Anua Rice Ceramide Hydrating Barrier Serum
Works for
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Panthenol + 18 moreWorks well
“Rice Ceramide Hydrating Barrier Serum”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, hyaluronic acid.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: caprylic/capric triglyceride, pentylene glycol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np, niacinamide, panthenol
ExfoliationHydroxyethyl urea, AllantoinWorks well
“Contains Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract to brighten uneven skin tone with mild exfoliating effects, promoting a glow complexion.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: hydroxyethyl urea.
Evens skin toneNiacinamide, Alpha-arbutin + 1 moreWorks well
“Ce sérum est enrichi en eau de son de riz pour éclaircir et clarifier la peau, en extrait de miel pour renforcer la barrière cutanée et en alpha-arbutine pour estomper les taches sombres et l'hyperpigmentation.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: alpha-arbutin, hydroxyethyl urea, niacinamide
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: arbutin.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Anti-blemishNiacinamide, Beta-glucan + 1 moreWorks well
“Further enriched with Alpha-Arbutin to help fade the appearance of acne scar and post-blemish redness, making skin more toned. Suitable for all skin types.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Niacinamide, Adenosine + 3 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, niacinamide.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Arbutin, Oryza sativa extract + 5 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (arbutin) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy9 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
1 of 1 community members would buy it again.
Agréable, protecteur et hydratant.
La texture est superbe, un peu comme la snail mucin.
Bien pour les peaux mixtes à grasses en hiver.
Ingredients
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Oryza sativa bran water~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be somewhat helpful for attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Oryza sativa bran waterDipropylene glycol~6.1–9.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolGlycerin~5–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinMethylpropanediol~3.9–5.9%
Water~2.9–4.3%
Butylene glycol~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolMethyl gluceth-10~1.6–2.4%
Niacinamide~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about Niacinamide1,2-hexanediol~0.85–1.25%
Panthenol~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolHydroxyethyl urea~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A derivative of urea, a compound that is naturally present in skin. Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients
More about Hydroxyethyl ureaPentylene glycol~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolSodium polyacrylate~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateOryza sativa extract~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Oryza sativa extractCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideCarbomer~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerEthylhexylglycerin~0.35–0.8%
Hydrogenated lecithin~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinPolyquaternium-51~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps create a nice silky finish on the skin
More about Polyquaternium-51Adenosine~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineAllantoin~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinSodium phytate~0.2–0.7%
Xanthan gum~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCeramide np~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npSodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAlpha-arbutin~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might help reduce hyperpigmentation when used regularly over a long period of time. Is more effective than beta-arbutin
More about Alpha-arbutinAngelica keiskei extract~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Corchorus olitorius leaf extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dioscorea japonica root extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hibiscus esculentus fruit extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals. It can be irritating
More about Hibiscus esculentus fruit extractNelumbo nucifera root extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Beta-glucan~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanTocopherol~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolArbutin~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Beta-arbutin. Can help to reduce hyperpigmentation and has an anti-oxidant effect when used in high enough concentration. Is less effective compared to alpha-arbutin
More about ArbutinDefatted rice bran extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Zinc stearate~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Defatted rice bran~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oryza sativa bran~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed rice protein~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed rice proteinOryza sativa seed protein~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Honey extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Honey extractHyaluronic acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidIngredient list view
Oryza sativa bran water, Dipropylene glycol, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Water, Butylene glycol, Methyl gluceth-10, Niacinamide, 1,2-hexanediol, Panthenol, Hydroxyethyl urea, Pentylene glycol, Sodium polyacrylate, Oryza sativa extract, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Carbomer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrogenated lecithin, Polyquaternium-51, Adenosine, Allantoin, Sodium phytate, Xanthan gum, Ceramide np, Sodium hyaluronate, Alpha-arbutin, Angelica keiskei extract, Corchorus olitorius leaf extract, Dioscorea japonica root extract, Hibiscus esculentus fruit extract, Nelumbo nucifera root extract, Beta-glucan, Tocopherol, Arbutin, Defatted rice bran extract, Zinc stearate, Defatted rice bran, Oryza sativa bran, Hydrolyzed rice protein, Oryza sativa seed protein, Honey extract, Hyaluronic acid, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid
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| Price | $25.31 | $17.73−$7.58 | $12.06−$13.25 | $27.27+$1.96 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 12 of 15 | 10 of 15 | 10 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Ferulic Acid | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Retinol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
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Product summary
"Anua - Rice Ceramide Hydrating Barrier Serum" is effective for: Exfoliation, Moisturizing, Evens skin tone, Anti-blemish and Anti-aging
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (1.40% - 2.10%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- Ceramides (ceramide np 0.30% - 0.70%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
- Adenosine 0.20% - 0.75%. It is a chemical present inside our skin cells. A clinical trial confirmed that topical application of Adenosine in a low concentration can reduce dynamic wrinkles (these are the wrinkles that appear with age in a places where our mimic is the most active, for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead).
- Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) at about 0.90% - 1.35% concentration. In this concentration, Panthenol works effectively to improve the skin barrier and reduce inflammation.
- Humectants (hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid 0.10% - 0.40%, hyaluronic acid 0.10% - 0.35%, sodium hyaluronate 0.15% - 0.65%, panthenol 0.90% - 1.35%, glycerin 5.00% - 7.50% and hydroxyethyl urea 0.55% - 1.25%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
What our users say
Based on 1 review 100% recommend this product- When it comes to comedogenicity, the reviewer found that it does not clog pores.
Price
The product retails for 22.00$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 32 studies and safety reviews.
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