A hydrating and nourishing serum with a strong emphasis on emollients and humectants, beneficial for improving skin moisture and barrier function. However, the extensive fragrance composition is a significant drawback for individuals with sensitive skin or those who prefer fragrance-free products.
Scored for skin — based on what its ingredients contribute.
What it may help with
Whether the ingredient helps increase the skin’s water content — humectants that attract water, ingredients that reduce water loss, or ones that make skin feel less dry.
From Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Whether it supports the skin barrier — restoring lipids, reducing water loss, aiding barrier repair, or strengthening the skin’s protective function.
From Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Ectoin, Squalane, Glycerin
Whether it can improve smoothness and surface texture — roughness, flaking, clogged pores, or unevenness. Exfoliating acids, retinoids, and smoothing moisturizers may score here.
From Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Panthenol, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil
Whether it can calm the skin — linked to less redness, irritation, discomfort, or visible reactivity.
From Panthenol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil, Ectoin
Whether it can help visible signs of aging — fine lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, or photoaging.
From Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Ectoin
Things to watch
Risk of allergic contact dermatitis or immune-based reactions. Fragrance allergens, preservatives, botanicals, and some dyes may score here.
From Citronellol, Fragrance, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, Linalool
Whether it can make skin more sensitive to sunlight, raising the risk of sunburn or UV-related irritation. Relevant for some exfoliating acids, retinoids, and certain plant-derived ingredients.
From Lactic Acid, Citric Acid
Risk of short-term irritation — stinging, burning, dryness, redness, or discomfort. Common for strong actives, acids, retinoids, fragrances, and harsh surfactants.
From Fragrance, Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Citronellol
Whether it may sting or irritate around the eyes. Relevant for sunscreens, fragrances, acids, surfactants, and volatile ingredients.
From Fragrance, Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Citronellol
Whether it may worsen breakouts — clogging pores, feeling heavy on acne-prone skin, or triggering comedones in some users.
GOOD · 15
NEUTRAL · 14
CAUTION · 18
This serum features a blend of hydrating, emollient, and antioxidant ingredients. It includes multiple forms of hyaluronic acid for surface and deeper hydration, alongside rice bran oil and shea butter for nourishment. Fermented ingredients and plant extracts contribute to skin barrier support and soothing properties. The formula also contains a significant amount of fragrance components.
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