Evidence-based Efficacy
Significant improvement
24%
reduction in redness area
Other improvements
33%
increase in skin moisture
13%
reduction in excess oil


Plant-based Ingredients and Origins
Full Ingredients
Clean Ingredients
Safety and efficacy are Skin Need’s commitment to you. Our ingredients are USP grade for highest purity, as well as sourced from USDA certified organic and ECO certified natural origins where available. All formulas are EWG and CosDNA - independent bodies for ingredient safety review - checked for safety as well as toxicology tested by SGS to ensure that there are no contraindications amongst ingredients in the formula.
Ingredient Safety Rating based on EWG and CosDNA Standards
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Ingredient | EWG ratings | CosDNA index | Formulation Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Organic Rice Bran Extract |
1
2
|
1
2
| Low Hazard |
Vitamin B5 |
1
|
1
| Low Hazard |
Vitamin E |
1
|
1
| Low Hazard |
Algae Extract |
1
3
|
1
| Low - Moderate Hazard (SGS-tested safe % for antimicrobial) |
Beta-Glucan |
1
|
1
| Low Hazard |
Hydrolyzed Wheat Proteins | Low - Moderate Hazard (SGS-tested safe % for moisture retention) | ||
Sea Buckthorn Extract |
1
|
1
| Low Hazard |
Lavender Extract |
1
|
1
| Low Hazard |
Calendula Extract |
1
|
1
| Low Hazard |
High Molecular Weight Sodium Hyaluronate |
1
|
1
| Low Hazard |
L-Lysine |
1
|
1
| Low Hazard |
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose |
1
|
1
| Low Hazard |
Ethylhexylglycerin |
2
|
2
| Low Hazard |
DI Water |

Compare with formulas of the same category
Skin Type
OIL, COMBO
|
Skin Type
ALL, COMBO
|
Skin Type
COMBO, NORMAL, DRY
|
Skin Type
NORMAL, DRY
|
Skin Type
NORMAL, DRY
|
Texture
Fresh Gell
|
Texture
Light Lotion
|
Texture
Light Cream
|
Texture
Rich Cream
|
Texture
Rich Cream
|
Effect
Balancing,
Antibacterial
|
Effect
Stabilizing,
Soothing
|
Effect
Antioxidizing,
Smoothing
|
Effect
Nourishing, Firming
|
Effect
Nourishing,
Brightening
|
(*oil-free formula; thickness originates from the amount of Hyaluronic Acid in the formula)
Q&A
If I have extreme behavior across my skin, i.e. very oily t-zones and dry across the cheeks, what is the best way to use this Hydra Smooth Essence?
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