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Biossance Ectoin Overnight Rescue Deep Repair Night Moisturizer + Squalane

This night moisturizer is designed to work while you sleep, focusing on repairing the skin's moisture barrier and smoothing texture. Its formula includes ectoin for protection against environmental stressors and squalane for deep, non-clogging hydration.

Sephora price

$70.00

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

4.5 / 5

About 820 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

Shoppers keep mentioning

Clean + Planet AwareGood for: Anti-AgingGood for: DrynessGood for: Loss of firmnessBest for Dry, Combo, Normal SkinVeganEctoin: Is shown to protect skin against damage caused by external aggressors.Magnesium and Peptides: Support skin restoration and deter daily stressors.Sugarcane-Derived Squalane: Provides weightless hydration without clogging pores. Biossance is paving the path for clean beauty for all. We formulate effective, clean and sustainable skincare products in our in-house lab and are setting the standard for the entire beauty industry. Currently, the United States bans only 12 ingredients for cosmetic use—we believe that’s not nearly enough. Biossance bans more than 2,000 potentially toxic or irritating ingredients from our formulas. Our products are also cruelty-free, vegan and EWG-verified. We make our hero ingredient, squalane, from renewable sugarcane. It’s nature’s best moisturizer for you and the planet—and helps save 2 million sharks every year.Fine Lines and WrinklesDrynessand Loss of Firmness and Elasticity

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Glass take

4.5 / 5 overall fit

A rich, restorative night moisturizer that excels at barrier repair and hydration, particularly for dry and stressed skin.

Biossance Ectoin Overnight Rescue Deep Repair Night Moisturizer + Squalane

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

An intensive repairing nighttime moisturizer that restores the skin’s moisture barrier and smooths dry, rough patches.

NormalDryand CombinationFine Lines and WrinklesDrynessand Loss of Firmness and Elasticity

Apply to a cleansed face and neck as the final step in your nightly skincare routine.

Recycling Instructions:

Remove and dispose of cap.

Empty and rinse remaining product from jar.

Place in curbside recycling.

The outer carton can be placed in curbside recycling.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

A solid choice for a dedicated night treatment aimed at repair and deep hydration. It’s particularly beneficial for those experiencing dryness, sensitivity, or a compromised skin barrier. The inclusion of ectoin offers an added layer of protection against environmental aggressors.

Skin Barrier Restoration

Many users report a noticeable improvement in their skin's texture and resilience after consistent use, with dryness and flakiness significantly reduced.

Soothing and Calming

The formula is frequently praised for its ability to calm irritated or sensitive skin, making it a go-to for those with redness or reactivity.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

  • Dry or dehydrated skin
  • Compromised skin barrier
  • Skin experiencing environmental stress
  • Anti-aging concerns

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

  • You have very oily skin and prefer lighter textures
  • You are looking for a treatment focused solely on active ingredients like retinoids or acids

Routine Fit

Your Nightly Repair Ritual

Apply this moisturizer as the very last step in your evening skincare routine, after all serums and treatments. This ensures it seals in hydration and active ingredients, providing a protective layer overnight.

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

  • Intensive barrier repair
  • Deep hydration
  • Protects against environmental stressors
  • Suitable for sensitive skin
  • Clean and sustainable formulation

Where it starts to feel redundant

  • Higher price point
  • May be too rich for very oily skin types

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Nighttime

This is a night-only treatment. Its rich texture and repair-focused ingredients are best utilized during the skin's natural regenerative cycle overnight.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.5/ 5 overall

A rich, restorative night moisturizer that excels at barrier repair and hydration, particularly for dry and stressed skin.

Barrier Repair

4.7 / 5

The combination of ectoin, squalane, and peptides makes this a strong contender for rebuilding and protecting the skin barrier.

Hydration

4.6 / 5

Delivers substantial moisture without feeling heavy or occlusive, ideal for dry or dehydrated skin.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Solvent

Water

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0.0 / 10

The base for most skincare formulations.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Humectant

Glycerin

Badness

0.0 / 10

A common and effective humectant that draws moisture to the skin.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Emollient

Squalane

Badness

0.0 / 10

Mimics skin's natural oils for weightless hydration and barrier support.

Usually helps with

Hydration, barrier repair

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Emollient

Shorea Stenoptera Seed Butter

Badness

1.0 / 10

A rich butter that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

Usually helps with

Emollience, skin conditioning

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Emollient

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Badness

0.0 / 10

A lightweight emollient derived from coconut oil and glycerin, it helps to replenish skin.

Usually helps with

Emollience, skin conditioning

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Emollient/Emulsifier

C12-16 Alcohols

Badness

1.0 / 10

Fatty alcohols that help to stabilize the formula and provide emollience.

Usually helps with

Emollience, formula stability

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Emulsifier/Thickener

Sodium Acrylates Copolymer

Badness

0.0 / 10

Helps to bind oil and water and thicken the product.

Usually helps with

Formula texture

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Active

Ectoin

Badness

1.0 / 10

A powerful protectant that shields skin from environmental stressors and aids in hydration.

Usually helps with

Environmental protection, hydration, barrier support

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Emollient

Jojoba Esters

Badness

0.0 / 10

Provides skin-conditioning benefits and helps to improve texture.

Usually helps with

Skin conditioning, texture improvement

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Emollient/Emulsifier

Palmitic Acid

Badness

1.0 / 10

A fatty acid that can help to condition and soften the skin.

Usually helps with

Emollience, skin conditioning

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Preservative

Phenoxyethanol

Badness

2.0 / 10

A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth.

Usually helps with

Product preservation

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Can be irritating for some sensitive skin types

Emulsifier/Emollient

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Badness

0.0 / 10

A modified form of lecithin that helps to emulsify and condition the skin.

Usually helps with

Emulsification, skin conditioning

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Emulsifier/Thickener

Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Badness

0.0 / 10

A synthetic polymer used to thicken and stabilize formulations.

Usually helps with

Formula texture, stability

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Emulsifier/Emollient

Lecithin

Badness

0.0 / 10

A phospholipid that helps to stabilize emulsions and condition the skin.

Usually helps with

Emulsification, skin conditioning

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Mineral/Stabilizer

Magnesium Chloride

Badness

0.0 / 10

A mineral salt that can help to stabilize the formula and potentially offer skin benefits.

Usually helps with

Formula stability

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Preservative Booster/Emollient

Ethylhexylglycerin

Badness

1.0 / 10

Enhances the efficacy of preservatives and offers mild emollient properties.

Usually helps with

Preservation, skin conditioning

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Chelating Agent

Sodium Gluconate

Badness

0.0 / 10

Helps to improve the stability of the formula by binding metal ions.

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Formula stability

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Humectant/Preservative Booster

Caprylyl Glycol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A humectant that also helps to boost the effectiveness of preservatives.

Usually helps with

Hydration, preservation

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Active

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

Badness

1.0 / 10

A peptide known for its ability to visibly reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Usually helps with

Anti-aging, wrinkle reduction

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Is this moisturizer suitable for all skin types?

It is best suited for dry, normal, and combination skin types. Those with very oily skin might find it too rich.

What does Ectoin do in this moisturizer?

Ectoin is an active ingredient that helps protect the skin from environmental stressors, supports barrier function, and boosts hydration.

Can I use this with other anti-aging treatments?

Yes, it's designed to be the final step in your routine, sealing in other treatments. However, always patch-test when introducing new products.

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