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The Ordinary Soothing & Barrier Support Serum for Sensitive Skin & Hydration
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Summary
The Ordinary's Soothing & Barrier Support Serum is a multi-active, skin support serum that helps repair skin barrier damage and boosts hydration.
Benefits
- Reduces appearance of redness
- Improves all-day hydration
Key Ingredients
- Niacinamide: supports essential skin components that help promote hydration
- Vitamin B12: helps support skin barrier by reducing skin dryness and redness (and gives the formula its unique pink color)
Research Results
- Repairs the skin barrier in 2 hours*
- *In clinical testing on 23 people, after 1 application
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Apply a few drops to the face in the morning and evening after cleansing.
If irritation occurs, rinse off, cease use, and consult a physician. Use only as directed on unbroken skin. Patch testing prior to use is advised. Keep out of reach of children.
Precautions: If irritation occurs, rinse off, cease use, and consult a physician. Use only as directed on unbroken skin. Patch testing prior to use is advised. Keep out of reach of children.
Aqua (water), Propanediol, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Pentylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Hexyldecanol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Xylitylglucoside, Ceteth-20 Phosphate, Anhydroxylitol, Ethyl Linoleate, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Naringenin, Cyanocobalamin, Panthenyl Triacetate, 4-t-butylcyclohexanol, Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid, Cetylhydroxyproline Palmitamide, Bisabolol, Brassica Campestris Sterols, Sphingolipids, Phospholipids, Epigallocatechin Gallatyl Glucoside, Gallyl Glucoside, Propyl Gallate, Xylitol, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Stearic Acid, Dicetyl Phosphate, Isoceteth-20, Xanthan Gum, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Tocopherol, Dehydroacetic Acid, P-anisic Acid, Phytic Acid, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Benzyl Alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin.
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- Q
hi is this the tiktok famous pink serum?
- Asked by :)
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there, yes this is our viral Pink Serum. Soothing & Barrier Support Serum! We hope this helps.Was this answer helpful to you
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What order would I use this product in? I cleanse my face, have the barrier support serum, the azelaic acid suspension and then moisturize? Thank you!!
- Asked by Jess
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there! We'd recommend the following: Cleanse > Soothing & Barrier Support Serum > Azelaic Acid Suspension 10% > Moisturize. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
What is the percentage of niacinamide in this serum?
- Asked by siobhanmairi
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there, SBSS contains 2% Niacinamide! We hope this helps.Was this answer helpful to you
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Hi! How do we know if we should use this product (Soothing & Barrier Support Serum for Sensitive Skin) or the Ordinary's Hyaluronic Acid? Thank you for your time and help!
- Asked by UltaShopper2255
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there. If you're looking for Hydration, we'd recommend going with Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5. If you're looking to repair the skin barrier, soothe discomfort, and reduce the look of redness we'd recommend Soothing & Barrier Support Serum.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Where would I use This in my skin routine? The soothing and barrier support. Or do I need something else. My face is always red. I do Squalane cleaner, Saccharomyces toner, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and barrier butter.
- Asked by Gwilson
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there, Soothing & Barrier Support Serum can help reduce the look of redness. We'd recommend applying between your Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% and Barrier Butter. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
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How should I use it with retinol? Is it recommended to use something else in the same regimen with this product and retinol?
- Asked by Andrea
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there, we'd recommend applying Soothing & Barrier Support Serum before our Retinoids. For example you could cleanse, apply Soothing & Barrier Support Serum and follow it up with Retinol 1% in Squalane. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
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Can this be used with Retinol, and if so should it be applied before or after Retinol products?
- Asked by RoseRed
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there, Soothing & Barrier Support Serum can be used with our retinoid range and can be applied before a retinoid. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
What gives this serum its shocking pink color? Was that necessary for a product for people who are probably already experiencing some redness? I have never used a product with that coloring before and am curious what causes it.
- Asked by AnnaMK
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHey there! The pink colour comes from the Vitamin B12 in the formula! It reduces dryness and the look of redness while giving the serum its pink hue. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is there hyaluronic acid in it
- Asked by mads
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHey there! Soothing & Barrier Support Serum does not contain Hyaluronic Acid. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
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Hi! Can this be used after using the glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner?
- Asked by Rachel
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHey there! Yes - Soothing & Barrier Support Serum can be used after Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner ! We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can this be worn under makeup? Will it pill?
- Asked by Olivia
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there! Soothing & Barrier Support Serum can be worn under makeup and should not pill. We recommend using 1-3 drops of each product, and massaging it into the skin until it is fully absorbed before moving onto the next step. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
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Can this be used with vitamin c serum?
- Asked by Sheila
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHey there! We do not recommend using Soothing & Barrier Support Serum in the same regimen as direct or indirect Vitamin C products. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
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Hi, can this be used after the Aha 30 BHA 2 Peeling Solution?
- Asked by amarie
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there - yes! Soothing & Barrier Support Serum can be used after AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution.Was this answer helpful to you
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How many times in the entire week can I use this ?
- Asked by Marv
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageWe suggest using this 1-2x/daily in the AM/PM.Was this answer helpful to you
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Can this be used with Clinique Clarifying Face Lotion Toner 2 - Dry Combination?
- Asked by Ana
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there! Unfortunately, it is difficult for us to comment on the pairing of our products with those of other brands. We recommend consulting with your doctor/dermatologist, gradually incorporating one new product into your regimen at a time, and applying test patches first to see what works best for your skin.Was this answer helpful to you
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Can I use this with the new Multi Antioxidant Serum?
- Asked by Sunny
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there, yes Soothing & Barrier Support Serum can be used with Multi-Antioxidant Radiance Serum.Was this answer helpful to you
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Can the Soothing & Barrier Support Serum be used with salicylic acid 2% and aloe 2% + NAG 2% solution?
- Asked by Erica
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there Soothing & Barrier Support Serum can be used with Salicylic Acid 2% Solution. However, we do not recommend using Aloe 2% + NAG 2% Solution with Salicylic Acid 2% Solution.Was this answer helpful to you
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Which of The Ordinary products should not be used in the same routine as your Soothing & Barrier Support Serum?
- Asked by Figgs
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageWe don't recommend using Soothing & Barrier Support Serum alongside Vitamin C.Was this answer helpful to you
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Could I use this along with the milky toner?
- Asked by Tiffany
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageYes!Was this answer helpful to you
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Can it be used with niacinamide 10% + zinc 1% brightening serum?
- Asked by R
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageYes!Was this answer helpful to you
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Most Helpful Positive Review
This serum has changed my face
This serum has changed my face and simplified my routine. I used to layer a whole lot of different serums and creams, different ingredients to do different things, but then this one came along and cleared out my cupboard. Firstly I pop on a generous dollop of The Ordinary "Niacinamide & Zinc" seru...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Disappointed
I really love this company and their products but this one was a miss for me. Not only did it not treat the redness, but it actually amplified it. When I put it on, my skin reacts to it and I turn cherry red. I really wanted to love this product.
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Makes my skin glow like no other!!
What really stands out about this product for me is that it really seems to enhance whatever I layer it with. Everything in my routine just seems to sink so much better into my skin when I layer this serum on, and it makes my face just so much more hydrated.
Such a life saver
I have been dealing with the worst breakouts in years and my skin has felt so raw and sensitive. This was so calming and eased the raging inflammation that had taken over my face. I let it dry for a minute or two and followed it up with moisturizer (la roche double repair mousturizer) and can tell a difference that day. Who knew a serum the color of Pepto-Bismol could be so helpful?
A must have for barrier skin support!
Affordable and does the job fantastically
So far I am loving this product
Calms some redness I have on my checks. Feels so smooth and hydrating, works well with other products to minimize my blemishes and pores.
Good product
My skin felt soft after using it