This water cream moisturizer is designed to provide intense, long-lasting hydration. Its formula aims to combat the effects of digital aging and skin fatigue, leaving skin feeling plump and revitalized.
Sephora price
$84.00
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Sephora reviews
4.7 / 5
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Glass take
4.7 / 5 overall fit
A deeply hydrating moisturizer that combats digital aging and skin fatigue, ideal for dry, combination, and normal skin types.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
A lightweight moisturizer formulated with AquaPort Technology that delivers faster, deeper, more effective, up-to-24-hour hydration for thirsty, fatigued skin.
After using HydraKate™ Recharging Serum (sold separately), apply one to two pumps to entire face, AM and PM.
Allow to fully absorb before applying SPF or makeup.
What Glass adds
This is a solid moisturizer for anyone seeking deep hydration and a boost against environmental stressors like blue light. Its lightweight feel makes it versatile, but it's best suited for skin that needs more than just surface-level moisture.
Hydration boost
Many users praise the intense hydration and how it combats dryness and dullness, leaving skin feeling plump and refreshed.
Combating digital fatigue
The inclusion of blue light-activated algae extract is noted for its potential to address signs of digital aging, a growing concern for many.
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Routine fit
Apply one to two pumps after your serum, both morning and night. Ensure it fully absorbs before adding SPF or makeup to allow the formula to work effectively.
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 suitable for both AM and PM routines, providing continuous hydration and protection throughout the day and night.
Glass rating
A deeply hydrating moisturizer that combats digital aging and skin fatigue, ideal for dry, combination, and normal skin types.
Hydration
4.8 / 5
Users report significant and lasting hydration, with the AquaPort Technology effectively delivering moisture.
Texture
4.6 / 5
The water cream texture is lightweight and absorbs well, making it suitable for various skin types.
Full ingredient breakdown
Solvent
Badness
0.0 / 10
The primary ingredient in most skincare, acting as a base for other components.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
None
Emollient/Occlusive
Badness
1.0 / 10
A silicone that provides a smooth feel and helps to create a barrier on the skin, reducing water loss.
Usually helps with
Most skin types, especially dry
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Can feel heavy on very oily skin; some prefer to avoid silicones.
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A common and effective humectant that draws moisture from the air into the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Solvent/Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A plant-derived ingredient that helps to dissolve other ingredients and also attracts moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
None
Emollient
Badness
2.0 / 10
A silicone derivative that provides a smooth, non-greasy feel and can help improve product spreadability.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
Watch for
Silicones can be a concern for some individuals.
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A molecule that helps to improve skin hydration and barrier function by promoting aquaporin synthesis.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially dry
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None
Emulsifier/Thickener
Badness
2.0 / 10
A silicone-based ingredient that helps to stabilize the formula and provide a smooth texture.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
Watch for
Silicones can be a concern for some individuals.
Antioxidant
Badness
2.0 / 10
An extract from blue-green algae rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, known for its anti-aging properties and ability to combat digital aging.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially aging or environmentally stressed skin
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None
Peptide
Badness
3.0 / 10
A signaling peptide that helps to reduce inflammation and promote collagen production, contributing to firmer skin.
Usually helps with
Aging skin, skin concerned with inflammation
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Peptides are generally well-tolerated.
Antioxidant/Soothing
Badness
1.0 / 10
Contains antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties, helping to soothe skin and protect against damage.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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Can be a potential irritant for very sensitive skin in high concentrations.
Soothing/Anti-inflammatory
Badness
1.0 / 10
Known for its calming and healing properties, it helps to soothe irritated skin.
Usually helps with
Sensitive, irritated skin
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None
Antioxidant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A form of Vitamin E that provides antioxidant protection against free radical damage.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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Can be comedogenic for some acne-prone individuals.
Antioxidant
Badness
1.0 / 10
Pure Vitamin E, a potent antioxidant that protects skin from environmental damage.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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Can be comedogenic for some acne-prone individuals.
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A smaller molecular weight form of hyaluronic acid that can penetrate the skin more effectively to provide hydration.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially dehydrated
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None
Preservative/Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A preservative that also has emollient properties, helping to condition the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be a mild irritant for some.
Emollient/Film Former
Badness
2.0 / 10
A silicone that provides a smooth feel and can help form a protective barrier on the skin.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
Watch for
Silicones can be a concern for some individuals.
Emulsifier/Skin-Conditioning Agent
Badness
1.0 / 10
A natural phospholipid that helps to emulsify ingredients and can improve skin barrier function.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Antioxidant/Anti-inflammatory
Badness
3.0 / 10
A flavonoid found in passionflower, known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It can help with bruising and dark circles.
Usually helps with
Skin with inflammation, dark circles
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Can be a potential irritant for very sensitive skin.
Emulsifier
Badness
2.0 / 10
A silicone-based emulsifier used to blend oil and water ingredients in the formula.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
Watch for
Silicones can be a concern for some individuals.
Viscosity Adjuster
Badness
0.0 / 10
Salt, used to adjust the thickness of the product.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Viscosity Adjuster/Emulsifier
Badness
2.0 / 10
A clay-derived ingredient used to thicken the formula and improve texture.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
Watch for
None
Humectant/Exfoliant (in high concentrations)
Badness
0.0 / 10
Sugar, acts as a humectant to draw moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Buffering Agent
Badness
0.0 / 10
A salt of citric acid used to adjust the pH of the product.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Fragrance
Badness
5.0 / 10
Adds scent to the product. Can be a common cause of skin irritation and allergic reactions.
Usually helps with
None
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Potential irritant for sensitive, reactive, or allergy-prone skin.
Solvent/Preservative
Badness
1.0 / 10
A multifunctional ingredient used as a solvent and preservative booster.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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Can cause mild irritation in some individuals.
Fragrance Ingredient/Solvent
Badness
2.0 / 10
A derivative of citric acid used as a solvent and sometimes as a fragrance component. Can have mild skin conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
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Potential irritant for very sensitive skin.
Solvent
Badness
2.0 / 10
A solvent that helps to dissolve other ingredients and can improve product texture. It is a type of glycol ether.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
Watch for
Can be irritating for some individuals, especially in high concentrations.
Humectant/Preservative
Badness
1.0 / 10
A humectant that helps to hydrate the skin and also acts as a preservative booster.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated.
Chelating Agent
Badness
1.0 / 10
Helps to improve the stability and performance of the product by binding to metal ions.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
None
Preservative
Badness
3.0 / 10
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetics. It can be a skin irritant for some.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
Watch for
Potential irritant for sensitive skin; use in moderation.
Fragrance Component
Badness
4.0 / 10
A naturally occurring compound found in many plants, used for its floral scent. It is a common allergen.
Usually helps with
None
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Potential allergen and irritant for sensitive skin.
Fragrance Component
Badness
4.0 / 10
A naturally occurring compound found in citrus fruit peels, used for its citrus scent. It can be a skin irritant and allergen.
Usually helps with
None
Watch for
Potential allergen and irritant for sensitive skin.
Formula support
Badness
2.0 / 10
Included in the source ingredient list. Glass treats this as part of the supporting formula unless it overlaps with a known active, preservative, or fragrance flag.
Usually helps with
Formula completeness and routine context
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Personal sensitivity, especially if your skin is reactive or the ingredient overlaps with other products in your routine
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FAQ
Yes, this moisturizer is specifically recommended for dry, combination, and normal skin types due to its hydrating properties.
The formula contains ingredients like peptides and blue light-activated algae extract that aim to combat signs of aging, such as fine lines and dullness.
Yes, it's described as a lightweight water cream that absorbs quickly into the skin.
