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Neogenesis Beta-Glucan Serum | Hydrating Serum
Regular price
$28.00
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NeoGenesis Beta-Glucan Serum delivers lightweight hydration for dry, dehydrated or sensitive skin while helping calm and support the skin barrier.
Derived from shiitake mushrooms, beta-glucan is an ingredient that attracts and holds moisture in the skin. Research has shown beta-glucan can provide 20% more hydration than hyaluronic acid when compared at the same concentration, making it an especially effective choice for skin that isn't holding enough moisture.
This is one of my favorite serums for skin that feels dry, dehydrated, sensitive or easily irritated because you get hydration and soothing support in the same simple step.
Best for: Dry, dehydrated, sensitive or redness-prone skin.
What It Does
- Hydrates: Helps attract and hold moisture, keeping dry or dehydrated skin feeling softer and more comfortable.
- Soothes + Calms: Helps reduce the look of redness and irritation.
- Supports the Skin Barrier: Helps support the skin's natural moisture barrier.
- Smooths: Well-hydrated skin looks softer, smoother and more refined.
What Makes It Different
Beta-glucan does more than help attract moisture. It also helps soothe and support the skin barrier, making it especially useful when skin feels both dehydrated and sensitive or easily irritated.
With only four ingredients, NeoGenesis Beta-Glucan Serum keeps the formula simple and focused on hydration.
Key Ingredients
Beta-Glucan
Helps attract and hold moisture while supporting calm, hydrated skin.
Glycerin
Draws moisture to the skin and helps keep it soft and hydrated.
Beta-Glucan vs. Hyaluronic Acid
Both beta-glucan and hyaluronic acid help attract moisture to the skin, but beta-glucan also helps soothe and support the skin barrier.
Research has shown that beta-glucan can provide 20% more hydration than hyaluronic acid when compared at the same concentration. That makes it especially useful when skin feels dehydrated, sensitive or easily irritated.
You don't necessarily have to choose between them. But when you've been using hyaluronic acid and your skin still feels dry, beta-glucan may be what your routine is missing.
How to Use
Apply to clean, slightly damp skin after cleansing and toning. Follow with moisturizer. Use morning and evening.
Pila's Tip
For maximum hydration, apply NeoGenesis Beta-Glucan Serum to slightly damp skin after cleansing and toning. The extra moisture gives beta-glucan something to hold onto, helping skin stay soft and hydrated.
If dehydration is one of your main concerns, explore more of my esthetician-selected skincare for dry and dehydrated skin.
Pairs Well With
KrX Strengthen + Protect Probiotic Face Toner
Apply before Beta-Glucan Serum to add another layer of hydration while helping support the skin barrier. Together, they're especially helpful when skin feels dry, dehydrated, sensitive or stressed.
Corthe Rich M Cream
Layer over Beta-Glucan Serum to seal in hydration and give dry, dehydrated skin a more nourishing layer of moisture and barrier support.
What Guests Are Saying
"I love the NeoGenesis Beta Glucan Serum! I have been using it for a few months right after toning in my morning routine. It feels light on my skin but offers visible improvement in my hydration as a base before my moisturizer."
~ Joanna K.
Full Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Beta-Glucan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What works for dry skin in high altitude and mountain climates?
A: In dry mountain climates, look for products that add hydration back into the skin while supporting the skin barrier. NeoGenesis Beta-Glucan Serum helps replenish moisture without feeling heavy. Living and working with skin in Aspen, Colorado, this is one of my favorite serums for the dehydration that can come with high altitude, low humidity and dry mountain air.
Q: Is beta-glucan better than hyaluronic acid?
A: Both help attract moisture to the skin, but beta-glucan also offers soothing and barrier-supporting benefits. Research has shown beta-glucan can provide 20% more hydration than hyaluronic acid when compared at the same concentration. You don't have to choose between them, either. They can be used together in the same routine.
Q: Can I use beta-glucan with retinol or other active ingredients?
A: Yes. Beta-glucan pairs especially well with retinol, exfoliating acids and other active ingredients because it adds hydration and helps support the skin barrier. Apply Beta-Glucan Serum after your active serum and before moisturizer.
Pack Size
Regular price
$28.00
Shipping calculated at checkout.
NeoGenesis Beta-Glucan Serum delivers lightweight hydration for dry, dehydrated or sensitive skin while helping calm and support the skin barrier.
Derived from shiitake mushrooms, beta-glucan is an ingredient that attracts and holds moisture in the skin. Research has shown beta-glucan can provide 20% more hydration than hyaluronic acid when compared at the same concentration, making it an especially effective choice for skin that isn't holding enough moisture.
This is one of my favorite serums for skin that feels dry, dehydrated, sensitive or easily irritated because you get hydration and soothing support in the same simple step.
Best for: Dry, dehydrated, sensitive or redness-prone skin.
What It Does
- Hydrates: Helps attract and hold moisture, keeping dry or dehydrated skin feeling softer and more comfortable.
- Soothes + Calms: Helps reduce the look of redness and irritation.
- Supports the Skin Barrier: Helps support the skin's natural moisture barrier.
- Smooths: Well-hydrated skin looks softer, smoother and more refined.
What Makes It Different
Beta-glucan does more than help attract moisture. It also helps soothe and support the skin barrier, making it especially useful when skin feels both dehydrated and sensitive or easily irritated.
With only four ingredients, NeoGenesis Beta-Glucan Serum keeps the formula simple and focused on hydration.
Key Ingredients
Beta-Glucan
Helps attract and hold moisture while supporting calm, hydrated skin.
Glycerin
Draws moisture to the skin and helps keep it soft and hydrated.
Beta-Glucan vs. Hyaluronic Acid
Both beta-glucan and hyaluronic acid help attract moisture to the skin, but beta-glucan also helps soothe and support the skin barrier.
Research has shown that beta-glucan can provide 20% more hydration than hyaluronic acid when compared at the same concentration. That makes it especially useful when skin feels dehydrated, sensitive or easily irritated.
You don't necessarily have to choose between them. But when you've been using hyaluronic acid and your skin still feels dry, beta-glucan may be what your routine is missing.
How to Use
Apply to clean, slightly damp skin after cleansing and toning. Follow with moisturizer. Use morning and evening.
Pila's Tip
For maximum hydration, apply NeoGenesis Beta-Glucan Serum to slightly damp skin after cleansing and toning. The extra moisture gives beta-glucan something to hold onto, helping skin stay soft and hydrated.
If dehydration is one of your main concerns, explore more of my esthetician-selected skincare for dry and dehydrated skin.
Pairs Well With
KrX Strengthen + Protect Probiotic Face Toner
Apply before Beta-Glucan Serum to add another layer of hydration while helping support the skin barrier. Together, they're especially helpful when skin feels dry, dehydrated, sensitive or stressed.
Corthe Rich M Cream
Layer over Beta-Glucan Serum to seal in hydration and give dry, dehydrated skin a more nourishing layer of moisture and barrier support.
What Guests Are Saying
"I love the NeoGenesis Beta Glucan Serum! I have been using it for a few months right after toning in my morning routine. It feels light on my skin but offers visible improvement in my hydration as a base before my moisturizer."
~ Joanna K.
Full Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Beta-Glucan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What works for dry skin in high altitude and mountain climates?
A: In dry mountain climates, look for products that add hydration back into the skin while supporting the skin barrier. NeoGenesis Beta-Glucan Serum helps replenish moisture without feeling heavy. Living and working with skin in Aspen, Colorado, this is one of my favorite serums for the dehydration that can come with high altitude, low humidity and dry mountain air.
Q: Is beta-glucan better than hyaluronic acid?
A: Both help attract moisture to the skin, but beta-glucan also offers soothing and barrier-supporting benefits. Research has shown beta-glucan can provide 20% more hydration than hyaluronic acid when compared at the same concentration. You don't have to choose between them, either. They can be used together in the same routine.
Q: Can I use beta-glucan with retinol or other active ingredients?
A: Yes. Beta-glucan pairs especially well with retinol, exfoliating acids and other active ingredients because it adds hydration and helps support the skin barrier. Apply Beta-Glucan Serum after your active serum and before moisturizer.
Pack Size