When your skin needs results, not promises, the Recipe for Men Instant Recharge Face Serum delivers. Part of Recipe for Men's premium Instant Recharge sub-range, this lightweight oil-free serum combines Niacinamide at 5% with Hyaluronic Acid and the Xylitol Complex to brighten, hydrate, and visibly improve skin tone and texture with regular use. The formula is clean, fast-absorbing, and built around actives that have genuine clinical backing - not trendy ingredients added at trace levels. If your skin is looking dull, feeling dehydrated, or showing early signs of uneven tone, this is where you start. 100% vegan, produced in Sweden.
The Instant Recharge Face Serum is built for anyone whose skin needs a focused boost - whether that's tackling dullness, dehydration, enlarged pores, or uneven skin tone. It suits all skin types including oily and combination, thanks to the oil-free formula that won't clog pores or add unwanted shine. Works well as a daily serum under moisturizer for consistent results over time.
- Niacinamide at 5% - a meaningful concentration that visibly reduces the appearance of pores, evens skin tone, controls excess sebum, and strengthens the skin barrier with regular use
- Multi-depth hydration - Hyaluronic Acid draws moisture into the skin while the Xylitol Complex binds it there, keeping skin plump and comfortable throughout the day
- Oil-free formula - suitable for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin without adding shine or congesting pores
- Gluconolactone - a gentle polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that provides mild exfoliation and antioxidant protection without the irritation associated with stronger acids
- Fast-absorbing texture - sinks in quickly and layers cleanly under moisturizer, making it easy to work into any existing routine
- Instant Recharge range - Recipe for Men's premium active sub-range, formulated for those who want a step up from the core line
- 100% vegan - produced in Sweden with no parabens
- Niacinamide - Vitamin B3 in its most skin-active form. At 5%, it works to minimize pores, regulate oil production, fade uneven pigmentation, and reinforce the skin barrier over time
- Sodium Hyaluronate - the salt form of Hyaluronic Acid, able to penetrate deeper into the skin than standard Hyaluronic Acid. Delivers lasting hydration and helps skin maintain a plump, healthy appearance
- Xylitol Complex (Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol) - a plant-derived moisture-binding complex that works alongside Hyaluronic Acid to lock hydration into the skin for longer-lasting comfort
- Gluconolactone - a polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that gently resurfaces the skin without the sensitivity risk of AHAs or BHAs. Suitable for daily use and particularly good for reactive or sensitized skin
- Glycerin - a foundational humectant that draws moisture from the environment into the skin, supporting hydration at every level of the formula
Apply 3-4 drops to clean, dry skin after cleansing and before moisturizing. Smooth evenly across the face and neck, avoiding the eye area. Use morning and/or evening. Allow to absorb fully before applying your moisturizer. For best results, use consistently as part of your daily routine - Niacinamide works progressively and delivers the strongest results with regular use over 4-8 weeks.
The Instant Recharge Face Serum earns its place in the premium sub-range because it does exactly what a serum should - deliver a higher concentration of actives than a moisturizer can carry, in a format that absorbs fast and layers cleanly. Niacinamide at 5% is the kind of purposeful dosing that tells you Recipe for Men are serious about results. Pair it with the Instant Recharge Ultra Hydrating Face Gel for a complete active hydration routine, or use it as a standalone boost under your existing moisturizer.
*Subject to change. Customers should refer to product packaging for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Aqua, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Glycerin, Gluconolactone, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Glucose, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Polysorbate 20, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Limonene, Geraniol





