If you’ve been paying attention to serious skincare—not just trends—you’ve likely come across Aestura. The Korean dermocosmetic brand has been trusted for decades and was originally developed through pharmaceutical research. Renowned for formulating barrier-focused products for clinics and dermatology offices across South Korea, its reputation has been built on science with formulas—like the one in its new Atobarrier365 Hydro Cera-HA Serum—designed specifically for compromised, sensitive skin.
But just in case you’re new here, let’s backtrack quickly to explain serums. Serums are the high-performance product you want in your skincare routine. Unlike a face lotion or moisturizer, which primarily hydrates and seals the surface of your skin, serums contain a higher concentration of active ingredients with smaller molecules designed to penetrate deeper and target specific concerns like dehydration and barrier damage.
Atobarrier365 Hydro Cera-HA Serum’s formula does both: it hydrates and heals. The hero ingredient is its Cera-HA complex, a combination of ceramides and hyaluronic acid. The hyaluronic acid draws moisture into your skin, while the ceramides reinforce its barrier to prevent moisture from escaping. The addition of niacinamide supports overall barrier strength and improves tone, while panthenol and betaine soothe and calm irritation.
It’s suitable for any skin type too, especially those dealing with dryness, post-shave sensitivity, environmental stress and/or over-exfoliation. If you really want to do it up right, spritz your skin with the Atobarrier365 Hydro Essence first, then apply one to two pumps of the serum, followed a layer of Atobarrier365 Moisturizing Cream—morning and night. The overall result is that your skin will look and feel hydrated, resilient and noticeably smoother.
Aestura Atobarrier365 Hydro Cera-HA Serum, $46 for 30ml, (Atobarrier365 Hydro Essence, $45 for 200ml; Atobarrier365 Moisturizing Cream, $44 for 80ml) all available at Sephora.
