mixsoon Glacier Water Hyaluronic Acid Serum for dry skin
Glacier Water
Sodium Hyaluronate
Butylene Glycol
1,2-Hexanediol
Average
- HighDry Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for dry skin; other moisturizers fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry skin: flakiness, tightness, dehydration, fine lines, and wrinkles. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Offers moderate moisturizing for your dry skin, as sodium hyaluronate provides hydration and glacier water supports humectant action. This serum is well-suited for dry or flaky skin concerns.
- The formula is safe for your dry skin, containing no harsh or prohibited ingredients that could cause irritation.
- The product is generally safe for your skin, with no risks of irritation due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
How to apply
- Could be used as part of your AM or PM routine. Start using it 3 times a week and work your way up to daily use.
- Apply your moisturizer after your toner and before your sunscreen in the morning. At night, use it as the final step after your serum.
- Gently press a small amount of the moisturizer into your skin. Avoid rubbing to keep your dry skin happy.
- Apply the moisturizer on slightly damp skin to help lock in extra hydration. This is great for soothing dry and flaky areas .
- Avoid the sensitive eye area and do a patch test before your first use .
People Say
★4.8Overall rating based on 2.6k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this serum is highly recommended for dehydrated, sensitive, and acne-prone skin, providing deep, non-clogging hydration with a minimal ingredient list. Most users report achieving a 'glass skin' effect and improved skin barrier health. Some users note a tacky residue if the serum is not applied to damp skin.
Highlights
Lightweight texture Mostly Mentioned
- “watery-serum feel”
- “absorbs instantly”
- “no greasy film”
- “great for layering”
Deep hydration Often Mentioned
- “skin drinks it up”
- “plump and moisturized”
- “healed my skin barrier”
- “instant hydrating effect”
Large volume/Value Often Mentioned
- “generous size (300ml)”
- “lasts a long time”
- “fraction of the price”
- “huge bottle”
Gentle & soothing Sometimes Noted
- “calmed redness”
- “no irritation”
- “fragrance-free”
- “minimal ingredients list”
Tacky finish Sometimes Noted
- “bit sticky”
- “tacky if not on damp skin”
- “leaves a residue”
- “feels sticky before drying”
Breakouts/Irritation Rarely Noted
- “caused closed comedones”
- “made cheeks red”
- “broke me out”
- “tiny bumps appeared”
Insufficient moisture Rarely Noted
- “too light for winter”
- “need a sealing moisturizer”
- “just feels like water”
- “not enough for very dry skin”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “packaging feels cheap”
- “cap broke easily”
- “hard to control amount”
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Questions and answers
How well does mixsoon Glacier Water Hyaluronic Acid Serum work for dry skin?
This serum is an average fit for dry skin, offering moderate moisture through sodium hyaluronate and glacier water without causing irritation. Products that fit dry skin even better need multiple forms of hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and nourishing extracts to lock in moisture and support the skin barrier.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015
Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for dry skin?
Sodium hyaluronate and glacier water make this serum a good fit for dry skin by providing moderate hydration and supporting moisture retention without causing irritation. To fit dry skin even better, a moisturizing treatment needs ingredients like multiple forms of hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and nourishing extracts to deeply lock in moisture and support the skin barrier.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015
What does Glacier Water do for dry skin?
Glacier water helps dry skin by boosting hydration, reducing dryness and roughness, and making the skin feel softer and smoother. It may also lower skin temperature and reduce the skin's dry, water-repelling tendency.
Skin Research and Technology, 2006Skin Research and Technology, 2018
What does Hyaluronic Acid do for dry skin?
Hyaluronic acid draws moisture into dry skin, giving an immediate and lasting boost in hydration that helps smooth out fine lines and soften rough patches. It is very gentle and unlikely to cause irritation while improving overall skin smoothness and plumpness.
Dermatology and Therapy, 2021Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011
Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for dry skin?
This serum goes in the evening routine after your cleanser and before your moisturizer, keeping things simple and safe. Because dry skin needs stronger moisture and rich ingredients that lock water in, this serum works best when followed by a heavy cream or nourishing moisturizer.
The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2022Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
Can I use this serum with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this serum with retinol by applying the serum first to hydrate your dry skin, followed by your retinol product. This serum helps keep your skin comfortable and is unlikely to cause irritation since it contains no harsh ingredients. Dry skin needs richer moisturizers with rich oils and ceramides to fully lock in moisture and smooth rough patches.
How often should I use this serum?
This serum works well in your evening routine, and some treatments can also be used in the morning or twice a day. It is generally safe and unlikely to cause irritation for your dry skin, providing moderate moisture through sodium hyaluronate and glacier water. Dry skin of this type needs richer hydrators and barrier-supporting ingredients to achieve the best results.
Can this serum clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry skin?
This serum is unlikely to cause breakouts or irritation on dry skin, as its formula contains no harsh or prohibited ingredients. However, dry skin needs richer ingredients and heavier moisturizing oils to truly feel soft and smooth.
Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology, 2009International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2011
Can I use this serum around the eyes or on my body?
You can use this serum safely around the eyes and on the body because it contains no harsh or prohibited ingredients that could cause irritation. This type of product needs rich oils and heavy moisturizing ingredients to keep very thin or dry skin soft and smooth.
Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology, 2009
What the research says
Topical hyaluronic acid filler serum combined with Botulinum toxin type A lengthened the duration of the toxin's effect in reducing wrinkles compared to Botulinum toxin type A alone.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Hyaluronic acid extracts are safe and efficacious products for skin repair when used in tissue regeneration alone or in combination with herbal or Western medicine.
Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015A preservative system containing 1,2-hexanediol and caprylyl glycol showed no delayed Type IV dermal sensitivity reactions in 200 subjects when tested as a 15% mixture in carbomer gel and in a cosmetic formulation.
Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology, 2009Sensory skin irritation potential of 1,2-alkanediols increased with alkane chain length, whereas 1,2-hexanediol showed the lowest objective skin irritation potential compared to both shorter and longer chain lengths, and percutaneous absorption negatively correlated with alkane chain length.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2011Cleansing with acidic mineral water decreased skin surface pH and markedly decreased bacterial frequency in patients with hemiplegia.
American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, 2002Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.
Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.
BMC Oral Health, 2019A red ginseng hydrogel formulation with 1,2-hexanediol promoted selective growth of Staphylococcus epidermidis and decreased Cutibacterium acnes in 20 female subjects.
Journal of Ginseng Research, 2022
Ingredients
Water, Glacier Water, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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