This serum is all about quenching thirsty skin. With a significant amount of glycerin, it’s designed to draw moisture in and keep it there, making it a great option for anyone struggling with dryness or a compromised skin barrier.
Sephora price
$28.00
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Sephora reviews
4.6 / 5
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Glass take
4.6 / 5 overall fit
A deeply hydrating serum that excels at replenishing the skin barrier and soothing dryness. It’s a solid choice for most skin types, especially those focused on hydration and resilience.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
A juicy serum powered by 30 percent glycerin that delivers intense hydration, soothes irritation, and supports the barrier for visibly plump, resilient skin over time.
Apply one to two pumps on clean, damp skin before moisturizer.
Follow with SPF in the morning.
Perfect for both daytime and nighttime hydration.
What Glass adds
A no-nonsense hydrating serum that delivers on its promises. It’s a reliable choice for boosting moisture and supporting skin health, particularly for dry or dehydrated complexions.
Hydration Hero
Users consistently praise the serum's ability to provide deep, long-lasting hydration, noting a significant improvement in skin's moisture levels and overall comfort.
Barrier Repair
Many reviews highlight how this serum helped to repair and strengthen their skin barrier, reducing redness and sensitivity.
Best for
Skip if
Routine fit
Apply this serum to clean, slightly damp skin. It works best as a hydrating layer before your moisturizer. For daytime use, always follow with SPF.
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 is suitable for both morning and evening routines. Its hydrating properties make it a great addition to any time of day, especially when skin needs an extra boost of moisture.
Glass rating
A deeply hydrating serum that excels at replenishing the skin barrier and soothing dryness. It’s a solid choice for most skin types, especially those focused on hydration and resilience.
Hydration
4.8 / 5
The high glycerin content delivers immediate and lasting moisture, leaving skin feeling plump and comfortable.
Barrier Support
4.7 / 5
Ingredients like glycerin and polyglutamic acid work together to strengthen and support the skin's natural barrier.
Full ingredient breakdown
Solvent
Badness
0.0 / 10
The base for most skincare formulations.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Watch for
None
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A powerful humectant that draws water into the skin, supporting hydration and barrier function. Essential for plump, healthy-looking skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness, barrier support, hydration
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None
Solvent/Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A versatile ingredient that helps to improve product texture and deliver hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration, texture enhancement
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None
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A derivative of glycerin that provides enhanced moisturizing properties.
Usually helps with
Intense hydration
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None
Active
Badness
2.0 / 10
A multi-tasking ingredient that helps to improve skin barrier function, reduce inflammation, and minimize the appearance of pores. Can also help with oil control and tone.
Usually helps with
Barrier support, redness, pores, tone
Watch for
Can cause flushing or irritation in some individuals, especially at higher concentrations.
Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
A lightweight, non-comedogenic emollient that mimics the skin's natural oils, providing moisture and improving suppleness.
Usually helps with
Dryness, hydration, softening
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None
Thickener
Badness
1.0 / 10
A synthetic polymer used to thicken formulations and improve texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
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None
Soothing Agent
Badness
0.0 / 10
Known for its soothing and skin-conditioning properties, it helps to calm irritation and promote healing.
Usually helps with
Soothing, calming, healing
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None
Preservative
Badness
2.0 / 10
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetic products.
Usually helps with
Product preservation
Watch for
Can be irritating for some sensitive skin types.
Soothing Agent
Badness
0.0 / 10
A component of chamomile, known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, calming redness
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None
Thickener
Badness
1.0 / 10
Used to thicken cosmetic formulations.
Usually helps with
Texture
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None
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A powerful humectant that can hold significantly more water than hyaluronic acid, providing intense hydration and plumping the skin.
Usually helps with
Deep hydration, plumping, moisture retention
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None
Antioxidant
Badness
2.0 / 10
A mineral extract that provides antioxidant benefits and can help protect the skin.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
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None
Antioxidant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A form of Vitamin E, it acts as an antioxidant to protect the skin from free radical damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection, skin conditioning
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None
Chelating Agent
Badness
1.0 / 10
Helps to improve the stability and performance of formulations by binding to metal ions.
Usually helps with
Product stability
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None
Preservative
Badness
3.0 / 10
A common preservative, though concerns exist about potential endocrine disruption.
Usually helps with
Product preservation
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Potential for skin irritation and endocrine disruption concerns.
Preservative
Badness
3.0 / 10
A common preservative, though concerns exist about potential endocrine disruption.
Usually helps with
Product preservation
Watch for
Potential for skin irritation and endocrine disruption concerns.
Soothing Agent
Badness
0.0 / 10
Also known as prickly pear extract, it has hydrating and soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, hydration
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None
Humectant/Solvent
Badness
2.0 / 10
A common humectant and solvent that can help improve product texture and hydration, but can be irritating for some.
Usually helps with
Hydration, texture
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Can cause irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Antioxidant/Soothing Agent
Badness
1.0 / 10
Ginger extract can offer antioxidant and soothing benefits.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, soothing
Watch for
Can be a potential irritant for some.
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FAQ
Yes, this serum is excellent for dry skin due to its high concentration of glycerin and polyglutamic acid, which provide intense hydration and support the skin barrier.
While it's formulated for dry to combination skin, oily skin types can use it if they are experiencing dehydration or need extra barrier support. However, those with very oily skin might find it too rich.
The combination of glycerin, polyglutamic acid, and niacinamide works to replenish moisture, strengthen the skin's natural defenses, and reduce irritation, thereby supporting a healthy skin barrier.
