The Ordinary Soothing & Barrier Support Serum, 1 fl oz — soft-pink redness-reducing hydrating repair

The Ordinary Soothing & Barrier Support Serum is a multi-active, hydration-first serum formulated to calm visible redness and help restore a weakened skin barrier.

This lightweight serum combines vitamins, lipids, sugar-based hydrators and Centella Asiatica phytotechnologies to soothe skin that feels tight, dry or irritated while improving moisture and texture. Clinically tested to boost hydration immediately and support barrier recovery, its formula is created for routine use morning and night and is accepted by the National Eczema Association. The product’s soft pink hue is due to Vitamin B12, one of several actives chosen for barrier support.

How quickly will this serum reduce redness and restore the skin barrier?

Clinical testing shows the serum can help recover barrier function in a matter of hours and reduce the appearance of redness with continued use. Expect an immediate increase in skin hydration and measurable improvements in barrier performance and comfort after regular twice-daily application.

• Barrier recovery observed in clinical testing within about 2 hours after application.
• Immediate hydration boost (clinical testing reported an 86% increase after a single use).
• Visible reduction in redness with ongoing use over weeks.

What are the key ingredients and how do they support sensitive skin?

The formula combines eight targeted technologies: Vitamin B12, three gallic acid derivatives, bisabolol, a soothing complex, plant-derived ceramides, 2% niacinamide, sugar-based hydrators and Centella Asiatica triterpenes. Together they hydrate, replenish lipids, calm irritation and help protect against environmental irritants without heavy occlusion.

• Vitamin B12: helps reduce dryness and contributes to the serum’s pink color.
• Gallic acid derivatives and bisabolol: soothe feelings of discomfort and address visible redness.
• Ceramides and sugar-based hydrators: restore essential lipids and lock in moisture.
• Centella Asiatica phytotechnologies: deliver isolated triterpenes to help protect against irritants.

How should I add this serum to my skincare routine safely?

Apply a few drops to clean skin in the morning and evening, either alone or layered under your moisturizer. Because the formula is multi-active, perform a patch test before first use, avoid applying to broken skin, and introduce it gradually if you use other active ingredients.

• Use on cleansed skin; follow with moisturizer to seal hydration.
• Patch test before full-face application, especially on reactive skin.
• Avoid use on open wounds; stop if irritation increases.

Will this serum make my skin feel heavy or oily?

No—this serum is formulated to be lightweight and fast-absorbing, delivering sustained hydration without a greasy finish. It’s designed to support both dry and combination skin types while maintaining a breathable feel under sunscreen and makeup.

• Light texture that absorbs quickly into skin.
• Provides all-day hydration without heavy residue.
• Suits layering under sunscreen and cosmetic products.

Who is this for: The Ordinary Soothing & Barrier Support Serum is suited for people with dryness-related discomfort, visible redness, or compromised barrier function who want a science-backed, fragrance-free option. It is formulated for all skin types, including sensitive skin, and is a practical choice for anyone aiming to strengthen barrier lipids, increase immediate hydration and calm reactive-looking skin as part of a daily routine.

• Features: REPAIRS & STRENGTHENS SKIN BARRIER; REDUCES REDNESS & DISCOMFORT; IMMEDIATE HYDRATION BOOST; MULTI-ACTIVE FORMULA.
• How to use: Apply a few drops morning and evening. Patch test before use and avoid broken skin.

Ingredients

Aqua (Water), Propanediol, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Pentylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Hexyldecanol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Xylitylglucoside, Ceteth-20 Phosphate, Anhydroxylitol, Ethyl Linoleate, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Naringenin, Cyanocobalamin, Panthenyl Triacetate, 4-T-Butylcyclohexanol, Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid, Cetylhydroxyproline Palmitamide, Bisabolol, Brassica Campestris Sterols, Sphingolipids, Phospholipids, Epigallocatechin Gallatyl Glucoside, Gallyl Glucoside, Propyl Gallate, Xylitol, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Stearic Acid, Dicetyl Phosphate, Isoceteth-20, Xanthan Gum, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Tocopherol, Dehydroacetic Acid, P-Anisic Acid, Phytic Acid, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Benzyl Alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin.