I’ve seen so many people swear by this serum, and honestly, I wanted to love it too. But after finishing almost half the bottle, I think it’s time to admit that Torriden’s Dive In Low Molecular Hyaluronic Acid Serum just didn’t do it for me.

Let’s break it down.

Application & Texture
The serum has that watery-gel consistency that sinks in quickly, which I do appreciate. It layers well, doesn’t pill, and it plays nicely with other products. On paper, it checks all the boxes for a hydrating serum.

But here’s the problem — it didn’t feel like it did anything.

I used it twice daily for about three weeks, on damp skin, sealed with moisturizer. The technique was correct. The routine was solid. Still, my skin didn’t feel significantly more hydrated than it did without it. I kept waiting for that plump, bouncy skin everyone talks about... but nope. Just average results at best.

Marketing vs. Reality
Torriden promotes this serum as deeply hydrating thanks to its 5D hyaluronic acid complex, and while that sounds impressive, I personally didn’t see a difference compared to cheaper HA serums (like Isntree or even the Cosrx one). In fact, I found Isntree’s HA toner more hydrating on its own than this serum plus moisturizer.

So while the ingredients list looks fancy — low molecular HA, panthenol, allantoin — the performance felt underwhelming. Maybe it’s better suited for oily or combo skin types, but as someone with dry, dehydrated skin? This didn’t hit.

Price Point
It’s not expensive, I’ll give it that. But the value is still questionable if it doesn’t deliver. I'd rather pay a few dollars more for something that makes a visible difference.

Packaging
Minimalist, sleek, hygienic pump — no complaints there.

Final Verdict
Honestly? It’s not a bad product. It just didn’t live up to the hype. If you have normal to oily skin and just want a basic hydrating layer, this might work for you. But if your skin is dry, sensitive, or easily dehydrated, I wouldn’t count on this serum to do the heavy lifting.

I really wanted this to be a staple in my routine — it’s aesthetically pleasing, has a loyal fanbase, and seemed like a gentle, no-fuss option. But in the end, it left me underwhelmed and reaching for my older, more reliable hydrators.

Would I repurchase? No.
Would I finish the bottle? Probably, just so it’s not wasted.
Would I recommend it? Only with a very specific skin type in mind.