The Ordinary Soothing and Barrier Support Serum 30ml
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Trending as 'the pink serum', The Ordinary's Soothing and Barrier Support Serum is a multi-active solution developed for sensitive skin and those prone to redness.
Providing an immediate 86%* boost in skin hydration, the serum is enriched with sugar-based humectants to lock in moisture and nourish the skin barrier. Vitamin B12 gives the serum its signature pink hue while maintaining the skin’s natural moisture levels. Bisabolol and gallic acid derivatives combine to visibly soothe the skin and reduce the appearance of redness.
The serum should be implemented into your prep, treat and seal regimen as step treat. It is recommended to apply after other similar water-based serums but before oils and creams.
*Clinical testing in 34 people, 2 x per day for 6 weeks.
- ☼ AM / ☽ PM
- When to Use: Twice a day. After cleansing, before moisturiser.
- Recommended Amount: Use 2 to 4 drops.
- Application: Do not place the dropper directly onto the skin. Pat and press the drops onto cleansed skin.
- Routine: Follow with moisturiser, such as the Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA.
- ✖ Do Not Use With: Vitamin C
- Sugar-Based Hydrators: Humectants that lock in moisture, such as xylitylglucoside, anhydroxylitol, xylitol
- Vitamin B12: Helps to nourish the skin’s barrier by reducing dryness
- Bisabolol: A natural ingredient with soothing benefits
- Gallic Acid Derivatives: A blend of three forms of gallic acid to help soothe the look of skin
Aqua (Water), Propanediol, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Pentylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Hexyldecanol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Xylitylglucoside, Ceteth-20 Phosphate, Anhydroxylitol, Ethyl Linoleate, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Naringenin, Cyanocobalamin, Panthenyl Triacetate, 4-T-Butylcyclohexanol, Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid, Cetylhydroxyproline Palmitamide, Bisabolol, Brassica Campestris Sterols, Sphingolipids, Phospholipids, Epigallocatechin Gallatyl Glucoside, Gallyl Glucoside, Propyl Gallate, Xylitol, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Stearic Acid, Dicetyl Phosphate, Isoceteth-20, Xanthan Gum, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Tocopherol, Dehydroacetic Acid, P-Anisic Acid, Phytic Acid, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Benzyl Alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin.
For the latest information, it is recommended to review the ingredient list printed on the packaging of the product prior to usage or consumption.
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Not disappointed
Will be my emergency product, don’t see much affect but happy to have it
by Monica Verified Purchase
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Brilliant
I have really dry skin at this time of year and also need to wear a high SPF all year round because of health condition so can sometimes have trouble with things sitting well with my SPF. This is perfect and sinks in really well and I’ve noticed how much more comfortable my skin feels, no tightness or flaky patches. I received this free but will definitely repurchase because it’s been really beneficial for me. I really like all The Ordinary products I’ve used so far.
by Joni Verified Purchase
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Amazing product
Great soothing serum, would recommend. Fair price based on market price for serum at the moment. Would suggest you try it!
by NE Verified Purchase
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Soothing
I use this barrier support serum at night after using an acid based serum. This does seem to help soothe my skin and lessens the harsh affect of acid treatments. I use a rich night cream on top as it is not moisturising enough if used alone. It’s ok but probably wouldn’t repurchase.
by Betty Verified Purchase
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Great to calm skin
Great product for irritated skin. I used this along with my normal routine and its worked really well to reduce redness
by kayla Verified Purchase
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OK serum?
I love The Ordinary products (particularly the hyaluronic acid). As someone who has red and dry skin, and after reading the great reviews for this Soothing & Barrier Support Serum, I was really looking forward to trying it. However it has made no difference to the redness and if anything I've found it very drying on my skin. I much prefer the hyaluronic serum so will return to this.
by EDFarnham Verified Purchase
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Reduced redness and skin feels soothed
As someone that struggles with redness in skin after a couple of weeks I noticed this seemed much more reduced in appearance and skin felt soothed. Applies easily and good to include in skincare if using retinols to keep the balance in repairing skin
by Becs Verified Purchase
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Soothing but not repairing
I liked this product, it left my skin feeling smooth and it felt soothing but unfortunately it did not help to repair my dry, sensitive patches as expected. Pros: Skin felt softer Smoothing effect on face and decollete Pink colour left a brightening effect Reduced redness on chest Good price point Cons: Slightly tacky on application Did not repair areas of concern
by Emma C Verified Purchase
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Love This!
This serum is a game changer in my routine, it smoothes, calms and brightens. Makeup just glides on and looks flawless with using this, and my skin looks fresher on the no makeup days. I won’t be without this product.
by Michelle Verified Purchase
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Great Serum
This serum is a game changer in my routine, it smoothes, calms and brightens. Makeup just glides on and looks flawless with using this, and my skin looks fresher on the no makeup days. I won’t be without this product.
by Michelle Verified Purchase
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