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Barrier Balancing Water Cream

Made for—and tested on—combination and oily skin, this acne-safe water cream delivers fast-absorbing hydration, locks it in with microbiome-friendly ingredients that support the skin barrier, and keeps shine under control.

Benefits

  • Hydrates
  • Smooths
  • Clarifies
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Barrier Balancing Water Cream

  • Skinfix Barrier Balancing Water Cream Hero Image
  • Skinfix Barrier Balancing Water Cream Swatch Image
  • Skinfix Barrier Balancing Water Cream Action Image
  • Skinfix moisturizer guide showing Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream for dry to normal skin, Ceramide Prime Whipped Cream for normal to combination skin, and Barrier Balancing Water Cream for combination to oily skin.
  • Skinfix Barrier Balancing Water Cream New Packaging Image
  • Barrier Balancing Water Cream refill — white cylindrical jar with light blue foil seal.
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Full 1.7 oz

Weightless hydration that lasts three days straight—even after cleansing

Weightless hydration that lasts three days straight—even after cleansing

  • Do No Harm
    Details
    • Clinically Tested
    • Dermatologist Tested
    • Safe for Sensitive Skin
    • Non-Comedogenic
    • Non-Acnegenic + Fungal Acne-Safe
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Vegan
    • Cruelty-Free
  • Do No Harm
    Details
    • Clinically Tested
    • Dermatologist Tested
    • Safe for Sensitive Skin
    • Non-Comedogenic
    • Non-Acnegenic + Fungal Acne-Safe
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Vegan
    • Cruelty-Free
  • Ingredients
    2.35% Balancing Complex

    Zinc PCA, niacinamide, and green tea absorb oil and boost skin's radiance

    1% Heptapeptide Solution

    Prebiotic peptides that support the barrier for healthy-looking skin

    2% Humectant Blend

    Hyaluronic acid and saccharide isomerate deposit instant, lasting hydration

    Free From

    × fragrance
    × essential oils
    × silicones
    × phthalates
    × microplastics
    × parabens
    × sulfates
    × PEGs
    × gluten

  • Ingredients
    2.35% Balancing Complex

    Zinc PCA, niacinamide, and green tea absorb oil and boost skin's radiance

    1% Heptapeptide Solution

    Prebiotic peptides that support the barrier for healthy-looking skin

    2% Humectant Blend

    Hyaluronic acid and saccharide isomerate deposit instant, lasting hydration

    Free From

    × fragrance
    × essential oils
    × silicones
    × phthalates
    × microplastics
    × parabens
    × sulfates
    × PEGs
    × gluten

  • How to Use
    Day + Night
    • Use every day, twice a day—in the morning and at night
    • Apply 1-2 pumps to clean, dry skin after serum and eye cream
    Lock It In

    Allow Water Cream to sink in completely before makeup for a more matte look, or apply makeup while moisturizer still feels wet for a boost of dewiness

    Good To Know

    Plays well with actives—like exfoliating acids, retinoids, and brighteners

  • How to Use
    Day + Night
    • Use every day, twice a day—in the morning and at night
    • Apply 1-2 pumps to clean, dry skin after serum and eye cream
    Lock It In

    Allow Water Cream to sink in completely before makeup for a more matte look, or apply makeup while moisturizer still feels wet for a boost of dewiness

    Good To Know

    Plays well with actives—like exfoliating acids, retinoids, and brighteners

  • Awards
    2026

    Cosmopolitan Holy Grail Beauty Award – Best Moisturizer for Oily Skin

    2025

    Marie Claire Skin & Hair Award Winner - Best Moisturizer for Oily Skin

    2025

    Oprah Beauty O-Wards Winner - Best Lightweight Moisturizer

  • Awards
    2026

    Cosmopolitan Holy Grail Beauty Award – Best Moisturizer for Oily Skin

    2025

    Marie Claire Skin & Hair Award Winner - Best Moisturizer for Oily Skin

    2025

    Oprah Beauty O-Wards Winner - Best Lightweight Moisturizer

See in Action
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    After
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    After

Clinical Results

Clinically proven to boost hydration while significantly improving the look of pores
Results of a 4-week clinical trial on 32 subjects, analyzed with a corneometer and expert clinical grading, after 1 week and 4 weeks

  • 97% agreed that this moisturizer felt refreshing

    Results of a 7-day consumer perception study on 32 subjects with oily or combination skin, after 1 week

  • 97% said it layered into their routine without pilling

    Results of a 7-day consumer perception study on 32 subjects with oily or combination skin, after 1 week

  • 95% said it felt lightweight on skin

    Results of a 4-week consumer perception study on 32 subjects with oily or combination skin, immediately

  • 91% noticed their skin was less oily at the end of the day, and still hydrated

    Results of a 7-day consumer perception study on 32 subjects with oily or combination skin, after 1 week

Environmental

Reducing our impact is important to us

We partnered with Bluebird to complete a full Life Cycle Analysis on the carbon and waste impact of this product.

Reducing our impact is important to us

We partnered with Bluebird to complete a full Life Cycle Analysis on the carbon and waste impact of this product.

Production

Made in North America with ethical labor practices

Box

100% FSC certified paper made with 30% recycled fibres and plant-based inks

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  • Pump

    Save the pump and reuse it with the refill, or place it in the Pact Collective bin for recycling - locations here

    Packaging Facts

    26% PCR mixed material

  • Cap

    Place in the recycle bin

    Packaging Facts

    1.7 oz: 70% PCR 0.5 oz: 50% PCR PP

  • Jar

    Unscrew the regular size 1.7 oz base, remove the pump and replace the cap on the base, then place it in the recycle bin. 

    Packaging Facts

    1.7 oz: 70% PCR PP outer Jar. 44% PCR PP by weight inner pod.
    0.5 oz: 50% PCR PP Jar

  • Box

    Place in recycle bin

    Packaging Facts

    100% FSC certified paper made with 30% recycled fibres and plant-based inks

FAQ

  • Is this safe to use if I have fungal acne?

    Yes, Barrier Balancing Water Cream is fungal acne safe—it was formulated without ingredients that are known to feed yeast and aggravate malassezia folliculitis (aka fungal acne).

  • Can I layer this with acne treatments/acids?

    Barrier Balancing Water Cream is dermatologist-approved, acne-safe, and designed to support your skin barrier with essential, soothing hydration. In other words: it's the perfect complement to acne treatments or acids.

  • I have oily/acne-prone skin—can I use this?

    Barrier Balancing Water Cream was clinically proven to be non-comedogenic and non-acnegenic, and is even safe for fungal acne. When tested on a panel of 32 people with oily skin, after 1 week, 91% said their skin was still hydrated and less oily at the end of the day.

  • Is this safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding?

    Barrier Balancing Water Cream has been reviewed and tested for safety on a panel of people who aren’t pregnant or breastfeeding. It does not include any ingredients known to be unsafe while pregnant or breastfeeding, but as with any new product, we recommend checking with your healthcare provider if you're concerned.

Overall rating: 4.785714 / 5 from 280 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Barrier Balancing Water Cream is praised for its fast-absorbing hydration, lightweight texture, and ability to keep skin soft, refreshed, and free from shine. Customers appreciate its non-clogging properties and the way it enhances skin's youthful appearance. The sleek packaging is also noted for its ease of use.

Summary topics

  • Sensitive Skin Safety: 11%
  • Skin Softness and Refreshment: 52%
  • Lightweight and Airy Texture: 15%
  • Hydration Effectiveness: 20%
  • Skin Feeling: 32%

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Review highlights

  • "This cream absorbs into my skin quickly and I can feel the hydration right away." — cassmariexox
  • "The difference is noticeable, and my skin feels calmer and less inflamed." — heyitsalyssad
  • "My skin looks glowy and healthy with minimized pores, I am obsessed!" — cindy333

Reviews

I love this product. I

"I love this product. I have very sensitive, oily skin and it is a struggle to find a moisturizer that is very matte and keeps the oil down without feeling dry or tight. I have gotten so many complements on my 'glowing' skin since switching to Skinfix (I use the gel cream too at night for a bit more moisture)."

— Jennifer Y. (5/5)

Cette crème est tellement légère,

"Cette crème est tellement légère, c'est parfait pour l'été quand la peau a tendance à être plus huileuse. J'avais enormement de rougeur mais cette marque m'a aidé à m'en débarrasser complètement. Elle m'a redonné confiance et a mit en valeur ma beauté naturelle"

— Nour F. (5/5)

I am so glad I

"I am so glad I found Skinfix! I have never been so consistent with my skincare routine, because I love the way these products feel. My skin already looks and feels better after just a couple weeks of using the Barrier Balancing Water Cream and the Adapinoid Gel. Can’t recommend highly enough!"

— Brittany C. (5/5)

NOT TO BE DRAMATIC BUT…

"Not to be dramatic but this moisturizer literally changed my skin overnight (in the good way). With sensitive skin, I was nervous about making the switch from my tried and true CeraVe moisturizing cream which was thick and felt like it was sitting on top my skin. This moisturizer is so light and you can feel/see your skin actually absorb it. I learned from this product that I have combo skin as it did leave some dry spots but I loved it so much I use it as my daytime moisturizer because it sits so nicely under my makeup and I bought the SkinFix peptides cream moisturizer for my night routine! The combo has kept my skin fairly balanced and it’s never looked better!!! Thank you SkinFix!"

— Amanda (5/5)

Very lightweight, easy to spread,

"Very lightweight, easy to spread, not greasy…it’s just perfect for oily skin."

— Tashi S. (5/5)

Absolutely love this! I have

"Absolutely love this! I have sensitive, acne prone skin with rosacea. I purchased the mini tub to try. The Barrier Balancing Water goes on so smooth. It's light but offers plenty of moisture. I need to order the large size now!"

— Jennifer L. (5/5)

Good hydration

"My husband loves this cream so much. It’s excellent for his skin, lightweight, and gives amazing hydration."

— Sherowg (5/5)

Love it, works for my

"Love it, works for my sensitive skin."

— Kenya L. (5/5)

It’s pricey, but it really

"It’s pricey, but it really is lightweight and actually hydrating. My skin is fussy: too much hydration and it will break out and too little and I will have dry patches. This is wonderful. It isn’t enough hydration for my eyelids and under eye in the winter, but it will be enough in the other seasons."

— Suzin S. (4/5)

This is my favorite moisturizer.

"This is my favorite moisturizer. I usually mix it with Triple Lipid because my skin is sensitive, slightly oily around the nose, and very often in the morning I need something lighter. This one is perfect in that sense. It provides great hydration without feeling heavy or greasy. After finishing just one jar, I could clearly see an improvement in my skin barrier - my skin became noticeably more hydrated and less porous. It also helped with small breakouts, which I believe is related to restoring and supporting the skin barrier."

— Lalita P. (5/5)

Q&A

Out of curiosity, will this eventually become refillable?
Hi Ash, Thank you for reaching out. While we’re actively exploring refill options across our product lines, we don’t currently have a refill planned this. We truly appreciate your interest—and your support of our planet-aware packaging efforts. It’s feedback like yours that helps shape our future offerings.
Will there be a refill for this in the near future?
Thank you for reaching out. While we’re actively exploring refill options across our product lines, we don’t currently have a refill planned this. We truly appreciate your interest—and your support of our planet-aware packaging efforts. It’s feedback like yours that helps shape our future offerings.
How does the hydration level of this moisturizer compare to the old version of your Skin Barrier Restoring Gel Cream? That was my holy grail moisturizer until the formula changed and it was no longer fungal acne safe. Wondering if this one would be as hydrating as that old version? Excited that it’s FA safe!
Hi Em, We think you will LOVE the barrier+ Barrier Balancing Water Cream. Yes, because it is Fungal Acne Safe, but also because of it's lightweight texture with fast-absorbing hydration.
Hi! Is the squalane in this product derived from olives or sugarcane?
Hi Kendra, Thanks for your question. The squalane used in this formulation is sugarcane. We hope this helps!
Hi! Can this be used with tretinoin 0.025 ?
Hi Falyn, Great question! Barrier Balancing Water Cream is dermatologist-approved, acne-safe, and designed to support your skin barrier with essential, soothing hydration. In other words: it's the perfect complement to acne treatments or acids. Please do not hesitate to reach out to info@skinfix.com
Is there macadamia oil in this?
Hi Autumn, Thanks for your question. No, this does not have macadamia oil. You can always see a full list of the ingredients on the product page for each item on our website. Here is the list for reference: Ingredients/Ingrédients: Water/Eau/Aqua, Squalane, Propanediol, Niacinamide, Triheptanoin, Saccharide Isomerate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Zinc PCA, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Allantoin, Camellia Sinensis Seed Extract, Acetyl Heptapeptide-4, Glucose, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, C14-22 Alcohols, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol. We hope this helps
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