Natural Moisturizing Factors + Beta Glucan Lightweight Gel Moisturizer
The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + Beta Glucan Lightweight Gel Moisturizer scores 7.6/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).
✶ Hero ingredients
Draws in moisture
Natural humectant from sugar beets
Oat-derived humectant — deep hydration and soothing
Score breakdown
Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + Beta Glucan Lightweight Gel Moisturizer stand out
The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + Beta Glucan Lightweight Gel Moisturizer is a solid moisturiser with an overall score of 7.6/9.8. it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Propanediol, Betaine, Beta-Glucan — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.
It performs well on hydration (8.5) and low irritation risk (9.5). On the flip side, active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.
Is this right for you?
Great for
- ✓Dry or dehydrated skin — strong moisture-binding profile
- ✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
- ✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
May not suit
- ⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment
Key ingredients
- ✶Propanediol
Draws in moisture — #3 in the INCI list
- ✶Betaine
Draws in moisture — #4 in the INCI list
- ✶Beta-Glucan
Draws in moisture — #5 in the INCI list
- ✶Arginine
Works on your skin — #6 in the INCI list
- ✶Glycine
Draws in moisture — #7 in the INCI list
What creators are saying
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38 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Draws in moisture22
- Formula balancers6
- Works on your skin4
- Other ingredient2
- Keeps the product fresh2
- Softens and smooths1
- Holds the formula together1