Riversol

Dehydration
looks like age

Fine lines look deeper on dry skin, and redness looks more pronounced. This serum hydrates deeply enough to soften both, in a dermatologist-developed formula for sensitive skin.

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Developed by
Dr. Jason Rivers, MD
A barrier-first approach

01Behind the formula

A barrier-first approach

Redness and dryness usually trace back to a weakened barrier. After 30 years of treating it, Dr. Rivers formulated what he wanted for his most sensitive patients: hydration deep enough to help the barrier recover, without the fragrance and silicones that set reactive skin off.

Dr. Jason Rivers, MD, FRCPC.
Dermatologist, founder of Riversol

02What it does

Smoother, calmer skin

  • Deeply hydrates and plumps

    Long-lasting hydration that absorbs fast. No stickiness, no residue.

  • Reduces the look of redness

    Helps reactive skin feel comfortable and look less irritated.

  • Softens dehydration lines

    Plump the skin, and the lines soften.

  • Supports the moisture barrier

    Helps skin hold moisture so the barrier can recover.

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Smoother, calmer skin
Hydration that lasts

03The formula

Hydration that lasts

Adding water isn't enough. It has to stay. Hyaluronic acid, beta-glucan, and polyglutamic acid draw water into the skin and help hold it there, visibly plumping as they work. Light enough to layer with your moisturizer and Riversol serums.

  • Hinokitiol

    Our signature antioxidant, from Pacific Red Cedar. Defends against daily environmental stress and keeps skin comfortable.

    Antioxidant | soothing

  • Hyaluronic acid

    Draws water in, visibly plumps, reduces water loss.

    Humectant

  • Beta-glucan

    Calms the look of irritation, supports the barrier, seals in moisture.

    Humectant | antioxidant | soothing

  • Polyglutamic acid

    Plumps and smooths barrier-stressed skin.

    Humectant

  • Allantoin

    Soothes and softens dry, flaking skin.

    Soothing

  • Fragrance-free
  • Dye-free
  • Sulphate-free
  • Paraben-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Vegan
  • Cruelty-free
  • Made in Canada

04Our Riversol secret

The ingredient behind everything we make

Hinokitiol is our signature antioxidant, and the reason sensitive skin does well with a Riversol routine. It helps defend against the daily environmental stress behind redness and premature ageing, without the sting that makes reactive skin quit. Dr. Rivers found it at UBC, in the Pacific Red Cedar along our coast, and built the brand around it.

05Tried first

Our community tried it first

80 people with dry, sensitive or redness-prone skin used it twice daily for 8 weeks.

88% noticed immediate hydration
91% said skin feels soothed
94% said it absorbs fast, no residue
  • ★★★★★

    In winter my skin is ruddy and dry to the point of flaking and itching. That is all gone. In almost 10 years of using Riversol, this is by far my favourite product.

    Michelle G.
  • ★★★★★

    Love this serum. I had a damaged skin barrier and this was so soothing. Doesn't pill under make up. Highly recommend!

    Shelley H.
  • ★★★★★

    No stickiness. My skin absorbs it completely. In the morning I can feel the hydration kicking in.

    Elizabeth O.
  • ★★★★★

    My flare-ups are less frequent and my skin feels calmer.

    Janine C.

Self-reported results from an 8-week trial with 80 participants who received the product free of charge. Results vary.

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