The Ordinary Soothing & Barrier Support Serum - 30ml

The Ordinary Soothing & Barrier Support Serum 1 oz (30 ml):

What It Is

A multi-active serum formulated to repair and strengthen the skin barrier, reduce redness, and boost hydration—delivering noticeable results in as little as two hours and up to 86% hydration increase upon use 

Active Ingredients & Benefits

• Vitamin B12: Protects against dryness and reduces redness, giving the serum its soft pink hue 

• Ceramide Complex: Restores essential skin lipids, helping to rebuild barrier structure 

• Niacinamide (≈2%–3%): Hydrates, supports barrier function, and helps even skin tone 

• Centella asiatica phytotechnologies (asiatic/ madecassic acids etc.): Calm irritation, strengthen skin, and reduce inflammation 

• Bisabolol & Gallic Acid Derivatives: Soothe redness and discomfort 

• Sugar-based hydrators & botanical antioxidants (ginger root, EGCG, etc.): Provide immediate and lasting hydration plus defense 

Texture & Feel

• Lightweight emulsion with a dewy finish.

• Some users reported that it can pill when too many layers are applied 

• Pink color from B12, but no staining—just aesthetic