The product: Graydon Superfood Serum

Behind every good skincare review is a little skincare secret. This summer, my secret has been the Graydon Superfood Serum. It’s the first product that I’ve tried from this indie skincare brand, and I couldn’t be more pleased! I’ve been using it to boost my silicone-free sun protection, moisturize under some gorgeous cream products, and amp up silky, all-natural night creams.

If you routinely spend time in the beauty blogger community, you’ll have heard of Graydon before. The brand (founded by Toronto native Graydon Moffatt in 2013) is all about small-batch natural products. Each product is designed to be as natural and organic as possible, with an emphasis on accommodating every skin type, age, and gender. (That’s all genders, y’all!)

I really enjoy the high-luxury feel of Graydon’s packaging, but their line is great for those with particular needs, too. Make sure to check out their curated collection of vegan products or scent-free products if you’re searching for either.

Graydon Superfood Serum ingredients

If you remember from my Lavido review, I largely passed over using the thick, sticky Lavido serum that I was sent. While it’s going to be gorgeous as a winter serum, I needed something lighter (but still really nourishing) for the summer.

Graydon’s Superfood Serum is a callback to the nourish-your-skin mentality of Graydon herself. It’s a rich yellow oil, full of polyphenol antioxidants and anthocyanins to reduce inflammation. The serum is fully vegan and gluten-free, and full of things you’d actually want to eat—things like oat kernel oil, raspberry seed oil, and turmeric root oil. There’s literally kale and goji berries in this serum.

(What? If you won’t eat them, you may as well get them through your skin!)

One more great serum for dry skin: Graydon Superfood Serum

I may have an ever-growing stash of face oils, but this one is currently my favourite. The Graydon Superfood Antioxidant Serum is really lovely. It’s not too heavy, and you can smell how fresh it is. As a result, it doesn’t have that oily note—you know, the one that you sometimes find in delicate oils sold past their best-by date.

I kind of see the serum world as split in the middle. Oils are either rich and nourishing (like this one) or dry-touch and slippery. Because Edmonton’s climate lends itself so well to dehydrated skin, I love rich oils: ones that sink in and leave you a little dewy. If you love the feel and matte finish of a dry-touch oil, this isn’t the product for you. Instead, look to the Graydon Superfood Serum for something nourishing; something that you only need a few drops in your moisturizer of. 

Despite using this night and day for the better part of two months, I’ve barely made a dent in the bottle. In other words: this serum packs a punch. You don’t need a lot for great results—maybe 3 drops, both night and day.

The Graydon Superfood Serum verdict?

Okay: I get the Graydon hype. I love the simple packaging of the Graydon Superfood Serum. I love the rich texture; the antioxidant-packed ingredients; the fact that it’s vegan, free of silicones, and gluten-free. Simple, luxurious serums like this one are a little boring because of how basic they are, but you know what? Boring is the backbone of a fantastic skincare regimen. It’s what keeps your dry skin looking healthy and vibrant not just this week, but for years down the line.

I definitely want to try more from the Graydon line this fall—their hair products look tempting, but drop me a line in the comments if there’s anything else from the brand that you’d like to see a review on!

Availability: $87 CAD from Graydon; ships free with super quick delivery. ($3.25 CAD/sample.)

Graydon Superfood Serum ingredients: view

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Disclaimer: This product was gifted by the brand.