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Hydrating B5 Gel replenishes nutrients the skin needs to feel smooth and appear younger. This oil free moisturizer combines vitamin B5 with hyaluronic acid, the body’s natural hydrator, to help bind moisture to the skin. It can be used alone or with a daily moisturizer to provide extra hydration, and is an ideal moisturizer for acne prone skin.
- Leaves skin feeling supple and smooth
- Enhances the benefits of a daily moisturizer
- Provides optimal hydration without clogging pores
- Paraben-, alcohol-, dye-, fragrance-free
- Ideal for all skin types
How To Use
Using fingertips, apply 2-3 drops to the entire face, neck, and chest. Avoid the eye area. If using in the morning, apply after a SkinCeuticals vitamin C antioxidant serum and before a SkinCeuticals sunscreen. If using with a retinol at night, apply after retinol application.
Key Ingredients
- Hyaluronic acid
- Vitamin B5
A natural humectant capable of holding 1,000 times its own weight in water and the body’s natural hydrator.
Learn more about hyaluronic acidSee all ingredients
aqua / water / eau, phenoxyethanol, calcium pantothenate, sodium hyaluronate
Physician Insight
Hydrating B5 Gel is ideal for excessively dry or cold climates, as it is like first-aid for your skin. It feels silky going on and helps replenish lost moisture.
Dr. Patti Flint – Patti Flint, MD
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Reviews
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Anonymous from
TRY WITH YOUR CE FERULIC FOR BEST RESULTS!!
My Best Results Occurred When I Combined CE Ferulic with Hydrating B-5 + A.G.E. Interrupter + Physical Fusion SPF50..I saw a great tip that a reviewer posted previously..she mentioned that she applied CE Ferulic on slightly damp skin then followed with her B-5 Gel..Many thanks to her, I tried this, and it worked wonderfully - and seemed to allow the two products to work together perfectly.. For reference, I use an airbrush makeup system with a primer - see my Esthetician every 3 weeks for derma-plane, light peel, etc..+ 2 heavy peels yearly + laser when needed!
Date published: 2016-01-20
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Fraser from
Incredible lightweight moisturizer
I'm 24 y/o, located in LA. Received this from my aesthetician who used it on me during a Hydrafacial. She recommended it after I told her how oily and prone to breakouts my skin is, and I’m in love with this! Gel moisturizers are my favorite and this one is so lightweight and feels like it tightens the pores as well. This doesn’t cause an increase in my oil production whatsoever and might actually make me less oily. Since I have such oily skin in my t-zone (and kind of dry on my chin/outer areas of my face), I don’t need a moisturizer on top and my skin doesn’t flake off during the day at all without any reapplication. I’ll definitely be purchasing the full size!
Date published: 2017-10-30
Rated 4 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Ingredient Works Well
I have sensitive skin, combination. T Zone oils yet slightly dry in some areas and normal in others. The B5 gel is a great addition over the Vitamin C AOX 10%. I also use a light moisturizer which really is an important step for those with dry skin. Hyaluronic Acid B5 isn't really a drying agent - but dry skin needs other moisturizers. I like to use Vitamin C in the morning with moisturizer and SPF50. For night, I alternate either use the Vitamin C, B5, Moisturizer OR I use retinol and moisturizer. This regimen seems to work quite well for my personal skin type. Along with peels, my skin is healthy and discolorations are under control. I would rate higher but the cost is a bit pricey - I use every other night now.
Date published: 2016-08-23
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Capers from
My favorite Skinceutical product!!!
I started using Skinceuticals about 10 years ago while working in a plastic surgery office, starting with the CE Ferulic. Since I have oily skin, currently in my 40's, I have changed to Phloretin CF; I also use the blemish & age defense, retinol 0.5, and masques but the hydrating B5 gel is my most favorite!!! Every morning and night (after my retinol), it's such a soothing step. It gives just the right amount of moisture for me without the heaviness & oily feel my complexion doesn't need.
Date published: 2017-04-21
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Anonymous from
Attention Tretinoin Users!
I am 39 years old with normal/combo skin. I began using Refissa, which is a strong Tretinoin cream, on my face about 6 weeks ago. My face has gotten slightly red and I'm peeling, which is all normal. It's also left my skin more sensitive than it normally is and dull looking. The skincare line I had been using for the last 4 years now burns and irritates my skin since I am using the tretinoin. I bought the Hydrating B5 Gel and it is awesome! It takes away the dullness and my skin feels and looks more hydrated. I was impressed with the smooth texture that glides onto your face and leaves no residue... as if there is nothing there. I then use the Emollience moisturizer followed by the Daily Sun Defense SPF 20 and even with all of this on, my skin feels great, not heavy or greasy at all and no burning! Best of all...my skin looks great!
Date published: 2011-09-30
Rated 4 out of
5
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Anonymous from
The only thing that would help my dried out skin!
This producted worked wonders on my horrible dried out skin from the harsh winter elements. It was a lifesavor!
Date published: 2010-10-03
Rated 5 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Oil-Free Hydration at its best!
If you have acne-prone skin and are experiencing pulling sensations and dehydration during the day, this product is for you! It's oil-free and really light, best applied under your moisturizer or (if you're like me and skip the moisturizer because your skin is oily) under your sunscreen. Marie Bertrand, skin care expert + microbiologist
Date published: 2016-04-02
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Anonymous from
Many great things about this product
I love the Hydrating B5 Gel. I use this in the morning without using any moisturizer and it is just the right thing to keep my skin hydrated. My skin seems to maintain a better balance throughout the day as well (I have combination skin). I use this at night as well along with a moisturizer if needed. It is so light and a little goes a very long way so it lasts longer than you think. The only reason I gave it four stars instead of five is because of the high price.
Date published: 2014-04-02
