This serum focuses on two key areas: deep hydration and barrier repair. It uses ectoin and multiple forms of hyaluronic acid to quench thirsty skin and a blend of ceramides to fortify the skin's natural defenses.
Sephora price
$17.00
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Sephora reviews
4.5 / 5
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Glass take
4.5 / 5 overall fit
A solid choice for anyone prioritizing barrier health and hydration, especially if your skin feels dry or compromised.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
An advanced, dual-action serum that delivers multi-level hydration and builds a stronger barrier fast for the ultimate healthy-looking skin.
Use twice daily, morning and night.
Apply a pea-size amount to your face and neck.
Follow with your preferred treatments and moisturizer.
Always finish with SPF if using in your morning routine.
What Glass adds
Glass sees this as a foundational serum for anyone experiencing dryness, dehydration, or a compromised skin barrier. It's a good 'set it and forget it' option for daily use.
Barrier Repair
Users frequently mention a noticeable improvement in their skin's texture and resilience after consistent use, with many experiencing reduced redness and sensitivity.
Hydration Boost
The serum is praised for its ability to provide lasting hydration, leaving skin feeling plump and comfortable throughout the day.
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Routine Fit
Apply this serum after cleansing and toning, but before heavier treatments or moisturizers. It works well both in the morning and evening routines. Always follow with SPF in the AM.
Why it works
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
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Routine fit
Morning and Night
This serum is designed for twice-daily use. Its hydrating and barrier-strengthening properties make it suitable for both morning and evening application.
Glass rating
A solid choice for anyone prioritizing barrier health and hydration, especially if your skin feels dry or compromised.
Barrier Support
4.7 / 5
The combination of Ectoin, ceramides, and hyaluronic acid makes this serum excellent for reinforcing a weakened skin barrier.
Hydration
4.6 / 5
Multi-molecular hyaluronic acid and ectoin provide deep and lasting hydration without feeling heavy.
Full ingredient breakdown
Solvent
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0.0 / 10
The base of the formulation.
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All skin types
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None
Humectant
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1.0 / 10
A solvent and humectant that enhances skin hydration.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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Generally well-tolerated
Emollient
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0.0 / 10
Derived from coconut oil and glycerin, it softens and smooths skin.
Usually helps with
Dry, normal skin
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Can be comedogenic for very acne-prone skin
Emollient
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0.0 / 10
Lightweight emollient that provides a smooth feel.
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All skin types
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None
Active
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1.0 / 10
A natural compound that protects skin cells from environmental stressors and enhances hydration.
Usually helps with
Dryness, barrier support, sensitivity
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None
Humectant
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1.0 / 10
A smaller molecular weight form of hyaluronic acid that penetrates deeper for hydration.
Usually helps with
Dehydrated skin, fine lines
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None
Humectant
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1.0 / 10
A salt form of hyaluronic acid that attracts and holds moisture on the skin's surface.
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Dryness, hydration
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None
Viscosity Agent
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0.0 / 10
A polysaccharide used to thicken formulations.
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All skin types
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None
Preservative
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3.0 / 10
A common preservative to prevent microbial growth.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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Can be irritating for some sensitive individuals
Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
Helps to blend oil and water ingredients.
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All skin types
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None
Humectant
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1.0 / 10
Pro-vitamin B5, known for its moisturizing and soothing properties.
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Dryness, sensitivity, redness
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None
Emollient
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1.0 / 10
A fatty alcohol that moisturizes and softens skin; not drying like simple alcohols.
Usually helps with
Dry, normal skin
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Rarely causes irritation
Thickener
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0.0 / 10
A plant-derived gum used to thicken and stabilize the formula.
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All skin types
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None
Thickener
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0.0 / 10
A polysaccharide used to thicken and stabilize formulations.
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All skin types
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None
Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
An emulsifier and emollient that helps to moisturize the skin.
Usually helps with
Dry, normal skin
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None
Emollient
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0.0 / 10
Derived from jojoba oil, these provide a smooth, non-greasy feel.
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All skin types
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None
Emollient
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0.0 / 10
A lightweight emollient derived from coconut oil.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Preservative
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2.0 / 10
A preservative that also acts as a skin conditioning agent.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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Can be a mild irritant for some
pH Adjuster
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0.0 / 10
Used to adjust the pH of the product.
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All skin types
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None
Emollient
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0.0 / 10
A plant-derived wax that provides emollience and texture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
pH Adjuster
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1.0 / 10
Used to adjust the pH of the product.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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Can be irritating at high concentrations
Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
A gentle emulsifier derived from plant sources.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Soothing Agent
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1.0 / 10
Known for its anti-inflammatory and skin-soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Sensitive, irritated skin
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None
Humectant
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0.0 / 10
A classic humectant that draws moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Preservative
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1.0 / 10
A natural preservative derived from fermented radish root.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Antioxidant
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1.0 / 10
A derivative of citric acid that can help stabilize formulations and has antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Humectant
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1.0 / 10
A humectant that also has antimicrobial properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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Can be a mild irritant for some
Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
A gentle emulsifier.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Humectant
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1.0 / 10
A cross-linked form of hyaluronic acid that forms a hydrating film on the skin's surface.
Usually helps with
Dryness, surface hydration
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None
Active
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1.0 / 10
A type of ceramide that helps to restore and maintain the skin's barrier function.
Usually helps with
Dryness, barrier support
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None
Humectant
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1.0 / 10
A powerful humectant that draws moisture into the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness, fine lines
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None
Active
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1.0 / 10
Another type of ceramide that supports the skin barrier.
Usually helps with
Dryness, barrier support
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None
Emollient
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1.0 / 10
A skin-identical lipid that helps to reinforce the skin barrier.
Usually helps with
Dryness, barrier support
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None
Active
Badness
2.0 / 10
A lipid that plays a role in skin barrier function and has anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
Barrier support, redness
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None
Emollient
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1.0 / 10
A fatty acid that provides emollience and texture.
Usually helps with
Dry skin
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None
Humectant
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1.0 / 10
A salt of levulinic acid, used for its skin conditioning properties.
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All skin types
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None
Humectant
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1.0 / 10
A humectant that provides hydration and a smooth skin feel.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Preservative
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2.0 / 10
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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Can cause irritation in some individuals
Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
An emulsifier that helps to stabilize the formula.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Active
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1.0 / 10
Epidermal growth factor ceramide, crucial for skin barrier integrity.
Usually helps with
Dryness, barrier support
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None
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FAQ
Yes, this serum is specifically formulated with ectoin, hyaluronic acid, and ceramides to provide deep hydration and strengthen the skin barrier, making it ideal for dry skin.
Yes, the formula is designed to be gentle and supportive of the skin barrier, making it suitable for most skin types, including sensitive skin. Ectoin and oat kernel extract are known for their soothing properties.
It contains a blend of three ceramides (NP, AP, EOP), cholesterol, and phytosphingosine, which are essential components of the skin barrier. Ectoin also helps protect skin cells and improve barrier resilience.
