Water-Based Serums
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Water-based serums are a great alternative to their oil-based counterparts. They are easy to use, and they don't leave a greasy residue. They are also ideal for people with sensitive skin. Here are some of the best water-based serums on the market today.
LANEIGEWater Bank Blue Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Serum
Size: 1.6 fl. oz. / 50 mL·ITEM: 2569796
$45.00
Best serum I have tried...I received this product as a sample from topbox and I was absolutely amazed by the product packaging. The serum is water based and very light on skin and texture is very smooth. ...Water bank...I really liked this serum. I liked that it was water based and I also have the moisturizer and they are real good for the skin.
What it is: A juicy Korean serum that intensely hydrates for a smooth, supple complexion and is hypoallergenic, dermatologist-tested, and suitable for sensitive skin.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Dullness, and Uneven Texture
Formulation: Lightweight Cream
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Blue Hyaluronic Acid: Delivers effective, long-lasting hydration.
- Peptides: Help improve the look of skin firmness.
- Green Tea Enzyme (Lactobacillus ferment lysate): Gently exfoliates for smoother-looking skin.
$14.80
my face looks super healthy and bright. I use it after my water based serums...I have been looking for a water-based serum of Vitamin C since I hate the feeling of sticky and oily on my face and this is such a perfect one for me.
What it is: A highly-stable, water-soluble vitamin C derivative that has been shown to offer enhanced skin-brightening benefits.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dark Spots and Fine Lines and Wrinkles
Formulation: Lightweight Serum
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Ascorbyl Glucoside: Offers enhanced brightening benefits.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, triclosan, and triclocarban, and contains less than one percent of synthetic fragrances. This product is also vegan, cruelty-free, and gluten-free.
$72.00
Water moisturized...Very smooth and easy to apply did not leave my skin feeling dry or stiff went on smoothly and my skin felt clean and smooth, Serum was very compatible to my skin adding much needed moisture during this really cold and moisture robbing season we are going thru right now .There was no greasy after feel as this is water based so no break out from bad oils. ...I must have gotten a good sample because it had no scent and did not pill when used with other water based products. Won’t be purchasing a full size due to the clearly unreliable supply!
What it is: A hydrating serum with a 75 percent Hyaluronic Acid Complex to help plump the look of skin with moisture for a dewy, youthful-, healthy-looking glow.
Skin Type: Normal and Dry
Skincare Concerns: Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Dryness, and Dullness
Formulation: Serum
Highlighted Ingredients:
$85.00
It is water based I use it with a water based foundation and concealer for a seamless makeup application. ...Better than face base...I know this says serum, but I actually like to use this as a makeup primer in lieu of the OG Vitamin Enriched Face Base.
What it is: A two-in-one smoothing serum and glow essence, enriched with niacinamide and vitamin C, that visibly boosts moisture and radiance, brightens dark spots, and preps skin for makeup.
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): Provides long-term hydration.
- Vitamin C: Fights dullness and visibly brightens skin tone over time.
- HydroGlow Fruit Complex and Cactus Flower: Delivers long-lasting moisture for a hydrated, healthy-looking glow.
$79.00
The serum is easily absorbed and it makes a way for the water cream. ...The serum looks like milk and it’s a creamy texture.
What it is: A lightweight serum powered by AquaPort Technology that delivers dual-weight hyaluronic acid faster and deeper into skin for instant, long-lasting hydration.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Dullness, Loss of Firmness and Elasticity
Formulation: Serum
Highlighted Ingredients:
- AquaPort Technology: Transports hydration faster and deeper into the skin.
- Rosemary Peptide Complex: Fights skin fatigue and accelerates natural recovery to help skin bounce back.
- Blue Light-Activated Algae Extract: Combats digital aging by improving the appearance of dark spots, fine lines, and wrinkles.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehyde
$72.00
Serums are my favorites, and this serum is fantastic. ...My opinion is honest and based solely on my experience using this product.
What it is: A concentrated serum with Hexapeptide-9 that visibly restores the skin barrier at the cellular level in just 30 minutes.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness and Redness
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Biomimetic Hexapeptide-9: Restores damaged skin by emulating barrier-enforcing peptides that reduce water loss.
- Refined Bilberry Seed Oil: Provides the essential fatty acids for healthy barriers: omegas 3 and 6.
- Network of Hyaluronic Acid Molecules: Forms a protective layer that continuously delivers water to skin.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, phthalates, mineral oil, oxybenzone, and sulfates SLS & SLES. It is also gluten-free, cru
$270.00
I *love* this serum! It's lightweight and absorbs into your skin super quickly, so it feels effective (as compared to other serums, which leave a sticky feeling or layer on your face)....Favorite hydrating serum!...I used to use oil as first serum in winter but sometimes I get breakouts and it doesn't feel as hydrating as this serum.
What it is: An ultra-lightweight yet powerful hydration serum that nurtures skin with sea-sourced energy for your most radiant, healthy complexion yet
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Dullness, and Uneven Texture
Formulation: Serum
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Miracle Broth™: Cell-supporting elixir floods skin with energy.
- Deep Hydration Ferment™: Tiny micro-droplets absorb rapidly, flood skin with hydration on contact.
- Youth Activating Ferment™: Ultra-powered marine peptides and key nutrients support skin.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, phthalates, and sulfates SLS & SLES.
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$78.00
Reallyyyy nice serum for the dry skin crew. A cleanser, serum and moisturizer are essential in my routine and this one is perfect. ...Smooth going on and spreadable- seemed more water based which feels lighter and healthier/cleaner to me (not sure if it is water based haha but just mentioning it felt nice on) I used for several weeks without any real noticeable plumping results but perhaps winter isn’t the best time for it for me since I have dry skin. 3 out of 5 only bc this may be a great product for me in the future but not now with my dry winter skin.
What it is: A silky, nonsticky, hydrating serum that visibly plumps and floods skin with dewy hydration while supporting the skin's moisture barrier.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Dryness, and Dullness
Formulation: Mask
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Snow Mushroom and Glycerin: Provide instant moisture and long-term hydration.
- Antioxidant Fruit Complex (Watermelon and Apple Extracts): Hydrates, visibly plumps, and supports skin from environmental stressors.
- Pentavitin and Red Algae: Supports and nourishes skin barrier to prevent water loss.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phth
The OrdinaryMulti-Antioxidant Radiance Serum with Vitamin C and Ginseng
ITEM: 2860757
Size: 1 oz/30 mL
$14.00
It is a thin water based serum. Its purpose is to prevent anti-aging as well as fade dark spots and smooth the look of skin texture. ...Loving this serum!...Such a fantastic serum! I live in a dry climate and I really love to use hydrating serums to keep my moisture.
What it is: A daily antioxidant serum with eight technologies, including vitamin C and ginseng, that protects and visibly brightens dull skin.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Dullness, and Uneven Texture
Formulation: Serum
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Ascorbyl Glucoside: A stabilized form of vitamin C that supports skin’s natural collagen.
- Ginseng Extract: A plant extract that helps protect and soothe skin’s stress response.
- EGCG: Designed to help shield against environmental irritants.
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