Do you feel like your skin is reacting after using a certain product? It is maybe because you are choosing the wrong product. How do you know if your skin is sensitive? People with this skin type will feel uncomfortable facial symptoms, with or without redness. The symptoms include tightness, drying, tingling, burning, heating sensations and itching. Because of the ingredients, these can make it difficult for them to find the right type of skincare, especially sunscreens for sensitive skin.
Due to the fact that sensitive skin can only suits particular ingredients, it can be hard for you to find a serum without triggering the skin’s sensitivity. Worry not because we have already found the serums available in the current market that you can try. Here is the list of the 10 best serums for sensitive skin in Malaysia to help narrow your options and time while deciding which one to purchase.
What Are The Best Skincare Ingredients for Sensitive Skin?
Looking for skincare for sensitive skin may be challenging, especially when you do not know which ingredients would match your skin type. The ingredients below are mild and unlikely to cause irritation:
- Aloe Vera
- Allantoin
- Bisabolol
- Carrier Oils and Butter
- Calendula
- Ceramides
- Chamomile
- Colloidal Oatmeal
- Panthenol
- Lecithin
- Honey
What Causes Sensitive Skin?
Sensitive skin may occur because of genetic differences in the normal protective skin barrier. It also can be triggered by environmental, psychological and external or mechanical factors. Skin inflammation leads to overreacting the immune system to an irritant or allergen that your skin is exposed to.
10 Best Serums for Sensitive Skin in Malaysia 2025
1. SOME BY MI Propolis B5 Glow Barrier Calming Serum
SOME BY MI Propolis B5 Glow Barrier Calming Serum is enriched with Propolis that helps to calm skin and moisturises it, leaving you with a dewy complexion. It also tightly locks the moisture from escaping to maintain a strong skin barrier without zero stickiness. This serum is suitable for sensitive skin that needs calming effect due to frequent acne breakouts and people with dull skin problems.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Propolis (78%), Honey Extract, Glycerin, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Panthenol (10,000Pm), Tea Tree Leaf Water, Lactobacillus Ferment, Royal Jelly Extract, Mugwort Leaf Extract, Centella Leaf Extract, Yellow 1, Lotus Extract, Malt Extract, Gold, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Allantoin, Adenosine, Madecassoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Arginine, Ceramide NP, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, C12-13 Pareth-9, Hydrolyzed Sclerotium Gum, Carbomer, Purified Water, Benzyl Glycol, Ethylhexyl-Glycerin, Raspberry Ketone, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance
- Size Available: 50ml
Pros:
✅ Has zero sticky residue
✅ Locks in moisture
✅ Calms the skin
Price: RM65.77
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
2. SKINTIFIC 5X Ceramide Skin Barrier Repair Serum
SKINTIFIC 5X Ceramide Skin Barrier Repair Serum is formulated to optimise the repair of damaged skin barriers with its five different types of Ceramides. It prevents and treats inflammation or skin issues such as redness, sensitivity and acne while accelerating skin healing, thanks to Centella Asiatica. This vegan serum evens out textured skin to leave you with a smoother complexion.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Aqua, Methylpropanediol, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Dimethicone, Pentylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycereth-26, Centella Asiatica Extract, Propylene Glycol, Maris Aqua, Ceramide Np, Panthenol, Ceramide Ns/ceramide Ng, Ceramide As, Ceramide Eop, Ceramide Ap, Sodium Hyaluronate, Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Bis-peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, 4-t-butylcyclohexanol, Coenzyme Q10, Peg-10 Dimethicone, Isononyl Isononanoate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Bisabolol, Ectoin, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Tocopherol, Lactobacillus/soymilk Ferment Filtrate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, 1, 2-hexanediol, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, O-cymen-5-ol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Dimethiconol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Glucose
- Size Available: 20ml
Pros:
✅ Repairs damaged skin barrier
✅ Soothes skin problems
✅ Evens out textured skin
Price: RM42.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
3. numbuzin No.5 Goodbye Blemish Serum
numbuzin No.5 Goodbye Blemish Serum tackles many skin concerns like blemishes, acne scars, dull skin, sunspots and skin ageing. It removes acne scars and blemishes with its 75% vitamin ingredients, suitable for all types of skin, including sensitive skin. This hypoallergenic and hydrating serum is great for daily use and prevents skin ageing with its refreshing texture.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract, Butylene Glycol, Methyl Gluceth-20, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Ascorbic Acid, 3-0-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Glycereth-26, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Carbomer, Allantoin, Tromethamine, Water, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Disodium EDTA, Citral, Limonene
- Size Available: 50ml
Pros:
✅ Works well on all skin types
✅ Has a hydrating effect
✅ Removes acne scars
Price: RM60.48
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
4. ROUND LAB Birch Juice Moisturizing Serum
ROUND LAB Birch Juice Moisturizing Serum hydrates your thirsty skin and plumps out fine lines and wrinkles that need a little boost. It ensures nourishment to dry, rough skin while instantly recharging its moisture levels. This serum promotes collagen synthesis, giving you a more youthful look. It also does not contain any harmful ingredients that may cause irritation to sensitive skin.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Water, Methylpropanediol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglycerin-3, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice, Cyclohexasiloxane, Dipropylene Glycol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Fructooligosaccharides, Carbomer, Beta-Glucan, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Disodium Edta, Sodium Hyaluronate, Polyquaternium-51, Tromethamine, Avena Sativa (OAT) Kernel Extract, Cynata Scolymus (Artichoke) Leaf Extract, Pteris Multifidia Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Glyceryl Glucoside, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Tocopherol, Butylene Glycol, Hyaluronic Acid, Ascorbic Acid
- Size Available: 50ml
Pros:
✅ Promotes collagen synthesis
✅ Nourishes dry skin
✅ Tackles wrinkles issue
Price: RM76.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
5. ONE THING Houttuynia Cordata Serum
ONE THING Houttuynia Cordata Serum is a plant-based serum that contains Houttuynia Cordata leaves to ensure a natural feeling on the skin. It assists in regenerating and strengthening the skin barrier, thanks to Houttuynia Cordata Extract used as a raw material to confront the skin concern. It is also rich in Querchietron ingredient that gets rid of wastes from skin blood vessels and is effective for troubled skin.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Purified Water, Diglycerin, Polyglycerin-3, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Houttuynia Cordata Powder, Trehalose, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Allantoin, Sodium Citrate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Xanthan Gum, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Disodium EDTA, Pvm/Ma Copolymer, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Potassium Hyaluronate
- Size Available: 30ml
Pros:
✅ Regenerates skin barrier
✅ Plant-based formulation
✅ Removes wastes from skin blood vessels
Price: RM36.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
6. Face Republic Hydro Boost Solution Serum
Face Republic Hydro Boost Solution Serum deeply hydrates from the inside out to relieve your face with seven Hyaluronic Acids, leaving hydrated, plumped skin. This serum will give instant and long-lasting hydration with a lightweight, smooth texture for a refreshing finish. It has a mild and safe formula with no harmful ingredients, colouring and artificial fragrance, making it fit all skin types.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Cellulose Gum, Xanthan Gum, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, Allantoin, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract
- Size Available: 40ml
Pros:
✅ Has a refreshing finish
✅ Hydrates the skin from the inside out
✅ Gives out long-lasting hydration
Price: RM47.92
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
7. Clinelle Calm+Care Treatment Serum
Clinelle Calm+Care Treatment Serum is a lightweight but concentrated serum that penetrates into the skin to repair and calm sensitive conditions. It is formulated especially for sensitive skin to repair, restore and protect with effective ingredients. It also calms sensitive skin while intensively moisturising your skin for soft, supple skin. The fast-absorbing feature helps to improve and strengthen your skin’s broken barrier.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Butylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Pentylene Glycol, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Chlorphenesin, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Xanthan Gum, Bisabolol, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice, BHT, Maltodextrin, o-Cymen-5-ol, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ruscus Aculeatus Root Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Lactobacillus, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-40, Centella Asiatica Extract
- Size Available: 20ml
Pros:
✅ Calms sensitive skin
✅ Fast absorbing feature
✅ Intensively moisturises skin
Price: RM79.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
8. Beauty Of Joseon Calming Serum: Green Tea + Panthenol
Beauty Of Joseon Calming Serum: Green Tea + Panthenol was made to aid in soothing skin irritated by UV rays and other external factors. EGCG, the main component of Green Tea Leaf, is effective in calming UV rays damaged skin. Panthenol is a popular moisturising ingredient that binds strongly to moisture and prevents it from escaping. This serum has 30% Mugwort Extract added to boost the Calming Serum’s soothing effect.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water (50.9%), Artemisia Capillaris Extract, Panthenol, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Water, 1,2-hexanediol, Methylpropanediol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Betaine, Allantoin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Polyquaternium-51, Malt Extract, Punica Granatum Extract, Clitoria Ternatea Flower Extract, Garcinia Mangostana Peel Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate
- Size Available: 30ml
Pros:
✅ Binds in the moisture strongly
✅ Prevents moisture from escaping
✅ Soothes damaged skin from UV rays
Price: RM43.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
9. feelxo Glacier Niacinamide 5% Serum
feelxo Glacier Niacinamide 5% Serum is enriched with ingredients specialising in whitening and anti-ageing effects. It contains abundant natural minerals and active hydrogen, which works wonders as a ‘Skincare Booster’. This serum is recommended for those with dull, sensitive skin searching for a non-greasy serum that whitens the skin. It also has no artificial additives or fragrances.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Water (Glacier) (500,000 Ppm), Water, Niacinamide (50,000 Ppm), Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol (Stabilizers), Glycerin (Humectants), Glycereth-26, Xanthan Gum, Allantoin, Betaine, Panthenol, Disodium EDTA, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Squalene, Riboflavin, Cyanocobalamin, Biotin, Ascorbic Acid
- Size Available: 30ml
Pros:
✅ Has an anti-ageing effect
✅ Free of artificial additives
✅ Non-greasy finish
Price: RM55.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
10. MIXSOON Beta-Glucan Essence Serum
MIXSOON Beta-Glucan Essence Serum contains 20% more moisturising than Hyaluronic Acid, with high water affinity, which can absorb water deeply to replenish water layer by layer. It minimises water loss and keeps the skin moisturised for a long time. It promotes collagen synthesis and enhances skin elasticity while safeguarding your skin from oxidation.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Aqua, Butylene Glycol, Beta-Glucan, Glycerin
- Size Available: 100ml
Pros:
✅ Replenishes the skin
✅ Promotes skin’s elasticity
✅ Protects the skin from oxidation
Price: RM78.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
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