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Stress Less Serum
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Description
The reset button for stressed, reactive skin. Stress Less from science-led brand Geek & Gorgeous is a pared-back soothing serum built around two of skincare's gentlest heroes, madecassoside (the star calming molecule from Centella asiatica) and beta-glucan. Together they help calm the look of redness, relieve the feeling of irritation and strengthen a stressed moisture barrier, while a humectant blend of glycerin and saccharide isomerate keeps skin hydrated and comfortable. The formula is deliberately simple, with no fragrance, no essential oils and no actives to provoke sensitive skin, so it is a brilliant everyday soother and the perfect buffer when stronger treatments leave your skin needing a little TLC.
Centella madecassoside, the calming hero: Madecassoside is the purified soothing molecule from Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm the look of redness and comfort irritated, reactive skin.
Beta-glucan for soothing and barrier support: Beta-glucan soothes, hydrates and helps reinforce a stressed skin barrier for calmer, more resilient skin.
Lightweight, comforting hydration: A humectant blend of glycerin, saccharide isomerate and methyl gluceth-20 keeps skin hydrated and comfortable without any heaviness.
Minimalist and gentle: Fragrance-free, alcohol-free, silicone-free and vegan, with a short, non-irritating ingredient list that suits even very sensitive skin.
Ingredients
Aqua (Water), Methyl Gluceth-20, Saccharide Isomerate, Glycerin, Madecassoside, Beta-Glucan, 1,2-Hexanediol, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol
Directions
1- Use morning and night, after cleansing and any watery toners.
2- Apply a few drops over the whole face, or just onto areas that feel red, tight or irritated.
3- Follow with your moisturiser.
4- Use it any time your skin feels stressed, and as a calming buffer before or after stronger actives like retinoids and exfoliating acids.
Stress Less Serum - 30ml
$27.00
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Geek & Gorgeous Stress Less serum?
It is a minimalist soothing serum built around madecassoside (the calming molecule from Centella asiatica) and beta-glucan, in a hydrating humectant base. It is made to calm the look of redness, relieve the feeling of irritation and support a stressed skin barrier. It is fragrance-free, alcohol-free, silicone-free, vegan and a 30ml size.
What skin types is it suitable for?
All skin types, and it is especially well-suited to sensitive, reactive, redness-prone and barrier-stressed skin thanks to its short, gentle ingredient list. It is fragrance-free, alcohol-free, silicone-free, vegan and fungal-acne safe. As always, patch test first if your skin is very reactive.
What do madecassoside and beta-glucan do?
Madecassoside is the purified star of Centella asiatica (cica), long loved in skincare for calming the look of redness and comforting irritated skin. Beta-glucan is a gentle, hydrating ingredient that soothes and helps reinforce the skin barrier. Together they make a simple, effective team for stressed, sensitive skin.
Can I use it with retinol or exfoliating acids?
Yes, and it is a great partner for them. Stronger actives like retinoids or acids can leave skin feeling tight or looking red, and Stress Less helps calm and comfort it. Apply your active and let it absorb, then layer Stress Less and your moisturiser, or use Stress Less on the nights you are giving actives a rest.
Does it hydrate as well as soothe?
Yes. Alongside the soothing madecassoside and beta-glucan, it contains glycerin, saccharide isomerate and methyl gluceth-20 to draw in and hold moisture, so skin feels calmer and more comfortable. It is lightweight, so for very dry skin, layer a richer moisturiser on top.
Where can I buy Geek & Gorgeous in Australia?
You can buy the authentic Geek & Gorgeous Stress Less serum and the full Geek & Gorgeous range at Kosmetics with free standard shipping across Australia on orders over $45, and free express shipping on orders over $99.
