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Good Molecules Super Peptide Serum for dry sensitive skin

Average

  • AverageDry Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

Works for dry sensitive skin; other serums fit it better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry sensitive skin: flakiness, tightness, redness, 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 suitability for your dry skin as glycerin and sodium hyaluronate provide humectant action, while multiple peptides like Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 and Copper Tripeptide-1 offer excellent plumping and firming benefits.
  • The formula also provides general hydration for dry or flaky skin, though it lacks sufficient emollient ingredients for optimal hydration.
  • The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your dry and sensitive skin due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.

How to apply

  • Use this PM routine for your evening skincare. Start using the serum 3 times a week and increase to daily use if your skin feels comfortable.
  • Apply the serum after cleansing and toner, but right before your moisturizer. This step locks in deep hydration for dry skin.
  • Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin using your palms. Let it absorb completely for a minute ⏱ before applying your next product.
  • Since your skin is sensitive, apply the serum on completely dry skin for better tolerance and less irritation.
  • Avoid the sensitive eye area during application. Always do a patch test before your first use to ensure your skin reacts well.

People Say

★4.7Overall rating based on 700+ reviews

Users consistently praise this serum for its ability to plump and hydrate the skin, with many noting a visible reduction in fine lines and improved skin texture over time. While most find it gentle and effective for the price, some users with sensitive skin noted the bergamot scent, and others felt it required long-term use to see significant anti-aging results.

Highlights

  • Great value Mostly Mentioned
    • “Unbeatable price point”
    • “Better than expensive serums”
    • “Affordable anti-aging”
  • Plumps and hydrates Mostly Mentioned
    • “Skin feels bouncy”
    • “Visibly more hydrated”
    • “Instant plumping effect”
  • Lightweight texture Often Mentioned
    • “Absorbs instantly”
    • “Non-sticky finish”
    • “Layers well under makeup”
  • Reduces fine lines Often Mentioned
    • “Assassinates fine lines”
    • “Forehead wrinkles nonexistent”
    • “Smile lines softened”
  • Gentle formula Sometimes Noted
    • “No irritation”
    • “Safe for sensitive skin”
    • “Soothing application”
  • Scent complaints Sometimes Noted
    • “Strong bergamot smell”
    • “Wish it was fragrance-free”
    • “Citrus scent lingers”
  • Slow results Sometimes Noted
    • “Takes months to work”
    • “Not an overnight fix”
    • “Requires consistency”
  • No visible change Rarely Noted
    • “Did nothing for wrinkles”
    • “Just a hydrator”
    • “Not mind-blowing”
  • Soapy texture Rarely Noted
    • “Slightly soapy feel”
    • “Foams if rubbed too much”
    • “Tacky if over-applied”
  • Watery consistency Rarely Noted
    • “Too runny”
    • “Hard to control dropper”
    • “Feels like water”

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Questions and answers

How well does the Super Peptide Serum work for dry sensitive skin?

This serum works moderately well for dry sensitive skin, offering hydration and firming benefits with a very safe, non-irritating formula. However, it lacks enough softening and smoothing ingredients to provide optimal moisture, so dry skin of this type needs richer protective creams and heavy moisturizing oils.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2013

Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for dry sensitive skin?

Glycerin and sodium hyaluronate make this serum a good fit for dry skin by drawing in moisture, while peptides like Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 and Copper Tripeptide-1 help firm the skin. However, since this product lacks enough softening ingredients, dry skin of this type needs added rich moisturizers and barrier-supporting components to lock in hydration.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2013

What does Argireline do for dry sensitive skin?

Argireline helps smooth fine lines and keeps skin soft, but dry sensitive skin needs added moisture and soothing ingredients to feel fully comfortable. It is unlikely to cause irritation when used as directed, yet a product of this type for dry sensitive skin needs rich hydrators and calming agents to prevent dryness and protect the skin barrier.

American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2013International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2025

What does Acetyl Octapeptide-3 do for dry sensitive skin?

Acetyl Octapeptide-3 helps smooth expression lines and keeps dry sensitive skin comfortable by supporting firmness. For this skin type, a product of this type needs soothing ingredients and moisture-locking barriers to prevent irritation and restore softness.

Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2025Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020

Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for dry sensitive skin?

This treatment goes in the evening routine after your toner and before your moisturizer. Putting it here keeps your routine simple and protects your skin while giving you the firming and plumping benefits of the peptides.

Can I use it with retinol, and in what order?

You can use this treatment alongside retinol by applying the treatment first and following with your retinol and moisturizer in your evening routine. This serum is unlikely to cause irritation on sensitive skin, though a product for dry skin also needs rich softening ingredients to lock in lasting moisture.

How often should I use this serum?

Use this treatment in the evening as part of your routine. It is unlikely to cause irritation on your dry and sensitive skin, but a product of this type also needs rich softening ingredients to lock in moisture.

Can it clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry sensitive skin?

This product is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts or purging on dry sensitive skin due to the absence of harsh ingredients.

Is this serum fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

What the research says

  • A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.

    Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
  • Argireline treatment twice daily for 4 weeks produced a significant anti-wrinkle effect with 48.9% total efficacy and decreased skin roughness in Chinese subjects compared with 0% efficacy and no decrease in roughness in the placebo group.

    American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2013
  • Treatment with cross-linked hyaluronic acid-based microneedle patches combined with acetyl hexapeptide-8 or epidermal growth factor significantly improved wrinkles and skin hydration compared to the patch alone in Korean females over 29 days.

    Annals of Dermatology, 2019
  • Acetyl hexapeptide-3 and tripeptide-10 citrulline demonstrated antiwrinkle efficacy and decreased transepidermal water loss in twenty-four healthy volunteers compared to control groups, though synergistic effects between the two peptides remained unclear.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2017
  • Daily topical acetyl hexapeptide-8 showed a trend toward a longer time until return to baseline Jankovic Blepharospasm Rating Scale scores compared to placebo (3.7 months vs. 3.0 months) in 24 patients with blepharospasm receiving botulinum toxin therapy.

    European Journal of Neurology, 2013
  • Argireline applied twice daily for 4 weeks achieved a total anti-wrinkle efficiency of 48.9% and notably reduced wrinkle depth compared to placebo in Chinese subjects.

    Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, 2013
  • Topical copper tripeptide complex on CO2 laser-resurfaced skin caused no significant reduction in erythema or objective improvement in wrinkles compared to controls, but significantly increased patient satisfaction regarding overall skin quality.

    Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery, 2006
  • The combination of Thermus thermophilus and Bacillus subtilis mixed-culture ferment extract and copper tripeptide-1 GHK-Cu reduced inflammatory cytokines, protected skin explants from UV-induced damage, and improved wrinkles and skin barrier conditions compared to individual components or controls.

    Skin Research and Technology, 2026
  • Copper applied transdermally as a tripeptide on human skin ex vivo permeated the tissue and was retained in amounts potentially effective for treating inflammatory diseases.

    Inflammation Research, 2010
  • Topical 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, 2011
  • Topical 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, 2022
  • Treatment 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, 2019
  • The emollient V0034CR significantly reduced TEWL compared to vehicle and vehicle plus glycerol, and significantly increased corneometry scores compared to vehicle and vehicle plus petrolatum in healthy volunteers with dry skin, demonstrating combined barrier function improvement from petrolatum and hydration improvement from glycerol.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
  • Ten days of treatment with a cream containing 20% glycerin significantly increased skin hydration measured by corneometer values in 17 healthy volunteers compared to a placebo cream, but showed no influence on transepidermal water loss or skin sensitivity to an irritating surfactant.

    International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2001
  • Niacinamide/glycerin body moisturizers provided better rapid and prolonged improvement of cosmetic xerosis through functional improvement of stratum corneum barrier function compared to no treatment and conventional moisturizers in female subjects.

    Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2012

Why other serums fit dry sensitive skin better

  • Tocopherol succinate-loaded ethosomal gel increased skin deposition, stability, moisture, and mechanical properties in 13 human subjects compared to a control gel over 12 weeks.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
  • In 50 participants with sensitive skin, a Ceramide NP C15-containing emollient improved skin barrier function with a significant reduction in transepidermal water loss and induced modest changes in skin microbiota compared to the vehicle.

    Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2026
  • Hydrogels containing vitamin E-loaded nanostructured lipid carriers exhibited better occlusive properties and long-lasting effects, while vitamin E-loaded nanoemulsions performed a faster skin hydration effect and were selected as more attractive for skin application.

    Colloids and Surfaces. B, Biointerfaces, 2019

Ingredients

Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Acetyl Octapeptide-3, Copper Tripeptide-1, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Glycine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xanthan Gum, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Vp Copolymer, Diheptyl Succinate, Capryloyl Glycerin Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Chlorphenesin, Disodium Edta, Butylene Glycol, Glycereth-25 Pca Isostearate, Bht, Phenoxyethanol, Acrylates C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sorbitan Isostearate, Polyacrylate-13, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Tromethamine

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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