This serum focuses on hydration and plumping, using a multi-weight hyaluronic acid complex to draw moisture into the skin. It's formulated to address dryness, fine lines, and loss of firmness, particularly relevant for skin experiencing menopausal changes.
Sephora price
$85.00
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Sephora reviews
4.3 / 5
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Glass take
4.3 / 5 overall fit
A hydrating serum with multiple forms of hyaluronic acid, ideal for dry or combination skin experiencing signs of aging.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
A facial serum created with hyaluronic acid of varied molecular weights to hydrate, visibly plump, and smooth the look of fine lines that can occur during menopause.
Use twice a day after cleanser and toner.
Apply one to two pumps of product to clean, dry skin.
Gently massage onto face.
Follow with moisturizer to lock in hydration.
What Glass adds
A solid hydrating serum that lives up to its plumping claims. It's a good choice for dry or combination skin types looking to boost moisture and smooth fine lines, especially if you're experiencing hormonal shifts that affect skin hydration and elasticity.
Plumping effect
Many users noted a visible plumping effect and smoother skin texture after consistent use.
Hydration boost
The serum is praised for its ability to deeply hydrate, making skin feel supple and comfortable.
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Routine fit
Apply one to two pumps after cleansing and toning, before your moisturizer. This allows the hyaluronic acid to draw moisture from the air and your moisturizer to seal it in.
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. Using it twice daily will maximize hydration and plumping benefits.
Glass rating
A hydrating serum with multiple forms of hyaluronic acid, ideal for dry or combination skin experiencing signs of aging.
Hydration
4.5 / 5
The blend of hyaluronic acid weights delivers noticeable plumping and moisture.
Texture
4.2 / 5
Lightweight and absorbs well, layering nicely under moisturizer.
Full ingredient breakdown
Solvent
Badness
0.0 / 10
The base for most skincare formulations.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
A stable, hydrogenated form of squalene, it mimics the skin's natural oils to moisturize and soften.
Usually helps with
Dry, normal, combination skin
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Can be comedogenic for some acne-prone individuals
Solvent
Badness
0.0 / 10
A humectant and solvent that can improve product texture and skin feel.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Film Former
Badness
0.0 / 10
Helps to create a smooth film on the skin, improving texture and feel.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A classic humectant that draws water into the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Emollient
Badness
1.0 / 10
An emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Dry, normal skin
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None
Skin Conditioning Agent
Badness
1.0 / 10
A natural compound known for its protective and hydrating properties, helping skin adapt to stress.
Usually helps with
All skin types, sensitive skin
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None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A powerful humectant that can hold many times its weight in water, providing surface hydration and plumping.
Usually helps with
All skin types, dehydrated skin
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None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
Smaller fragments of GAGs that help bind moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types, dehydrated skin
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None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A smaller molecular weight form of hyaluronic acid that can penetrate deeper into the skin for sustained hydration.
Usually helps with
All skin types, dehydrated skin
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None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
The salt form of hyaluronic acid, known for its ability to attract and retain moisture.
Usually helps with
All skin types, dehydrated skin
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None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A cross-linked form of hyaluronic acid that creates a hydrating film on the skin's surface, reducing water loss.
Usually helps with
All skin types, dehydrated skin
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None
Skin Conditioning Agent
Badness
2.0 / 10
A polysaccharide derived from the Poria cocos mushroom, known for its soothing and hydrating properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types, sensitive skin
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None
Skin Conditioning Agent
Badness
2.0 / 10
A synthetic ceramide precursor that helps support the skin barrier.
Usually helps with
Dry, compromised skin
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None
Antioxidant
Badness
2.0 / 10
A flavonoid found in plants, it has antioxidant properties that can help protect skin from environmental damage.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Antioxidant
Badness
2.0 / 10
A lignan found in Magnolia bark, it has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Skin Conditioning Agent
Badness
1.0 / 10
A component of chamomile, known for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
Sensitive, irritated skin
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None
Emulsifier
Badness
1.0 / 10
A gentle emulsifier derived from apricot kernel oil.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Antioxidant
Badness
2.0 / 10
Another lignan from Magnolia bark, similar to Magnolol, with antioxidant benefits.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Emulsifier
Badness
1.0 / 10
A phospholipid that helps to emulsify ingredients and can also improve skin barrier function.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Emulsifier
Badness
2.0 / 10
An emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water ingredients.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Emulsifier
Badness
1.0 / 10
A gentle, water-soluble emulsifier.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Emulsifier
Badness
1.0 / 10
A mild emulsifier derived from polyglycerol and oleic acid.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Preservative
Badness
1.0 / 10
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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Can be irritating for some individuals
Fragrance Ingredient
Badness
3.0 / 10
A compound that gives raspberries their scent; used here as a fragrance component.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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Potential allergen for some
Preservative
Badness
2.0 / 10
A preservative that also has some humectant properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Skin Conditioning Agent
Badness
0.0 / 10
A mineral salt that can help support skin health.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A humectant that also has preservative-boosting properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Fragrance Ingredient
Badness
5.0 / 10
Adds scent to the product. Fragrance can be a common irritant for sensitive skin.
Usually helps with
Non-sensitive skin
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Potential irritant, allergen
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A PHA that acts as a humectant and mild exfoliant, with antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types, sensitive skin
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None
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A humectant that helps improve product texture and skin feel.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
None
Preservative
Badness
2.0 / 10
A common preservative that prevents microbial growth.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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Can be irritating for some individuals, especially in combination with acidic ingredients
Chelating Agent
Badness
1.0 / 10
A derivative of phytic acid that helps to stabilize the formula by binding to metal ions.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Skin Conditioning Agent
Badness
2.0 / 10
A preservative booster and skin conditioner that can improve skin feel.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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None
Exfoliant
Badness
2.0 / 10
An alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) used to adjust pH and provide mild exfoliation.
Usually helps with
All skin types
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Can cause irritation or photosensitivity at higher concentrations
Fragrance Ingredient
Badness
4.0 / 10
A common fragrance component with a rosy scent. It is a potential allergen.
Usually helps with
Non-sensitive skin
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Potential allergen
Fragrance Ingredient
Badness
4.0 / 10
A common fragrance component derived from citrus peels. It is a potential allergen and irritant.
Usually helps with
Non-sensitive skin
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Potential allergen, irritant
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FAQ
Yes, this serum is specifically formulated with multiple forms of hyaluronic acid to provide deep hydration, making it excellent for dry and combination skin types.
The plumping effect from the hyaluronic acid complex can help to visibly smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Ectoin is included for its protective and hydrating properties, helping the skin adapt to environmental stress and maintain moisture.
