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b-gel

Name: b-gel
Brand: build (skincare)
SKU: BGEL
Price: 24.00 CAD
Availability: InStock

hydration boosting water gel

1.7 fl. oz. (50 mL)

$24.00 cad

introducing b-gel, our freshest leap into the world of simple yet profoundly effective skin hydration. imagine a hydration-boosting water gel so clear and feather-light, it feels like quenching your skin's thirst with a splash of pure water. it's basic science: deeply hydrate, effectively retain moisture, and revel in the visibly plump, juicy results. zero slip, zero stickiness—just smooth, refreshed, and irresistibly plump skin.

our water-fresh formula is crafted for seamless absorption, offering your skin a burst of hydration without the overwhelming feel of heavier serums. why complicate your routine when b-gel's straightforward approach targets dehydration head-on.

staying true to the minimalist ethos of build, b-gel champions uncomplicated skincare. it's pure hydration, stripped of all hype, maximizing effectiveness without the unnecessary extras.

targets > dryness + dehydration + tightness

aqua, glycerin, propanediol, methyl gluceth-10, sorbitol, betaine, propylene glycol, ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, diazolidinyl urea, iodopropynyl butylcarbamate

massage a small amount of product onto freshly cleansed skin until fully absorbed. use morning and night.

try mixing b-gel into b-cream to maximize it's hydration potential

materials:

pump: PP [5] / bottle: glass / label: vinyl

step 1: remove the pump

step 2: rinse out any residue in the bottle

step 3: screw pump back onto bottle

step 4: remove label (dispose in regular trash)

step 5: toss into your curbside recycling bin

* before recycling always make sure to check that your area recycles these plastic types.

balanced hydration

its unique blend of powerhouse humectants—glycerin, propanediol, methyl gluceth-10, sorbitol, and betaine—works synergistically to draw moisture into the skin, locking it in for lasting hydration.

champion of basic hydration

staying true to the minimalist ethos of build, b-gel champions uncomplicated skincare. it's pure hydration, stripped of all hype, maximizing effectiveness without the unnecessary extras.

elevated water-fresh formula

b-gel’s delicate water gel transforms on contact, bursting into a refreshing, hydrating liquid that melts into the skin. this weightless formula leaves your skin refreshed, plump, and perfectly hydrated—without any sticky or slippery sensation.

hydrating adds water to the skin, while moisturizing helps lock in that hydration. b-gel is designed to hydrate deeply, and we recommend pairing it with a moisturizer like b-cream or b-balm for optimal results; however, this doesn't mean it can't also be used on it's own!

b-gel is ideally applied as a first step after cleansing, while your skin is still damp (but not wet). this isn't a steadfast rule though! b-gel feels great when mixed into your moisturizer to increase its hydrating capacity or even as the final skincare layer to give your skin a fresh, hydrated and plump appearance.

it really isn't! this is especially the case when you apply it before other products - you'll barely notice it (aside from how hydrated your skin will feel 😉). we've strategically chosen the humectants not just for their benefits but also their specific skin feel.

what the ingredients don't tell you about b-gel

the gel texture breaks beautifully into a watery liquid when rubbed into the skin

it’s a cross between a gel serum and a toner and delivers on the experience of both

the humectants were carefully chosen and balanced to deliver hydration without feeling slippery or sticky

it pairs well with a moisturizer to bring in extra hydration and suppleness

it sinks in completely and doesn’t leave a film or weird layer

it’s extremely refreshing and soothing

it doesn’t pill

built on the basics

simplicity is our strength. b-gel relies on these foundational ingredients:

sugar-derived humectant sorbitol draws water to the skin’s surface

betaine, an osmolyte that helps skin maintain its natural water balance

methyl gluceth-10 delivers the hydration power of glycerin with a lighter, silkier feel

basic hydration has arrived

we've made cleansing, treating & moisturizing uncomplicated - it's time for hydration.

b-gel is a delicate gel that bursts on skin contact into a refreshing liquid. it features a balanced blend of 6 humectants that tackle hydration head on with no compromise on feel: glycerin, propanediol, methyl gluceth-10, sorbitol, betaine and propylene glycol! hyaluronic acid who?

while designing this formula we focused on hydration efficacy and saying no to sticky, slimy, slippery textures.

build a routine with b-gel

every routine starts with the basics. here’s how b-gel fits in to give your skin the care it needs without complication.

cleanse

b-wash

hydrate

b-gel

moisturize

b-cream

get b-gel in a bundle

this serum is everything I could have imagined for build! I've been working on the perfect hydration forward product since builds inception. trying to craft the perfect crystal clear gel that felt elegant was a challenge. I really wanted to marry the benefits of a toner or essence with the application of a gel. b-gel proves yet again that basic skincare doesn't require compromise on efficacy or aesthetics!

jonah ray, owner & founder

the product I didn’t know I needed

I was intrigued by what I read about b-gel (thanks @sambythexounter). I didn’t know how it would fit into my routine but decided to try it anyway. This stuff is magic! When I dispensed it in my hand, I thought it might be heavy or sticky. It transforms into this light, kind of watery fluid that absorbs right in to the skin and moisturizes like a dream! In the winter, I replaced my morning toner with b-gel. Sometimes at night, I applied a thick coat and let it soak in before doing the rest of my routine. Now that’s it’s hot and humid, my morning routine is b-wash, an antioxidant serum, b-gel and sunscreen. It even helped heal my parched hands after a pottery project. B-gel has gone from the product I wasnt sure I needed to the product I buy in multiples because I cant be without it.

Simple and efficient

I’ve tried a lot of hydrating toners and this one of my top favourites. So simple but does its job. Perfect alone on wet skin followed by serums/moisturizer, but even better mixed into b cream. Has never caused a break out. I have sensitive combination skin.

Overpriced for what it is

You could get a large bottle of a Japanese HA serum that contains these ingredients, plus much more, for the same price. This is like a dollar store product dressed up to look interesting.

I appreciate your point of view. when launching b-gel I was actually very worried because of this exact thing. It looks very very boring on paper. fortunately, I spent a lot of time balancing the ingredients to eliminate a lot of the common pet peeves people have with hydrating serums currently on the market like pilling, stickiness, sliminess etc. even though a lot of these ingredients can be found in many formulas on the market, I hope that the effort I put into balancing them shows when you actually try b-gel.

Witchcraft in a bottle!

Jonah know's his formulations. I don't know how he did it, but B-Gel is incredible/the best hydrating gel/serum I have ever used. It has the most perfect viscous texture that absorbs beautifully into the skin, but leaves ZERO tackiness/stickiness. Despite this, my skin feels so plump and hydrated, as if I am wearing a cream-based moisturizer. I've been using B-Gel for about a month now, typically just in the mornings. I apply the gel and then sunscreen on top, and that's it. My skin feels perfectly hydrated all day long; no pilling, no stickiness, no heavy feeling. Cannot recommend this product enough!

Hydrating and feels so beautiful on the skin

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