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COSRX The Ceramide Skin Barrier Moisturizer
By Nur → Last verified 9/28/2026
Price checked 9/28/2026
Korean retail list price converted to US dollars at 1,365.10 won per dollar (Seoul market close, September 28, 2026). This is not a US retail price; sale prices vary by retailer.
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What we found
Based on how this product compares to others in the moisturizers category, cross-referenced against retailer listings and market data.
Strengths
- + 2025 Beauty+ Super Cosmetic Awards, Moisturizer NO.1.
- + Best for: Readers comparing barrier-focused cream moisturizers
Worth knowing
- - The 2025 Beauty+ Super Cosmetic Awards placement (Moisturizer NO.1) is a market ranking and does not measure results for any particular skin type
- - Contains silicones (Dimethicone, Dimethiconol)
Key ingredients
These are the ingredients COSRX highlights for this product, cross-checked against general dermatological and cosmetic-chemistry sources, not a full INCI list.
Fragrance: No fragrance appears in the ingredient list on file; brand confirmation pending.
| Ingredient | What it is | What it does for skin |
|---|---|---|
| Water | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Butylene Glycol | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Glycerin | A humectant naturally present in skin, one of the most well-established moisturizing ingredients. | Draws water into the skin's outer layer, helping maintain hydration and support the barrier. |
| Cetyl Ethylhexanoate | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Squalane | A stable, skin-identical oil, usually plant-derived (from olives or sugarcane) in modern formulas. | An emollient that softens skin and helps prevent moisture loss without feeling heavy or greasy. |
| Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Dicaprylyl Carbonate | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Behenyl Alcohol | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Dimethicone | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Betaine | An amino-acid-derived humectant, naturally found in sugar beets and also present in snail mucin. | Helps draw and hold moisture in the skin, and has mild soothing properties. |
| Hydroxypropyl Bispalmitamide MEA | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| C14-22 Alcohols | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Palmitic Acid | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Stearic Acid | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Hydroxypropyl Bislauramide MEA | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Arachidyl Alcohol | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Cholesterol | One of the three core lipids (alongside ceramides and fatty acids) that make up the skin barrier. | Works together with ceramides and fatty acids to reinforce the barrier and reduce moisture loss. |
| Polyacrylate-13 | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Allantoin | A soothing compound, naturally occurring in some plants and also made synthetically. | Calms irritation and supports skin healing, often paired with other barrier-focused ingredients. |
| Arachidyl Glucoside | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Caprylyl Glycol | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Glyceryl Caprylate | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Hydrogenated Polyisobutene | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Carbomer | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Tromethamine | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Hydrogenated Lecithin | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Dimethiconol | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Cetearyl Alcohol | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Ethylhexyl Palmitate | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Sorbitan Isostearate | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Phytosphingosine | A lipid found naturally in the skin and used as a building block for ceramides. | Supports the skin barrier and has mild calming and antimicrobial properties. |
| Panthenol | Pro-vitamin B5, which converts to pantothenic acid once absorbed into skin. | Hydrates as a humectant, supports wound healing, and has anti-inflammatory, soothing effects on irritated skin. |
| Propanediol | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Tocopherol | The chemical name for vitamin E as typically used in skincare formulas. | Helps neutralize free radicals from UV and pollution exposure and supports the skin's moisture barrier. |
| Ceramide NP | One specific, well-studied type of ceramide used in skincare formulas. | Reinforces the skin barrier and helps it retain moisture, the same core ceramide function. |
| Sodium Hyaluronate | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Ceramide NS | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| 1,2-Hexanediol | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid | Hyaluronic acid broken down into smaller fragments for easier absorption. | Delivers hydration to the skin's upper layers more readily than larger-molecule hyaluronic acid. |
| Ceramide AP | One of the ceramides found in the skin barrier, also called ceramide 6-II. | Helps replenish the skin's barrier lipids and reduce moisture loss. |
| Ceramide AS | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Hyaluronic Acid | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Ceramide EOP | A long-chain ceramide (ceramide 1) found in the skin barrier. | Helps support the structure of the skin barrier and reduce moisture loss. |
Research-Based
Our assessment comes from pricing, ingredients, and published information, not personal use, the same standard we apply across the site. This product hasn't been hands-on tested yet. See our Methodology for what that distinction means.
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Frequently asked
How much does COSRX The Ceramide Skin Barrier Moisturizer cost per mL?
$0.23 per mL (currently $18.31 for 80 mL).
Has COSRX The Ceramide Skin Barrier Moisturizer been hands-on tested?
Not yet. Our assessment for this product comes from pricing, ingredients, and published information, not personal use, the same standard we apply across the site. See our Methodology for what that distinction means.
Has COSRX The Ceramide Skin Barrier Moisturizer won any awards?
Yes -- NO.1 in Beauty+ Super Cosmetic Awards 2025.
What are the key ingredients in COSRX The Ceramide Skin Barrier Moisturizer?
The ingredients COSRX highlights for this product include Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Squalane, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Behenyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Betaine, Hydroxypropyl Bispalmitamide MEA, C14-22 Alcohols, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Hydroxypropyl Bislauramide MEA, Arachidyl Alcohol, Cholesterol, Polyacrylate-13, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Allantoin, Arachidyl Glucoside, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Dimethiconol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Phytosphingosine, Panthenol, Propanediol, Tocopherol, Ceramide NP, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ceramide NS, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramide AP, Ceramide AS, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Ceramide EOP.
Sources
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