Product Overview
A concentrated hydrating essence formulated with eight forms of hyaluronic acid alongside glycerin, betaine, trehalose, sodium PCA, panthenol and beta-glucan to help replenish moisture in dry and dehydrated skin.
The formula also combines lightweight emollients with niacinamide, oat extract, hydrogenated lecithin and prickly pear seed oil, giving it both humectant hydration and additional skin-conditioning support.
Its lightweight texture makes it an easy hydration layer beneath moisturiser for both morning and evening routines.
Why We Chose It
Glass Ritual chose the Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Water Essence because it offers a comprehensive humectant system rather than relying on hyaluronic acid alone.
Alongside its eight forms of hyaluronic acid, the formula contains glycerin, betaine, trehalose, sodium PCA, panthenol and beta-glucan — ingredients that work together to support water retention and a softer, more comfortable skin feel.
Niacinamide provides additional barrier and tone support, while hydrogenated lecithin and prickly pear seed oil contribute light conditioning.
This makes it a strong dedicated hydration essence for skin that needs more moisture without a heavy cream-like treatment step.
Benefits
- Helps replenish hydration in dry and dehydrated skin
- Contains eight forms of hyaluronic acid
- Provides additional humectant support from glycerin, betaine and sodium PCA
- Trehalose helps support moisture retention
- Panthenol provides hydrating and soothing support
- Beta-glucan provides additional hydration and skin-conditioning support
- Niacinamide supports skin barrier function and more even-looking tone
- Contains oat kernel extract for soothing and conditioning support
- Includes lightweight emollient ingredients
- Contains prickly pear seed oil
- Helps skin feel softer, smoother and more supple
- Lightweight enough for morning and evening use
Who It's For
May be suitable for:
- Dehydrated skin
- Dry skin
- Normal skin
- Combination skin
- Oily but dehydrated skin
- Skin experiencing tightness from dehydration
- Those wanting an intensive humectant-focused essence
- Those wanting multiple hydration-supporting ingredients in one step
- Those who prefer lightweight hydration beneath moisturiser
How to Use
After cleansing and toning, dispense approximately 2–3 drops into the palm.
Gently spread over the face and pat until absorbed.
Follow with an appropriate moisturiser to help retain hydration.
Use morning and/or evening according to your skin's needs.
Ritual Position
Cleanse → Toner → Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Water Essence → Serum if needed → Moisturiser
This is primarily a concentrated humectant hydration step.
Glass Ritual Pairing
For oily but dehydrated skin, pair with a lightweight moisturiser to provide moisture retention without creating an unnecessarily heavy routine.
For dry and dehydrated skin, follow with a richer moisturiser containing appropriate emollients and barrier-supporting lipids.
Because this essence already contains multiple forms of hyaluronic acid plus several additional humectants, another dedicated hyaluronic-acid serum may not be necessary.
Key Ingredients
8 Forms of Hyaluronic Acid
A combination of hyaluronic acid and hyaluronate derivatives providing complementary humectant and skin-conditioning support.
Glycerin
A well-established humectant that helps attract and retain water at the skin's surface.
Betaine
Provides humectant support and helps maintain a comfortable skin feel.
Sodium PCA
A component associated with the skin's Natural Moisturising Factor that helps support water retention.
Trehalose
A sugar-derived humectant that helps support skin hydration.
Panthenol
Provides hydrating, soothing and skin-conditioning support.
Beta-Glucan
A humectant and soothing ingredient that helps support hydrated, comfortable skin.
Niacinamide
Vitamin B3 that supports skin barrier function and helps improve the appearance of uneven tone.
Oat Kernel Extract
Provides soothing and skin-conditioning support.
Hydrogenated Lecithin
A phospholipid-derived ingredient providing additional emollient and conditioning support.
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil
Prickly pear seed oil that provides lightweight emollient and skin-conditioning support.
Full Ingredients
Water, Methylpropanediol, Polyglycerin-3, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Cyclohexasiloxane, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Betaine, Xanthan Gum, Trehalose, Panthenol, Butylene Glycol, Sodium PCA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA, Tromethamine, Polyquaternium-51, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Beta-Glucan, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Pteris Multifida Extract, Cynara Scolymus (Artichoke) Leaf Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Ascorbyl Propyl Hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil.
Safety & Ingredient Information
For external use only. Avoid direct contact with the eyes. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. Discontinue use if persistent irritation develops.
Patch testing may be appropriate when introducing a new skincare product, particularly for sensitive or reactive skin.
Ingredient formulations may occasionally be updated by the manufacturer. Always check the ingredient list printed on the product packaging received for the most current formulation.