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How we build hydraRemedy Gel Serum

The original, what makes it special, the shelf parts we use and how to get closer. Add or swap parts and the score updates.

HYDRAREM

The original · Face Reality

hydraRemedy Gel Serum

$46 · 1.7 oz

A pale blue hydrating gel with four forms of sodium hyaluronate, beta-glucan, ceramide NP, panthenol and centella actives (madecassic and asiatic acid).

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Prices and listings checked Oct 28, 2026. Amazon prices change; the link shows today's price.

Step 2 · The build

Our build 2 parts

  • Illustration of The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (with Ceramides)

    The Ordinary

    The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (with Ceramides)

    ASodium hyaluronate blend · 45CPanthenol and centella actives · 18 of 35
    $9.90Buy on Amazon (opens in new tab)
  • Illustration of The INKEY List Ceramide Night Treatment

    The INKEY List

    The INKEY List Ceramide Night Treatment

    Adds: Ceramide NP

    ASodium hyaluronate blend · 34 of 45BCeramide NP · 15 of 20
    ~$15Buy on Amazon (opens in new tab)

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Partial credit means the part only partly matches that standout.

The 100 points

What stands out 100 pts

We split hydraRemedy Gel Serum into 3 standout parts. Each bar shows what the build earns.

Optional

Get closer score under 80

78 / 100. We have not found a shelf product that closes more of the gap yet.

86 is our ceiling. Ceramide NP has no close retail equivalent, so we cap it at 75% credit. Panthenol and centella actives has no close retail equivalent, so we cap it at 75% credit.

Step 3 · Buy

Buy the build

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Skincare SuppliesOct 28, 2026

Your build

  1. 01The OrdinaryThe Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (with Ceramides)$9.90

    Running total $9.90

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  2. 02The INKEY ListThe INKEY List Ceramide Night Treatment~$15

    Running total ~$24.90

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Build total~$24.90
The splurge$46
Match78/100
You keep~$21.10

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How to use

  1. Add The INKEY List Ceramide Night Treatment: A ceramide and hyaluronic acid night treatment at $15. Richer than a gel.

Other single-product swaps

One bottle instead of a build. Sorted by match score; scores use the same standouts as above.

budget Closest we found

The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (with Ceramides)

The Ordinary

Match score 63 out of 100

No close match yet — we show the nearest formulas.

$9.90 · 1 fl oz (30 ml)Save $36.10
What it shares, what it misses

Shares

  • Sodium hyaluronate (multiple molecular weights, including crosspolymer)
  • Panthenol

Misses

  • Beta-glucan
  • Centella actives
  • Ceramide NP (check label)

Why it is close. Multi-weight hyaluronic acid with panthenol for $9.90. Covers the hydration core.

Ingredient list source

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budget

The INKEY List Ceramide Night Treatment

The INKEY List

Match score 49 out of 100
~$15 Price not confirmed · 30 ml / 1 fl oz
What it shares, what it misses

Shares

  • Ceramide NP/AP/EOP (3% complex)
  • Sodium hyaluronate (2.5% multi-molecular HA)
  • Sodium PCA

Misses

  • Beta-glucan
  • Centella actives

Why it is close. A ceramide and hyaluronic acid night treatment at $15. Richer than a gel.

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budget

Stratia Lipid Gold

Stratia

Match score 15 out of 100
~$29 Price not confirmed · 1.7 fl oz (50 ml)
What it shares, what it misses

Shares

  • Ceramide NP, AP and EOP
  • Cholesterol
  • Niacinamide
  • Squalane

Misses

  • Beta-glucan
  • Centella actives
  • Gel texture

Why it is close. A ceramide-lipid serum at $29; richer and with niacinamide.

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What the science says

Full ingredient list

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aqua (water), glycerin, beta-glucan, sodium hyaluronate, sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, sodium acetylated hyaluronate, hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate, dipotassium glycyrrhizate, ceramide np, lactobacillus ferment, panthenol, alpha-glucan oligosaccharide, bisabolol, sucrose stearate, xylitylglucoside, anhydroxylitol, hydrogenated lecithin, inulin, xylitol, arnica montana flower extract, madecassic acid, asiatic acid, maltodextrin, hydrolyzed gardenia florida extract, dimethicone, propanediol, phenoxyethanol, carbomer, butylene glycol, caprylyl glycol, polyglyceryl-10 stearate, ethylhexylglycerin, hexylene glycol, sodium hydroxide, sodium phytate, pentylene glycol

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Questions

What does the 78/100 score for our hydraRemedy Gel Serum build mean?

We split hydraRemedy Gel Serum into 3 standout parts worth 100 points in total. The build earns 78 of a possible 86. 86 is the most we claim, because some standouts have no close retail equivalent.

What is the best dupe for hydraRemedy Gel Serum?

The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (with Ceramides) by The Ordinary is our closest single-product match at 63 out of 100 for $9.90 (1 fl oz (30 ml)). It shares Sodium hyaluronate (multiple molecular weights, including crosspolymer), Panthenol.

How much can I save on hydraRemedy Gel Serum?

hydraRemedy Gel Serum costs $46 for 1.7 oz. The closest dupe costs $9.90, a saving of about $36.10. Prices change, so check the seller page.

Is The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (with Ceramides) exactly the same as hydraRemedy Gel Serum?

No. Dupes share the key actives but can differ in concentration, vehicle and supporting ingredients. Missing from this one: Beta-glucan, Centella actives, Ceramide NP (check label). See our methodology for how we score.

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