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12% Barrier Boost Serum With Ceramides + Niacinamide

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9 of 67 ingredients flagged

Silicone
Phenyl Trimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone
Fungal acne trigger
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Polysorbate 20, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Saccharomyces Ferment Lysate Filtrate
Strong active
Lactic Acid

Key ingredientsNiacinamide, Squalane, Alpha Arbutin, Ceramides, Lactic Acid, Panthenol (B5)

Ingredients

In label order. Tap one to learn what it does.

  1. 1Aqua

    The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.

  2. 2Niacinamide

    Vitamin B3. Balances oil, refines pores, fades marks and strengthens the barrier. A true all-rounder.

  3. 3Glycerine

    A skincare MVP. Draws water into skin and supports the barrier.

  4. 43 Butylene glycol
  5. 5Xylitylglucoside
  6. 6Anhydroxylitol
  7. 7Xylitol

    Water-binding sugars that keep skin hydrated.

  8. 8Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
  9. 9Ethoxydiglycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  10. 10Propanediol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  11. 11Phenyl TrimethiconeSilicone

    Gives a smooth, silky slip and helps lock in moisture.

  12. 12CyclopentasiloxaneSilicone

    Gives a smooth, silky slip and helps lock in moisture.

  13. 13DimethiconeSilicone

    Silicone that gives a silky finish and a breathable moisture barrier.

  14. 14Aqua

    The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.

  15. 15Polysilicone-11
  16. 16Butylene Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  17. 17Decyl Glucoside

    A gentle cleansing or conditioning agent.

  18. 18Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed OilFungal acne trigger

    A nourishing plant oil that softens and protects skin.

  19. 19Methylsilanol Mannuronate
  20. 20Squalane

    Lightweight, skin-identical oil that softens without feeling greasy.

  21. 21Cetearyl Olivate

    Helps oil and water mix into a smooth emulsion.

  22. 22Sorbitan Olivate

    Helps oil and water mix into a smooth emulsion.

  23. 23Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
  24. 24Betaine

    Gentle hydrator from sugar beets that helps calm irritation.

  25. 25Sodium PCA

    Part of your skin’s natural moisturizing factor.

  26. 26Sodium Lactate

    Hydrator that is part of the skin’s NMF.

  27. 27Pca

    Part of your skin’s natural moisturizing factor.

  28. 28Serine

    Building blocks of your natural moisturizing factor.

  29. 29Alanine

    Building blocks of your natural moisturizing factor.

  30. 30Glycine

    Building blocks of your natural moisturizing factor.

  31. 31Glutamic Acid
  32. 32Lysine Hcl
  33. 33Threonine

    Building blocks of your natural moisturizing factor.

  34. 34Arginine

    Building blocks of your natural moisturizing factor.

  35. 35Proline

    Building blocks of your natural moisturizing factor.

  36. 36Water

    The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.

  37. 37Alpha-Arbutin

    Gently fades dark spots by slowing pigment production.

  38. 38Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
  39. 39Xanthan Gum

    Gives the product its texture.

  40. 40Allantoin

    Soothes, softens and supports healing.

  41. 41Ceramide EOP

    Lipids your barrier is literally made of. Refill them and skin holds water better.

  42. 42Ceramide NP

    Lipids your barrier is literally made of. Refill them and skin holds water better.

  43. 43Ceramide AP

    Lipids your barrier is literally made of. Refill them and skin holds water better.

  44. 44Behenic Acid
  45. 45Polyglyceryl-10 StearateFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

  46. 46Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate
  47. 47Glycerin

    A skincare MVP. Draws water into skin and supports the barrier.

  48. 48Lactic AcidStrong active

    A hydrating AHA. Smooths and brightens while being kinder than glycolic.

  49. 49Ectoin
  50. 50Panthenol

    Pro-vitamin B5. Hydrates, soothes and helps skin repair.

  51. 51Disodium EDTA

    Grabs metal ions so the formula stays stable.

  52. 52Sodium Hyaluronate

    Holds many times its weight in water for plump, bouncy hydration.

  53. 53Tocopheryl Acetate

    Antioxidant that protects skin and the formula.

  54. 54Glycerin

    A skincare MVP. Draws water into skin and supports the barrier.

  55. 55Aqua

    The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.

  56. 56Butylene Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  57. 57Carbomer

    Gives the product its texture.

  58. 58Polysorbate 20Fungal acne trigger

    Emulsifier. Fine for most, but a known fungal acne trigger.

  59. 59Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

    Messenger molecules that support firmness and smoother-looking skin.

  60. 60Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7

    Messenger molecules that support firmness and smoother-looking skin.

  61. 61Lactococcus Ferment LysateFungal acne trigger

    Fermented ingredient. Can be brightening, but often flagged for fungal acne.

  62. 62Vaccinium Corymbosum
  63. 63(Blueberry) Extract

    A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.

  64. 64Aqua

    The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.

  65. 65Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract

    Traditional brightening ingredient that softens and evens tone.

  66. 66Saccharomyces Ferment Lysate FiltrateFungal acne trigger

    Fermented ingredient. Can be brightening, but often flagged for fungal acne.

  67. 67Citric Acid

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.