![Recyclability of Great Barrier Relief. The cap/pump is made of PP [5] which has medium recyclability. The bottle is made of recycled 100% PCR PET [1] with high recyclability. The silicone insert that helps you use up all of the product is not recyclable. This product's carbon footprint is 0.12 carbon dioxide eq. kg.](http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2090/8057/products/GBRrecyclabilityFINAL_{width}x.png?v=1682367682)
![Recyclability of Great Barrier Relief. The cap/pump is made of PP [5] which has medium recyclability. The bottle is made of recycled 100% PCR PET [1] with high recyclability. The silicone insert that helps you use up all of the product is not recyclable. This product's carbon footprint is 0.12 carbon dioxide eq. kg.](http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2090/8057/products/GBRrecyclabilityFINAL_800x.png?v=1682367682)
![Recyclability of Great Barrier Relief. The cap/pump is made of PP [5] which has medium recyclability. The bottle is made of recycled 100% PCR PET [1] with high recyclability. The silicone insert that helps you use up all of the product is not recyclable. This product's carbon footprint is 0.12 carbon dioxide eq. kg.](http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2090/8057/products/GBRrecyclabilityFINAL_1024x.png?v=1682367682)
Great Barrier Relief
Reparative, skin-soothing serum
$28 (45 ml / 1.52 fl oz)
- Details
- Ingredients
- How to Pair
- Sustainability Guide
A creamy, nourishing serum that calms signs of sensitivity caused by a broken skin barrier. A blend of nourishing oils and rebalancing actives restore damaged skin to clear breakouts and soothe irritation. Skin looks clear, feels calm, and probably sounds amazing.
A Calming Hand
Our skin and the environment don’t always get along. Whether it’s because you’re a city dweller or got too pump-happy with the retinol, your skin needs some back up. Great Barrier Relief is there to lend a hand, no bat symbol required. GBR works by repairing damage in the skin barrier—the skin’s invisible shield. It helps repair tears and strengthen the barrier wall to kick environmental aggressors to the curb.
PETA-certified vegan and cruelty-free.
Tamanu Oil: Soothes irritation and calms redness without greasiness. Niacinamide: Helps clear spots, fades discoloration, and brightens skin. Ceramides: Essential to skin health—helps replenish fatty building blocks of the skin barrier.
The color and texture of Great Barrier Relief may naturally vary slightly from batch to batch. No worries! This is a normal occurrence when using naturally-derived ingredients and it does not impact the efficacy of the formula.
NOTE: Great Barrier Relief does contain 10% Tamanu Oil, which is derived from Tamanu nuts. Though most people don’t have issues using this ingredient, people with nut allergies could have a potential reaction. If you think your skin will react, we recommend performing a 24-hour patch test on your wrist and neck first and slowly integrating GBR into your routine thereafter. If you do experience an allergic reaction, stop using the product immediately and seek medical attention if needed.
K102-01-0000-EUPair with Oat So Simple Water Cream
When you’re craving: Extra moisture
Why it works: Water-based cream to hydrate, oil-based serum to seal it in.
How to use: Can be mixed together or applied in any order.
Extra tip: Apply moisturizer liberally but apply serum in layers to prevent greasiness.
How to Recycle
Step 1: Clean and separate! Before recycling, make sure your bottle is rinsed and free of product. It is important to separate the pump + cap and silicone insert from the bottle. The pump itself needs to be taken apart into its components: plastic pump, plastic straw, and spring.
Step 2: Investigate! The silicone insert, plastic straw, and spring are not recyclable and need to be thrown away. The remaining pump + cap are made from PP [5] which is accepted by some curbside recycling programs. The bottle is made from 100% PCR (post-consumer recycled) PET [1], which is completely recyclable. We recommend checking with your local recycling to see which materials can be recycled in your area.
Step 3: Recycle! If type 1 and type 5 plastics are both recyclable in your area, we recommend leaving the cap on. The labels or glue can be recycled too, so no need to remove those.
Materials Used
Bottle: 100% PCR PET [1]
Pump, cap: PP [5]
Box: FSC paper and soy based inks
Mighty Morphing Power Changer
Great Barrier Relief is a natural shapeshifter. You can use it as a daily serum, substitute it for your moisturizer or as an acne treatment to transform a spot into a not.
Mighty Morphing Power Changer
Great Barrier Relief is a natural shapeshifter. You can use it as a daily serum, substitute it for your moisturizer or as an acne treatment to transform a spot into a not.
The Best Things Come in 3's
GBR is loaded with Tamanu Oil, a breakout-clearing, texture-smoothing, manicure-giving (beta) active that replenishes skin. Paired with Safflower and Rosehip oil, this trio visibly calms redness and nourishes dry skin from the first swipe.
Millennial Parent Vibes
Niacinamide a.k.a. the soccer parent of skincare ingredients is a master multitasker. It helps prevent breakouts and fades the look of dark spots for radiant, even skin. That’s good parenting.
New Look, Same Old Fave
GBR’s glowed up. Our OG tried-and-true serum is now in an airless pump that pushes out every bit of product, so you don’t need to break it open. Don’t do it, bestie... Just trust us.
SKINSTRUCTIONS
How to Use Your Serum
Apply 1-2 pumps on clean, dry skin. Use a little extra for dry skin and a little less for oily skin. Gently massage into the skin until fully absorbed. If using as a sensitive spot treatment, use light pats or apply with a q-tip.
Exhibits A Through You
Sunny
Skin Concern: dark spots, dryness, irritation
Age: 25-34
“Not only does Great Barrier Relief reinforce my skin barrier, at the same time, it also helps fade dark spots. Its hero ingredient is tamanu oil, which gives it this sage green color and its earthy smell. Thanks to me, this is also my mother's favorite skincare product. She's gone through more bottles than I have.”
Bianca
Skin Concern: redness & inflammation, sensitivity
Age: 25-34
“Great Barrier Relief is one of my daily essentials in my morning and nighttime skin care routine. She's formulated with a lot of emollients, which work to nourish, soothe, and hydrate the skin. Within two weeks of using Great Barrier Relief, I was able to see an immediate big difference in skin barrier health, hydration levels, and overall skin radiance.”
Asa
Skin Concern: dryness, redness & inflammation, sensitivity
Age: 25-34
“When I discovered the Great Barrier Relief, this was the game changer for me. I felt like it really was the comforting and soothing product that I was looking for, that didn't create any irritation or inflammation. It's like a best friend that just never lets you down. It's always there for you and it's reliable.”
Nicole
Skin Concern: acne, dark spots, dullness
Age: 18-24
“Using Great Barrier Relief, my skin has had significant improvements. My hyperpigmentation has gone away. I noticed that my itchiness has also reduced, especially around my nose area where I tend to get very red and irritated... It just makes your skin feel so dewy and so luscious.”
Kirk
Skin Concern: dryness, pores, uneven texture
Age: 25-34
“Great Barrier Relief has completely changed my skin... Putting on Great Barrier Relief brings a really cool, soothing rush to my skin. It's drastically reduced my pore size, really helped with redness, and I feel like my scars heal faster than ever before.”
Real Customers, Honest Words
- AAnnVerified BuyerRated 2 out of 5 stars15 hours agoCauses face swelling and redness.
I don’t know if there was a formula change after inception but I used to never have a reaction to this. Now every time I use GBR, my face is red and swollen. I swatched it on my arm and it didn’t have a reaction but my face just can’t handle it anymore. Very unfortunate. This was great for clearing dark spots. I will need to find something else.
KKraveBeauty11 seconds agoHi Ann, thanks for sharing your experience!
We're really sorry to hear that you suddenly experienced a reaction to the Great Barrier Relief. Please be on the lookout for an email from our Customer Care Team!
- MPMira P.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsYesterdayThis stuff is amazing!
It is so calming and hydrating. I use it daily. I was without a bottle for a bit as I had to wait for the shipment to come in but I noticed a huge difference when I wasn't wearing it. I've noticed a general improvement in the health of my skin over time. Love this stuff!
- MBMelissa B.Verified BuyerRated 2 out of 5 stars2 days agoNot for me
While this product does seem to help with moistuzing, it's also been causing some pretty bad irritation and redness. My skin seems to be overwhelmed by products. Maybe taking a break for a while will help, but I'm disappointed that this product didn't do what I was hoping it would do...relieve, not irritate. I don't know if refunds are possible but I would really like one.
KKraveBeauty2 days agoHi Melissa, thanks for taking the time to leave us a review!
We're really sorry to hear that our Great Barrier Relief didn't work out for you. We strongly encourage you to be gentle with your skin and figure out what it really needs. That might mean keeping a skin diary/tracker, or figuring out which ingredients your skin reacts well or negatively to. Have that constant conversation with your skin and choose products and develop habits that work with your skin, not against it.
We sincerely apologize for this less-than-ideal experience and hope for the speedy recovery of your skin! -Please be on the lookout for an email from our Customer Care Team! - MSMichaela S.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars1 week agoLOVE
I’ve used this for years. I love it and a lot of my closest friends also consider it a staple. I didn’t notice the packaging change and I unscrewed the top, ruining the entire bottle as it spewed everywhere. Customer service was SO kind about the situation, despite the issue being user error, and immediately offered to send me a new bottle which was shipped out so fast. The way they reacted my problem made me want to continue being a loyal customer. 10/10 product, 10/10 customer service.
- EGEvelyn G.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars1 week agoLOVE
This is my 2nd time ordering; and I just subscribed to have it delivered every 2 months. This stuff works GREAT! Helped me following a retinol purge and serious acne breakouts. This stuff is amazing!!