Soothing & Barrier Support Serum, Redness-Reducing & Hydrating Solution for Skin Barrier Recovery

I have mild rosacea with redness and milia. I've tried compound prescriptions and layering OTC products with little to no effect, which often caused stinging. I patched tested The Ordinary Soothing & Barrier Support Serum with no negative reaction. I've been using this every night along with The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA for the past 3 weeks. The redness has diminished greatly and milia has even reduced. I don't wear makeup so my skin used to look very red during video conferences, and now my skin looks normal on camera. I still haven't experienced any stinging or discomfort, which is amazing. The serum goes on smooth and spreads easily. There is no noticeable fragrance. The pink color is weird and does show on the skin until it absorbs. It tacky feeling goes away once it absorbs after several minutes Overall I am very pleased with results. The price is great since it looks like one bottle will last 2+ months for me.

The Ordinary Soothing and Barrier Support Serum has been a total skin saver for me. From the first few uses, my skin felt calmer, more comfortable, and noticeably less irritated. Redness was reduced, and that tight, stressed feeling disappeared. The texture is lightweight but nourishing, and it absorbs quickly without leaving any residue. It layers perfectly with other skincare and works beautifully both morning and night. Within a week, my skin barrier felt stronger, more hydrated, and much more balanced. What I appreciate most is how gentle yet effective this serum is. No burning, no breakouts, no fragrance. Just simple, thoughtful formulation that actually does what it promises. For the price, the results are incredible. If your skin is sensitive, over exfoliated, or just needs some extra care, this serum is a must have. I will definitely be repurchasing. Highly recommend!

If your skin reacts easily to products or seems to be angry or even itchy & irritated- you need to try this serum. Less is more with this product. Use a few drops- just enough to spread around and absorb instantly. Any remaining residue will pill up later. Gross 🤢 It's really great to hydrate and soothe your skin, while also helping it to be more resilient and less sensitive overall. We have dry, windy winters and I use this under a good moisturizer to keep my face from being parched. I recently used this on my legs- I was traveling & had used a hotel soap and they were so dry and itchy that I couldn't sleep. The hotel lotion wasn't doing much so I decided to give this a try- it couldn't hurt right? They felt instantly cooled and soothed PLUS the stubborn crepey dryness that no lotion can seem to touch was noticably waaaay better!! I use it 2-3 times a week on my arms & legs in summertime & my skin feels plumped and when I follow up with lotion I have a nice glow. A little pricey for body use, but honestly not that bad and it actually works!

I’ve been struggling with redness and irritation around my cheeks and nose for months, and honestly, I was getting pretty frustrated with my skin. A friend recommended The Ordinary’s Soothing & Barrier Support Serum, and I’m so glad I listened to her! What I love most about this serum is how quickly it works. The product claims it helps recover the skin barrier in 2 hours, and while I can’t say I timed it exactly, I definitely noticed my skin feeling calmer and less angry within hours of my first application. The redness that usually flares up after cleansing was noticeably reduced. The texture is lightweight and absorbs beautifully without any stickiness. Since it’s fragrance-free, there’s no scent at all, which is perfect for my sensitive skin. I use it both morning and evening as directed – just a few drops go a long way. The hydration boost is real too. My skin feels plump and moisturized all day, which has been a game-changer during these colder months. I love that it contains ceramides and other skin-loving ingredients like niacinamide and Centella Asiatica – it feels like I’m giving my skin exactly what it needs to heal. The only minor downside is that you do need to patch test first (which I learned the hard way with another product!), but I had zero issues with this serum. Overall, this has become a non-negotiable step in my routine. For the price point, you really can’t beat the results. My skin looks calmer, feels more comfortable, and I finally have that healthy glow I’ve been chasing. Definitely repurchasing!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

This serum feels soothing right away and helps reduce redness with consistent use. It gives a nice boost of hydration without feeling heavy or greasy. The results aren’t instant, but over time the skin barrier does feel more balanced. A great addition for sensitive or irritated skin.

Remarkable product. My skin barrier was wrecked after too much acid exfoliation and my makeup was oxidizing and overall my skin looked terrible. I researched product to see if I could find something to help. I love ordinary products and have used other syrums for years so I decided to give this a try and im sooooo happy I found it. Within days my makeup started setting better and now after using a full bottle I have 0 issues with my makeup and skin texture! Total gem, highly recommend!!!

This is a miracle serum !! I have dealt with red , dry but oily skin. It’s blotchy and looks irritated with everything I’ve used. But this stuff in just three days has made such a big difference ! I use it morning and night with a light cleanser and my skin is healing and glowing !

I use 5 different products by this company and decided to try this one. While, I like all the others, this one I love. I was amazed on how just the first application made my skin look and feel. It gave this smooth glass like surface. It made my pores look smaller (that is not even what is known for). You almost immediately know what has been missing, a healthy skin barrier. I use Peter Thomas Roth’s retinol and then The Ordinary’s Niacinamide serum. By using the Barriers support before the retinol eliminates dryness. I will be a faithful customer on this one!