This serum is designed to tackle dryness and a compromised skin barrier. Its formula focuses on replenishing essential lipids and providing deep hydration, making it a good option for those with dry, sensitive, or dehydrated skin.
Sephora price
$34.00
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Sephora reviews
4.7 / 5
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Glass take
4.7 / 5 overall fit
A solid choice for dry and sensitive skin, this serum delivers on its promise of barrier support and hydration.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
A dermatologist-tested serum that doubles moisture retention and supports the skin barrier.
Apply evenly onto clean skin AM and PM.
For optimal results, use with Atobarrier365 Cream.
What Glass adds
A well-formulated serum for its stated purpose of barrier repair and hydration. It’s particularly beneficial for those experiencing dryness or sensitivity, and its ingredient profile is suitable for most skin types looking to bolster their moisture levels.
Skin Barrier Repair
Users frequently mention a noticeable improvement in their skin's barrier function, with less redness and irritation reported.
Hydration Boost
The serum is praised for its ability to provide long-lasting hydration, making skin feel softer and more supple.
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Routine Fit
Apply this serum after cleansing and toning, but before your moisturizer. It can be used both in the morning and evening routines to consistently support your skin barrier and hydration levels.
Why it works
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Routine fit
Morning and Night
This serum is suitable for both AM and PM use. Applying it twice daily will maximize its benefits for barrier repair and hydration.
Glass rating
A solid choice for dry and sensitive skin, this serum delivers on its promise of barrier support and hydration.
Barrier Support
4.8 / 5
The combination of ceramides, cholesterol, and fatty acids effectively mimics the skin's natural lipid barrier, helping to repair and strengthen it.
Hydration
4.7 / 5
Hyaluronic acid and glycerin provide a significant boost of moisture, leaving skin feeling plump and hydrated.
Full ingredient breakdown
Solvent
Badness
0.0 / 10
The base for most skincare formulations.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A common humectant that draws moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Watch for
Can be a mild irritant for some
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A highly effective humectant that draws water into the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Dryness
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None
Active
Badness
2.0 / 10
A multi-tasking ingredient that strengthens the skin barrier, reduces inflammation, and can help with tone and texture.
Usually helps with
Barrier support, Redness, Pores
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Can cause flushing or irritation in sensitive individuals at high concentrations
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A solvent and humectant that also has antimicrobial properties.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A sugar beet derivative that acts as a humectant and can help protect skin cells.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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None
Active
Badness
1.0 / 10
A form of Vitamin B5 that is a humectant and emollient, known for its soothing and healing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Hydration, Barrier repair
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None
Thickener
Badness
2.0 / 10
A gelling agent used to thicken formulations. Concerns about potential irritation exist, but it's generally considered safe in rinse-off products.
Usually helps with
Texture
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Potential for irritation in sensitive skin
Preservative booster
Badness
2.0 / 10
A skin-conditioning agent and preservative booster that can also help improve the feel of the product.
Usually helps with
Preservation
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Can be a mild skin irritant for some
Active
Badness
0.0 / 10
The salt form of hyaluronic acid, which penetrates the skin to provide hydration and plumpness.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Plumping
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None
Active
Badness
3.0 / 10
A stable derivative of Vitamin C that offers antioxidant benefits and can help brighten skin tone.
Usually helps with
Brightening, Antioxidant
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Can cause irritation or sensitivity in some individuals
Thickener
Badness
1.0 / 10
A thickening agent derived from cellulose that also helps stabilize emulsions.
Usually helps with
Texture
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None
pH Adjuster
Badness
1.0 / 10
Used to adjust the pH of cosmetic products.
Usually helps with
Formulation stability
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None
Chelating agent
Badness
2.0 / 10
A chelating agent that helps stabilize the product by binding to metal ions.
Usually helps with
Product stability
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None
Active
Badness
1.0 / 10
Derived from licorice root, it has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Redness
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None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A solvent and humectant that can enhance the absorption of other ingredients and provide hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Solvent
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None
Active
Badness
1.0 / 10
A beneficial ingredient known for its anti-aging properties, including wrinkle reduction and skin-soothing effects.
Usually helps with
Anti-aging, Soothing
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None
Active
Badness
0.0 / 10
A synthetic ceramide that helps to reinforce the skin's natural barrier and improve moisture retention.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, Hydration
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None
Chelating agent
Badness
2.0 / 10
A chelating agent used to stabilize formulations.
Usually helps with
Product stability
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None
Emulsifier
Badness
1.0 / 10
An emollient and emulsifier that also has antimicrobial properties.
Usually helps with
Emulsifying, Skin conditioning
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None
pH Adjuster
Badness
3.0 / 10
Used to adjust the pH of products. Can be irritating in higher concentrations.
Usually helps with
Formulation stability
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Potential for irritation
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A salt of lactic acid that acts as a humectant and helps maintain skin hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A plant-derived polysaccharide that provides hydration and a soothing effect.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Soothing
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None
Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
A skin-conditioning agent derived from coconut oil and glycerin that replenishes lipids.
Usually helps with
Emollience, Barrier support
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None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A solvent and humectant that helps improve product texture and skin hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Texture
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None
pH Adjuster
Badness
2.0 / 10
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) used to adjust pH. Can be exfoliating at higher concentrations.
Usually helps with
Exfoliation (low concentration), pH adjustment
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Potential for irritation or photosensitivity
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A derivative of urea that provides excellent hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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None
Emulsifier
Badness
1.0 / 10
An emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water ingredients.
Usually helps with
Emulsifying
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None
Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
A lipid that is a natural component of skin's barrier. Helps to improve barrier function and hydration.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, Hydration
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None
Humectant
Badness
2.0 / 10
A common humectant and solvent. Can be a skin irritant for some.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Solvent
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Potential for irritation or allergic reactions
Emulsifier
Badness
1.0 / 10
An emulsifier used to create stable oil-in-water formulations.
Usually helps with
Emulsifying
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None
Antioxidant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A form of Vitamin E, an antioxidant that protects skin from free radical damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
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None
Active
Badness
0.0 / 10
A naturally occurring lipid that is a key component of the skin barrier. Helps to restore and maintain skin's moisture.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, Hydration
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None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A sugar alcohol that acts as a humectant, drawing moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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None
Emulsifier
Badness
1.0 / 10
A fatty acid that acts as an emulsifier and emollient, helping to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Emollience, Texture
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None
Absorbent
Badness
2.0 / 10
Used to absorb excess oil and improve the texture of the product.
Usually helps with
Oil absorption, Texture
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Can be drying if overused
Film former
Badness
3.0 / 10
A polymer used to create a film on the skin, providing texture and hold. Concerns about potential microplastic impact exist.
Usually helps with
Texture, Film-forming
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Environmental concerns
Emulsifier
Badness
1.0 / 10
A modified form of lecithin that acts as an emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent.
Usually helps with
Emulsifying, Skin conditioning
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None
Emulsifier
Badness
1.0 / 10
A fatty acid that acts as an emulsifier and emollient.
Usually helps with
Emollience, Texture
Watch for
None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A fatty acid that acts as an emollient, helping to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Emollience
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None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A fatty acid that acts as an emollient.
Usually helps with
Emollience
Watch for
None
Active
Badness
0.0 / 10
A type of lipid that is a natural component of the skin barrier, helping to maintain its integrity and hydration.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, Hydration
Watch for
None
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FAQ
Yes, this serum is specifically formulated with ceramides and hyaluronic acid to provide deep hydration and repair the skin barrier, making it ideal for dry skin types.
This serum is dermatologist-tested and contains soothing ingredients like niacinamide and panthenol, making it generally suitable for sensitive skin. However, always patch test if you have concerns.
It contains a Triple Lipid Complex (ceramides, fatty acids, cholesterol) and a CERA-HA blend that mimics the skin's natural lipids, effectively reinforcing and repairing the skin barrier.
