Start here. Strong skin begins with hydration.
Your skin barrier is everything. When your barrier is healthy, your skin holds onto hydration, feels soft, and looks luminous.
When it’s weak, it loses water(TEWL) — leading to dullness, fine lines, redness, and sensitivity.
The Hydration Heroes Starter Duo™ rebuilds your skin’s natural defenses by mimicking what healthy skin already does best: retain moisture, stay balanced, and protect itself from stress.
This 2-step Japanese hydration system restores the skin’s moisture barrier for smoother, calmer, visibly plumper skin, fast.
✓ Deeply hydrates + strengthens your skin barrier
✓ Reduces visible dryness, dullness & fine lines
✓ Improves smoothness & elasticity
✓ Dermatologist Tested
✓ No Added Fragrance
Hydration that rebuilds — not just refills.
Most hydrators only sit on the surface. Ours work within your skin’s natural moisture network — restoring both water and lipids to strengthen your skin barrier long-term.
💧 Onsen Mineral Water – replenishes electrolytes, restores balance
🧬 Ceramide Complex – strengthens lipid barrier, reduces TEWL (transepidermal water loss)
🌾 Rice Ferment + Silk Extract – smooths texture, improves luminosity
💦 Amino Acids + Sodium PCA – mimics skin’s NMF for deep hydration
🪶 Hydrogenated Lecithin + Betaine – seals moisture, keeps skin calm
This is hydration engineered with Japan's top award winning chemists, for skin barrier health, not just glow.
After one use:
💧 Skin feels calmer, softer, and hydrated.
✨ Dullness fades, your natural glow reappears.
💫 Bonus: Makeup applies smoother and lasts longer.
After one week:
💦 Fine lines and dehydration wrinkles look softer.
🌸 Skin looks visibly brighter, plumper and more luminous.
🧬 Barrier feels stronger and more resilient to stress.
💗 Overall texture feels supple, elastic, and balanced.
After 4 weeks:
💧 Hydration levels increase.
🌿 Redness and reactivity visibly improve.
✨ Skin appears smoother, firmer, and more youthful.
✓ 98.2% said skin felt more hydrated instantly
✓ 96.6% said skin looked smoother and more even in one week
✓ 91.4% agreed their skin barrier felt stronger
✓98.7% said skin felt comfortable, calm and hydrated for hours
Step 1: Water Elixir — Replenish Moisture
A lightweight Japanese essence infused with onsen mineral water, ceramides, and rice ferment to deeply hydrate and calm.
→ Restores skin’s electrolyte balance and replenishes natural moisture factors. (NMF)
Step 2: Water Balm — Seal & Protect
A silky gel-cream that locks in hydration with ceramides, silk, and rice extract.
→ Creates a breathable barrier that smooths texture and shields against dehydration.
Together, they rebuild your Hydration Cycle — moisture in, protection on.
Water Elixir Key Actives:
- Onsen-sui (Japanese Hot Spring Water) – rebalances hydration flow
- Ceramides NP/AP/EOP – improve skin’s natural lipids
- Rice Ferment & Silk Extract – smooth texture & improve skin elasticity
- Superoxide Dismutase – antioxidant support against skin barrier stress
Water Balm Key Actives:
- Ceramide 3 + Hydrogenated Lecithin – rebuild skin barrier
- Rosa Damascena Water – calms redness, adds natural radiance to the skin
- Silk & Rice Extracts – refine texture, boost skin luminosity
- Amino Acids & Betaine – improve skin plumpness & hydration and skin NMF
Step 1: Apply 3–4 pumps of Water Elixir to clean skin.
Step 2: Follow with Water Balm to lock in hydration and protect.
Use AM + PM.
💡 Pro Tip: Use before makeup for smoother, longer wear.
onsen-sui, glycerin, water, butylene glycol, rosa centifolia flower water, pentylene glycol, ceramides, phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, hydrogenated lecithin, superoxide dismutase, hydrolyzed rice extract, malic acid, sodium dilauramidoglutamide lysine, citrus junos fruit extract, prunus mume fruit extract, sodium pca, betaine, sorbitol, glycine, alanine, proline, serine, threonine, arginine, lysine, glutamic acid, glycosyl trehalose, hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, sodium hyaluronate, oryza sativa (rice) lees extract, lactobacillus/soy milk ferment filtrate, glycine soja (soybean) seed extract, hydrolyzed silk, polyglyceryl-10 laurate, tocopherol, 1,2-hexanediol, disodium succinate, phenoxyethanol
Onsen-sui (JTN), Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Glycerin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Betaine, Serine, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract, Sodium PCA, Hydrolyzed Silk, Behenyl Alcohol (Fatty Alcohol), Sorbitol, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Lees Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Pentastearate, Saxifraga Sarmentosa Extract, Glycosphingolipids, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Acer Saccharum (Sugarmaple) Extract, Hydrolyzed Rice Extract, Lactobacillus/Soy Milk Ferment Filtrate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Ceramide 3, Glycine, Prunus Persica (Peach) Leaf Extract, Glutamic Acid, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract, Alanine, Arginine, Lysine, Natto Gum, Threonine, Lysolecithin, Proline, Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, Sodium Chloride, Water, Phenoxyethanol.
Hydration Heroes Starter Kit
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Hydrate. Strengthen. Smooth. The 2-step Japanese system for plump, resilient, age-resistant skin.
Developed by a professional esthetician with dermatologists to rebuild your skin barrier and restore long-lasting hydration.
How Long Will This Kit Last? 60-90+ Days
Shelf Life: 12 months after opening /24 months unopened
Scent: No Added Fragrance. No chemical fragrance.
Shipping Cut-Off: Orders placed before 12 noon EST usually ship the same day, otherwise next business day.
Need Help? Contact us at support@soniaroselli.com
Free Shipping: On orders over $120 shipping within the United States.
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Start here. Strong skin begins with hydration.
Your skin barrier is everything. When your barrier is healthy, your skin holds onto hydration, feels soft, and looks luminous.
When it’s weak, it loses water(TEWL) — leading to dullness, fine lines, redness, and sensitivity.
The Hydration Heroes Starter Duo™ rebuilds your skin’s natural defenses by mimicking what healthy skin already does best: retain moisture, stay balanced, and protect itself from stress.
This 2-step Japanese hydration system restores the skin’s moisture barrier for smoother, calmer, visibly plumper skin, fast.
✓ Deeply hydrates + strengthens your skin barrier
✓ Reduces visible dryness, dullness & fine lines
✓ Improves smoothness & elasticity
✓ Dermatologist Tested
✓ No Added Fragrance
Hydration that rebuilds — not just refills.
Most hydrators only sit on the surface. Ours work within your skin’s natural moisture network — restoring both water and lipids to strengthen your skin barrier long-term.
💧 Onsen Mineral Water – replenishes electrolytes, restores balance
🧬 Ceramide Complex – strengthens lipid barrier, reduces TEWL (transepidermal water loss)
🌾 Rice Ferment + Silk Extract – smooths texture, improves luminosity
💦 Amino Acids + Sodium PCA – mimics skin’s NMF for deep hydration
🪶 Hydrogenated Lecithin + Betaine – seals moisture, keeps skin calm
This is hydration engineered with Japan's top award winning chemists, for skin barrier health, not just glow.
After one use:
💧 Skin feels calmer, softer, and hydrated.
✨ Dullness fades, your natural glow reappears.
💫 Bonus: Makeup applies smoother and lasts longer.
After one week:
💦 Fine lines and dehydration wrinkles look softer.
🌸 Skin looks visibly brighter, plumper and more luminous.
🧬 Barrier feels stronger and more resilient to stress.
💗 Overall texture feels supple, elastic, and balanced.
After 4 weeks:
💧 Hydration levels increase.
🌿 Redness and reactivity visibly improve.
✨ Skin appears smoother, firmer, and more youthful.
✓ 98.2% said skin felt more hydrated instantly
✓ 96.6% said skin looked smoother and more even in one week
✓ 91.4% agreed their skin barrier felt stronger
✓98.7% said skin felt comfortable, calm and hydrated for hours
Step 1: Water Elixir — Replenish Moisture
A lightweight Japanese essence infused with onsen mineral water, ceramides, and rice ferment to deeply hydrate and calm.
→ Restores skin’s electrolyte balance and replenishes natural moisture factors. (NMF)
Step 2: Water Balm — Seal & Protect
A silky gel-cream that locks in hydration with ceramides, silk, and rice extract.
→ Creates a breathable barrier that smooths texture and shields against dehydration.
Together, they rebuild your Hydration Cycle — moisture in, protection on.
Water Elixir Key Actives:
- Onsen-sui (Japanese Hot Spring Water) – rebalances hydration flow
- Ceramides NP/AP/EOP – improve skin’s natural lipids
- Rice Ferment & Silk Extract – smooth texture & improve skin elasticity
- Superoxide Dismutase – antioxidant support against skin barrier stress
Water Balm Key Actives:
- Ceramide 3 + Hydrogenated Lecithin – rebuild skin barrier
- Rosa Damascena Water – calms redness, adds natural radiance to the skin
- Silk & Rice Extracts – refine texture, boost skin luminosity
- Amino Acids & Betaine – improve skin plumpness & hydration and skin NMF
Step 1: Apply 3–4 pumps of Water Elixir to clean skin.
Step 2: Follow with Water Balm to lock in hydration and protect.
Use AM + PM.
💡 Pro Tip: Use before makeup for smoother, longer wear.
onsen-sui, glycerin, water, butylene glycol, rosa centifolia flower water, pentylene glycol, ceramides, phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, hydrogenated lecithin, superoxide dismutase, hydrolyzed rice extract, malic acid, sodium dilauramidoglutamide lysine, citrus junos fruit extract, prunus mume fruit extract, sodium pca, betaine, sorbitol, glycine, alanine, proline, serine, threonine, arginine, lysine, glutamic acid, glycosyl trehalose, hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, sodium hyaluronate, oryza sativa (rice) lees extract, lactobacillus/soy milk ferment filtrate, glycine soja (soybean) seed extract, hydrolyzed silk, polyglyceryl-10 laurate, tocopherol, 1,2-hexanediol, disodium succinate, phenoxyethanol
Onsen-sui (JTN), Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Glycerin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Betaine, Serine, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract, Sodium PCA, Hydrolyzed Silk, Behenyl Alcohol (Fatty Alcohol), Sorbitol, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Lees Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Pentastearate, Saxifraga Sarmentosa Extract, Glycosphingolipids, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Acer Saccharum (Sugarmaple) Extract, Hydrolyzed Rice Extract, Lactobacillus/Soy Milk Ferment Filtrate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Ceramide 3, Glycine, Prunus Persica (Peach) Leaf Extract, Glutamic Acid, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract, Alanine, Arginine, Lysine, Natto Gum, Threonine, Lysolecithin, Proline, Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, Sodium Chloride, Water, Phenoxyethanol.
What Customers Are Saying
“This made more difference than any ‘anti-aging’ cream I’ve bought. My skin just looks healthy and glowing again. But the best part? It feels soo good to wear.”Nora C. Age 64
“I tried using just the balm once and I won’t do that again. The magic is in the combo.”Kara R. Age 29
I never knew what a ‘skin barrier’ even was until I tried this. My redness disappeared, and now I understand why hydration matters so much."– Stephanie W. Age: 45
“It’s not heavy or greasy like moisturizers I’ve used. It feels like my skin is drinking water.”– Sam B. Age 42
FAQ
That usually means your skin barrier — the invisible outer layer that keeps good things in and bad things out — isn’t working properly.
When the barrier is weak, water escapes and irritants sneak in. We call this TEWL or Transepidermal Water Loss. This is the main cause of our skin looking old and tired.
Even heavy creams can’t fix it because they sit on top of the problem.
The Hydration Starter Duo™ helps by giving your skin the hydration and nutrients it needs to rebuild its barrier from the inside out.
Think of your skin barrier as your body’s natural shield.
It’s made of lipids, ceramides, and proteins that hold your skin cells together — like mortar between bricks.
When it’s healthy, your skin stays hydrated, smooth, and calm.
When it’s damaged, your skin becomes dry, red, sensitive, or dull.
The Hydration Skincare Starter Kit Duo helps rebuild that shield so your skin can stay soft, strong, and radiant.
You might notice:
- Tightness after washing your face
- More visible fine lines and wrinkles
- Redness, flaking, or rough texture
- Burning or stinging when you apply skincare
- Dull or uneven tone
These are all signs your barrier needs help. Using gentle, hydrating formulas — like Water Elixir and Water Balm — can help your skin recover quickly.
Start simple: cleanse gently, hydrate, and protect.
The Hydration Skincare Starter Kit Duo is designed to make it easy — it’s a complete routine in two steps.
Step 1: Water Elixir hydrates deeply with Japanese mineral water and ceramides.
Step 2: Water Balm locks in that moisture and smooths texture.
It’s beginner-friendly, non-irritating, and safe for all skin types and all ages.
Yes. Dullness is usually a sign of dehydration and a weak barrier.
This duo helps your skin hold onto water again — which means plumper, brighter, more even-looking skin within days.
Hydrated skin naturally reflects more light, giving you that soft, healthy glow (no shimmer or makeup needed).
Definitely.
This system was developed by an esthetician and dermatologists to calm and protect sensitive or reactive skin.
No added fragrance.
It’s even gentle enough for skin recovering from over-exfoliation or dryness from retinol.
Yes, the Hydration Heroes Kit is designed to integrate seamlessly with your existing skincare routine. It pairs well with other cleansers, serums, and sunscreens, enhancing their effects with its deep hydration benefits.
Many users report feeling immediate improvements in skin hydration after the first use. Visible changes, such as increased skin plumpness and a more radiant complexion, typically begin to appear within a few weeks of consistent use.
Yes, the Hydration Heroes Kit is formulated to be gentle and is suitable for acne-prone skin. However, if you have severe acne, we recommend consulting with a dermatologist before starting any new skincare regimen.
Absolutely! The Hydration Heroes Kit can be used both morning and night to provide round-the-clock hydration and protection for your skin.
Yes.
Hydration and barrier repair can actually reduce breakouts over time.
When your skin is dry or stripped, it overproduces oil to protect itself — which can clog pores.
By restoring balance and moisture, this duo helps reduce that cycle and keeps your skin clear and calm.
The Water Balm is designed to absorb quickly into the skin without leaving a greasy residue. It provides deep hydration while leaving your skin feeling soft and non-greasy.
You’ll feel softer, smoother skin after the very first use.
Within a week, most people notice brighter, more even tone and less redness or irritation.
After a few weeks, your skin feels stronger, looks plumper, and stays hydrated longer — even without makeup.
Traditional moisturizers sit on top of your skin and temporarily make it feel soft.
The Hydration Skincare Starter Kit Duo™ works with your skin to rebuild its natural moisture barrier.
The Water Elixir adds hydration inside the skin, and the Water Balm seals it in — creating a lasting, healthy balance.
It's the centuries old Japanese skincare ritual that helps your other products penetrate the skin.
Yes, twice a day is ideal.
Use both steps after cleansing and before sunscreen in the morning, and before bed at night.
If you wear makeup, it also makes your foundation go on smoother and stay fresher all day.
Hydration is the first step of anti-aging — or as we say, age resistance.
When your skin is hydrated and your barrier is strong, it naturally looks smoother, firmer, and brighter.
Fine lines soften, and your skin’s elasticity improves over time and slows down the aging process.
It was developed by Sonia Roselli, a 30+ year professional esthetician and makeup artist who spent years working with real skin — not airbrushed models.
She created this system with dermatologists and top chemists in Japan to help people get healthy, hydrated skin that feels as good as it looks.
All skin types — dry, oily, combination, sensitive, even reactive.
The formulas adjust to what your skin needs: more water for dry skin, balance for oily skin, calm for sensitive skin.
Yes — they’re designed to work together.
The Water Elixir brings the hydration, and the Water Balm keeps it there by sealing it in.
If you only use one, you’ll get some benefit, but together they give you that long-lasting, calm, hydrated feeling that makes your skin glow all day.*
*climates dictate and control TEWL. If you live in a desert climate, feel free to reapply throughout the day, even on top of makeup.
Yes, the compact design of the Water Balm and Water Elixir makes the Hydration Heroes Kit ideal for travel, ensuring you can maintain your skincare routine no matter where you are.
Water Elixir is in a glass bottle, so we suggest wrapping it in a washcloth or decant into smaller travel container.
No, the Hydration Heroes Skincare Kit is free from synthetic fragrances and colors, focusing on natural ingredients to ensure safety and minimize the risk of skin irritation.
Onsen-sui, derived from Japanese hot springs, is rich in minerals and helps to soothe and rejuvenate the skin by enhancing its natural moisture balance and promoting a clearer, more radiant complexion.
Ceramides are crucial for maintaining the skin's barrier function. They help lock in moisture and protect the skin from environmental pollutants and irritants, which is especially beneficial for aging or dry skin.
Rosa Damascena Flower Water is known for its hydrating, soothing, and anti-inflammatory properties. It helps to calm the skin, reduce redness, and provide a refreshing, moisturizing effect, making it ideal for sensitive and mature skin types.
Superoxide Dismutase (SOD) is an enzyme that is one of the body's primary antioxidants. It plays a crucial role in reducing oxidative stress by neutralizing superoxide radicals, which are a common type of free radical that damage cells.
In skincare, including SOD helps protect the skin from environmental damage such as pollution and UV radiation, which can accelerate aging.
By defending the skin against these stressors, SOD helps maintain a youthful appearance, reduces the likelihood of premature aging signs, and enhances overall skin health and vitality.
Despite the deep hydration properties of the Hydration Heroes Skincare Kit, both the Water Balm and Water Elixir are designed with a lightweight formula that absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy residue.
They work to balance hydration levels which can actually help regulate oil production in oily skin types, making them perfect for use without contributing to heaviness or breakouts.
We understand that every skin type is unique, which is why the Hydration Heroes Skincare Kit is formulated to be effective and gentle for all skin types, including sensitive skin. However, if you find that our products do not suit your skin, we offer a satisfaction guarantee. You can return the product within 30 days for a full refund.
After one use: softer, smoother, calmer skin.
After one week: more even tone, fewer dry patches, a healthy glow.
After four weeks: plumper, brighter and more elastic skin that stays hydrated longer.
It’s like pressing reset on your skin’s health and comfort.
Yes.
All Sonia Roselli skincare products are cruelty-free and tested for safety on sensitive skin.
You can use the Hydration Skincare Starter Kit Duo™ every morning and night as part of your daily skincare routine.
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