non-greasy, satin-skin finish.
Can be used morning and night to cleanse skin.
For vibrant skin and a firmer appearance, apply to face, neck, and décolleté.
What Glass adds
A good daily moisturizer with the added benefit of vitamin C. It’s best for those who want to address dullness and fine lines while keeping skin hydrated. It’s not a treatment serum, but a nice step in a routine focused on anti-aging and brightening.
Hydration and Texture
Many users love the hydrating feel and the smooth, satin finish this moisturizer provides, noting it doesn't feel greasy.
Brightening Effects
The vitamin C in this formula is frequently praised for its ability to combat dullness and improve overall skin radiance.
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Routine Fit
Apply this moisturizer after your serum and before sunscreen in the morning, or after any treatment serums in the evening. It’s a great way to layer hydration and brightening benefits.
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Routine fit
Morning and Night
This moisturizer can be used both morning and night. In the morning, it adds a layer of hydration and antioxidant protection. At night, it supports skin repair and hydration.
Glass rating
A solid choice for dry, combo, and normal skin types looking for hydration and a vitamin C boost. It's effective for fine lines, dryness, and dullness.
Hydration
4.5 / 5
This moisturizer provides a good level of hydration without feeling heavy or greasy.
Brightening
4.3 / 5
Users report a noticeable improvement in skin brightness and a reduction in dullness.
Full ingredient breakdown
Solvent
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0.0 / 10
The base of many skincare formulations.
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Hydration
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Emollient
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2.0 / 10
A silicone that creates a smooth feel and helps to lock in moisture. Some prefer to avoid silicones.
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Smoothing, hydration
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Can feel heavy for very oily skin types
Emollient
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1.0 / 10
An emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin.
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Softening skin
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Active
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1.0 / 10
A stable, oil-soluble form of Vitamin C that brightens, targets fine lines, and offers antioxidant protection.
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Brightening, anti-aging, antioxidant
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Can be less potent than L-Ascorbic Acid for some concerns
Humectant
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0.0 / 10
A humectant that draws moisture to the skin.
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Solvent
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0.0 / 10
A solvent and humectant that helps improve product texture and hydration.
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Hydration, texture enhancement
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Emollient
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2.0 / 10
A silicone that provides a smooth, non-greasy feel. Some prefer to avoid silicones.
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Smoothing, texture
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Can feel occlusive for some skin types
Humectant
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0.0 / 10
A classic humectant that draws water into the skin for hydration.
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Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
Helps to bind oil and water, creating a stable emulsion.
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Texture
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Humectant
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0.0 / 10
A form of hyaluronic acid that provides long-lasting hydration by binding water to the skin.
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Hydration
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Antioxidant
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1.0 / 10
A potent antioxidant that helps protect skin from environmental damage.
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Antioxidant protection
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Antioxidant
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1.0 / 10
A carotenoid antioxidant that helps protect skin from blue light.
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Soothing Agent
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0.0 / 10
Soothes and calms the skin.
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Soothing, calming
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Fragrance
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3.0 / 10
Provides a natural fragrance. Can be irritating for sensitive skin.
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Potential for irritation or sensitivity
Thickener
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1.0 / 10
Helps to thicken the product and improve its texture.
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Texture
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Humectant
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0.0 / 10
A humectant that helps attract and retain moisture.
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Hydration
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Humectant
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0.0 / 10
A humectant that also acts as a preservative booster.
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Hydration
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Emollient
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2.0 / 10
A solvent and emollient that can provide a lightweight, non-greasy feel. It is a volatile silicone.
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Lightweight feel
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Can be drying for some
Emollient
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2.0 / 10
A silicone that provides a smooth, silky feel and helps with product spreadability. Some prefer to avoid silicones.
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Texture, smoothing
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Chelating Agent
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0.0 / 10
Helps to improve the stability of the formulation by binding to metal ions.
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Formulation stability
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Antioxidant
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1.0 / 10
An antioxidant that helps protect the product from degradation.
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Product stability
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UV Absorber
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3.0 / 10
A UV filter that helps protect the product from light degradation. It is not intended for sun protection of the skin.
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Product stability
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Emollient
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2.0 / 10
A silicone that provides a matte finish and helps to absorb oil. Some prefer to avoid silicones.
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Matte finish, oil absorption
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Thickener
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1.0 / 10
Helps to thicken the product and create a desirable texture.
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Texture
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Emollient
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1.0 / 10
A plant-derived oil that moisturizes and softens the skin.
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Moisturizing
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Fragrance
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3.0 / 10
Provides a natural citrus fragrance. Can be photosensitizing and irritating for some skin types.
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Fragrance
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Potential for irritation, photosensitivity
Preservative
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2.0 / 10
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth. Can be irritating for some.
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Preservation
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Potential for irritation
Humectant
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0.0 / 10
A humectant that also has antimicrobial properties, helping to preserve the product.
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Hydration, preservation
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Preservative
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2.0 / 10
A preservative used to prevent bacterial growth. Can cause skin irritation.
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Preservation
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Potential for irritation
Preservative
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1.0 / 10
A preservative that also acts as a skin conditioning agent.
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Preservation, skin conditioning
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pH Adjuster
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1.0 / 10
Used to adjust the pH of the product. Can also have mild exfoliating properties at higher concentrations.
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pH balance
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Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
Helps to mix oil and water ingredients.
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Texture
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Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
Helps to stabilize emulsions and improve texture.
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Texture, stabilization
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FAQ
Yes, this moisturizer is specifically recommended for dry, combination, and normal skin types due to its hydrating properties.
Yes, it can be used morning and night. It's formulated for daily use to provide hydration and brightening benefits.
Yes, this product contains silicones like Dimethicone and Phenyl Trimethicone, which contribute to its smooth texture and finish.
