This moisturizer lives up to its name, feeling incredibly light and bouncy on the skin. It's designed to deliver a refreshing surge of hydration, leaving your complexion looking plump and radiant. The formula is a great choice for those who prefer a non-greasy finish, especially if you have oily or combination skin.
Sephora price
$48.00
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Sephora reviews
4.9 / 5
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Glass take
4.9 / 5 overall fit
A lightweight, hydrating moisturizer that is particularly well-suited for oily and combination skin types, offering a refreshing feel and visible improvements in texture and radiance.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
A light-as-water daily moisturizer that delivers a burst of refreshing hydration for visibly bouncy, soft skin and a radiant glow—beneficial for oily skin.
Cleanse your face and pat it dry.
Scoop a pearl-size amount of the cream.
Gently massage onto skin using upward, circular motions.
Use morning and night for best results.
What Glass adds
This is a solid, refreshing moisturizer that works well for oily and combination skin. Its lightweight texture and hydrating properties make it a good daily option. The inclusion of ingredients like Ginkgo Leaf Extract and Fermented Rice suggests a focus on antioxidant protection and skin brightening.
Refreshing Hydration
Users frequently mention the 'light-as-water' feel and the refreshing burst of hydration this moisturizer provides, making it a favorite for warmer weather or for those who dislike heavy creams.
Oil Control and Balance
Many reviews highlight its effectiveness for oily skin, noting that it hydrates without increasing shine or feeling greasy, and even seems to help balance oil production.
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Routine Fit
Apply this moisturizer as the final step in your morning and evening skincare routine, after serums and treatments. Its light texture makes it suitable for layering under makeup or sunscreen.
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
Where it starts to feel redundant
Routine fit
Morning and Night
This moisturizer is designed for both morning and evening use. Apply it after cleansing and any treatment steps to lock in hydration and support skin barrier function throughout the day and night.
Glass rating
A lightweight, hydrating moisturizer that is particularly well-suited for oily and combination skin types, offering a refreshing feel and visible improvements in texture and radiance.
Hydration
4.7 / 5
Provides ample moisture without feeling heavy or greasy, making it ideal for daily use.
Texture
4.8 / 5
The water-cream texture absorbs quickly, leaving skin feeling smooth and plump.
Suitability for Oily Skin
4.9 / 5
Excels at balancing oiliness and providing hydration without exacerbating shine.
Full ingredient breakdown
Solvent
Badness
0.0 / 10
The base of the formula, dissolving other ingredients.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A hydrating ingredient that also helps preserve the product.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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Can be mildly irritating for very sensitive skin
Exfoliant
Badness
3.0 / 10
Contains natural salicylates, offering mild exfoliation and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Usually helps with
Acne-prone skin, oily skin
Watch for
Can cause irritation in sensitive individuals
Chelating Agent
Badness
2.0 / 10
Helps to stabilize the formula and can offer mild exfoliating properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Buffering Agent
Badness
0.0 / 10
Helps to adjust and maintain the pH of the product.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A sugar-based ingredient that attracts and holds moisture.
Usually helps with
Dry skin, normal skin
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None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A moisturizing agent that helps to hydrate the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A classic humectant that draws water to the skin, keeping it hydrated and supple.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Thickener
Badness
0.0 / 10
A common thickening agent that improves product texture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
Mimics skin's natural sebum, providing moisture without greasiness.
Usually helps with
Oily skin, combination skin, dry skin
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None
Emollient
Badness
2.0 / 10
A rich emollient that moisturizes and soothes the skin.
Usually helps with
Dry skin, normal skin
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Can be too heavy for very oily or acne-prone skin
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A fatty alcohol that softens and smooths skin, also acts as an emulsifier.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A fatty alcohol that helps to soften and condition the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A fatty alcohol that provides emollience and can help thicken formulations.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Emulsifier
Badness
0.0 / 10
A plant-derived emulsifier that helps blend oil and water components.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Emulsifier
Badness
0.0 / 10
An emulsifier that helps to create a stable cream formulation.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Emulsifier
Badness
0.0 / 10
A common emulsifier and emollient derived from glycerin and stearic acid.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A fatty alcohol that softens and smooths the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A lightweight emollient that provides a smooth feel and helps with spreadability.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that improves product texture.
Usually helps with
Oily skin, combination skin
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None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A derivative of olive oil that provides moisturizing and emollient properties.
Usually helps with
Dry skin, normal skin
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None
Antioxidant
Badness
1.0 / 10
Vitamin E, an antioxidant that protects skin from free radical damage.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Antioxidant
Badness
2.0 / 10
Rich in antioxidants, it helps protect skin from environmental damage and supports barrier function.
Usually helps with
All skin types, mature skin
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None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A common humectant and solvent that helps to hydrate and improve product texture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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Can be a penetration enhancer, potentially increasing irritation from other ingredients
Brightening Agent
Badness
2.0 / 10
Fermented rice extract known for its brightening and skin-refining properties.
Usually helps with
Dull skin, uneven texture
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None
Antioxidant
Badness
1.0 / 10
Green tea extract, a potent antioxidant that soothes and protects the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types, sensitive skin
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None
Antioxidant
Badness
2.0 / 10
Vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that brightens skin and supports collagen production.
Usually helps with
Dull skin, uneven tone
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Can be unstable and irritating, especially at high concentrations or low pH
Soothing Agent
Badness
1.0 / 10
Cherry blossom extract, known for its soothing and antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types, sensitive skin
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None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A hydrating ingredient that also acts as a solvent and can improve product texture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Humectant
Badness
2.0 / 10
A mushroom extract known for its hydrating and skin-conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
Dry skin, normal skin
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None
Fragrance
Badness
4.0 / 10
Provides a woody scent.
Usually helps with
None
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Potential allergen, can cause irritation for sensitive skin
Fragrance
Badness
4.0 / 10
Provides a woody, balsamic scent.
Usually helps with
None
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Potential allergen, can cause irritation for sensitive skin
Fragrance
Badness
4.0 / 10
Adds a spicy, aromatic scent.
Usually helps with
None
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Potential allergen, can cause irritation for sensitive skin
Fragrance
Badness
4.0 / 10
Provides a floral, calming scent.
Usually helps with
None
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Potential allergen, can cause irritation or photosensitivity in some individuals
Fragrance
Badness
4.0 / 10
Adds an earthy, musky scent.
Usually helps with
None
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Potential allergen, can cause irritation for sensitive skin
Fragrance
Badness
4.0 / 10
Contributes a herbaceous aroma.
Usually helps with
None
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Potential allergen, can cause irritation for sensitive skin
Fragrance
Badness
5.0 / 10
A blend of aromatic compounds that provide scent.
Usually helps with
None
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Can be a common cause of skin irritation and allergic reactions
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FAQ
Yes, this moisturizer is specifically highlighted as being beneficial for oily skin due to its light-as-water texture and hydrating, non-greasy finish.
It provides refreshing hydration, leaves skin visibly bouncy and soft, promotes a radiant glow, and helps defend against free radicals. It also targets dullness and loss of firmness.
While it's formulated for oily and combination skin, it provides hydration. However, if you have very dry skin, you might find it not rich enough and may prefer a heavier cream.
