Glow Recipe Plum Plump Hyaluronic Acid Serum, Hydrating + Plumping Face Serum, Korean Serum with Vitamin B5, B

★ 4.6 · 1,374 reviews

$38

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The Quick Take

What it is

A lightweight, gel-like hyaluronic acid serum with plum extract and vitamin C that layers hydration and antioxidants into your routine. For anyone chasing plump, dewy skin without heaviness.

Why It Made The Cut

What earns it a place in this cart

1,374 reviewers gave it 4.6 stars—it's clearly hitting the mark for a lot of people seeking actual hydration that doesn't feel greasy or leave skin tight.

Five weights of HA, three types of plums, one seriously glowing result.

Crowd Takeaways

The dominant reaction is Obsessed — hydration & repeat purchase.

Our read of the rating pattern, weighted by volume. Not a poll, not a survey. Positives first, reservations last — reaction groups, never review quotes.

Obsessedhydration & repeat purchase

Pleasantly Surprisedgentle formula, no irritation

Impressedaesthetic glow, lightweight feel

Satisfiedsolid performer

Based on 1,374 Amazon ratings · ★ 4.6 average

Our Take

A sensorial hydration hit that delivers texture and results without the fuss.

This serum stacks five molecular weights of hyaluronic acid to flood skin with hydration at multiple depths.

At $38 for 30ml, the cost-per-use is moderate for a serum with this texture and HA complexity; comparable serums in this category run $35–$55.

Who it is forBest for people with normal to dehydrated skin who want a non-greasy, gel-like serum they can layer under moisturizer and actually enjoy using twice daily.

How We Judged It

What to check before you buy

Hydration Architecture

5 molecular weights of hyaluronic acid

Rather than one HA size, this serum uses multiple weights to penetrate and plump at different skin layers. The result is a bounce that lasts, not a temporary wet feeling. It's the structural difference that makes layering HA actually work.

Antioxidant Trio

Plums (Kakadu, Illawarra, Burdekin varieties) + vitamin C

Three plum varieties means a broader spectrum of plant protection and color payoff. Vitamin C amplifies the glow without being aggressive. Together they nourish without overstimulating—useful if your skin is reactive.

Clean Formulation

Vegan, cruelty-free, free of parabens, mineral oil, sulfates, phthalates, dry alcohols, synthetic dyes

The absence list is long and intentional. No filler sensations, no barrier-stripping alcohols, no synthetic fragrance masking. If your skin is sensitive or you're strict about ingredient sourcing, this checks the boxes without preaching.

Good To Know

Straight from the listing

Diminish Visible Fine Lines - Embark on a fruit-filled experience with Glow Recipe's lightweight, skin plumping & hydrating hyaluronic acid serum. Its silky, gel-like texture harnesses the antioxidant power of…
Holy Grail Hydrator - With 5 molecular weights of next-gen hyaluronic acid, this lightweight Korean face serum surges your skin with multiple layers of hydration for a plump, bouncy complexion.
A Powerful Blend Of Antioxidants - Formulated with three antioxidant-rich plums, Kakadu, Illawarra and Burdekin, our daily face care & hydration serum absorbs easily, giving you a radiant glow. This…
How Do You Dew? - Before applying moisturizer, dispense 1-2 pumps for the ultimate skin repair experience. Gently pat onto a slightly damp face and neck, using this moisturizing skincare serum, morning or…

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Context

Where this sits

Glow Recipe built this as a texture-forward experience—silky gel, fruity ritual, real ingredients you can name—so it feels like self-care, not just skincare.