This serum toner is designed to be a multi-tasker, aiming to support your skin barrier, hydrate, and prep your skin for subsequent products. It's a good option if you're looking to simplify your routine or add a targeted step for dryness and texture.
Sephora price
$40.00
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Sephora reviews
4.5 / 5
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Glass take
4.5 / 5 overall fit
A solid choice for dry and combination skin, this serum toner effectively supports the skin barrier and adds a layer of hydration without feeling heavy.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
A serum and toner that supports the skin barrier, moisturizes, softens, tones, and preps skin for the next step.
After cleansing, apply a generous amount on entire face using hands or a cotton pad to treat and then prep skin for the rest of your routine.
Follow with Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream (sold separately).
Pro Tip: Use it as a lightweight moisturizer.
What Glass adds
This product is a good option for those looking to boost their skin barrier and add hydration. It functions well as a toner or a light serum, especially for dry or combination skin types. If your skin is already well-balanced and doesn't require barrier support, you might find it redundant.
Barrier Repair
Many users found this product helped improve their skin's dryness and overall barrier function, leading to a smoother, less irritated complexion.
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Routine Fit
Apply after cleansing. You can use it as your primary toner, or as a serum step before your moisturizer. For an extra boost, consider using it as a quick, lightweight moisturizer on its own.
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 serum toner can be used both morning and night after cleansing to prep skin and provide ongoing barrier support and hydration.
Glass rating
A solid choice for dry and combination skin, this serum toner effectively supports the skin barrier and adds a layer of hydration without feeling heavy.
Skin Barrier Support
4.7 / 5
Contains ceramides and panthenol to help reinforce the skin's natural barrier and prevent moisture loss.
Hydration
4.5 / 5
Provides a good boost of hydration, making skin feel softer and more supple.
Full ingredient breakdown
Solvent
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The base of the formulation.
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Hydration
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Solvent
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1.0 / 10
Helps to dissolve other ingredients and can improve product texture.
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Texture
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Humectant
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1.0 / 10
A moisturizing ingredient that also helps to protect the skin.
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Hydration, Skin Protection
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Humectant
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1.0 / 10
A solvent and humectant that can enhance the penetration of other ingredients.
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Hydration, Ingredient Delivery
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Solvent
Badness
4.0 / 10
Can help other ingredients penetrate the skin, but can also be drying or irritating for some.
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Texture, Ingredient Delivery
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Dryness, Irritation
Humectant
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1.0 / 10
A sugar derivative that helps to hydrate and protect the skin.
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Hydration, Skin Protection
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Humectant
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0.0 / 10
A common and effective humectant that draws water to the skin.
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Humectant
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1.0 / 10
A humectant and preservative booster.
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Hydration, Preservation
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Humectant
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0.0 / 10
A form of Vitamin B5 that hydrates, soothes, and supports skin barrier function.
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Hydration, Soothing, Skin Barrier
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Humectant
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1.0 / 10
A humectant that also has antimicrobial properties.
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Hydration, Preservation
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Humectant
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1.0 / 10
A sugar alcohol that provides hydration.
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Hydration
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Humectant
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1.0 / 10
A sugar derivative that acts as a humectant and emollient.
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Hydration, Softening
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Emollient
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2.0 / 10
Softens and smooths the skin.
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Softening, Smoothing
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Emollient
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2.0 / 10
Provides a smooth feel and can improve texture.
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Texture, Softening
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Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
Helps to blend oil and water ingredients.
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Skin-Replenishing
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0.0 / 10
A lipid that is naturally found in the skin barrier, helping to maintain hydration and integrity.
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Skin Barrier, Hydration
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Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
Helps to stabilize the emulsion.
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Preservative
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2.0 / 10
A preservative that also has skin-conditioning properties.
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Preservation, Skin Conditioning
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Humectant
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0.0 / 10
A form of hyaluronic acid that attracts and holds moisture.
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Hydration
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Antioxidant
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1.0 / 10
Contains antioxidants that can help protect the skin.
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Fragrance
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5.0 / 10
Adds fragrance to the product. Can be irritating for sensitive skin.
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Irritation, Sensitivity
Emollient
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2.0 / 10
A moisturizing and emollient ingredient.
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Moisturizing, Softening
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Fragrance
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6.0 / 10
Adds fragrance. Can be phototoxic and cause irritation.
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Fragrance
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Phototoxicity, Irritation
Surfactant
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3.0 / 10
A cleansing agent and emulsifier that can be mildly irritating.
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Cleansing, Emulsifying
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Irritation
Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
Helps to stabilize the formula and can have emollient properties.
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Formulation Stability, Softening
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Thickener
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2.0 / 10
Used to thicken the product and improve texture.
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Texture
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pH Adjuster
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2.0 / 10
Used to adjust the pH of the product.
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pH Balance
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Thickener
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2.0 / 10
A common thickening agent that improves product texture.
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Texture
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Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
Helps to bind oil and water components.
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Formulation Stability
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Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
Helps to emulsify and condition the skin.
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Formulation Stability, Conditioning
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Humectant
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1.0 / 10
A sugar derivative that can help with hydration.
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Hydration
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Fragrance
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5.0 / 10
Adds fragrance. Can be irritating for some.
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Irritation
Fragrance
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5.0 / 10
A fragrance component that can cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
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Fragrance
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Allergic Reactions
Chelating Agent
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3.0 / 10
Helps to improve the stability and efficacy of the product by binding metal ions.
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Colorant
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4.0 / 10
Provides color to the product. Can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
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Allergic Reactions
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FAQ
Yes, this serum toner is formulated with ceramides and panthenol, which are excellent for hydrating and supporting the skin barrier, making it a good choice for dry skin types.
Yes, this product is suitable for combination skin as it provides hydration without being overly heavy. It can help balance the skin's needs.
After cleansing, apply a generous amount to your face using your hands or a cotton pad. It can be used to treat skin and prep it for the next steps in your routine.
