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Apply a small amount of the product onto a clean area of skin on the upper forearm.
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Keep the area dry.
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If the product has a specified duration of use, rinse off after this time has elapsed. Otherwise rinse off after 24 hours.
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If any redness, burning, itching, blistering or irritation is observed at any time throughout the test, do not use the product.
Step 2: Treat
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Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (with Ceramides)
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Step 2: Treat
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Hydrating SerumHyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (with Ceramides)
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (with Ceramides)
Our Most-Loved Hydrating Serum
A second-generation hyaluronic acid serum formulated to deliver instant and long-lasting hydration.
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Targets Dehydration, Signs of Aging
Suited to All Skin Types
Format Serum: Water-Based
Key ingredients
Hyaluronic acid, ceramides, pro-vitamin B5
Overview
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Product Details
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (with Ceramides) serum is an updated version of our original formulation. This second-generation formulation combines ingredients for enhanced hydration, barrier support, and smoother skin. The addition of ceramides provides barrier support while retaining multi-depth hydration benefits.
Key Features
- Advanced, multi-layer hydration: This hyaluronic acid serum features low-, medium-, and high-molecular-weight hyaluronic acid, a hyaluronic acid crosspolymer, and hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid. These 5 types of hyaluronic acid work together to hydrate the surface of the skin at multiple levels, re-plumping dry, dehydrated areas and improving suppleness.
- Barrier support with ceramides: Ceramides, a natural...
Testing Shows
- Instantly: Skin is hydrated, barrier is supported.*
- After 1 week: Skin feels smoother and softer. Hydration levels increase continually week over week.*
- After 2 weeks: Skin is firmer and more plump.*
- After 4 weeks: Lines and wrinkles look smoothed, nasolabial folds look plumper. Skin's elasticity and suppleness are improved.*
Highlights
- ph
- 6.0 - 7.5
- water-free
- No
- alcohol-free
- Yes
- oil-free
- Yes
- silicone-free
- Yes
- vegan
- Yes
- gluten-free
- Yes
- cruelty-free
- Yes
Awards & Features
About
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (with Ceramides) serum is an updated version of our original formulation. This second-generation formulation combines ingredients for enhanced hydration, barrier support, and smoother skin. The addition of ceramides provides barrier support while retaining multi-depth hydration benefits.
Key Features
- Advanced, multi-layer hydration: This hyaluronic acid serum features low-, medium-, and high-molecular-weight hyaluronic acid, a hyaluronic acid crosspolymer, and hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid. These 5 types of hyaluronic acid work together to hydrate the surface of the skin at multiple levels, re-plumping dry, dehydrated areas and improving suppleness.
- Barrier support with ceramides: Ceramides, a natural lipid found in the skin, lock in water while strengthening the skin’s moisture barrier. This formulation includes ceramides to ensure long-term hydration and help protect the skin from environmental stressors.
- Pro-vitamin B5 (panthenol): Supports the production of ceramides and fatty acids to further support the skin barrier. Panthenol also enhances the skin’s ability to retain moisture.
- Lightweight, non-tacky texture: This second-generation hyaluronic acid serum absorbs quickly and dries to a non-tacky finish, making it suitable for layering with other skincare products.
For those who prefer a richer-textured hyaluronic serum, we recommend exploring Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (Original Formulation). This original formulation hydrates and smooths, and offers a richer feel.
How to Use
How to Use
- Apply a few drops to the face in the morning and evening.
- If irritation occurs, rinse off, cease use, and consult a physician.
- Use only as directed on unbroken skin.
- Patch testing prior to use is advised.
- Keep out of reach of children.
Application Tips
Procedures such as microneedling can disrupt the skin barrier, making it important to keep skin hydrated, especially after treatment. Apply Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (with Ceramides), which can help keep skin hydrated and support the moisture barrier. For specific recommendations regarding post-procedure care, please consult with your provider.
Product & Safety Guidance
Product & Safety Guidance
Recycling Instructions
Recycling Instructions
Before Recycling:
Empty the contents of the container. Remove cap, lid, dropper, pump, and other components and rinse the bottle/jar with water.
Packaging items with adhesive-based labels:
Contact your local recycling facility to ensure
recyclability via curbside recycling program.
Otherwise, dispose via our in-store recycling program.
Serum/Oil, Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower Gel, Lotion, Hand Soap Bottles:
#1 PETE & #2 HDPE and glass bottles are recyclable
through the majority of local curbside recycling programs.
# 5 PP bottles are usually recyclable through local
curbside recycling programs. Please contact your local recycling facility to
ensure recyclability.
Otherwise, dispose via our in-store recycling program.
Dropper Lids:
Dispose of via our in-store recycling program.
Disclaimer:
We work to provide our customers with accurate guidelines on packaging recyclability; however, please ensure your city or municipal program is consulted before recycling an item.
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Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (with Ceramides) FAQs
We formulated our Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum (with Ceramides) to deeply penetrate the skin’s surface layers, providing intense hydration. The combination of hyaluronic acid (HA) and vitamin B5 works to improve the skin's surface hydration and barrier, making it particularly beneficial for dry skin types.
We recommend applying the Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum (with Ceramides) after cleansing and before applying any heavier creams or oils. For best results, use this serum in both your AM and PM routines.
Yes. The Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum (with Ceramides) can be used with other active ingredients, including squalane, glycolic acid, multi-peptides, and caffeine. Learn more by reading our guide on How to Build a Skincare Regimen.
Yes. The Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum (with Ceramides) is ideal for sensitive skin types. However, we recommend doing a patch test first.
You may start noticing improved skin hydration after 1 week of use, with sustained results after 4 weeks.
The Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (Original Formulation) contains 4 molecular weights of hyaluronic acid to hydrate, alongside vitamin B5 to support the skin’s moisture barrier. The original formulation has a rich serum texture and smooths the skin. Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (with Ceramides) features 5 types of HA for multi-layer instant plumping hydration, added ceramides for skin barrier support, and the same vitamin B5 present in our original formulation. It has a non-tacky serum texture that is more lightweight than the Original formulation.
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