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The Renewal Serum

5% niacinamide + 2% hyaluronic acid in a featherweight base. Brightens uneven tone, hydrates deep, calms redness. See visible results in 14 days. 8-week supply per bottle.

5% Niacinamide 2% Hyaluronic Vegan Fragrance-free
★★★★★ 4.9 · 3,412 reviews · Q&A (28)
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◆ The serum

Brighter, smoother, more even in 14 days.

5% niacinamide (vitamin B3) and 2% hyaluronic acid in a featherweight water-based serum. No fragrance, no alcohol, no filler — just the actives, at the concentrations proven in 4 published clinical trials.

The formula targets 6 signs of skin aging simultaneously: uneven tone, post-acne marks, fine lines, enlarged pores, dehydration, and barrier damage. 94% of trial participants saw brighter, more even skin in 14 days. 87% saw fewer visible pores in 8 weeks.

Use AM and PM after cleansing, before moisturizing. Layer under SPF in the morning, under your night cream at night. Pairs beautifully with our Vitamin C 15% in the AM and Retinol 0.5% in the PM.

◆ What's inside

8 ingredients. That's it.

5% Niacinamide. The most studied skincare active of the decade. Brightens, evens tone, strengthens barrier, minimizes pores.

2% Hyaluronic acid (3 molecular weights). Hydrates at 3 depths of the skin — surface, mid-dermis, and deep. Plumps fine lines from within.

1% Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5). Soothes, calms, and supports barrier repair. Especially good for sensitive or reactive skin.

0.5% Allantoin. A skin-soother that's been used for centuries. Reduces redness and irritation.

No. Fragrance. Alcohol denat. Parabens. Phthalates. Sulfates. Silicones. Dyes. Essential oils. Nuts. Gluten. Soy. 100% transparent.

◆ The formula

Four actives. Eight ingredients.

We publish every concentration. No "proprietary blends." No "may contain." If we put it in the bottle, we'll tell you exactly how much.

5%
Niacinamide (B3)

Brightens, evens tone, minimizes pores, strengthens barrier

2%
Hyaluronic acid

3 molecular weights · hydrates at 3 depths · plumps fine lines

1%
Panthenol (B5)

Soothes, calms, supports barrier repair · great for sensitive skin

0.5%
Allantoin

Skin-soother · reduces redness and irritation

◆ Full INCI list

Every ingredient, in order.

Ingredients are listed in descending order of concentration, as required by FDA and EU cosmetic regulation. The first 4 are the actives. The next 4 are the vehicle.

  • Aqua (Water) — 91%
  • Niacinamide — 5%
  • Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid, 3 MW) — 2%
  • Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5) — 1%
  • Allantoin — 0.5%
  • Sodium PCA — humectant
  • Glycerin — plant-derived humectant
  • Phenoxyethanol · Ethylhexylglycerin — preservative system (0.5%)

★ EWG Skin Deep verified. COSMOS Organic certified. Leaping Bunny certified.

◆ Your AM routine

Layer it in. 3 minutes.

01
The Gel Cleanser

Massage into damp skin · 30 seconds · rinse

02
The Renewal Serum ← you are here

3-4 drops · press into skin · wait 60 seconds

03
The Renewal Cream

Pump · smooth over face and neck

04
Daily Defense SPF 50

2 finger-lengths · every morning · non-negotiable

◆ Your PM routine

Same, but with retinol.

01
The Gel Cleanser (or Oil Cleanser first)

Double-cleanse if you wear SPF or makeup

02
The Renewal Serum ← you are here

3-4 drops · press into skin

03
The Retinol 0.5% (PM only, 3x/week)

Alternate nights · build up slowly

04
The Renewal Cream (or Overnight Mask)

Seal everything in · sleep on it

◆ Clinical trial results · 8 weeks · 142 participants

Real data. Real skin. Real results.

An independent 8-week clinical trial of 142 participants (ages 25-58, all skin types) using The Renewal Serum twice daily. Measured at baseline, week 2, week 4, and week 8 by Visia® complexion analysis. Self-assessment surveys at weeks 2, 4, and 8.

94% Saw brighter skin by week 2
87% Saw fewer visible pores by week 8
+38% Hydration increase at week 4
−24% Post-acne marks at week 8
0 Adverse reactions across all 142
96% Would recommend to a friend

Full clinical report available on request. Email clinical@glowatelier.com for the 24-page PDF, including methodology, raw data, and statistical significance analysis.

4.9
★★★★★
Based on 3,412 reviews
98% would recommend · 8-week average ownership
★★★★★
Six weeks in, my skin has never looked better.

I've been through 4 different brightening serums in the last 2 years. None of them did what The Renewal Serum did in 6 weeks. The texture is smoother, the tone is even, and the post-acne marks from last summer are 80% faded. I'm on bottle 3. Won't switch.

RG
Rachel G. · Verified buyer
Renewal Serum · Reviewed Mar 2026
Combination · Sensitive · 30s
★★★★★
My dermatologist recommended it.

My dermatologist recommended this for post-acne marks. After 8 weeks, the difference is visible to my eye and on the Visia scan she does in-office. The texture is featherweight — no pilling, no residue, plays well with my sunscreen and makeup. Holy grail status.

DK
David K. · Verified buyer
Renewal Serum · Reviewed Feb 2026
Oily · Acne-prone · 20s
★★★★★
Finally a niacinamide serum that doesn't pill.

I've tried 5 different niacinamide serums. They all pilled under sunscreen or foundation. This one doesn't. Layering is finally easy. The formula is featherweight and absorbs in under a minute. I use it AM + PM, no issues. And the price is unbeatable for the concentration.

SP
Sarah P. · Verified buyer
Renewal Serum · Reviewed Jan 2026
Normal · 30s