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Balancing Serum

Sale price$42.00

Size: 1 oz / 30 ml

A lightweight, oil-free face serum that helps reduce shine and improve the look of uneven tone, redness, and visible pores. Alder New York’s Balancing Serum combines niacinamide, hyaluronic acid and willow bark extract to hydrate and support smoother-looking skin. 

  • Fragrance-free formula that absorbs quickly and layers cleanly under moisturizer
  • 5% niacinamide helps reduce shine and the appearance of redness and uneven tone
  • Hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and panthenol hydrate without a greasy feel
  • Willow bark extract helps refine the look of pores and smooth out rough texture
Why We Chose It 

We chose Alder New York’s Balancing Serum to address several common skin concerns in one straightforward formula. It brings together care for excess shine, uneven tone, and visible pores with hydration that keeps skin feeling comfortable.

The lightweight texture and matte finish make it especially beneficial for oily or combination skin, or anyone who prefers skincare without a heavy feel. Pair it with Alder New York’s Lightweight Moisturizer for a simple, yet powerful daily routine.

Who It Suits

For those looking to manage shine, visible redness, uneven tone or rough texture. Especially useful for oily or combination skin that needs hydration without added oil.

Attributes & Standards
  • Formulated with 5% niacinamide, hyaluronic acid and willow bark extract
  • Oil-free
  • Unscented and fragrance-free
  • Vegan and cruelty-free
  • EWG Verified™
How to Use
  1. Apply 1–2 pumps to clean skin.
  2. Gently spread or press over the face and neck.
  3. Follow with moisturizer.
  4. Use morning and/or evening. Finish with sunscreen during the day.
Ingredients

Water/ Eau, Niacinamide, Glycerin, DL-Panthenol (vitamin B5), Salix alba (willow) bark extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan gum

Balancing Serum
Balancing Serum Sale price$42.00

Alder New York Balancing Serum FAQs

What does Alder New York Balancing Serum help with?

It helps reduce shine and improve the appearance of redness, uneven skin tone, visible pores, and rough texture. Its hydrating ingredients also help skin look plumper and soften the appearance of fine lines.

Is Balancing Serum a good choice for oily or combination skin?

Yes. Its lightweight, oil-free formula adds hydration with a matte finish, making it a useful option when you want to manage shine without a heavy feel.

Does Balancing Serum replace moisturizer?

It adds hydration, but it is designed to go on before moisturizer. Apply it after cleansing, then follow with a moisturizer suited to your skin.

Is Alder New York Balancing Serum fragrance-free?

Yes. It is unscented and formulated without added fragrance.

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