Barrier support serum
The OG barrier support serum that's been around since 2018 (before the skin barrier became a trend)! A hydrating serum with 5% niacinamide, ceramide complex & hyaluronic acid, designed to support, protect and replenish the skin barrier, for optimal hydration balance and to keep skin healthy.
Recently featured in the Mail Online - see article here.
Skin type: all skin types, incl sensitive
Skin goal: skin barrier health, healthy ageing, hydration, anti-redness
Key ingredients: niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, ceramide complex (incl cholesterol & ceramide precursor)
Fragrance free, vegan, made in the UK
Presentation:
Supersize 50ml: recyclable aluminium bottle with twist and lock dispenser.
Standard 30ml / 10ml try me size: amber UV filtered glass bottle with pump dispenser.
Aluminium and amber bottles are accepted in kerbside recycling, pumps unfortunately are not (as is with most closures)
Niacinamide: strengthens barrier function (among a wide variety of other benefits), resulting in better water retaining abilities of the skin.
Ceramide complex: key components of your skin’s natural lipid mix, this skin-identical lipid complex contains 3 different types of ceramides, cholesterol and the ceramide precursor phytosphingosine to help form a protective layer and reduce moisture loss from the skin's surface.
Hyaluronic acid: instantly hydrates, plumps and smooths the skin.
To read more about my serum and its key ingredients, check out my blog post: Apothaka® barrier support serum with niacinamide, ceramides & hyaluronic acid.
pH: 5-5.5
Dispense no more than a pea sized amount and apply to damp clean skin. Follow with a moisturiser (+ oil if needed) to seal in moisture. Use morning & night, and under the eye area. Complete your daytime routine with a broad-spectrum sunscreen to protect your skin.
TIP: If you haven't used niacinamide before, introduce gradually (once every other day) and build up slowly to once or twice daily use. As with all products, patch test first and discontinue use if irritation occurs.
You may notice the serum turns a little white as you apply it - this is perfectly normal (it immediately disappears) and is just the serum emulsifying with the natural oils on your skin surface.
Store in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight. Once opened use within 12 months.
Aqua, Niacinamide (vitamin B3), Glycerin, Polysorbate 20, Sodium hyaluronate, Biosaccharide gum-1, Methylpropanediol, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Ceramide EOP, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol, Citric acid, Disodium EDTA, Ethoxydiglycol, Xanthan gum, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Carbomer
Vegan friendly. Read more about our ingredients and Apothaka's promise.
Made in the UK
See here for latest delivery & returns info. I ship orders twice a week (Mondays & Thursdays, excluding UK public holidays). Outside of UK, UK VAT (20%) which is included in product prices shown, is automatically removed at checkout.
UK:
- Standard: FREE (orders over £10) / £2.95 orders under £10 - usually 2-3 working days of order being despatched
- Express: next day delivery - despatch ONLY on Monday & Thursdays
- Local delivery: FREE in Berkhamsted
EU:
- Premium tracked (DHL Connect): 7-10 days from despatch (orders shipped on Mondays currently only)
- Orders are delivered on a tax paid basis with no further duties or fees to pay. See here for more info.
Rest of world:
- Standard: 2-3 weeks of despatch date. **Allow up to 6 weeks during peak periods**
- Express: 2-4 working days from despatch
- Customers will be responsible for any payment of of any customs duties / taxes / associated fees. See here for more info
Please contact me at hello@apothaka.com if you have any other questions about shipping.
Step in routine
Cleanse
achieve a fresh canvas with our cleansers to remove make-up, sunscreen, grime & impurities
Hydrate
lightweight layers of hydration keep the skin looking and feeling healthy & plump
Treat / Boost
enhance your routine with targeted treatment products or boosters to tackle specific skin concerns
Moisturise
hydrate, replenish the water & lipid content of the skin for healthy, supple & comfortable skin
Sun Protection
a fundamental part of any daily skincare routine with a focus on healthy ageing: protect & prevent
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