Ectoin Hydro-Barrier Serum | The INKEY List

• Ectoin Hydro-Barrier Serum can be used twice daily in your AM & PM skincare routine.
• We suggest using Ectoin Hydro-Barrier Serum as your first serum after cleansing.
• Apply a pea-sized amount to face and neck and follow with preferred treatments and moisturiser to seal the benefits into skin. 
• Always finish with SPF for your AM routine.
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  • Apply to damp skin to help lock in hydration

  

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• Clinically proven to hydrate + strengthen the barrier in 15 minutes*
• Visibly restores bounce in 3 days *
• Visibly improves 5 signs of a compromised skin barrier**

Clinical study of 31 people*

4-week clinical study of 26 people**

• 2% ECTOIN (Hydration + Barrier): A multifunctional active that hydrates whist simultaneously supporting and strengthening skin’s barrier
• 2.5% MULTI-MOLECULAR HYALURONIC ACID (Hydration): Contains 4 weights of Hyaluronic Acid to help deliver multi-level hydration within the skin's surface
• 1% BARRIER BLEND ( Barrier): Includes three Ceramides to help protect and strengthen the skin's barrier

Aqua (Water / Eau), Propanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Coconut Alkanes, Ectoin, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Maltodextrin, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Panthenol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sclerotium Gum, Xanthan Gum, Glyceryl Stearate, Jojoba Esters, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Citrate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax, Citric Acid, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Glycerin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Triethyl Citrate, Pentylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Ceramide NP, Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramide AP, Cholesterol, Phytosphingosine, Behenic Acid, Sodium Levulinate, Polyglycerin-3, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Cetearyl Sulfate, Ceramide EOP.

When do I use Ectoin-Hydro Barrier Serum in my routine? Always use this product as your first serum after cleansing. Then follow with your preferred treatments and moisturizer. Always finish with SPF in the AM routine.

Do I use this with Hyaluronic acid, or instead of? Ectoin Hydro-Barrier Serum is perfect for those looking to hydrate and focus on barrier strengthening. As this serum is clinically proven to deeply hydrate up to 10 surface layers deep, you do not need to use Hyaluronic Acid Serum as well.  If you want to use both in your routine, you could use Hyaluronic Acid Serum in the morning and Ectoin Hydro-Barrier Serum in your PM routine. However, if you want to use both at the same time, there is no harm - you can never have too much hydration!

Can I layer it with other products? Yes! You can safely use it with all other ingredients both AM and PM. What products should I not layer together?

Is it suitable for sensitive skin? Yes, it is clinically proven to be suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin.

Is it non-comedogenic? Yes. It has been formulated as oil-free

What is the Skin Barrier and why is it so important? The Skin Barrier is a phrase used to describe the outermost layers of our skin that we can see and feel, known as the Stratum Corneum. A healthy skin barrier is described as selectively permeable…Put simply, this means the skin barrier is designed to keep beneficial things in and harmful things out - this is essential for maintaining the skin’s health. Learn more about skin barrier health

What are the benefits of Ectoin Serum providing simultaneous hydration and barrier support? Although they are two different things, hydration and barrier work hand-in-hand and one cannot be healthy without the other. If your skin barrier is damaged, your skin will not be able to retain hydration effectively. And equally, if your skin is dehydrated, your barrier will be compromised. This is why replenishing your hydration whilst simultaneously repairing your barrier is essential for optimizing your skin’s health. Our Ectoin Hydro-Barrier Serum has been uniquely formulated with ingredients that work synergistically to provide deep, multi-level hydration whilst strengthening the skin barrier from the outside-in.

Can I use make-up on top of it? Yes, however we recommend leaving 30-60 seconds between applying each product to allow the skincare to absorb to reduce the risk of pilling.

Does it have SPF? No, this formula does not contain SPF

How long will it take to see results? Products can take up to six weeks to show full results, due to the time it takes for your skin cells to turnover and the results of any products to reach the surface. Consistency is key, so apply regularly even if you’re not seeing the effects straight away. It can be very tempting to increase use of some products to try and see quicker results, don't overdo it though. More is not necessarily more, and overuse can cause irritation and sensitivity.

Is this product vegan? Yes! This product contains no animal derivatives and is now certified by The Vegan Society.

Is it safe for those pregnant or breast-feeding? Yes! You can safely use it when pregnant or breastfeeding. Read our pregnancy safe skincare guide

Can I use this with prescription medication? We would suggest you consult with your doctor to be sure.

What is the PH level of this product? PH LEVEL: 5.5-6.8

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This product is;

Dermatologically tested

Clinically tested

Fragrance-free

Alcohol-free

Silicon-free

Pregnancy & breastfeeding safe