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EltaMD Enzyme Hydrogel is an enzyme-enhanced, oil-free gel with hyaluronic acid that cools, hydrates and comforts skin after non-ablative and mildly ablative procedures.

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EltaMD Enzyme Hydrogel (3 oz)
  • EltaMD Enzyme Hydrogel (3 oz)
EltaMD Enzyme Hydrogel (3 oz)
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Description

EltaMD · Enzyme Hydrogel Post-Procedure Gel

What is EltaMD Enzyme Hydrogel?

EltaMD Enzyme Hydrogel is an enzyme-enhanced gel that EltaMD formulates to promote skin comfort, recovery and hydration after non-ablative and mildly ablative procedures. It pairs sodium hyaluronate (hyaluronic acid) and glycerin with bromelain and kiwi fruit extract in a clear, cooling base that lets you see the skin underneath. The formula is oil-free, fragrance-free, paraben-free, dye-free and non-comedogenic. Apply it right after a treatment to cool and moisturize the skin, and repeat as your provider directs. Available at SkinCrew in 3 oz ($35).

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The problem

Light laser and resurfacing treatments leave skin feeling hot, tight, itchy and dry for a while afterward. Heavy creams can feel suffocating at that stage, especially on oily skin, and many moisturizers carry fragrance or oils that make treated skin feel worse. People want something that cools and hydrates right away without a greasy layer.

A cooling, clear gel for the first hours after treatment.

Enzyme Hydrogel is water-based and oil-free, so it feels light and cooling the moment it goes on. Hyaluronic acid and glycerin draw in hydration, while bromelain and kiwi fruit extract make up the enzyme side of the formula. EltaMD states that it helps ease the itch and irritation that can follow non-ablative and mildly ablative procedures.

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EltaMD Enzyme Hydrogel: cooling hydration for post-procedure skin

EltaMD Enzyme Hydrogel is a clear gel made for the hours and days after non-ablative and mildly ablative treatments. It hydrates with sodium hyaluronate and glycerin, cools and soothes on contact, and includes an enzyme blend of bromelain and kiwi fruit extract. EltaMD describes it as promoting skin comfort, recovery and hydration, and helping ease the itch and irritation after these procedures.

Because the gel is clear, it does not hide the treated area, and because it is oil-free and non-comedogenic, it suits oily skin that dislikes rich creams. EltaMD lists it as fragrance-free, paraben-free and dye-free. It can go on immediately after treatment and be repeated throughout recovery. Available at SkinCrew, an Authorized EltaMD US Retailer, with fast US shipping.

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EltaMD is a professional sun care and skin care brand sold through dermatology practices and authorized retailers. SkinCrew sources every unit directly from EltaMD, so you receive:

100% AuthenticDirect supply from EltaMD, never diverted, expired or grey-market stock.
Fresh, Current-Batch StockEnzymes such as bromelain are sensitive to heat and age, so a current-batch, properly stored tube is the one to use on treated skin. SkinCrew ships authentic stock directly as an authorized retailer.

Why Enzyme Hydrogel Stands Out

  • Cooling on contact. The clear, water-based gel feels cool as it goes on, which is welcome when treated skin feels warm and tight.
  • Enzyme-enhanced. Bromelain, an enzyme from pineapple, and kiwi fruit extract form the enzyme side of the formula that gives the product its name.
  • Hydration without oil. Sodium hyaluronate and glycerin attract and hold water, and the gel is oil-free and non-comedogenic.
  • Clear finish. It does not leave a white or greasy film, so the treated area stays visible while you apply it.
ENZYME HYDROGEL VS RICH RECOVERY CREAMS VS PLAIN ALOE GELS
FeatureEnzyme HydrogelRich recovery creamsPlain aloe gels
BaseClear, oil-free gelOil and water creamWater-based gel
HydratorsSodium hyaluronate and glycerinVariesAloe juice
EnzymesBromelain and kiwi fruit extractUsually noneNone
Feel on treated skinCooling and lightRich, can feel heavyCooling, can feel sticky
FragranceFragrance-freeVariesOften fragranced

The Enzyme Hydrogel Profile

Cooling
Clear hydrogel
A water-based gel that cools and comforts skin that feels warm after treatment.
Hydrate
Hyaluronic acid
Sodium hyaluronate and glycerin draw moisture into the surface of the skin.
Enzymes
Bromelain and kiwi
The enzyme blend at the center of EltaMD's enzyme-enhanced formula.
Gentle
Oil-free and fragrance-free
Non-comedogenic and free of fragrance, parabens and dyes, according to EltaMD.

What Enzyme Hydrogel Does

Cools and soothes skin on contact
Hydrates with hyaluronic acid and glycerin
Helps ease itch and irritation after procedures, per EltaMD
Promotes skin comfort during recovery
Leaves a clear, non-greasy finish
Suits oily and sensitive skin

Benefit statements describe the appearance and feel of skin and reflect EltaMD product information. Individual results vary.

Who Enzyme Hydrogel Is For

A strong match for

  • Anyone recovering from a non-ablative or mildly ablative treatment
  • Oily skin that feels smothered by rich recovery creams
  • People who want a cooling gel right after a professional treatment
  • Sensitive skin that needs a fragrance-free formula

Tolerance and skin type

EltaMD lists Enzyme Hydrogel as oil-free, fragrance-free, paraben-free, dye-free and non-comedogenic. Bromelain comes from pineapple, so if you know you react to pineapple or kiwi, check with your provider before use, and follow their aftercare instructions.

How to Use Enzyme Hydrogel

Step 1Apply immediately after a non-ablative or mildly ablative procedure to cool and moisturize the skin.
Step 2Smooth a generous, even layer over the treated area with clean hands.
Step 3Repeat as directed by your provider during recovery. Available in 3 oz.

Enzyme Hydrogel Ingredient Deep Dive

Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid)

A humectant that attracts and holds water in the skin surface, so treated skin feels hydrated and less tight.

Bromelain

An enzyme from pineapple and part of the enzyme blend EltaMD uses in its enzyme-enhanced formula for skin comfort.

Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract

A fruit extract that joins bromelain in the enzyme side of the formula.

Glycerin

A classic humectant that adds slip and helps keep the skin surface moist and soft.

Full ingredient list. Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract, Bromelain, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Capryloyl Glycine, Undecylenoyl Glycine. Ingredient lists can change. Refer to the product packaging for the most current list.

How to Use Enzyme Hydrogel in a Daily Routine

Enzyme Hydrogel is the cooling, hydrating step right after treatment. If your provider wants a sealing layer, a waterless balm goes on top, and a gentle mineral SPF follows once you are cleared for sunscreen.

Step 1: Cleanse Gently

Skin Recovery Amino Acid Foaming CleanserGentle amino acid foaming cleanser that calms the look of redness, for sensitive and post-procedure skin.

Step 2: Cool and Seal

Enzyme HydrogelCooling, oil-free gel with hyaluronic acid and enzymes that comforts and hydrates post-procedure skin.
Laser BalmWaterless, preservative-free balm that melts on contact to keep post-procedure skin moist and comfortable.

Step 3: Protect

UV Skin Recovery SPF 50100% mineral SPF 50 with amino acids and ceramides for sensitive, redness-prone skin.
UV Pure SPF 47Gentle 100% mineral SPF 47 for adults and children, water resistant for 80 minutes.

Which EltaMD Aftercare Step Comes First?

A SkinCrew skincare expert can help you choose between Enzyme Hydrogel, Laser Balm and Moisture Seal based on your treatment and your skin type. Consultations are complimentary and we are an Authorized EltaMD US Retailer.

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EltaMD Enzyme Hydrogel is a cosmetic skincare product. Statements describe the appearance and feel of skin and reflect EltaMD product information. It is not intended to diagnose, treat or prevent any disease. Individual results vary.

EltaMD Enzyme Hydrogel FAQ

What does EltaMD Enzyme Hydrogel do?

Enzyme Hydrogel is a cooling, oil-free gel that hydrates and comforts skin after non-ablative and mildly ablative procedures. EltaMD describes it as promoting skin comfort, recovery and hydration, and helping ease the itch and irritation that can follow these treatments.

When should I apply Enzyme Hydrogel?

EltaMD directs that it be applied immediately after a procedure to cool and moisturize the skin, then repeated as directed by your provider. Use clean hands and a generous, even layer.

What are the key ingredients in Enzyme Hydrogel?

The formula hydrates with sodium hyaluronate (hyaluronic acid) and glycerin, and its enzyme blend includes bromelain and kiwi fruit extract. It is oil-free, fragrance-free, paraben-free and dye-free, and the clear gel base lets you see the treated skin as you apply it.

Is Enzyme Hydrogel good for oily skin?

Yes. It is a water-based, oil-free and non-comedogenic gel, so it feels light on oily skin that dislikes heavy recovery creams, and it leaves a clear, non-greasy finish. EltaMD also lists it as non-comedogenic, so it will not clog pores.

What is the difference between Enzyme Hydrogel and Laser Balm?

Enzyme Hydrogel is a clear, water-based gel that cools and hydrates. Laser Balm is a waterless petrolatum balm that seals moisture in and helps keep compromised skin moist. They do different jobs, and the gel goes on first if you use both.

Who should use Enzyme Hydrogel?

It is made for skin after non-ablative and mildly ablative procedures, applied right after treatment and through recovery as your provider directs. Its oil-free, fragrance-free gel base also suits oily and sensitive skin that finds rich recovery creams too heavy.

Is SkinCrew an authorized EltaMD retailer in the US?

Yes. SkinCrew is an Authorized EltaMD US Retailer and sources every unit directly from EltaMD, so Enzyme Hydrogel arrives fresh, authentic and in current packaging, with fast US shipping.