This moisturizer is designed to be a workhorse for stressed or dry skin. Its formulation aims to deliver deep hydration while actively supporting the skin's natural defenses. The texture is described as semi-rich, suggesting it provides comfort without greasiness.
Sephora price
$30.00
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Sephora reviews
4.7 / 5
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Glass take
4.7 / 5 overall fit
A rich, breathable moisturizer that effectively hydrates and supports the skin barrier, making it a great choice for dry, normal, and combination skin types prone to redness and dullness.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
An intensely moisturizing facial cream that hydrates, soothes, and supports skin’s natural repair processes with a semi-rich, breathable texture.
Smooth a small glob onto face and neck after cleansing and other formulas. This cream is perfect for both daytime and nighttime moisture.
Follow with SPF in the morning.
What Glass adds
A solid moisturizer choice for anyone looking to boost hydration and support their skin barrier. The inclusion of Ectoin and Centella Asiatica makes it particularly beneficial for calming redness and improving skin resilience. It’s a good option for dry, normal, and combination skin, and even suitable for oily types seeking barrier repair.
Barrier Repair and Hydration
Users frequently praise the moisturizer's ability to deeply hydrate and visibly improve their skin barrier, leading to softer, more supple skin.
Soothing Redness
Many reviews highlight the effectiveness of the formula in calming irritation and reducing redness, particularly for sensitive or reactive skin.
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Routine Fit
Apply this moisturizer as the final step in your skincare routine, after serums and treatments, both morning and night. Remember to follow with SPF in the AM.
Why it works
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What it actually does well
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Routine fit
Morning and Night
This moisturizer is suitable for both AM and PM use. For daytime, ensure you layer an SPF on top to protect your skin from sun damage.
Glass rating
A rich, breathable moisturizer that effectively hydrates and supports the skin barrier, making it a great choice for dry, normal, and combination skin types prone to redness and dullness.
Skin Barrier Support
4.8 / 5
The combination of Ectoin and Phytosphingosine actively works to stabilize and repair the skin barrier, which is crucial for overall skin health.
Hydration
4.7 / 5
Delivers lasting moisture without feeling heavy, suitable for various skin types seeking relief from dryness.
Redness Relief
4.6 / 5
Centella Asiatica Extract, delivered via liposomes, helps to calm irritation and reduce the appearance of redness.
Full ingredient breakdown
Solvent
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The base for most skincare formulations.
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Hydration
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Emollient
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0.0 / 10
A skin-conditioning agent that helps replenish the skin's surface with moisture.
Usually helps with
Dryness, barrier support
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Humectant
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0.0 / 10
A common and effective humectant that draws water into the skin.
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Hydration
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Emollient
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1.0 / 10
A rich emollient that can help soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness
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Can be comedogenic for some acne-prone skin types.
Emollient/Emulsifier
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0.0 / 10
A fatty alcohol that helps to soften and smooth skin, and also aids in stabilizing the formula.
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Emollience, texture
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Humectant
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0.0 / 10
A humectant that helps to attract and retain moisture in the skin.
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Hydration
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Emollient
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0.0 / 10
A mixture of triglycerides that helps to soften and smooth the skin.
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Emollience
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Occlusive
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0.0 / 10
An occlusive agent that forms a barrier on the skin to prevent water loss.
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Dryness, barrier protection
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Can feel heavy for some skin types.
Emollient/Conditioning Agent
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1.0 / 10
A silicone that provides a smooth feel and can help condition the skin.
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Texture, smoothness
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Some individuals prefer to avoid silicones.
Emulsifier
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2.0 / 10
An emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water ingredients. Can be a skin irritant for some.
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Formula stability
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Potential for irritation in sensitive skin.
Emollient/Occlusive
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0.0 / 10
A silicone that provides a smooth feel and can help create a protective barrier.
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Texture, barrier
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Some individuals prefer to avoid silicones.
Preservative
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2.0 / 10
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth. Can be an irritant for some.
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Product preservation
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Potential for irritation in sensitive skin.
Emulsifier/Thickener
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1.0 / 10
A synthetic polymer used to thicken formulations and create emulsions.
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Texture, formula stability
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Soothing Agent
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0.0 / 10
Known for its calming and healing properties, helps reduce redness and irritation.
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Redness, irritation, barrier support
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Emollient
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0.0 / 10
A highly stable emollient that mimics the skin's natural oils, providing hydration and improving suppleness.
Usually helps with
Hydration, barrier support
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Skin Protectant/Humectant
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0.0 / 10
An amino acid derivative that helps protect skin cells from environmental stress and maintains hydration.
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Barrier support, hydration, environmental protection
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Emollient/Skin-Conditioning Agent
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0.0 / 10
Essential components of cell membranes that help reinforce the skin barrier and improve moisture retention.
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Barrier support, hydration
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Emollient/Thickener
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0.0 / 10
A plant-based wax that helps to thicken the formula and provide a protective barrier.
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Texture, barrier
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Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
An emulsifier used to blend oil and water. Can be a mild irritant for some.
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Formula stability
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Potential for mild irritation.
Skin-Conditioning Agent
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0.0 / 10
A lipid that plays a role in skin barrier function and repair. It is also known for its anti-inflammatory and acne-friendly properties.
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Barrier repair, soothing, acne-prone skin
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Preservative Booster/Emollient
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1.0 / 10
A preservative booster and skin-conditioning agent. Can be a mild irritant for some.
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Product preservation, skin conditioning
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Potential for mild irritation.
Thickener
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1.0 / 10
A synthetic polymer used to thicken the product's texture.
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Texture
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Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
An emulsifier that helps to stabilize the formula.
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Formula stability
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Emulsifier/Surfactant
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3.0 / 10
A synthetic emulsifier derived from castor oil. Can be a skin irritant and may be contaminated with 1,4-dioxane.
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Formula stability
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Potential for irritation and concerns about ethoxylation.
Emulsifier
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2.0 / 10
A synthetic emulsifier that can be a mild irritant and potentially contaminated with ethoxylated compounds.
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Formula stability
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Potential for irritation and concerns about ethoxylation.
Soothing Agent
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0.0 / 10
A derivative of chamomile that has potent anti-inflammatory and soothing properties, helping to calm redness and irritation.
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Redness, inflammation, soothing
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Antioxidant
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1.0 / 10
A stable form of Vitamin E, providing antioxidant protection against free radical damage.
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Antioxidant protection
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Can be a mild irritant for some.
Humectant/Preservative Booster
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1.0 / 10
A skin-conditioning agent that also helps boost the efficacy of preservatives.
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Hydration, product preservation
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Potential for mild irritation.
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FAQ
Yes, it is formulated to be fragrance-free and contains soothing ingredients like Centella Asiatica Extract and Guaiazulene, which are beneficial for sensitive skin.
While it's described as semi-rich, it's also suitable for combination and even oily skin types, especially if your concern is barrier repair or redness. The Phytosphingosine is also acne-friendly.
Ectoin helps stabilize the skin barrier and maintain moisture, protecting against environmental stressors. Centella Asiatica Extract is known for its calming and redness-reducing properties.
