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A tube of Hydration Station moisturizer on white background.
A photo of an open tube of Hydration Station, with the texture next to it, a lightweight white gel-like texture. The text on the image explains why it's geek: contains 5% Glycerin+1% Ectoin doesn't contain fatty acids&silicones, hydrates, protects&soothes the skin. A different section of text explains why it's gorgeous: light&refreshing gel-crem for normal, combo, oily skin, esp. if prone to breakouts, cruelty-free, vegan, Malassezia-safe, pregnancy-safe
A close up photo of the texture of Happier Barrier, squeezed onto a hand. The text on the image explains how to use the product: use it in the AM and/or PM, apply after serum, use as much or as little as your skin needs
A tube of Hydration Station moisturizer on white background.
A photo of an open tube of Hydration Station, with the texture next to it, a lightweight white gel-like texture. The text on the image explains why it's geek: contains 5% Glycerin+1% Ectoin doesn't contain fatty acids&silicones, hydrates, protects&soothes the skin. A different section of text explains why it's gorgeous: light&refreshing gel-crem for normal, combo, oily skin, esp. if prone to breakouts, cruelty-free, vegan, Malassezia-safe, pregnancy-safe
A close up photo of the texture of Happier Barrier, squeezed onto a hand. The text on the image explains how to use the product: use it in the AM and/or PM, apply after serum, use as much or as little as your skin needs

Hydration Station

Regular price $9.80
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A light and refreshing gel-cream with hydrating gold standard Glycerin and skin-protecting superstar Ectoin for dewy, plump & healthy skin. 

1.69 fl.oz. (50 ml)

Skin type: normal, combination, oily

Skin concern: can be used regardless of skin concern, especially recommended if your skin is prone to breakouts

Cruelty-free | Vegan | Fragrance & Essential oil free | Gluten-free | Malassezia-safe | Pregnancy-safe
A tube of Hydration Station moisturizer on white background.

Hydration Station

Regular price $9.80
Sale price $9.80 Regular price
Unit price

description

A refreshing, light gel cream textured moisturiser that goes beyond the basics, as it not only hydrates, but also protects and soothes the skin. A medium-amount of 5% Glycerin is enhanced by hydrators working in synergy with glycerin: a new-generation molecule called Isosorbide Dicaprylate and a sugar trio, trade named Aquaxyl, help the transportation of glycerin throughout the epidermis (by upregulating Aquaporin-3) and strengthen the skin barrier by stimulating the skin’s own ceramide production. The 1% Ectoin in the formula hydrates & soothes the skin, while it also protects from all kinds of environmental stress, such as pollution, oxidative stress, blue & visible light. A good dose of two classic calming ingredients, Allantoin and Bisabolol further enhance the soothing ability of Hydration Station.
4.5-5.5
pH
5%
Glycerin
1%
Ectoin
What makes the formula of Hydration Station unique is also what is not in it. It avoids three super common ingredient groups that are found in almost all moisturisers: fatty alcohols, fatty acids and silicones. While there is absolutely nothing wrong with these ingredients (and we do use some of them in our other moisturiser, Happier Barrier), we know there are a few skin types bothered by these, and we know how hard it is to find a good product without them. If you find that most “normal” moisturisers break you out, or you have a skin issue related to Malassezia fungi (malassezia folliculitis, aka fungal acne or seborrheic dermatitis), Hydration Station could be your formula.

who is it for?

Pretty much anyone who is looking for a lightweight, soothing gel-cream for their normal, combination or oily skin. We especially recommend it if regular moisturisers tend to break you out, or you have a skin issue related to Malassezia fungi (malassezia folliculitis, aka fungal acne or seborrheic dermatitis).
Skin type
normal, combination, oily skin
Skin problem
can be used regardless of skin concern
Texture
light gel-cream

how to use

Apply after serums in the AM and/or PM. Use as much or as little as your skin needs. 
Shelf life: 24 months from production (unopened), 6 months PAO (period after opening)

ingredients & research

key ingredients:

Glycerin - A natural, water-binding moisturizer that’s also in our skin. It is the gold standard, most proven humectant that goes beyond simple hydration. It keeps the skin lipids between our skin cells in a healthy (liquid crystal) state, protects against irritation, and helps to restore the barrier. 5% of Glycerin counts as a medium amount, ideal for combination-oily skin. 

Ectoin - An amazing, all-around skin protectant. This well-researched, multi-functional active has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, pollution & light protecting, skin hydrating, barrier repairing as well as anti-aging properties. 

Isosorbide Dicaprylate - A modern skin hydrator and barrier builder molecule that works particularly well with Glycerin. It is known to upregulate Aquaporin-3, the important water & glycerin channels in the epidermis.

Xylitylglucoside + Anhydroxylitol + Xylitol – A sugar based humectant trio that works in synergy with glycerin to increase the skin’s water-binding capacity and strengthen the skin barrier.

Bisabolol + Allantoin - Two classic skincare ingredients known for their skin soothing abilities.

full inci list:

Aqua (Water), C15-19 Alkane, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, PEG/​PPG/​Polybutylene Glycol-8/​5/​3 Glycerin, Isosorbide Dicaprylate, Ectoin, Xylitylglucoside, Bisabolol, Allantoin, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/​VP Copolymer, Glucose, Citric Acid, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol

research:

Leslie Baumann, MD, Cosmetic Dermatology, 2nd edition, Glycerin - pages 275 

Dry Skin and Moisturizers: Chemistry and Function, Marie Loden, Howard I. Maibach, chapter 20: Glycerol — Just a Moisturizer? Biological and Biophysical Effects 

Buenger, J., and H. Driller. "Ectoin: an effective natural substance to prevent UVA-induced premature photoaging." Skin Pharmacology and Physiology 17.5 (2004): 232-237. 

Heinrich, Ulrike, B. Garbe, and H. Tronnier. "In vivo assessment of Ectoin: a randomized, vehicle-controlled clinical trial." Skin pharmacology and physiology 20.4 (2007): 211-218. 

Graf, Ruediger, et al. "The multifunctional role of ectoine as a natural cell protectant." Clinics in dermatology 26.4 (2008): 326-333.

Chaudhuri, R. K., and K. Bojanowski. "Improvement of hydration and epidermal barrier function in human skin by a novel compound isosorbide dicaprylate." International journal of cosmetic science 39.5 (2017): 518-526.

Leite e Silva, Vânia Rodrigues, et al. "Hydrating effects of moisturizer active compounds incorporated into hydrogels: in vivo assessment and comparison between devices." Journal of cosmetic dermatology 8.1 (2009): 32-39.

Customer Reviews

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Olivia Guelfi
New favourite moisturiser and FA safe. Thank you!

Please please never stop making this, it is perfect and completely suitable for my 'fungal acne'/Malassezia prone skin.

The texture is creamy yet lightweight, and it absorbs beautifully without pilling like some other moisturisers I have tried. I have had a complete reduction of texture, itch, irritation and bumps on my face, something that has yet to happen in the years of trialling products.

I also greatly appreciate a brand acknowledging this as a Malassezia-safe product - something that very few brands on the market have yet to do and create suitable products for.

Thank you x1000000 and I will continue to purchase this and from your incredible brand.

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Julia

THANK YOU FOR MAKING THIS PRODUCT! I have absurdly sensitive skin and before finding this moisturizer there was only one moisturizer in my life I had found that my skin could tolerate: Tolérance Extrême Emulsion by Avene, which only had 6 ingredients. It was recently discontinued, and I was plunged back into a depressing cycle of wasting money trying moisturizers that claimed to be for sensitive skin and winding up with red, stinging skin and puffy eyes to show for it. I was discouraged to the point of almost forsaking moisturizers entirely but my skin was feeling very dry and makeup looked cakey. I decided to give this a try since I've been a fan of the Cheer Up product for a while and I'm SO glad I did because my skin has ZERO reaction. My eyes look normal in the morning, my skin tone is even and calm, and my skin feels hydrated. It does the job it's supposed to do... without a bunch of unnecessary bells and whistles that set my skin on fire. Please NEVER discontinue this formula, I am stocking up my apocalypse supply now because I never want to run out of this.

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Samantha Singletary
Holy Grail!

Please don’t stop making this. I have seborrheic dermatitis and it is extremely hard for me to find products that work for my skin. I happened upon this and OMG!! This is heavenly. I have dry skin and the consistency of this product is so creamy and smooth, my skin loves it. I’m going to buy a back up just to have on hand because I don’t want to run out and be without it!! My skin has never felt this moisturized and I would highly recommend this product to anyone with sensitive skin.

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Carlinah Jones
Beautiful 💜

As a person who has suffered from acne and dehydrated skin, it became difficult finding a product that agreed with my skin. The Hydration Station is not only fungal acne safe...there's no pore clogging ingredients. This cream doesn't sit on your face and "makes" your skin feel hydrated...you can feel it feeding your skin the nourishment it needs. It's not heavy. It's not oily. It's just beautiful. Beautifully formulated to be gentle on compromised skin. Light weight but powerful.

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Todd Kimball
Best moisturizer ever for me!

I have sensitive skin and prone to seborrheic dermatitis and I am dry in certain areas.
I’m 56 years old and this is the only thing I use on my face day and night after cleansing. No issues whatsoever. Skin is clear and even now. Just wish it was available in a larger size.

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