Artichoke Intensive Skin Barrier Ampoule (30ml)

Name: Artichoke Intensive Skin Barrier Ampoule (30ml)
Brand: AXIS-Y
SKU: IKG-SR-AXY-030M-001
Price: 22.90 GBP
Availability: InStock

£22.90

Best for: All skin types needing hydration, barrier recovery, and soothing care after active use or irritation
Step: 6 – Serum / Ampoule
Routine: AM & PM
High-level description: A lightweight vegan ampoule infused with Artichoke and Centella Asiatica Extracts to reinforce the skin barrier, calm irritation, and restore balance.

Category: Essence

A refreshing, fast-absorbing ampoule that helps restore balance and strengthen the skin barrier.

Powered by Artichoke, Centella Asiatica, and Hawkweed Extract, it hydrates deeply while calming sensitivity caused by actives, environmental stress, or dehydration.

Ideal for rebalancing skin after exfoliants or retinoids.

Clinically proven to boost skin hydration by 162.9% within 5 minutes
Strengthens and nourishes the skin barrier with Artichoke, Centella, and Hawkweed Extracts
Helps relieve tightness, redness, and sensitivity after active skincare routines
Vegan, cruelty-free, and free from alcohol, parabens, mineral oils, and artificial fragrance / colorants
Curated pick: A reliable skin-balancing step when your barrier feels compromised — light, cooling, and instantly hydrating without stickiness.

Artichoke Extract – strengthens barrier function and reduces trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL)
Centella Asiatica Extract – soothes and accelerates barrier recovery
Hawkweed Extract – provides antioxidant protection against external stress
Licorice Root Extract – helps calm irritation and brighten tone
Hyaluronic Acid + Polyglutamic Acid – multi-depth hydration for plump, smooth skin

After cleansing and toner, dispense 2–3 drops using the dropper.
Apply evenly over the face and neck.
Gently pat until fully absorbed.
Follow with moisturiser; in the morning, finish with SPF 30 or higher.

Step 1: Oil Cleanser → Step 2: Water Cleanser → Step 3: Exfoliator → Step 4: Toner → Step 5: Essence → Step 6: Serum / Ampoule (This Product) → Step 7: Eye Care → Step 8: Mask → Step 9: Moisturiser → Step 10: Suncream

Skin Types: All skin types (Dry, Oily, Combination, Normal, Sensitive)

Concerns: Hydration / Dryness, Redness & Inflammation, Dullness / Uneven Tone, Weakened or sensitised barrier (Supportive)

Pairs well with: Hydrating toners, barrier creams, and soothing moisturisers (such as the AXIS-Y Cera-Heart My Type Duo Cream).

Compatible with: Retinoids, Niacinamide, PDRN, Vitamin C derivatives, and peptides.

Use with caution: Pure low-pH Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid < pH 3) or strong AHA/BHA peels — allow 20 minutes between steps or alternate days if skin is sensitive.

Layering tip: Apply after exfoliating or active steps to rebalance and re-hydrate skin.

Pro Tip: Excellent to use on retinoid or post-acid nights to calm sensitivity and restore elasticity.

Aloe Vera
Centella Asiatica
Hyaluronic Acid
Licorice Root

Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Glycerin, Betaine, Propanediol, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract, Hieracium Umbellatum Extract, Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract, Sorbitol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Extract, Hibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Hibiscus Mutabilis Flower Extract, Corchorus Olitorius Leaf Extract, Rheum Palmatum Root Extract, Althaea Rosea Flower Extract, Dimethyl Sulfone, Chlorphenesin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyglutamic Acid, Beta-Glucan, Arginine, Allantoin, Adenosine