Iunik Beta-Glucan Power Moisture Serum (50ml)

A quick drink for thirsty skin. Dry, tight or sensitive skin often just needs a simple, steady layer of moisture. This ten-ingredient serum is built around beta-glucan. iUNIK Beta-Glucan Power Moisture Serum is a ten-ingredient hydrating serum built around beta-glucan, with glycerin, sodium PCA and adenosine. It gives dry, dehydrated or sensitive skin a quick drink of moisture, leaving it softer, plumper-looking and ready for the rest of your routine. Perfect for: dry or dehydrated skin, sensitive skin, routines with retinoids or acidsFeels like: a clear, light gel serum that layers easilyKey ingredients: beta-glucan, glycerin, sodium PCA, adenosineWhy we chose itWith only ten ingredients and no actives to schedule, it is an easy hydration step beside a retinal or acid, for example Purito TXA 6% + Niacinamide 10% + Retinal Serum. There is no fragrance or essential oil in the listed ingredients. What it doesBeta-glucan is a humectant: it draws water into the upper layers of the skin and helps skin feel calmer and more comfortable. Glycerin and sodium PCA, part of the skin's own natural moisturising factor, add more hydration, and adenosine is included for the look of fine lines. Key ingredientsBeta-glucan: hydration and comfortGlycerin: draws water into the skinSodium PCA: part of the skin's natural moisturising factorAdenosine: the look of fine linesBest forDry or dehydrated skinSensitive or easily irritated skinOily skin that still feels tightRoutines with retinoids or exfoliating acidsA simple hydration layer for a glass-skin glowNot ideal ifYou want a treatment for dark spots or breakouts: this is a hydration step onlyYou already have a hydrating serum you like, such as The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5: you do not need bothYou want it to replace moisturiser: dry skin still needs a creamWhere it goes in your routineAfter cleansing and toner, before any treatment serum or moisturiser, morning and evening. Use the dropper to apply a few drops to the face and neck and pat in gently. Follow with moisturiser, and sunscreen in the morning. Pro tip: Seal it in with Dr.Althea 147 Barrier Cream on drier days. What to expectSkin feels more hydrated straight away. Softness and comfort build with daily use, especially with a good moisturiser on top. Quick facts: 50 ml · 10 ingredients · Beta-glucan, sodium PCA · No fragrance listed · AM and PM · iUNIK, Korean brand