This moisturizer aims to tackle visible signs of aging with a focus on barrier repair and skin plumping. Its velvety texture feels comfortable, and it's formulated with ceramides and shea butter to support a healthy moisture barrier. It also includes ingredients to blur the appearance of fine lines.
Sephora price
$21.50
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Sephora reviews
4.3 / 5
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Glass take
4.3 / 5 overall fit
A solid, no-frills moisturizer that delivers on barrier support and hydration, especially for dry and normal skin types. It's a good option for those looking to plump skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
A velvety moisturizer to defend against visible signs of aging, powered by bioactive ceramides for visible fine-line and wrinkle reduction.
Use AM and PM.
Massage into face and neck.
Always finish with SPF if using in your AM routine.
Recycling Instructions: Use excess product and rinse jar. Packaging is recycle ready.
What Glass adds
A dependable moisturizer for anyone looking to support their skin barrier and add a touch of plumping hydration. It's a good everyday option, particularly for drier skin types or those concerned with early signs of aging. It plays well with other actives and doesn't feel heavy.
Barrier Repair
Many reviewers highlight how this moisturizer helped improve their skin's texture and reduce sensitivity, attributing it to the ceramides and shea butter.
Plumping and Smoothing
Users appreciate the subtle plumping effect and the way it smooths the appearance of fine lines, making skin look more youthful.
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Routine Fit
Apply this as the last step in your skincare routine, after serums and treatments, both in the morning and evening. If using in the morning, be sure to follow with sunscreen.
Why it works
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What it actually does well
Where it starts to feel redundant
Routine fit
Morning and Night
This moisturizer is suitable for both morning and evening use. Its hydrating and barrier-strengthening properties make it a great choice to wear under SPF during the day, and to support skin recovery overnight.
Glass rating
A solid, no-frills moisturizer that delivers on barrier support and hydration, especially for dry and normal skin types. It's a good option for those looking to plump skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines.
Barrier Support
4.5 / 5
The inclusion of ceramides and shea butter makes this a reliable choice for strengthening the skin's natural barrier and preventing moisture loss.
Plumping Effect
4.2 / 5
Users report a noticeable plumping effect, likely due to the hydrating ingredients and ceramides that help retain moisture.
Full ingredient breakdown
Solvent
Badness
0.0 / 10
The base of most skincare formulations, used to dissolve other ingredients.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
Draws moisture into the skin, helping to keep it hydrated and plump.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially dry and dehydrated
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None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A rich emollient known for its moisturizing and nourishing properties. It helps to soften skin and reduce water loss.
Usually helps with
Dry, normal, and mature skin
Watch for
Can be too heavy for very oily or acne-prone skin
Emollient
Badness
2.0 / 10
An emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin, and can also act as a solvent for UV filters.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
Watch for
Can be comedogenic for some acne-prone individuals
Humectant/Solvent
Badness
0.0 / 10
A versatile ingredient that helps to hydrate the skin and improve the texture of formulations.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Emollient/Film Former
Badness
3.0 / 10
Provides a smooth, silky feel and can help to blur the appearance of fine lines and pores.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
Watch for
Some individuals prefer to avoid silicones
Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
A blend of fatty acids that helps to moisturize and condition the skin.
Usually helps with
Dry and normal skin
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None
Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
A lightweight emollient derived from coconut oil and glycerin, known for its skin-conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Emollient
Badness
2.0 / 10
A synthetic emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
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None
Emulsifier/Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
Derived from olive oil, it helps to blend oil and water in formulations and has moisturizing properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially dry and sensitive
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None
Emulsifier/Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
Also derived from olive oil, it works with Cetearyl Olivate to create a stable emulsion and condition the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially dry and sensitive
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None
Emollient/Emulsifier
Badness
1.0 / 10
A fatty alcohol that helps to soften and condition the skin, and stabilize formulations. It is not drying like some other alcohols.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
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Can cause irritation in very sensitive individuals
Preservative
Badness
2.0 / 10
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetic products.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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Can be irritating for some sensitive individuals at higher concentrations
Active/Skin-Replenishing
Badness
0.0 / 10
A key component of the skin barrier, ceramides help to retain moisture, prevent irritation, and keep skin smooth and plump.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially dry, sensitive, and aging
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None
Thickener/Emulsifier
Badness
2.0 / 10
A synthetic polymer used to thicken formulations and improve texture.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
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None
Emollient/Viscosity Agent
Badness
2.0 / 10
A synthetic emollient that provides a smooth feel and helps to improve product texture.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
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None
Preservative Booster/Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A skin-conditioning agent and preservative booster that can also improve the feel of the product.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Emulsifier
Badness
0.0 / 10
A gentle emulsifier derived from glycerin and lauric acid, used to mix oil and water components.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
None
Emollient
Badness
3.0 / 10
An emollient that can provide a smooth feel, but may be comedogenic for some.
Usually helps with
Normal to dry skin
Watch for
Can clog pores for acne-prone individuals
Surfactant/Emulsifier
Badness
3.0 / 10
A non-ionic surfactant that helps to emulsify ingredients. It's a derivative of polyethylene glycol (PEG).
Usually helps with
Most skin types
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Can be irritating for some sensitive individuals; concerns about PEG derivatives
Emulsifier
Badness
2.0 / 10
An emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water ingredients in a formulation.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
Watch for
None
Film Former/Texturizer
Badness
3.0 / 10
A synthetic polymer that can provide a blurring effect and improve the texture of the product.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
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None
Film Former/Texturizer
Badness
3.0 / 10
A silicone-based ingredient that can give a matte finish and a smooth feel, often used for its blurring properties.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
Watch for
Some individuals prefer to avoid silicones
pH Adjuster/Exfoliant
Badness
1.0 / 10
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) used to adjust the pH of formulations. In higher concentrations, it can provide mild exfoliation.
Usually helps with
Most skin types (at low concentrations)
Watch for
Can cause irritation or sensitivity, especially at higher concentrations or on sensitive skin
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FAQ
Yes, this moisturizer is particularly well-suited for dry and normal skin types due to its hydrating ingredients like shea butter and ceramides, which help to replenish moisture and support the skin barrier.
While it's formulated for multiple skin types, those with very oily skin might find the texture a bit rich. However, if your oily skin also experiences dryness or needs barrier support, it could still be a good option. Consider a patch test.
The main benefits include visible smoothing and plumping of the skin, strengthening of the skin's moisture barrier, and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
