Drunk Elephant | B-Hydra Intensive Hydration Serum

Andrea

Great Hydrating Cream

This product improved the hydration in my skin, definitely worth having in your skin routine.

Dianna

Love it

Great serum. Light, but nourishing. I love to mix it with drunk elephant retinoid cream at night or with marula oil. However, it is good on its own as well.

Maryam

Love it

Oily to combo skin. This serum is like a big glass of water for my skin. No scent, absorbs fast. Worth every penny. Pretty packaging but I don't think it is recyclable. Only down side.

Theodora

Indifferent

I purchased this to use with CFirma and TLC the first time I tried DE but it was meh. My skin is dry/combo and as an ex-acne sufferer I have an occasional spot every now and then. This product didn’t cause any breakouts but it didn’t provide the extra hydration boost that I need which is really disappointing considering the price and that I truly love the other two products.

Effie

Can't live without

I am a huge fan of DE products and this one is my favorite! I first tried it in one of their "the littles" kit and I felt my skin reviving! I bought the full size and I am now kind of addicted to it. My rosacea remains tamed and my skin is deeply hydrated plus it works as a base to mix any DE product.I have used it both with lala retro and protini and I think that it works its best with protini as Lala retro is a bit too heavy (at least for my skin). I am in my 3rd bottle and I am about to order 2 more. It was the only skincare product I used during my pregnancy as it is super safe.

MariaK

Not for dry skin

I hate to do it to Drunk Elephant - a brand I usually enjoy, but this serum is just a big miss for me. I tried it first in winter (deluxe sample was part of Christmas set) and it just didn't work. I thought well, maybe it will work better at summer, when my skin is more normal to combination. Tried it again this summer, and still my skin is dry as Sahara. For a serum marketed as "Intense Hydration" and targeted for all skin types it's not that hydrating. I can see how oily skin types may enjoy it, but if your skin is normal to dry - most likely it won't provide enough moisture. I must say it does have very nice silky texture, no detectable smell, no breakouts or other reaction on my sensitive skin. I just wish it performed as marketed.

Lindsey

Lovely!

I read reviews on this product and wasn't sure! I've been testing it now for a few weeks and I do really like it. My skin feels plump & hydrated. Not sure if that is the lots of other products I use however! Not sure its worth 40 quid!

Tania

Amaziiiing

Love this serum, it is hydrating and light weight. I think this is an amazing product for combination to oily skin. Will definetly buy it again.

Nico

Okay Product

I wanted to love this product so badly! However, for me, it just doesn't provide that moisture injection that my skin needs. That being said I do like the Lala Retro Whip and I LOVE the DE macula oil so its nice to mix this in with those.

Chris

amazing!!

I really like the Drunk Elephant hydrating serum. It really hydrates my skin. I use it after my hyaluronic acid and vitamin c. It cools my skin down as well which I love. Will deffo buy again.

Ally

Love this so much

This is one of my favourite serums - it really makes a difference to my dehydrated skin. I always layer it with other products to lock it in, but love this so much!

Chris

I like it.

I Really like this one. It's not all that bad for the price. Really hydrating and it feels nice and refreshing.

Sara

Great hydrating serum

It's a beautiful serum. I prefer this consistency over other more runny hydrating serums. It does hydrate. However, for me, I'm not sure this is a necessary product. Nice, but not necessary.

Szonja

Works well with oily skin

I’ve been using this serum for over a month now, and my previously constantly dehydrated skin is plump. The price is a bit up there, indeed, but I think it’s worth it.

Chloe

Just O.K.

I got this with my A - Passioni sample. The product is average at best. It is light and absorbs into the skin quickly, which is good for my oily skin to an extent. I just don’t think it is hydrating enough. It’s just a bit ‘meh’ nothing amazing. I don’t know why but I was expecting more from this moisturiser, since I am using other DE products which are 5*. I wouldn’t buy this in the bigger bottle, I will be looking for more effective moisturiser after sample runs out.

I-Chi

Not too much

I am quite disappointed because I can not see it does anything else to my skin apart from hydration. It's important to keep the skin hydrated I know, but with the price tag, there are so many good alternative out there. A so-so product for me.

Bobby720

Not worth the money!

Although this is a fairly nice serum with regards to consistency and smell, I do not believe it is worthy of its price as a skin hydrator. This does not give me the boost of hydration I was hoping for on its own and I now use it along side The Ordinary’s 100% plant derived squalane to get a surge of moisture into my skin. If used alone I actually think it dehydrates the skin slightly. I concentrate the use on my forehead as that is where I have the appearance of fine lines but I don’t think it works to combat those either! I will not repurchase and am only continuing to use because of the price it was purchased for.

LisaRo

Didn't do much for me

I decided to try it after all the rave reviews, but it didn't do much for my skin at all. I have combination skin with the cheek area quite dry so it still left it dry and didn't make much difference at all. But I'm giving it 2 star also because of the ridiculously irresponsible plastic packaging that it comes in. It's about 10 times bigger than it should be. Come on, guys it's 2020!

Drea

Cant live without!

I received this once from an IG mystery box giveaway, I had never heard of the brand or anything but I gave It a try. I have never loved a serum more than this! I have sensitive and dry skin but I hate a cream texture. When I use this I can get away with a gel moisturizer on top. I am on my 4th bottle now, I will keep buying this

Migle

A great replacement for a hyaluronic acid :)

I decided to switch the usual hyaluronic acid step in my skincare routine with this one and it seems to be working great! It really feels like a splash of cool water on your skin :)

Chiara B.

Hard to say

I have used this serum always in conjunction with a very good moisturizer on top and it’s hard to say if this product has made a difference. I think is one of those products that helps in the routine to add moisture but it needs to be topped with other products for showing it’s best. I sure can say that you get a lot of product and the bottle will last you for a while. Maybe I will retry in summer as my skin should be in less needing of hydration. Smells good and texture is fresh.

Danni

Drunk Elephant B-Hydra Intensive Hydration Serum

I had high hopes for this after trying a sample size with my purchase of A-Passioni and I really did like it at first. As a serum it really boosted the effectiveness of my moisturiser. However on purchasing the full-sized bottle, I noticed the serum has a runnier texture and doesn't do much for me. Maybe the formulation has changed? If so, I prefer the older version 100x more. Disappointing and I won't repurchase.

Nereida

Very good

Perfect product.

MG

Disappointment

I have combination skin and while using this serum I felt that it did not give me the boost of hydration as I kind of expected. Nothing special, will not repurchase or recommend.

arwen

does the job

This is a good hydrating serum - does the job well and it has a very nice texture.

KG

Not impressed

I have an oily skin type and realised I should be looking for something to hydrate my skin as opposed to something that moisturises. I was really excited to try this as it seemed to be targeted at more dehydrated and oily skin types. But I just don’t understand this product! Firstly, it’s more a serum and cannot be used alone as it’s just a weird texture to put on the skin. Even when I mix this in with my moisturiser, it makes absolutely no difference. Although it doesn’t break me out, it doesn’t help either and the texture just doesn’t apply nicely to my textured, dehydrated and oily skin. Thought I had found something to finally work but looks like I’m still searching...

Zee

Best hydrating serum

Anyone reviewing this and giving it a low rating that’s using it as a stand alone moisturizer - you’re missing the point. Serums are used before moisturizers to help other products penetrate deeper into the skin and the hyaluronic content helps lock the moisture in. If you’re using it alone it’s not going to be able to do any of that.

Mariana

Ok hydrating serum

I found this serum to be just average. It does help lock in some other serums, it is non oily and very matte. However, I did not feel super moisturised with it. Bioderma Hydrabio Serum is much MUCH cheaper and does a great job - hydrates and plumps, and is super matte - no traces after appliyng.

Kimi

Would recommend to anybody

I use it twice daily and cannot imagine my skincare routine without it. It's very plumping and smoothing, you must put a moisturiser over it to get the best results. Products like SPF or makeup apply beautifully over it. Superior over all other hyaluronic acid serums.

liana

very helpful

I have been using this serum for almost three weeks. I have rosacea and my skin suffered a lot this lately - it was red and dehydrated. Using this has shown a great improvement.

Croskell

Not a moisturiser

This isn’t a moisturiser so don’t treat it as one. This will draw water up from the skin but as it isn’t a moisturiser it won’t lock the moisture in. So please use this with a moisturiser otherwise you may not hydrate your skin.

Raluk

Love it

I put it after my hyaluron (HO) and before my spf cream. For my normal - dry dehydrated skin this routine is perfect.

Sus

I really like it

I use the Drunk Elephant B-Hydra as a serum under LaLa or Protini and I mix it with C-Firma in the morning (followed by LaLa) - this makes my skin hydrated and glowing. I have normal/dry skin and mixing other DE products with the B-Hydra make my skin absorb the product-mix better! B-Hydra absorbs quickly - I like that.

SPH

Love the product - just overpriced

I'm 33 with dry/very dry sensitive skin. I recently switched my skincare to mostly Drunk Elephant products (and a few from Paula's Choice). I have seen significant improvement in dry patches and zero irritation. B-Hydra sinks into the skin immediately and has a relatively thin consistency without any stickiness. Mixes in perfectly with DE C-Firma and Protini. Whilst the product does deliver, £44 for a hydrating serum does feel excessive. It's the least 'exciting' DE product IMO and considering the whole range is expensive, if I had to give up one product, it would be B-hydra. Having said that, I'll probably repurchase when it's on promotion/discount.

Maria

always try in samples firstly

I have a mini version of this serum from Rescue Party Kit, and when I used it firstly, I thought that I will buy it in full-size, but after the second and third application a lot of clogged pores and small pimples occured on my cheeks, and when I tried to use it two weeks later, the effect was the same. So, I totally can't recommend this serum. If you think that you want this serum or any other Drunk Elephant item, please, buy it in minis to understand the effect and save the money!

WOW

Glass of icy water for the skin

Exactly what is said, a cold glass of water for the face. I first got B-Hydra in the mini set and didn't repurchase the full size for a while, I started to see my skin become less radiant and had to repurchase straight away, such a great product for my dry skin.

Sweet T

B-hydra serum

Do you have to use a moisturizer after the serum?

UrsulaTheAwesome

Fave out of all the DE products

At nearly €1 per ml it is expeeeeensive. But it does something remarkable to my skin and I am worth it. It doesn't irritate me and works well with my BodyShop Aloe creams. And I mix them because B-hydra is a humectant, and I need an occlusive to seal in all the moisture. Otherwise its not as useful.

Shipra

Overpriced.

Overpriced and over hyped for what it does. I have combination skin and it didn't moisturise much.. I have to wear a stronger moisturiser on top.. Not worth it.

T

Unnecessary

This does not really impart much hydration or moisture on its own, you’d have to use a lot of product for it to spread well which means this will run out very quickly. It is much better when mixed in with other drunk elephant serums and moisturisers. Therefore at £52 it’s not worth the money. You’d end up spending at least £110 to get the full benefit. You could buy any other silicone free Hyaluronic Serum at a reasonable price to do the same thing instead.

R

Know what you are paying for

This is the first Drunk Elephant product I purchased since it (finally) launched in the UK. I have to say it is quite expensive for a simple hydrating serum, but it is so pleasant to use as it does not get sticky like other hyaluronic acid products, so it’s perfect for laying. I would say the hydration effect is medium, so it’s suitable for oily to slightly dry skin types, really dry skin might need something “stronger” or layer other products. I would also suggest using a mist right before applying this, so that you don’t run out of it in a month and the hyaluronic acid can work better. I usually need two pumps of this for the face and neck. Luckily I received an email from Cult Beauty that I’ll get a refund, as DE has come to their senses and decided to decrease their UK prices a little bit, so it makes the price a little more acceptable now.

Hazelwat

The good stuff

Really nice acid, it has no sticky residue like most and leaves skin feeling plump and hydrated! Also mixes in well with other products. 100% recommend.

Katie – Cult Beauty Staff

First try...bodes well!

I just used this product for the first time last night and have woken up to much happier, better-hydrated skin! It absorbed instantly and left me with a silky base on which to apply the Lala Whipped Cream and my dehydrated skin was instantly soooo much happier. I'll definitely be using this regularly to support my skin as we move into the colder months.

Racla

Great addition to your regular moisturiser

My skin is acne prone, combination and dehydrated. I’ve been using an expensive clinic B5 serum for sometime. It’s double the price of this for half the amount of product and does the same thing. If anything this is nicer to use as it leaves a cooling effect. Can be used on its own but I like to layer my regular moisturiser over the top day and night. If your looking for hydration without saturation then this is ideal, I’ve now stopped using facial oils as they just never absorb enough to use in the day too.

Georgia

Soothing

This serum is very light, perfect for the morning. The texture is great and it really does it's job.

Korina

Feels hydrating but you need a lot of it.

Amazing serum for hydration, it didn’t break me out but I needed more product to feel the hydration, so it ended really fast...

Hannah

Feels safe when skin is sensitive

I recently experienced my first bad reaction to another skincare product. My skin went dry, red and held a burning sensation so severe I felt the need to call my doctor. I had previously used a sample of this serum and was shocked by the quick effects it had on the plumpness and hydration of my skin. Fearful of trying out anything new on my irritated, sensitive skin, I purchased the full price and my skin has been loving it. Not oily, quickly absorbed and has helped to balance the oily production in my face. I use two pumps in the morning and one at night and haven't used a moisturiser whilst doing this. I agree with others that there are other serums on the market for less with similar/arguably better ingredients, but I now feel safe with this product and will continue to repurchase. 4* as I feel £40 is a little excessive for 50ml.

Yara

Good product but ...

I have combo acne prone skin!! So when I first used this serum it dried me out. But when I mix it with their protini polypeptide cream it went on smoothly on my skin & did not dry me out. So I would recommend mixing it with other heavier occlusive creams.

Shahad

Love it

Definitely will buy it again , perfect for oily skin

Danielle

New favorite serum...

This is so light. It soothed my irritated sore skin. If I’m having any sort of break out or irritation I will use this. Leaves my skin soothed, bright and super hydrated! Love this .

Jenny

Soothing, layers well

This serum is light, water-based, and without any irritants or heavy oils. The B-Hydra serum is one of my favourite Drunk Elephant products, possibly top of the list. I dislike running out of it; I always miss it when I'm out. I use it before a night or day moisturiser. It works beautifully around the eyes. Drunk Elephant ingredients and packaging make it worth the expenditure.

Al

Saves my skin

When my hayfever or eczema plays up this really helps bring my skin back to its best within 24 hours. As my eczema cream is too harsh for my face I find using this product to dilute the cream while hydrating my skin works a treat. It also works well on its own for my skin - especially around more sensitive parts of my face.

Natalie

Great serum for the morning

I love this hydrating serum as part of my morning routine! I have quite dull, dry skin and find that this serum makes my skin look bright and hydrated without breaking me out. I don't think it should be used instead of a moisturiser as it isn't meant for that, however when used together they work great. My morning routine now consists of a cleanser, this serum, a moisturiser and SPF - this routine leaves me with bright, glowy skin. I don't think this product is essential, but is a nice hydrating boost alongside a moisturiser and leaves a nice base for makeup in the morning.

Viktoria

Not hydrating enough on its own

I bought it thinking I would be able to use it instead of day cream as I have oily skin. However, it is not nearly hydrating enough on its own. I like the consistency and the feel of it but I wouldn't recommend using it instead of a moisturiser.

Cristina

It's good, but not wow for the price.

I really like the texture of this and it leaves a nice feeling on the skin, I think a good basic hydrating serum. I give it 3 stars however because for this price I expect more from a serum-like put the niacinamide higher up in the ingredient list, same for hyaluronic, maybe through in some peptides. There are serums out there that do more for the price but this one is pretty so if you have the money to spare, go ahead. It's not one of those cases where you can say "it's expensive but it's a great formula". it's just okay.

Birdie

It’s a staple.

On to my third full-size bottle of this serum and for me it’s a keeper. Huge fan of the Drunk range overall given how stable their products make my skin (no breakouts, good level of moisturisation, etc). 4 stars as there are other serums out there with ingredients that pack a greater punch for the same price but you can’t go wrong with this one if you want a consistent first layer every day.

RGG

Works fine but there's better

I am on my second bottle of B-Hydra but it has unfortunately found it's way to the back of my skincare shelf as I have discovered new serums that I find work much better. B-Hydra is very unoffencive and does a fine job, however I think there are more advanced hydration serums on the market for a similar price.

Laura

Love it for my oily skin

I have oily skin and mixing this in with my other DE products or just using it on its own really helps with my oily skin, and makes my skin feel hydrated. My skin is so clear and soft since using DE products. DE is expensive so if you are unsure I would purchase one of the littles sets before investing in the full size items. Also you only need a little bit of product so this will last me a while before I have to re purchase. Highly recommend, will be repurchasing.

KLC

Okay .... but had same results for cheaper prices.

I really love the texture of this it’s very light and soothing and I love the bottle BUT for the money I’ve had very similar effects for cheaper products so not sure that I could justify buying this again.

Tine

Water for skin

An absolute must-have product, for me.

Marta

Favourite thing in the morning

I’m not sure what it does, but I can’t go a day without it. It really is like a drink for the skin and I love the cooling effect that it gives me. It’s a pleasure to use - the look, the texture, the feeling on the skin.

SKL

My new favourite serum

I have super sensitive acne prone skin and this serum keeps my skin hydrated, calm and with spots at bay. It soaks in so well and makes my skin feel super soft and hydrated for the day. An absolute must in my skincare routine now!!

MNV

Amazing

This is by far my most favourite DE product. I am already on my second bottle and can’t do without it! It’s great on its own and also when mixed with C Firma.

H

Nothing special

Similar to the experience of other reviewers, don’t think this was anything to write home about. Didn’t really do anything at all. Didn’t do harm but didn’t do good either. I went for months without even using it until I discovered I can mix it in with my moisturiser which kind of gives better results than using it as a serum alone.

HC

Good but nothing special

I got a small size of this along with the Vit C serum, so have tried it out as well. It is very moisturising, but it feels like it takes quite a while to sink into my skin. Other serums seem to do the same job for me, so I wouldn't buy this product on its own.

Marina

Not worth the money

Sinks in immediately but wasn’t hydrating at all.

Claclou

Good, hydrating serum but expensive

It does the job but for the price, I was expecting a bit more. Packaging is on point and really nice. But what matters is the content and, for me, it's just a basic, hydrating serum. BF really likes it though to calm the post-shave rash.

Mhadjicosti

Serum Review

Expected more of this product. Although it hydrates it does not leave a moist after feeling. No smell at all. Something I didn't like. Will use, but not repurchase.

Ioana

Not worth it

It does what it does, gives you a boost of hydration but it is not a unique product, nor is it worth the price point at all. You could get a similar serum at your local drugstore and that for me does not make me want to repurchase.

jules

multipurpose serum

My go-to serum that only adds to one’s moisturiser benefits. I sometimes blend it with T.L.C at night, but also find it ok to be used solo, especially on days you don’t need much on your face. Size is great and will serve you well, as you’ll only need 2 tiny pumps of product to cover your face :)

Miya

Love this serum

Really nice, lightweight serum. I always mix in with the Protini moisturiser at night or use in the morning before my SPF. Love the ingredients and that you get 50ml of product instead of the standard 30ml for serum. <3 <3

Mimi

Great

Great for my oily/combination skin. Doesn’t cause breakouts or excessive shine. Skin feels nicely hydrated and soft.

S

On my 3rd bottle

Perfect for day time as an alternative to moisturiser. Sits well underneath make up as it’s light, doesn’t pill and doesn’t leave any sticky residue like lots of other hyaluronic serums I’ve tried. On application, it feels very refreshing. I agree with some other reviews here that say it literally feels like a cool drink of water for your face.

Line

Good serum

It is a good serum, but considering the price point it might not be worth it.

Alexandra.

Okay.

It just doesn't do anything. It sinks in quickly and isn't sticky or anything, but no difference at all and I use this as a standalone moisturiser. I am 23 and my skin is normal to combination.

tenks

impressive

I am on a second purchase already, a light serum which is perfect for day time use. it doesn't aggravate my sensitive skin and absorbs perfectly.

Cecilia

Love it!

I use it together with my c firma serum in the morning and the Lala retro whipped cream, works great together!

Orsi

Amazing

Until the age of 22 I had pretty much perfect skin: baby soft, even skin tone, very rarely getting a spot. Then it all went downhill, hello adult acne. I've tried sooo many products since then, I think all combined I've spent a fortune - to no end. I was considering getting some proper laser treatments or medication, but then I saw Drunk Elephant was launching in the UK and I thought, one more try, and I ordered the Littles and A-Passioni. "Thankfully" not all products worked for me, otherwise I'd have a VERY expensive skin care routine. But the things that worked, oh my goodness they did WONDERS to my skin. These are the TLC and the B-Hydra serums along with A-Passioni. For the first time in four years I'm once again confident about my complexion. Yes, these products are expensive, but to me they are worth it if it means I have clear, bright and soft skin.

Abbie

Pretty good but overhyped

Got the mini of this in one of the bundles and I have to say I do like it for a extra boost of moisture under my normal moisturiser however I don't think it does enough to justify the price.

Katy

Great for oily skin

It's a really good Serum for oily dehydrated skin! I use it to mix in with my C-Firma in the morning a sometimes on its own in the evening for some extra hydration! Love it! Don't clog my pores and sinks right into the skin! Highly recommend!

EVA SHIE

Decent and smells good

I'm not sure it does a lot, but for the 50 ml the price is decent. I especially love the soap-bubble smell of it, reminds me of purity ^_^

pascale

Agréable - Pleasant

Bon sérum hydratant,sans plus ***** good moisturizing serum, no more

ERIALC

Decent hydrating serum

I got a 15ml as part of a set and I cocktail it with C-Firma every morning. I'd say it gets the job done but not particularly value for money where there are other brands at better price points with HA serums that give instant hydration. It's a gel texture that absorbs beautifully and leaves no residue. I wouldn't compare this to The Ordinary as the efficacy of this is better. I like the product but with so many options of well-priced HA serums, I wouldn't think this is the best value for money product.

Tony

Not sure...

It has a gel texture that transforms into a water burst and initially it feels very good but after a minute it feels like nothing. A hydrating toner (is&tree ,hada labo,klairs) will hydrate 10000 times better and help the absorption of other products and it's 30 euros cheaper...

Shay

Lovely

This is in a gel formula and the texture of it is so nice. I mix it with the marula oil and it is the best combo. I love this and will definitely buy again.

Frida

Good basic hydrating serum

I quite enjoyed this serum. It works well under makeup or mixed and layered with other products. The texture is like a thicker gel but it absorbs quickly and doesn't leave any tackiness or feeling of your skin being covered. I have quite dry skin so I like the added hydration

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