Choosing the right iS Clinical hydrator can make the difference between skin that simply feels moisturised and skin that looks healthy, radiant, and resilient.
Whether you're deciding between Daily Dynamic Hydrator, Hydra-Cool Serum, Moisturising Complex, or Reparative Moisture Emulsion, this guide breaks down exactly which formula is best for your skin type and concerns.
Why Hydration Is Essential for Skin Health
Hydration supports your skin barrier, improves elasticity, reduces the appearance of fine lines, and enhances overall glow. When your barrier is balanced, your active serums (like vitamin C or retinol) perform better — and irritation is reduced.
iS Clinical's Hydration range is expertly formulated to prep and protect skin from dryness and dehydration while reinforcing the skin barrier. Powered by clinically proven humectants and biomimetic lipids that mimic the skin's natural moisture sources, these intelligent replenishing formulas deliver targeted hydration exactly where it's needed. With daily use, skin appears stronger, smoother, plumper, and revitalised—across all skin types.
Which Hydration Product is Best for You?
1. Daily Dynamic Hydrator
Best for: All skin types | Normal to Combination | Everyday use
The iS Clinical Daily Dynamic Hydrator is a lightweight gel-cream designed to provide long-lasting hydration while strengthening the skin barrier.
Clinical Study:
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33% improvement in hydration*
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12% improvement in elasticity*
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27% decrease in glabellar frown lines*
Key Benefits:
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Improves the appearance of deep lines and wrinkles
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Repairs, balances and nourishes
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Plumps, softens and firms skin's appearance
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Ideal under makeup and SPF
- Brightens Skin
Who Should Use It?
If you want a daily moisturiser that works year-round, this is your go-to. It's especially ideal for combination skin that needs balance without heaviness.
2. Hydra-Cool Serum
Best for: Sensitive skin | Redness | Post-treatment | Oily/Combination
The iS Clinical Hydra-Cool Serum is a refreshing, lightweight gel serum that delivers instant cooling hydration.
Key Benefits:
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Soothes redness and irritation
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Calms post-procedure skin
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Oil-free and lightweight
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Perfect for layering
Who Should Use It?
If your skin is reactive, inflamed, or easily irritated, Hydra-Cool Serum provides gentle hydration without clogging pores. It's also excellent in warmer climates or for acne-prone skin needing lightweight moisture.
3. Moisturising Complex
Best for: Dry skin | Mature skin | Dehydration | Winter months
The iS Clinical Moisturising Complex is a richer cream that delivers deep, long-lasting hydration.
Key Benefits:
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Intensely nourishing
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Improves skin elasticity
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Supports barrier repair
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Reduces visible dryness and flaking
Who Should Use It?
If your skin feels tight, flaky, or mature, this is one of the best iS Clinical moisturisers for restoring comfort and suppleness.
4. Reparative Moisture Emulsion
Best for: Normal to Combination | Sensitive | Barrier repair
The iS Clinical Reparative Moisture Emulsion is a lightweight, restorative hydrator designed to comfort and rebalance skin.
Clinical Study:
67% decrease in pollution-related free radical damage*.
Key Benefits:
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Ultra-light emulsion texture
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Strengthens and supports barrier health
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Gentle enough for reactive skin
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Hydrates without heaviness
Who Should Use It?
If creams feel too heavy but serums aren't enough, this is the perfect in-between option. It's especially helpful for sensitised or post-treatment skin.
Which iS Clinical Hydrator Should You Choose?
| Skin Type / Concern | Best iS Clinical Hydrator |
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| Everyday hydration | Daily Dynamic Hydrator |
| Redness / Sensitive | Hydra-Cool Serum |
| Dry / Mature | Moisturising Complex |
| Combination / Reactive | Reparative Moisture Emulsion |
Can You Layer iS Clinical Hydrators?
Many professionals recommend layering:
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Hydra-Cool Serum + Daily Dynamic Hydrator (lightweight glow)
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Hydra-Cool Serum + Moisturising Complex (deep hydration + soothing)
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Reparative Emulsion in the morning + Moisturising Complex at night
Still unsure? A professional Skin Consultation can help tailor your routine for optimal results.
*Based on a blinded tissue study. Levels of 8-isoprostane were measured by ELISA assay after four hours of Reparative Moisture Emulsion exposure and twenty-four (24) hours of
DPM 2.5 exposure at three concentrations – 5 ug/ml, 50 ug/ ml, and 500 ug/ml.
*Based on a 2-week study of 40 subjects which included use of Cleansing Complex and Daily Dynamic Hydrator throughout study.
