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Countertime

Mineral Boost Hydrating Essence

A sophisticated blend that boosts skin’s moisture barrier for a hydrated, luminous appearance.

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  • Hydrate
  • Radiance
  • Renew
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This sophisticated blend is designed to deliver skin barrier-boosting nutrients through our signature plant-derived Retinatural™ Complex of bakuchiol and alpine rose, sea water minerals, and fermented sugars. Experience visible renewal with hydrated, luminous skin.

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Clinically Demonstrated:
  • Improve skin's barrier function*
  • *Based on 32-subject clinical study after one use

FORMULATION FACT 01

We chose naturally derived phytic acid instead of ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) salts designed to improve stability and enhance preservation of our products. Manufacturing EDTA and its salts involves reacting ethylenediamine, a harmful substance associated with reproductive toxicity Unfortunately, EDTA and its salts may contain trace amounts of this substance. EDTA and its salts are also persistent and can harm the environment.

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FORMULATION FACT 02

Formulated without BHT and methylparaben, endocrine disrupting ingredients often used in cosmetics as preservatives.

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FORMULATION FACT 03

We chose skin conditioning ingredients like sea water, skin protectants like Rhododendron Ferrugineum (Alpine Rose) Extract, and emulsifiers like xanthan gum and sclerotium gum instead of heavily ethoxylated ingredients like PEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether and PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil that carry particular risk for carcinogenic contaminants, 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide. We take ingredient purity seriously.

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    Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
    Based on 59 reviews
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    • Karen D.
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Age 65+
      Your skin type: Dry
      Your skin concerns: Dryness, Fine Lines & Wrinkles, Uneven Skin Tone
      How long have you used the product? Over a month
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      8/30/25
      A little splash will do you!

      Hydrating essence is likely my favorite product from Counter. It makes my skin feel hydrated, alive, and silkly. I love using it after washing and before the peptide serum. Can't wait to use it each night and each morning followed by the vitamin c serum. Thanks, Counter. I ran out right before Counter returned and nothing over the counter made my skin feel as good.

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    • Nichole S.
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Age 45-54
      Your skin type: Dry, Sensitive, Normal
      Your skin concerns: Fine Lines & Wrinkles, Uneven Skin Tone, Dullness, Dryness
      How long have you used the product? Over a month
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      8/30/25
      Pure Nourishment

      I Love this product! I am so happy this product is one that came back with the relaunch. I feel this product as well as the other Counterbeauty products I use just giving my skin the most amazing nourishment. I use the products on my mother with Alzheimer’s Disease and everyone is so shocked how young and beautiful her skin is.

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    • Chryssanthe D.
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Age 55-64
      Your skin type: Normal
      Your skin concerns: Breakouts, Uneven Skin Tone
      How long have you used the product? Over a month
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      8/27/25
      Soft skin

      Since I started using this after washing my face, my skin is so soft and supple! No dryness and no oiliness. Perfect layer before serums and lotions.

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    • Patti U.
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Age 65+
      Your skin type: Normal
      Your skin concerns: Fine Lines & Wrinkles
      How long have you used the product? Over a month
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      8/24/25
      Key step of skin regimen

      I like the hydrating boost, especially when I travel to dryer climates. Hydration is helpful when calming fine lines and wrinkles as well. I like the clean products of Counter.

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    • Katherine B.
      Verified Buyer
      I recommend this product
      Age 65+
      Your skin type: Normal, Sensitive
      Your skin concerns: Dryness, Dullness, Fine Lines & Wrinkles
      How long have you used the product? Over a month
      Rated 5 out of 5 stars
      8/21/25
      Great product

      Nice and light. I use it before moisturizing and have been using for a couple years. I just love how it brightens my skin

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