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Hanyul Mini Red Rice Hydrating Serum with Ceramide

This Hanyul serum focuses on delivering deep hydration and strengthening the skin barrier. Its lightweight texture makes it suitable for daily use, and it pairs well with other products in the Red Rice line.

Sephora price

$15.00

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Sephora reviews

4.6 / 5

About 30 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

Shoppers keep mentioning

CeramideGood for: Uneven TextureGood for: Skin BarrierGood for: Loss of firmnessGood for: DrynessNiacinamideRice Vegan Ceramide™ (Fermented Rice Extract and Ceramide): Hydrate and strengthen the skin barrier.Seaweed (Algae)-Derived Extensin: Works like collagen to help improve visible firmness.Squalane and Panthenol (Vitamin B5): Nourish. Meet Hanyul, where traditional Korean remedies meet modern skin solutions. Inspired by ancient wisdom, time-tested Korean ingredients are seasonally harvested from region-specific farms at the highest quality—artisanally transformed into holistic, simple regimens that care for both skin and mind.DrynessUneven Textureand Loss of Firmness and Elasticity

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Glass take

4.6 / 5 overall fit

A hydrating serum that targets dryness and uneven texture with fermented rice and ceramides.

Hanyul Mini Red Rice Hydrating Serum with Ceramide

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

A daily lightweight serum infused with Korean fermented red rice extract and ceramide to help intensely nourish dry skin with plumping hydration.

NormalDryand CombinationDrynessUneven Textureand Loss of Firmness and Elasticity

After toner and before cream, gently massage a few pumps onto your face and neck.

Use morning and night.

Layer on as needed for added moisture.

Try pairing with Red Rice Hydrating Cream (sold separately) for an extra dose of hydration and barrier strengthening.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

A solid hydrating serum that leverages fermented rice and ceramides to support dry and textured skin. It's a good option for those looking to boost moisture and improve skin resilience.

Hydration boost

Many users found this serum to be very effective at combating dryness and leaving their skin feeling supple and moisturized.

Barrier repair

The inclusion of ceramides and fermented rice extract is noted for its ability to strengthen and support the skin's natural barrier.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

Dry or dehydrated skin
Improving skin texture
Supporting a healthy skin barrier

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

You have very oily skin and don't need extra hydration
You are sensitive to fragrance

Routine fit

Where this serum fits in

Apply after cleansing and toning, and before your moisturizer. It can be used both morning and night to layer hydration and support your skin barrier.

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

Intense hydration
Barrier support
Texture improvement
Lightweight feel

Where it starts to feel redundant

Contains fragrance
Small size for the price

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Morning and Night

This serum is designed for daily use, morning and night, to provide consistent hydration and barrier support.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.6/ 5 overall

A hydrating serum that targets dryness and uneven texture with fermented rice and ceramides.

Hydration

4.7 / 5

Badness

2.0 / 10

Helps improve skin texture, reduce redness, and support barrier function.

Usually helps with

Uneven texture, redness, barrier support

Watch for

Can sometimes cause flushing in sensitive individuals.

Preservative/Humectant

1,2-Hexanediol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A multi-tasking ingredient that preserves the formula and adds hydration.

Usually helps with

Hydration, preservation

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Thickener

Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate

Badness

0.0 / 10

Helps give the serum its texture.

Usually helps with

Texture

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Active

Rice Ferment Filtrate (Sake)

Badness

1.0 / 10

Rich in amino acids and antioxidants, it helps to hydrate and brighten the skin.

Usually helps with

Hydration, brightening

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Thickener

Carbomer

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to create gel textures.

Usually helps with

Texture

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Surfactant/Emulsifier

Ppg-13-Decyltetradeceth-24

Badness

1.0 / 10

Helps to blend oil and water ingredients.

Usually helps with

Formulation stability

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Emulsifier/Thickener

Synthetic Wax

Badness

0.0 / 10

Helps to stabilize the formula and improve texture.

Usually helps with

Texture, stability

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pH Adjuster

Tromethamine

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to balance the pH of the product.

Usually helps with

Formulation stability

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Emollient

Squalane

Badness

0.0 / 10

A highly effective emollient that moisturizes and softens the skin without feeling heavy.

Usually helps with

Moisturization, softening

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Humectant/Preservative Booster

Caprylyl Glycol

Badness

0.0 / 10

Adds moisture and helps preserve the formula.

Usually helps with

Hydration, preservation

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Preservative Booster/Emollient

Ethylhexylglycerin

Badness

1.0 / 10

Enhances preservation and adds emollient properties.

Usually helps with

Preservation, skin conditioning

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Skin Conditioning

Adenosine

Badness

1.0 / 10

Known for its anti-aging and soothing properties.

Usually helps with

Soothing, anti-aging

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Emulsifier

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Badness

0.0 / 10

Helps to mix oil and water ingredients and can have skin-conditioning benefits.

Usually helps with

Emulsification, skin conditioning

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Fragrance

Fragrance/Parfum

Badness

5.0 / 10

Adds a scent to the product.

Usually helps with

Scent

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Can be irritating for sensitive skin.

Active

Panthenol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A humectant that attracts and holds moisture, while also soothing the skin.

Usually helps with

Hydration, soothing

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Emulsifier

Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate

Badness

0.0 / 10

Helps to blend oil and water ingredients.

Usually helps with

Emulsification

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Chelating Agent

Disodium EDTA

Badness

1.0 / 10

Helps to improve the stability and efficacy of the product.

Usually helps with

Product stability

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Preservative/Skin Conditioning

Lactobacillus Ferment

Badness

1.0 / 10

A probiotic-derived ingredient that can help support the skin barrier.

Usually helps with

Barrier support, preservation

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Active

Ceramide NP

Badness

0.0 / 10

A crucial lipid that helps to restore and maintain the skin's barrier function, preventing moisture loss.

Usually helps with

Barrier repair, moisturization

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Skin Conditioning

Cholesterol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A fatty alcohol that helps to support the skin barrier and improve hydration.

Usually helps with

Barrier support, hydration

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Emulsifier/Emollient

Stearic Acid

Badness

0.0 / 10

Helps to create a smooth texture and condition the skin.

Usually helps with

Texture, skin conditioning

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Skin Conditioning

Hydrolyzed Extensin

Badness

1.0 / 10

A plant-derived protein that can help improve skin firmness.

Usually helps with

Firmness

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Emollient

Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil

Badness

0.0 / 10

Mimics skin's natural sebum, providing moisture and balance.

Usually helps with

Moisturization, balancing

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Emulsifier

Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate

Badness

0.0 / 10

Helps to blend oil and water ingredients.

Usually helps with

Emulsification

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Emulsifier/Emollient

Palmitic Acid

Badness

0.0 / 10

Helps to create a smooth texture and condition the skin.

Usually helps with

Texture, skin conditioning

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Antioxidant

Tocopherol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A form of Vitamin E that helps protect the skin from environmental damage.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Is this serum good for dry skin?

Yes, this serum is specifically formulated to intensely nourish dry skin with plumping hydration, thanks to ingredients like fermented red rice extract and ceramides.

Does this serum contain fragrance?

Yes, the ingredient list includes 'Fragrance/Parfum'. If you have a sensitivity to fragrance, you may want to patch test or consider alternatives.

What is the main benefit of this serum?

The main benefits are intense hydration, strengthening the skin barrier, and improving skin texture.

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