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INGREDIENTS
Hydrates like a serum, calms like a treatment & repairs like a moisturizer. Formulated just for hormonal, acne-prone, reactive & sensitive skin.
Super Sensa is a ultra-hydrating and plumping rich gel-cream powered by 5% panthenol, 2% ectoin, 1% rice-based PDRN, and a 2% sensitive-skin peptide duo to hydrate, calm, and strengthen sensitive, irritated, and acne-prone skin.
It’s built to play nice with retinoids, exfoliants, acne treatments, and even your most reactive skin days, reducing the appearance of redness, irritation, and barrier stress without the sting.
Super Sensa is specifically formulated and tailored to meet the unique needs of those with hormonal acne-prone skin.
Tested, Trusted, Barrier-Friendly & Breakout Safe For:
Rosacea, Eczema, Fungal Acne, Hormonal Acne-prone & Reactive Skin
Non-comedogenic, Dermatologist & Allergy-tested.
pH-balanced formula.
✓ Barrier Repair
✓ Use With Acne Treatments
✓ Post-Acne Healing
✓ Microbiome Support
✓ Breakout-Prone Skin
✓ Skin Stress
✓ Redness Relief
✓ Fungal Acne
Key Ingredients:
- 5% Panthenol
- 2% Ectoin
- 2% Betaine
- 2% Glyceryl Glucoside
- 6% Prebiotics & Postbiotics
- 1% Rice PDRN
- 1% Polyglutamic Acid
- 1% Tremella Snow Mushroom Extract
- 1% Amidinobenzyl Benzylsulfonyl D-Seryl Homophenylalaninamide Acetate (Syn-Up Peptide)
- 1% Acetyl Heptapeptide-4
Full Ingredients:
Water/Aqua/Eau, Squalane*, Panthenol, Propanediol**, Ectoin, Glyceryl Glucoside, Betaine, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Inulin, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Acetyl Heptapeptide-4, Amidinobenzyl Benzylsulfonyl D-Seryl Homophenylalaninamide Acetate, Polyglutamic Acid, Sodium DNA, Trehalose, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp (Silver Ear Mushroom) Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Tocopherol***.
* Sugarcane derived
** Biotech corn-derived
*** Natural Vitamin E Mixed Tocopherols
*For those sensitive to silicones: we use a tiny amount of cyclopentasiloxane in Super Sensa. During testing none of our silicone-sensitive customers experienced any adverse reactions. We use 1/10th to 1/20th the concentration that most silicone-containing moisturizers use and this prevents the risk of skin reactions, breakouts or irritation. This silicone also evaporates from the skin and does not leave a residue or film that occurs with dimethicone containing formulas.
* 0.1% used as a ph adjuster only. Does not exfoliate.
**Mixed tocopherols.
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Non-comedogenic, Dermatologist +
Allergy-tested.
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Rosacea, Eczema, Fungal Acne, Hormonal Acne-prone & Reactive Skin Safe.
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Women Owned.
SEE THE #EGOEVIDENCE
98% of customers love us
My favorite Vitamin C serum!
Loves how it dries down on the skin. I usually apply this after cleaning and applying a watery toner. After I wait for it to dry I’ll apply a hydrating serum, my moisturizer and then sunscreen
John Edmonson
Maryam K.
I’m really enjoying this product. I’ve tried a lot of skincare in my time and this company is new to me. I do still struggle with hormonal breakouts every now and then but as you can see by the picture my skin was looking pretty good (no filter or make up was on) and when I was a teenager I had horrible acne it affected my confidence so much, I chose to go on Roaccutane through my doctors it worked amazing for me. So if this sounds like your skin or you’ve had similar issues this product it’s definitely worth a try. 💋
Georgia K.
Best Vitamin C serum out there!!!
I have combination skin, and usually most products tend to break me out. Not this one, it makes my face feel more hydrated, and it’s lightweight. Overall my skin loves this product, my rating is a 10/10.
Abel Z.
OUR HERO ACTIVES
Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)
This gentle powerhouse acts like a healing balm for irritated, acne-prone skin, clinically proven to reduce redness and repair your skin's protective barrier. It's your skin's best friend when using strong acne treatments, preventing the dryness and irritation that usually comes with effective actives.
Ectoin
This ultra-calming ingredient creates an invisible protective shield around your skin that locks in moisture while defending against pollution, irritation, and environmental stressors. It's like having a friendly bouncer for your skin that keeps the bad stuff out while providing intense hydration that lasts all day.
Sensitive Skin Peptide Duo
We use two advanced peptides that work like tiny repair workers, strengthening your skin's outer barrier while boosting the good bacteria that keep irritation and redness at bay. They target the specific pathways that cause sensitive skin reactions, making your skin more resilient and less reactive over time.
Prebiotics & Postbiotics
Think of these as superfood for the beneficial bacteria living on your skin - they create the perfect environment for good microbes to thrive and help protect you from redness, sensitivity and irritation. This balanced skin ecosystem helps your skin defend itself naturally while maintaining optimal hydration even in dry conditions.
Betaine & Glyceryl Glucoside
This hydrating dream team delivers all the moisture-binding power of glycerin without any sticky residue, while Betaine adds extra soothing benefits for stressed skin. Together, they regulate your skin's moisture levels from within, keeping it perfectly balanced and comfortable all day long.
OUR HERO ACTIVES
Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)
This gentle powerhouse acts like a healing balm for irritated, acne-prone skin, clinically proven to reduce redness and repair your skin's protective barrier. It's your skin's best friend when using strong acne treatments, preventing the dryness and irritation that usually comes with effective actives.
Ectoin
This ultra-calming ingredient creates an invisible protective shield around your skin that locks in moisture while defending against pollution, irritation, and environmental stressors. It's like having a friendly bouncer for your skin that keeps the bad stuff out while providing intense hydration that lasts all day.
Sensitive Skin Peptide Duo
We use two advanced peptides that work like tiny repair workers, strengthening your skin's outer barrier while boosting the good bacteria that keep irritation and redness at bay. They target the specific pathways that cause sensitive skin reactions, making your skin more resilient and less reactive over time.
Prebiotics & Postbiotics
Think of these as superfood for the beneficial bacteria living on your skin - they create the perfect environment for good microbes to thrive and help protect you from redness, sensitivity and irritation. This balanced skin ecosystem helps your skin defend itself naturally while maintaining optimal hydration even in dry conditions.
Betaine & Glyceryl Glucoside
This hydrating dream team delivers all the moisture-binding power of glycerin without any sticky residue, while Betaine adds extra soothing benefits for stressed skin. Together, they regulate your skin's moisture levels from within, keeping it perfectly balanced and comfortable all day long.
RESEARCH & EVIDENCE
You can read about the studies and research that inspired Super Sensa and other formulations here.
RESEARCH & EVIDENCE
You can read about the studies and research that inspired Super Sensa and other formulations here.
FROM OUR FOUNDER
“I formulated Super Sensa to be the ultimate daily skin soothing treatment moisturizer for sensitive, reactive and hormonal skin. The rich gel-cream texture works beautifully under makeup and doubles up as a nighttime treatment to shield skin from irritation due to retinoids, exfoliants and acne treatments.
I picked every active to support reactive skin, barrier healing and to increase long-term resilience and hydration."
— Christina, Founder + Head of R+D
FROM OUR FOUNDER
“I formulated Super Sensa to be the ultimate daily skin soothing treatment moisturizer for sensitive, reactive and hormonal skin. The rich gel-cream texture works beautifully under makeup and doubles up as a nighttime treatment to shield skin from irritation due to retinoids, exfoliants and acne treatments.
I picked every active to support reactive skin, barrier healing and to increase long-term resilience and hydration."
— Christina, Founder + Head of R+D
START
Here's how Super Sensa fits into your daily ritual...
STEP 1
CLEANSE
AM/ & PM: Use a gentle, barrier-safe cleanser (like MELLOW JELLY - launching soon ;)) to keep pores clean and prep your skin without causing irritation.
STEP 2
SERUMS (A.M. ONLY)
Tidy Pores if you want a clarity kickstarter ;)
Apply 1 pump of this acne-safe, vitamin C-powered serum to damp skin. It brightens, hydrates, and protects in one ego-approved step.
STEP 3
TREAT (OPTIONAL)
PM: Layer your favorite retinoid, exfoliant, treatment, or other actives now.
STEP 4
SUPER SENSA
AM: Apply 1 pump of Super Sensa immediately after your serum on damp skin and follow immediately with your SPF or base makeup.
PM: Once your treatments dry apply 1-2 pumps of Super Sensa to protect & moisturizer your skin while you sleep.
Pro tip: Applying to damp skin in the AM helps lock in hydration and prevents pilling—don’t overdo it. One pump is enough!
STEP 5
SPF (AM ONLY)
Don’t skip the shield. Protect your skin with a lightweight acne-safe SPF as your skin’s final layer of defense to protect your progress.
SUPER SENSA FAQ
Is this just a moisturizer?
Not quite. Super Sensa is a gel-cream hybrid that hydrates like a serum, calms like a treatment, and repairs like a moisturizer. Think of it as your all-in-one AM and PM go to for calm hydrated skin.
Will this break me out?
Nope. Super Sensa is acne-safe, fungal acne-safe, free of fragrance, essential oils, and common allergens. We exclude the 5 types of acne causing ingredients and it was built specifically for reactive, breakout-prone skin.
Can I use it with actives like retinol or tretinoin?
Absolutely. Super Sensa is designed to buffer, soothe, and support your skin barrier making it the perfect partner for strong actives or post-treatment skin.
Yes. We exceed the Rosacea Society, National Eczema Organization’s and EU allergen-free guidelines when it comes to ingredient we formulate with.
- We exclude all fragrances, all essential oils, and potential cross-reactive plant extracts (like Chamomile, Bisabolol, Centella, Aloe, Oat, etc.).
- We exclude known and suspected contact allergens like Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Methylisothiazolinone, and Methylchloroisothiazolinone etc.
- We also exclude ingredients that can trigger feelings of discomfort, stinging and burning in the skin such as Phenoxyethanol, Alcohol, and Benzyl Alcohol.
We’re not here to demonize the use of ANY ingredients but we intentionally have an extensive ‘No-go’ list to ensure the absolute lowest risk of irritation and allergy possible for our sensitive skin warriors <3
Yes. We exclude all ingredients that can contribute to Malassezia yeast overgrowth. Period. While Malassezia yeast is a naturally occurring part of the skin microbiome, we can limit its’ overgrowth by excluding specific ingredients that can be a food source for Malassezia.
While the study of how skincare ingredients affect fungal development is in its infancy, we listen to the real world lived experiences of our fungal acne sufferers who overwhelmingly report positive improvements by following a fungal acne safe routine.
Yes Super Sensa is acne safe and has been specifically formulated to exclude the 5 types of ingredients that can contribute to acne breakouts. We are the first and only brand to formulate based on this system.
Super Sensa is safe to use with Hypochlorous acid and may be misted under or over your moisturizer.
Yes Super Sensa is a perfect pair for leave-on Benzoyl Peroxide and other acne treatments and it can help decrease and prevent the irritation, redness, peeling and dryness that can occur with Benzoyl Peroxide and other acne treatments.
Despite being lightweight, Super Sensa is much more hydrating than your average gel-cream moisturizer and we have many customers with dry skin who love it. If you’re consistently or extremely dry all over and live in a very dry or cold climate you may find Super Sensa on its own is not hydrating enough—but stay tuned we’ll be releasing a richer cream moisturizer at the beginning of 2026!
Super Sensa doesn’t contain any ingredients that are contraindicated during pregnancy or breastfeeding however, it’s important to always speak with a qualified healthcare professional before starting any new product.
Customer Reviews
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T
Actually moisturizing, I have oily, sensitive skin and this is great for people who have fungal acne
L
I couldn’t be more happier to have come across this brand! Never in my life have I seen a brand that actually understands reactive, everything prone skin! The Ingredient list in sapa is perfection.
I found it to be so soothing and gentle on my sensitive skin. My skin doesn’t itch and it feels hydrating. I do need to pair it with their vitamin c serum to actually make it moisturizing enough for my dry skin.
I’m in love with this brand!!!!
L
Wow, this is an AMAZING product. I have extremely sensitive skin with rosacea, acne, periodic perioral dermatitis, and random fungal acne breakouts from time to time. My skin is reactive and I have to be super careful with what products I use. I wasn’t sure what to expect with this moisturizer, but the reviews had me hopeful. This is definitely my new holy grail- this moisturizer has completely calmed and helped to clear up my skin. I went from a red tomato with acne and a random fungal acne breakout to having happy, clear skin. I’m not sure what kind of magic this is but I’m so happy to have found this brand and this moisturizer. Please don’t ever reformulate!!!
I’m also excited to give the Tidy Pores a try!
L
I think I finally found a moisturizer that works for me! I have rosacea and extremely sensitive and reactive skin. Almost every moisturizer irritates my skin, clogs my pores, or causes fungal acne. After two weeks with this, my skin is way less irritated, smooth, and redness is almost gone! This is different from any other moisturizer I’ve used as it’s not creamy and I use a lot less (as directed by Authentic Ego), but it works! So happy with this product and I hope they never change it! Going to try the Tidy Pores next!
M
Thank you for creating this moisturizer. Its formula is light on the skin but leaves it nourished and sparkling all day long. GAME CHANGER !!!
