Water-Based Serums
Sephora customers often prefer the following products when searching for Water-Based Serums.
Water-based serums 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
$61.00
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.
$87.00
I absolutely love the smell, it’s water based with no alcohol in the ingredients so I’m very happy! ...I’ve used water based serums and toners that smoothed the skin but requires moisturizer after it because it’s now enough.
What it is: An oil-infused hyaluronic acid serum formulated to deliver nourishment & 24-hour deep hydration for dewy skin that’s plumped with moisture.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Dullness, and Uneven Texture
Formulation: Lightweight Oil
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Plant-Derived Squalane: Protects skin and prevents moisture loss.
- Water Phase: Helps to soothe, calm and hydrate.
- Oil Phase: Nourishes and softens.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, and phthalates.
Tower 28 BeautySOS Intensive Redness Relief Serum with Hypochlorous Acid
ITEM: 2513059
Size: 2 oz / 59 mL
$46.00
I actually was pleasantly surprised with this product. Because it’s water based I was iffy but it’s made my skin feel a lot softer and not as red. ...I am surprised at how well this water-based serum is performing. My redness has decreased and my skin feels so much more plumped and nourished.
What it is: A lightweight, water-based treatment serum starring hypochlorous acid that's more intensive than SOS Spray (but still as gentle!) to help soothe chronically sensitive, inflamed skin.
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Hypochlorous Acid: This acid is naturally produced by the body's immune system as a first line of defense to fight the appearance of redness and defend against bad bacteria. When applied topically, it soothes, purifies, and cares for sensitive or stressed skin—leaving it looking clear, soft, and healthy.
$19.60
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. ...my face looks super healthy and bright. I use it after my water based serums
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.
$98.00
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:
- HydraFence™ 3%: Provides up to 120 hours of enhanced hydration.
- Hyaluronic Acid Complex 75%: Drenches skin with moisture for a plumper look.
- Ceramide Complex 5%: Helps improve the look of fine lines and wrinkles.
Dr. Dennis Gross SkincareDermInfusions™ Fill + Repair Serum with Hyaluronic Acid
ITEM: 2667145
Size: 1 oz / 30 mL
$101.00
I’m OBSESSED with this serum. It makes my skin look absolutely flawless. ...I am already a big fan of this brand so I was so excited to try this dermafusion fill + repair serum. The product is a water based serum so it is perfect for my combination skin.
What it is: An alternative to injectable filler that visibly fills lines, plumps, and firms skin while restoring skin’s moisture barrier function for a more youthful complexion.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Dryness, and Loss of Firmness and Elasticity
Formulation: Lightweight Gel
Highlighted Ingredients:
- 4 Weights of Hyaluronic Acid: Penetrates the skin at different levels to create a 3D-plumped effect and fill the look of fine lines.
- 4 Peptide Proteins: Visibly adds volume and firms skin.
- Niacinamide and Ectoin: Reduces redness and support the skin barrier.
What Else You Need to Know: This doctor-formulated br
$108.00
I would highly recommend this product. Also it is water based....The pumper thingy is not easy use, it doesn't get enough product in there, that's the only thing I didn't like but the serum feels amazing on the skin. I the serum is very water based and spreads well across the skin and is very hydrating.
What it is: A daily lightweight moisturizer that helps smooth texture and the look of fine lines while boosting hydration for radiant, youthful-looking skin.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Dryness, and Dullness
Formulation: Liquid
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Adaptive Phytocompound Tea (APT) Technology™: increases skin’s bioenergetic systems & antioxidant protection.
- Niacinamide: refines the look of pores.
- Ceramide III: helps strengthen the skin barrier.
$66.00
When I run out I’ll just use water or another serum....Great serum to use with Nuface Fix device!...This serum is super lightweight and absorbed almost too well when using the Nuface FIX device.
What it is: A visibly tightening microcurrent serum supercharged with active ingredients to diminish the look of fine lines and wrinkles while quickly brightening the look of skin.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Loss of Firmness and Elasticity, and Dark Circles
Formulation: Lightweight Serum
Highlighted Ingredients:
- IonPlex® (Electrolytes and Glacial Water): Effectively delivers microcurrent.
- Hyaluronic Acid: Visibly plumps and locks in moisture.
- Triple-Peptide Complex: Visibly minimizes lines and wrinkles.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, and sulfates SLS & SLES. It is also cruelty-free.
$107.00
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
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