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.
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.
$19.60
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.
ITEM: 2419380
Size: 1 oz/ 30 mL
$100.00
I swear by PTR’s Water Drench Cloud Mask as it does wonders for my skin. ...It feels nice on the skin though, it is quite a heavy serum, much different from typical hyaluronic serums.
What it is: An intensive hydrating serum that drenches skin with a 75 percent Hyaluronic Acid Complex, plumping the look of fine lines and leaving a dewy finish.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, and Combination
Skincare Concerns: Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Dryness, and Dullness
Formulation: Serum
Highlighted Ingredients:
- HydraFence 3%: Provides 120 hours of enhanced hydration.
- Hyaluronic Acid Complex 75%: A potent hydrator that plumps the look of skin with intensive moisture.
- Ceramide Complex 5%: Improves the look of fine lines and wrinkles.
ITEM: 2667145
Size: 1 oz / 30 mL
$101.00
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. ...I’m OBSESSED with this serum. It makes my skin look absolutely flawless.
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
ITEM: 2879856
Size: 2 oz/59.2 mL
$46.00
What it is: A hypochlorous acid serum to soothe and spot treat chronically sensitive skin.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Acne and Blemishes, Redness, and Uneven Texture
Formulation: Gel
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Hypochlorous Acid: Defends your skin from harmful bacteria, reduces redness, and soothes irritation.
- Water and Sodium Chloride: Act as the optimal delivery solution for hypochlorous acid.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, phthalates, sulfates SLS & SLES, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also vegan and cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: The only hypochlorous acid serum recognized by all three
$77.00
This water based serum is super lightweight and absorbs into skin in no time. ...I was intrigued to try the Amino Rain Glass water serum by Drunk Elephant considering the unique luminous finish aspect!
What it is: An advanced hydration serum that awakens skin with a pop of opalescence, boosts luminosity over time, and firms and soothes skin for a glass-like finish.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, and Combination
Skincare Concerns: Dark Spots, Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Dryness, Redness, Dullness, and Loss of Firmness and Elasticity
Formulation: Serum
Highlighted Ingredients:
- 1.0% Fermented Poly Amino Acid: Provides long-lasting hydration benefits.
$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.
$125.00
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
$10.50
It took a couple weeks before I noticed a definite improvement in the texture of my skin (and I was only using it once a week at first), but I'm super happy with it. It is oil based, but absorbs well even in my oily skin - highly recommend, especially at this price!...Oil based Retinol, absorbs really nicely and doesn't cause my skin to peel.
What it is: A solution that contains retinol, an ingredient that can reduce the appearances of fine lines and photo damage.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Uneven Texture, and Loss of Firmness and Elasticity.
Formulation: Lightweight Serum
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens. This product is also vegan, cruelty-free, and gluten-free, comes in recyclable packaging.
What Else You Need to Know: This water-free serum contains 0.2 percent of pure Retinol, an ingredient that can reduce the appearances of fine lines, photo damage, textural irregularities, and the general look of skin aging.
