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βThis is the pairing we recommend most often in the clinic. Barrier Balance cleanses without stripping and HydraRemedy rebuilds the barrier right after. Simple, acne-safe, and it works for almost every skin type.β

HydraRemedy Gel Serum
"If youβre dealing with PIE from acne, very dry skin, or reactive redness, HydraRemedy is such a great fit. π Itβs the next step up if HydraBalance isnβt giving you quite enough hydration. We love it as a first serum before layering other actives, and it contains one of our favorite ingredients, Beta Glucan, which helps activate the skinβs healing process for deep repair and soothing hydration."
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Beta Glucan
Soothes, hydrates and strengthens the barrier, helping skin recover from irritation and post-acne redness.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Salt form of Hyaluronic Acid, which penetrates deeper into the skin. Attracts water, offering intense hydration and plumping effects.
Ceramides
Helps retain moisture, strengthen the barrier, and protect against environmental stressors.
improvement in hydration after the first application
improvement in skin barrier function immediately after application to compromised skin
improvement in visible skin redness

Face Reality

βThis is the pairing we recommend most often in the clinic. Barrier Balance cleanses without stripping and HydraRemedy rebuilds the barrier right after. Simple, acne-safe, and it works for almost every skin type.β

Face Reality

βHydraRemedy works on the red post-acne marks and GlowTone works on the brown ones. Most people have both, which is why we so often send them home together.β

Ceramides are half the mortar holding your skin together, and running low is why skin turns tight and reactive. Here is how replacing them repairs a struggling barrier.

Sodium hyaluronate is the salt form of hyaluronic acid, and usually the better choice. Here is why it is on the back of the bottle when the front says something else.

Panthenol is vitamin B5 in a form your skin absorbs. It hydrates, calms irritation and supplies material for barrier repair, all at once. Here is why it makes everything else easier to use.

Centella calms inflammation, helps skin hold on to water and supports repair after irritation. Here is what the research shows, what cica means on a label and how to use it.

Bisabolol is the calming compound first found in chamomile, and it quiets the inflammation behind redness, stinging and itch. Here is how it works, who it suits and how to use it.

Glycerin draws water into the outer layer of your skin and helps your barrier recover. Here is how it differs from the oils in your moisturizer, and what it does in very dry air.

Beta glucan holds water in your skin, calms irritation and supports healing after red, inflamed breakouts. Here is how it works, what the research found and where it fits in your routine.

Licorice root slows the excess pigment behind dark spots and soothes redness on reactive skin. Here is how its compounds work, what the research shows and how to use it every day.
It delivers quick, lightweight hydration while calming redness, flaking, and irritation. It also strengthens the barrier and helps heal post-inflammatory erythema (PIE) faster, keeping skin comfortable and resilient.
Use it after cleansing and toning but before moisturizer or SPF. It can be used morning and night and works well under Acne Med or a retinoid to reduce potential dryness. With exfoliating acids, apply the acid first and HydraRemedy after.
Both are acne-safe, hydrating gels that work for all skin types. HydraBalance is lighter and works best for combination or oily skin needing weightless hydration. HydraRemedy is a bit thicker, making it ideal for drier or compromised skin, and itβs especially helpful for calming redness and healing post-inflammatory erythema (PIE).
HydraRemedy works for all skin types but is especially helpful for dry, compromised, or redness-prone skin. It provides deeper hydration and helps speed recovery from post-inflammatory erythema (PIE).
Yes. HydraRemedy gives soothing hydration, but itβs not a replacement for moisturizer. Always follow with an acne-safe moisturizer to lock it in.
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Apply after toning if on its own or after active serums like Mandelic or GlowTone. In the evening, use it before Acne Med. It can be used morning and night, with one to two pumps layered as needed for extra hydration.
Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Beta-Glucan, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Ceramide NP, Lactobacillus Ferment, Panthenol, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Bisabolol, Sucrose Stearate, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Inulin, Xylitol, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Maltodextrin, Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Carbomer, Butylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Phytate, Pentylene Glycol