The Ordinary

Marine Hyaluronics

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An ultra-light hydrating serum using marine-derived humectants instead of classic hyaluronic acid, for a weightless, almost water-like feel. A good layering hydrator for oily skin that finds HA serums tacky.
The verdict

What this is good for

✓ Great forDehydrationOilinessDullness
The formulation

Ingredient stack

Each ingredient is listed in descending concentration. Above the 1% line the order is regulated — below it, brands can list in any order.

Ingredients above the dashed gold line are dosed above 1% (the regulatory threshold) — these are what the formulation is really built on. Percentages are positional estimates from INCI order unless a brand discloses them.

~50–80%Aqua
~5–25%Glycerin
~3–10%Propanediol
~2–6%Amino Esters-1
~1.5–4%Sodium Hyaluron…
~1–2%3 ingredients
≤ 1% each3 more ingredients below 1%
position-estimated %1% regulatory line
Hero actives

What's actually doing the work

Marine Humectants
Algae-Derived Hydrators
Botanical
A key active in this formula. See the glossary for the full breakdown of how Marine Humectants works, the evidence behind it, and how to use it.
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Hyaluronic Acid
Sodium Hyaluronate
Acid
A humectant that binds water in the upper skin layers for immediate plumping and hydration. Multi-weight forms reach different depths. Apply to damp skin and seal with moisturiser, especially in dry climates.
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When to use

Routine placement

Morning or evening
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The closest active-matched alternative is the Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Hyaluronic Serum (70% active overlap). We found 6 options that share this product’s hero actives.

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Skin Stacker is independent and receives no payment from any brand. Ingredient analysis is based on publicly disclosed INCI lists and the peer-reviewed literature. Percentages are positional estimates from INCI order unless a brand discloses them. Formulations change — always re-check the label on your specific batch before using.