Soothing & Barrier Support Serum

The Ordinary Soothing & Barrier Support Serum is a multi-active formula designed to help support the skin barrier, reduce the appearance of redness and provide immediate, long-lasting hydration. Its lightweight texture is suitable for daily use and helps leave the skin feeling calmer, softer and more comfortable.

When the skin barrier is weakened, the complexion can appear dry, sensitive, tight or uneven. This barrier-supporting serum helps replenish moisture and support the skin's natural protective function, promoting a healthier and more balanced-looking complexion.

Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive and sensitised skin, the formula combines Vitamin B12, 2% Niacinamide, Ceramides, Bisabolol and Centella Asiatica to provide comprehensive hydration and skin barrier support.

Key benefits:

• Helps support and strengthen the skin barrier
• Helps reduce the appearance of redness
• Provides immediate and long-lasting hydration
• Helps improve the appearance of uneven skin texture
• Leaves skin feeling softer, calmer and more comfortable
• Suitable for sensitive and sensitised skin
• Ideal for daily skincare routines

Key ingredients:

• Vitamin B12: Helps support the appearance of dry and red-looking skin while giving the serum its distinctive pink colour.
• Niacinamide 2%: Helps support the skin barrier and maintain skin hydration.
• Ceramide Complex: Helps replenish essential skin lipids and support the structure of the skin barrier.
• Bisabolol: A soothing ingredient that helps calm the appearance of sensitised skin.
• Centella Asiatica: Helps support the skin against external stressors and promotes a more resilient-looking complexion.
• Gallic Acid Derivatives: Help soothe and improve the appearance of irritated-looking skin.
• Sugar-Based Humectants: Help attract and retain moisture to keep skin hydrated throughout the day.

Who is it for?

• Sensitive skin
• Skin prone to visible redness
• Dry or dehydrated skin
• Skin sensitised by exfoliating acids or environmental factors
• Anyone looking to support their skin barrier

How to use:

Apply a few drops to clean, dry skin in the morning and/or evening. Gently spread over the face until fully absorbed. During the daytime, follow with a broad-spectrum sunscreen.

Test results:

• Helps strengthen the skin barrier in as little as 2 hours after application*
• 86% immediate increase in skin hydration**
• Provides prolonged hydration throughout the day
• Helps improve the visible appearance of skin texture

*Based on testing with 23 participants after a single application.

**Based on clinical testing with 34 participants after a single application.

Product information: The Ordinary Soothing & Barrier Support Serum is available in a 30 ml size.

Patch test: Before first use, apply a small amount to a clean area of skin and leave for 24 hours. If irritation, redness, itching or discomfort occurs, rinse thoroughly and discontinue use.

Precautions: For external use only. Avoid direct contact with the eyes. Keep out of reach of children and store according to the product packaging instructions.