This essence is designed to prep the skin, offering a dose of hydration and antioxidants. It feels lightweight and absorbs quickly, making it a versatile step in many routines.
Sephora price
$59.00
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Sephora reviews
4.7 / 5
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Glass take
4.7 / 5 overall fit
A hydrating and antioxidant-rich essence that works for most skin types, providing a good base for subsequent treatments.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
A skin-nourishing formula packed with antioxidants, amino acids, and minerals that soften, visibly brighten, and protect against external stressors.
Apply to clean skin morning and night after cleansing.
Gently press into the skin on your face and neck until fully absorbed.
Follow with any serums and moisturizer.
What Glass adds
A solid toner-essence hybrid that delivers on hydration and antioxidant support. It’s a good choice for those looking to boost their routine with gentle, beneficial ingredients.
Skin feel
Users appreciate the refreshing feel and how it leaves skin soft and plump.
Routine integration
Many find it fits seamlessly into their existing routines, enhancing the effectiveness of other products.
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Routine fit
Apply this essence after cleansing and before applying serums or moisturizers. It acts as a hydrating and protective layer, preparing your skin for the next steps.
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 essence is suitable for both morning and nighttime routines. Use it after cleansing to refresh and hydrate your skin.
Glass rating
A hydrating and antioxidant-rich essence that works for most skin types, providing a good base for subsequent treatments.
Hydration
4.5 / 5
Effectively hydrates without feeling heavy, making it suitable for both dry and oily skin.
Antioxidant protection
4.6 / 5
The blend of botanical extracts offers good defense against environmental stressors.
Full ingredient breakdown
Solvent
Badness
0.0 / 10
The base of the formulation.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Active
Badness
1.0 / 10
A fermented ingredient that can help brighten, soften, and improve skin texture.
Usually helps with
Dullness, uneven texture
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None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A common humectant that draws moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness
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None
Active
Badness
1.0 / 10
Bamboo extract, known for its hydrating and soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Dryness, irritation
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None
Active
Badness
2.0 / 10
A versatile vitamin that helps with barrier function, tone, and texture.
Usually helps with
Redness, pores, uneven tone
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Can cause flushing in some individuals
Antioxidant
Badness
1.0 / 10
Rich in vitamins and antioxidants, known for its skin-conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
Dullness, skin tone
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None
Antioxidant
Badness
1.0 / 10
Contains antioxidants that help protect the skin.
Usually helps with
Skin protection
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None
Antioxidant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A well-known antioxidant that helps soothe and protect the skin.
Usually helps with
Redness, environmental protection
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None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
Adds a softening and conditioning effect to the skin.
Usually helps with
Softening skin
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None
Solvent
Badness
2.0 / 10
A solvent and humectant that can help with product texture.
Usually helps with
Texture enhancement
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Can be irritating for some sensitive skin types
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A humectant that also has preservative properties.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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None
Active
Badness
3.0 / 10
A stable derivative of Vitamin C that offers antioxidant benefits and can help brighten skin.
Usually helps with
Brightening, antioxidant support
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Can be less potent than L-Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Badness
2.0 / 10
A form of Vitamin E that acts as an antioxidant and skin conditioner.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning, antioxidant support
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Can be comedogenic for acne-prone skin
Chelating Agent
Badness
0.0 / 10
Helps to improve the stability and performance of the formula.
Usually helps with
Product stability
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None
Preservative
Badness
1.0 / 10
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth.
Usually helps with
Product preservation
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Can interact with Vitamin C to form benzene
Preservative
Badness
1.0 / 10
A gentle preservative that prevents the growth of mold and yeast.
Usually helps with
Product preservation
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None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A humectant that also has antimicrobial properties.
Usually helps with
Hydration, preservation
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None
Emulsifier
Badness
2.0 / 10
An emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water ingredients.
Usually helps with
Formulation stability
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Can be irritating for some
Thickener
Badness
0.0 / 10
A common thickening agent that improves product texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
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None
Fragrance
Badness
5.0 / 10
Adds a scent to the product. Can be a potential irritant for sensitive skin.
Usually helps with
Sensory experience
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Irritation, allergic reactions
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A humectant and solvent with antimicrobial properties.
Usually helps with
Hydration, preservation
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None
Fragrance Component
Badness
4.0 / 10
A common fragrance ingredient derived from citrus peels. Can be a potential allergen.
Usually helps with
Scent
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Allergic reactions, skin sensitivity
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FAQ
Yes, this essence is formulated to be beneficial for normal, dry, combination, and oily skin types, with a particular focus on hydration and antioxidant protection.
This essence is designed to be a hydrating and protective step, so it can generally be used alongside other active ingredients. However, always patch-test and observe your skin's reaction.
Sake extract (Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate) is a key ingredient known for its ability to visibly brighten and soften the skin, thanks to its rich content of amino acids and minerals.
