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LANEIGE Mini Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Gel Moisturizer with Mint Extract

This gel moisturizer is designed to deliver a burst of hydration with a cooling sensation, making it a good option for those who prefer lighter textures, especially in warmer weather or for oilier skin types.

Sephora price

$22.00

Price matters most when you are trying to learn whether this lane belongs in your routine without turning the test into a luxury gamble.

Sephora reviews

4.4 / 5

About 84 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

Shoppers keep mentioning

HypoallergenicRefill AvailableBest for Oily, Combo, Normal SkinHyaluronic AcidHydratingGood for: DrynessBlue Hyaluronic Acid: Delivers effective, long-lasting hydration.Mint Leaf Extract: Helps refresh and cool.Forest Yeast Extract: Provides soothing benefits to the skin.DrynessDullness

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Glass take

4.3 / 5 overall fit

A lightweight, refreshing gel moisturizer that provides good hydration for oily and combination skin types without feeling heavy.

LANEIGE Mini Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Gel Moisturizer with Mint Extract

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

A cool, refreshing gel bursting with soothing hydration that is hypoallergenic, dermatologist-tested, and suitable for sensitive skin—perfect for oily to combination skin types.

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Apply evenly to your face in the morning and evening after cleansing, toning, and applying serum.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

This gel moisturizer is a solid choice for oily and combination skin seeking lightweight hydration. The mint extract offers a refreshing feel, and the blue hyaluronic acid provides a good base level of moisture. It's best used as a daily hydrator, particularly if your skin tends to feel slick or congested with heavier creams.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

  • Oily and combination skin
  • Sensitive skin
  • Those who prefer gel textures
  • Daily hydration

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

  • You have very dry or mature skin that needs richer emollients
  • You dislike the sensation of mint or fragrance in skincare

Routine fit

Where this actually belongs

Apply this gel moisturizer after your serums and before any heavier creams or occlusives, if you use them. It works well in both morning and evening routines, especially if your skin feels balanced or slightly oily.

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

  • Lightweight gel texture
  • Refreshing feel from mint extract
  • Good for oily and combination skin
  • Hypoallergenic and dermatologist-tested

Where it starts to feel redundant

  • May not be hydrating enough for very dry skin
  • Contains fragrance

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Morning or night

This moisturizer can be used morning and night. Its lightweight nature makes it suitable for daytime wear under makeup, and its hydrating properties are beneficial for overnight recovery.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.3/ 5 overall

A lightweight, refreshing gel moisturizer that provides good hydration for oily and combination skin types without feeling heavy.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Solvent

Water/Aqua/Eau

Badness

0.0 / 10

The base of the formula, providing hydration.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Humectant

Propanediol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A humectant that draws moisture to the skin and can improve the texture of the product.

Usually helps with

Hydration, texture enhancement

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Humectant

Glycerin

Badness

0.0 / 10

A classic humectant that attracts water to the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Emollient

Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil

Badness

1.0 / 10

A plant-derived oil that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

Usually helps with

Emollience, skin softening

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Humectant

Betaine

Badness

1.0 / 10

A moisturizing ingredient that helps to retain water in the skin.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Emollient

Behenyl Alcohol

Badness

2.0 / 10

A fatty alcohol that acts as an emollient and thickener, helping to smooth and soften skin.

Usually helps with

Emollience, skin softening

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Can be comedogenic for some

Humectant

1,2-Hexanediol

Badness

2.0 / 10

A multi-functional ingredient used as a humectant, solvent, and preservative booster.

Usually helps with

Hydration, preservation

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Can be irritating in high concentrations

Thickener

Carbomer

Badness

1.0 / 10

A thickening agent used to create gel textures.

Usually helps with

Product texture

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pH Adjuster

Tromethamine

Badness

1.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of the product.

Usually helps with

Formulation stability

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Emollient

Jojoba Esters

Badness

1.0 / 10

Derived from jojoba oil, these esters act as emollients to soften and smooth the skin.

Usually helps with

Emollience, skin softening

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Emollient

Arachidyl Alcohol

Badness

2.0 / 10

A fatty alcohol that functions as an emollient and emulsifier.

Usually helps with

Emollience, texture

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Can be comedogenic for some

Emollient

Glyceryl Caprylate

Badness

2.0 / 10

A fatty acid derivative that acts as an emollient and has antimicrobial properties.

Usually helps with

Emollience, skin conditioning

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Humectant

Butylene Glycol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A humectant that helps to draw moisture into the skin and can improve product absorption.

Usually helps with

Hydration, absorption

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Emollient

Ethylhexylglycerin

Badness

2.0 / 10

A skin-conditioning agent and preservative booster.

Usually helps with

Skin conditioning, preservation

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Chelating Agent

Disodium EDTA

Badness

1.0 / 10

Helps to improve the stability of the product by binding to metal ions.

Usually helps with

Product stability

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Emulsifier

Arachidyl Glucoside

Badness

1.0 / 10

A gentle emulsifier derived from plant sources, helping to blend oil and water.

Usually helps with

Emulsification

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Soothing Agent

Mentha Arvensis Leaf Extract

Badness

3.0 / 10

Derived from mint, it provides a cooling and refreshing sensation.

Usually helps with

Cooling, refreshing

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Can be irritating for sensitive skin; potential for contact dermatitis

Fragrance

Fragrance/Parfum

Badness

5.0 / 10

Adds a scent to the product.

Usually helps with

Sensory experience

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Can cause irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals

Humectant

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Badness

1.0 / 10

A smaller molecular weight form of hyaluronic acid that can penetrate the skin more easily, providing hydration.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Antioxidant

Malachite Extract

Badness

2.0 / 10

A mineral extract known for its antioxidant properties.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

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Skin Conditioning Agent

Aureobasidium Pullulans Ferment

Badness

1.0 / 10

A fermented ingredient that can help to condition and moisturize the skin.

Usually helps with

Skin conditioning, hydration

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Antioxidant

Tocopherol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A form of Vitamin E, it acts as an antioxidant to protect the skin from free radical damage.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

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Skin Conditioning Agent

Undaria Pinnatifida Extract

Badness

2.0 / 10

An extract from a type of seaweed, known for its skin-conditioning properties.

Usually helps with

Skin conditioning

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Is this moisturizer good for oily skin?

Yes, this gel moisturizer is specifically formulated for oily and combination skin types due to its lightweight, refreshing texture.

Can sensitive skin use this product?

The product is hypoallergenic and dermatologist-tested, making it suitable for sensitive skin, though individual reactions to fragrance can vary.

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