I’ve used many hyaluronic acid serums over the years and never noticed a meaningful difference. When a bottle ran out, I could go months without replacing it and my skin looked and felt exactly the same. I eventually assumed HA serums simply weren’t capable of doing much for my skin. This one proved me wrong.
I use several active ingredients, including tretinoin, so I knew my skin was prone to dryness. What I hadn’t realized was that it had gradually developed chronic low-grade dryness, sensitivity, redness, and inflammation. After about a month of using Bay Harbor Beauty’s Ceramide & Hyaluronic Acid Serum, my skin barrier finally felt restored. My skin became properly hydrated—full, supple, soft, calm, and glowing. Fine lines appeared softer, and my skin regained the smoothness and structure that give it a healthier, more youthful appearance.
The texture is thicker than I typically associate with a serum, so it took me a few applications to realize that it doesn’t need to be applied like an moisturizer. A thin layer is all you need. Give it a moment to absorb, and it layers beautifully under moisturizer, sunscreen, and makeup without feeling heavy.
This is the only HA serum that has ever made a visible and lasting difference in my skin, including compared with expensive medical-grade and med-spa brands. The ingredients are purposeful and thoughtfully chosen, and the value per dollar is excellent—especially when you apply the small amount actually needed. I’ve already repurchased it, and it’s now an essential part of my routine to keep my skin barrier healthy.
