The Best Indeed Labs Products (And What To Avoid)

Last Updated on October 20, 2026 by Giorgia Guazzarotti

What are the best Indeed skincare product? The Canadian brand first made waves with Nanoblur, a potion that makes you look Facetuned in real life. Who needs a filter when you have Photoshop in a bottle? Since then, they launched a skincare range that gives you powerful actives at affordable prices. Their mission? To give real results to real people. They get it right… most of the time. Here’s the complete guide to ALL Indeed Laboratories skincare products. Find out what’s worth the little splurge, what’s best to avoid, and what’s just meh…

Best Indeed Laboratories Products At A Glance

PRODUCT	BEST FOR	WHY IT’S WORTH BUYING
Indeed Retinol Reface™	Wrinkles and fine lines	Combines retinol, bakuchiol and a retinol-like peptide to fight signs of ageing.
Indeed Laboratories Gentle AF Foam Cleanser	Sensitive skin	Cleanses away dirt and excess oil without stripping skin of moisture.
Indeed Hydraluron™ Intense Moisture Lotion	Dry skin	Deeply moisturises and plumps skin without feeling heavy or greasy.
Indeed Nanoblur™	Large pores and uneven texture	Instantly blurs pores, fine lines and imperfections for smoother-looking skin.
Indeed Hydraluron™+ Volumising Lip Treatment	Dry lips	Moisturises, softens and temporarily plumps lips without fillers.

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Best Indeed Laboratories Skincare Products

Best For Anti-Aging: Indeed Retinol Reface™ (£17.99)

Indeed Retinol Reface™ is my fave product from the entire range. It’s an open secret that retinol (and other forms of Vitamin A) is the only thing proven to reduce wrinkles so far. This formula combines retinol with Bakuchiol (a natural retinol alternative) and a retinol-like peptide to slow down aging in three ways: it neutralises free radicals before they give you wrinkles; it speeds up skin’s natural exfoliating process to brighten the complexion, and it boosts collagen for firmer skin. The only problem? It’s harsh. If you’re new to retinol, this will likely cause stinging, peeling, and irritation. Start with a gentler product and work your way up to this.

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Best Cleanser For Sensitive Skin: Indeed Laboratories Gentle AF Foam Cleanser (£13.99)

Indeed Laboratories Gentle AF Foam Cleanser is one of the best cleansers in the range for sensitive skin that still wants a proper clean. Because who says your skin has to feel like sandpaper afterwards to prove you’ve washed it? The light, fluffy foam washes away dirt and excess oil without leaving your skin feeling like the Sahara. Plus, it contains ectoin, which helps skin hold onto moisture and supports its protective barrier. Don’t expect miracles from an ingredient you’re washing down the drain, but it’s a nice touch.

Unlike pH-In The Cleanser (which is just ok), this one strikes a better balance between gentleness and cleansing power. It’s a good pick for sensitive, normal and combination skin that enjoys a foaming cleanser but hates that tight, squeaky-clean feeling. Heavy makeup and waterproof sunscreen may still need a separate remover, but for everyday cleansing? This one earns its spot in the best category.

Best For Dry Skin: Indeed Hydraluron™ Intense Moisture Lotion (£14.99)

Indeed Hydraluron Intense Moisture Lotion is proof that you don’t need to slather your face in a thick, greasy cream to keep dry skin happy. This fragrance-free lotion feels silky, glides on beautifully and leaves skin soft and plump without making your face look like an oil slick. Glycerin and hyaluronic acid draw moisture into skin, while shea butter and squalane help keep it there. Now that’s a proper moisturiser, not just a fancy drink of water.

What makes it worth buying is how much moisture it delivers without feeling heavy. It sits nicely under makeup, making it a lovely everyday option for normal to dry skin, especially if you hate rich creams. If your skin is so dry it’s practically begging for Vaseline, though, you may need something richer.

Best For Hiding Imperfections: Indeed Nanoblur™ (£17.99)

Indeed Nanoblur™ is the product that put the brand on the beauty map. It uses a combination of silicones and film formers to fill in every nook and crevice in your skin. It blurs away large pores, makes wrinkles look smaller, and just smoothens out your skin’s texture. The catch? It has no skincare benefits (doesn’t moisturise or fights wrinkles). It just creates a smoother canvas that makes you look like you’re wearing an Instagram filter in real life. It dries to a matte finish that’s more suitable for oily skin, but everyone can use it – just moisturise beforehand!

Best For Lips: Indeed Hydraluron™+ Volumising Lip Treatment (£8.99)

Let’s get one thing straight: there’s nothing in Indeed Hydraluron™+ Volumising Lip Treatment that mimics hyaluronic acid injections. A lip balm can’t give you the same results as a filler. But you’re smart. You already knew that. Still, this is a worth a go simply because of how moisturizing it is. It’s packed with natural butters + hyaluronic acid, a combination that makes lips softer, smoother and kissable… And yes, a little bit plumper, too. It’s also available in a juicy red shade.

Where To Buy

Indeed Laboratories products are available at Boots

Indeed Laboratories Skincare Products That Are Just OK

Good For Sensitive Skin Only: Indeed Laboratoris pH-In™ The Cleanser ($12.99)

Indeed Laboratories pH-In The Cleanser is what happens when a cleanser takes the whole “be gentle with your skin” thing a little too seriously. So seriously, in fact, that washing your face almost feels optional. The lightweight, fragrance-free formula barely foams and leaves skin feeling soft and comfortable, thanks to glycerin and sodium PCA, which help skin hold onto moisture.No tightness, no squeaky-clean feeling, no drama. But also it won’t get rid of all your sunscreen, makeup and excess oil. This is one cleanser I’d save for skin that’s so sensitive, even washing it feels like a gamble. For everyone else, it’s a bit like hiring a cleaner who’s terrified of touching anything.

Good For Oily Skin: Indeed Laboratoires Hydraluron™ Moisture Jelly ($17.99)

Indeed Laboratories Hydraluron Moisture Jelly is a perfectly decent moisturiser, but there’s nothing here to get excited about. The lightweight, bouncy jelly feels cool and refreshing on skin, absorbs quickly and doesn’t leave a greasy mess behind, although it can feel a little sticky at first. It’s fragrance-free, too. Glycerin, urea and hyaluronic acid help skin hold onto moisture, leaving it feeling softer, smoother and a little plumper – all without adding more oil to your skin. It’s a nice option for oily and combination skin that prefers gels to heavy creams, especially in warmer weather. But that’s about it. It hydrates, feels pleasant and does what a basic hydrating gel is supposed to do. Nothing more.

Good For Oily Skin: Indeed Laboratories In-Ceramide Daily Moisture Cream (£14.99)

Indeed Laboratories In-Ceramide Daily Moisture Cream has a lot going for it. It’s fragrance-free, has a rich, creamy formula and is packed with the good stuff dry skin loves. Squalane, shea butter and avocado oil moisturise skin and keep moisture from escaping, while ceramides help repair your skin’s protective barrier. If your face feels as dry as the Sahara, this is exactly the kind of moisturiser that can make it feel soft again.

So why isn’t it in my best products list? One little ingredient called myristyl myristate has shown a tendency to clog pores. That doesn’t mean everyone who uses this cream will wake up with a face full of pimples, but it’s a risk I’d rather avoid if you’re already battling blackheads and breakouts. For dry skin that rarely gets spots, it’s a perfectly good moisturiser. For dry skin that’s prone to acne? There are plenty of alternatives that don’t come with the same question mark. My skin is on the dry side of the combination and this is still a no-no for me.

Indeed Hydraluron™ Moisture Serum (£15.99)

Indeed Hydraluron Moisture Serum is a perfectly good hydrating serum. Just don’t expect it to win any awards for originality. The clear, fragrance-free gel feels lightweight, sinks in quickly and doesn’t leave a sticky mess behind. It layers nicely under moisturiser and makeup, too. If your skin is feeling tight, dull or dehydrated, hyaluronic acid helps it hold onto moisture, making it look softer, smoother and a little plumper. Nothing fancy, but it gets the job done.

Good For An Occasional Pick-Me-Up: Indeed Laboratories Snoxin™ II Under Eye Patches (£17.99)

Indeed Laboratories Snoxin II Under Eye Patches are basically a power nap for your under-eyes. They feel cool and refreshing, give puffy eyes a little pick-me-up and make fine lines look less noticeable thanks to glycerin and hyaluronic acid. But don’t get too attached to your fresher-looking reflection. Once that extra hydration wears off, your wrinkles are back where you left them. Rude, but predictable.

And that fancy cocktail of retinol, collagen and Argireline? Don’t get too excited. Collagen applied to skin mainly moisturises and Argireline has a hard time getting deep enough into skin to do its supposed Botox-like trick. A few minutes with patches under your eyes isn’t going to change that. Retinol is the only one that gives you results, but it needs to be used consistently and that may be too much for the delicate eye area. These patches are fine for a little pampering before a night out, but if you’re hoping to wave goodbye to crow’s feet and dark circles, you’ll be waiting a very long time.

Good For Brightening: Indeed Pepta-Bright™ II (£15.99)

Indeed Pepta-Bright II sounds like a dream for dark spots, but I’m not convinced it delivers. The creamy, moisturising formula feels more like a lightweight lotion than a serum, and helps keep skin soft without feeling heavy. But soft skin isn’t why you’re buying this, is it? You want those pesky dark spots gone. And while it contains undecylenoyl phenylalanine, which can help fade pigmentation, and phenylethyl resorcinol, which slows down melanin production, the latter is so far down the ingredient list that I wouldn’t expect miracles. It’s like making a chocolate cake with a sprinkle of cocoa powder.

It may help brighten mild discolouration over time, but I wouldn’t bet on it for stubborn sun spots or post-acne marks. If fading dark spots is your priority, I’d rather spend my money on a treatment with a proven concentration of an ingredient like azelaic acid. This one promises a lot more than I’m convinced it can deliver.

Indeed Laboratories G.O.A.T. Milk Toner (£13.99)

Indeed Laboratories G.O.A.T. Milk Toner has a rather ambitious name for something your skin doesn’t actually need. The lightweight, milky texture feels silky and moisturising without being greasy or heavy, and it sits nicely under makeup. It’s fragrance-free, too. Glycerin helps skin hold onto moisture, while succinic acid may help with breakouts, although the research so far has tested it alongside other acne-fighting ingredients. So I wouldn’t count on this toner to clear your pores or keep acne at bay on its own. If you love that extra layer of hydration after cleansing, it’s a perfectly nice treat, especially for dehydrated skin. But a good moisturiser already does that job. Calling it the G.O.A.T. seems a little generous, don’t you think?

Indeed Laboratories Lit Skin Prep Serum (£13.99)

Indeed Laboratories Lit Skin Prep Serum has a fancy name for what is basically a glass of water for your face. The lightweight, fragrance-free formula gives thirsty skin a quick hydration boost, helping it look plumper and smoother so makeup has a nicer surface to sit on. That’s thanks to hyaluronic acid and glycerin, which help skin hold onto moisture. Lovely, but hardly revolutionary. And that niacinamide hiding near the bottom of the ingredient list? Don’t expect it to work miracles on dark spots or uneven skin tone. If your foundation loves clinging to dry patches, this may help. Otherwise, it’s just another hydrating serum wearing a fancy outfit.

Good For Hydration: Indeed Laboratories pH-In™ The Moisture Treatment (£14.99)

Indeed Laboratories pH-In The Moisture Treatment is a decent moisturiser, but its promises are getting a little too big for its boots. The creamy texture feels rich at first but isn’t overly greasy, although it may be a little too thick for oily skin. It leaves skin soft and comfortable, with glycerin, squalane and shea butter keeping dryness at bay. It’s fragrance-free, too. If your skin gets cranky easily, this is the sort of soothing cream that can make it feel happier.

But will it balance your skin’s pH, give your microbiome a makeover and leave you with a smoother, clearer complexion? Don’t get too excited. Succinic acid has shown some promise for acne and the skin microbiome, but it was tested alongside other ingredients, so we can’t give it all the credit. It’s a nice choice if you want comfortable, hydrated skin, but I wouldn’t buy it expecting fewer breakouts or dramatically smoother texture.

Good For All Skin Types: Indeed Laboratories pH-In™ The Mask (£14.99)

Indeed Laboratories pH-In The Mask is basically a moisturiser in a fancy overnight-mask costume. The lightweight, fragrance-free gel-cream glides on smoothly, sinks in surprisingly quickly and doesn’t leave your pillowcase covered in goo. Come morning, skin feels softer, more hydrated and a little calmer, especially if it’s been dry or irritated. That’s thanks to squalane and glycerin, which helps skin hold onto moisture. Not bad for a beauty sleep companion.

But if you’re hoping to wake up with less oily skin and fewer pimples, keep dreaming. The formula contains sarcosine and cinnamon bark extract to help control excess oil, but the evidence behind this combination is hardly impressive, and the results aren’t either. Shine still makes its grand entrance by lunchtime, and stubborn whiteheads aren’t going anywhere. If your skin needs a little overnight TLC, it’s a nice treat. But a decent moisturiser can give you much the same results without adding yet another step to your routine.

Good Setting Spray: Indeed Laboratories Nanoset™ Blurring Setting Spray (£15.99)

Indeed Laboratories Nanoset is a setting spray worth considering if your makeup starts sliding off your face by lunchtime. The fragrance-free mist gives skin a smoother, more matte finish, making pores look less obvious without piling on another layer of powder. It works thanks to polysilicone-11, which forms a film on skin, while PVP helps hold makeup in place. The result? Makeup that can look fresher for longer, without that heavy, cakey finish. Not bad at all.

But don’t expect a real-life Instagram filter or flawless makeup for 16 hours. The blurring effect is temporary, the extra staying power isn’t guaranteed, and the spray nozzle can be temperamental. Nobody wants to finish their makeup only to get splattered in the face. It’s a decent choice for oily skin that needs help keeping shine under control, but I’d call it a nice setting spray rather than a makeup miracle.

Good Eye Cream: Indeed Laboratories Retinol Reface™ Eye Cream (£12.99)

Indeed Laboratories Retinol Reface Eye Cream has a bit of an identity crisis. It wants to be a wrinkle-fighting retinol treatment, but it’s much better at being a moisturiser. The rich, creamy formula is packed with squalane, glycerin and avocado oil to soften dry under-eyes and make fine lines look temporarily plumper. It’s fragrance-free, too. Lovely if your eye area needs a little TLC, but that’s hardly revolutionary.

Here’s the catch: there’s no actual retinol in it. Instead, you get retinyl linoleate, a weaker vitamin A derivative that needs converting into retinol before skin can use it. And it’s pretty far down the ingredient list. It makes sense to use it because it’s gentler and way less irritating for your under-eye area. But if you’re hoping to smooth crow’s feet or tackle established wrinkles, I’d rather spend my money on a proper retinol serum.

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Indeed Laboratories Exfoliator II (£17.99)

Indeed Laboratories Exfoliator II is a disappointing exfoliator disguised as a fancy powder cleanser. The fine powder transforms into a creamy, slightly foamy paste when mixed with water. It’s fragrance-free, feels gentle on skin and rinses off easily without leaving it feeling tight or stripped. Nice, but that’s the bare minimum. You’re buying an exfoliator, not just another cleanser.

The problem? It barely exfoliates. The formula contains malic acid and bromelain, an exfoliating enzyme that breaks down proteins involved in holding dead skin cells together. But bromelain needs the right pH and enough time on skin to do its job. Since you mix this powder with water, massage it in for about a minute and rinse it off, I’m not convinced it has enough time to make much difference. The fine particles provide a little polishing, so your skin may feel softer afterwards, but don’t expect noticeable improvements in blackheads, rough texture or dullness. If you want a cleanser, there are plenty of good options. If you want an exfoliator that actually delivers results, skip this one.

Indeed Snoxin II™ (£17.99)

Indeed Snoxin II™ proudly proclaims to be a “safer, milder and more affordable alternative to needles and plastic surgery.” Needless to say, that’s nonsense. So, what can it do? The moisturizing, gel-like texture is loaded with peptides that may help keep your skin younger for longer. MATRIXYL synthe’6 helps improve the appearance of lines and wrinkles; Hexanoyl Dipeptide-3 Noleucene Acetate aids the skin’s natural exfoliating process; and Mu-conotoxin CNIIC prevents muscles from contracting, so they can’t form wrinkles in the first place. Too bad studies on peptides come mostly from the manufacturers. Until independent research confirms all this, don’t waste your money on peptide serums.

Indeed Laboratories Eysilix II™ (£12.99)

I’ve said many times before on this blog: you do NOT need a separate eye cream. As long as your facial moisturiser isn’t too rich for your eye area, you can slather it all over and call it a day. Indeed Eysilix II™ does what your day/night cream does anyway: it has a bunch of moisturizing oils and butters to keep skin soft and smooth and a sprinkle of antioxidants to fight premature wrinkles. Indeed also added a bunch of peptides to fight dark circles… Too bad they don’t really work. Truth bomb: if an eye cream could really treat dark circles, no one would have them anymore!

Indeed Laboratories Vitamin C Brightening Drops (£13.99)

Indeed Laboratories Vitamin C Brightening Drops has one tiny problem: where the hell is the vitamin C? It’s so far down the ingredient list, you’d need a search party to find it. The fragrance-free, milky serum feels silky on skin and leaves it soft and smooth, thanks mostly to glycerin and silicones. Nice, but you can get that from any decent moisturiser. You’re buying this for brighter skin, remember?

The formula contains pure ascorbic acid, but there’s probably too little of it to make much difference to dark spots or uneven skin tone. Studies have shown improvements in sun-damaged skin with 5% vitamin C, and this serum doesn’t look like it’s playing in the same league. As for the fancy encapsulation technology that’s supposed to make vitamin C absorb 15 times better? That’s a big claim that needs some serious proof. Until then, I’d rather put my money on a vitamin C serum with a decent concentration than cross my fingers and hope this one works miracles.

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Indeed Laboratories In-Patch (£8.99)

Indeed Laboratories In-Patch isn’t terrible, but why settle for it when there are much better acne treatments out there? These little stickers contain tea tree oil, which can help reduce acne, and niacinamide, which has anti-inflammatory properties. They may help calm an angry pimple and stop you picking at it, but don’t expect them to work miracles overnight. If you want to get rid of pimples, I’d rather spend my money on benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid. Why bring a butter knife to a sword fight?

Indeed Laboratories Microdart Patch (£8.99)

Indeed Laboratories Microdart Patch is supposed to tackle those painful, under-the-skin pimples before they turn into full-blown monsters. The tiny, dissolving needles deliver hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and succinic acid into the skin, and there’s some science behind microneedle patches for acne. They may help flatten a developing pimple, but don’t expect it to disappear overnight. The needles can feel a little prickly when you press the patch on, although they’re not supposed to hurt. My problem? You’re paying extra for fancy technology that delivers fairly unimpressive acne-fighting ingredients. For the occasional stubborn spot, they’re worth considering. But if breakouts are a regular guest on your face, benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid will give you more bang for your buck.

Indeed Laboratories Nanobronze™ Bronzing Drops (£15.99)

Indeed Laboratories Nanobronze Bronzing Drops wants to be a bronzer, a self-tanner and a skincare serum all rolled into one. Ambitious, much? First off, these aren’t really drops. They’re a thick, creamy liquid that comes out of a pump and mixes easily with moisturiser. They leave skin feeling soft and smooth, thanks to glycerin and squalane, while iron oxides give your face an instant sun-kissed glow. Get the amount right and the colour can look beautifully natural. Get a little too enthusiastic and you risk looking like you’ve spent the afternoon rolling around in bronzer. The colour can also go on patchy, and it washes off rather than developing into a lasting tan.

And that pea extract that’s supposed to enhance your natural tan? There’s some early evidence it can stimulate melanin production, but it’s so far down the ingredient list that I wouldn’t count on getting a real tan from it. As a temporary bronzer, it does the job when you get the application right. But if you want a proper tan, you’re better off with a self-tanner. And if you just want a little colour, why not use a bronzer without all the skincare promises?

Related: How Do Self-Tanners Work?

FAQs

Are Indeed Laboratories Products Good?

Some are brilliant. Others make me wonder why they bothered launching them in the first place. Indeed Laboratories does its best work with no-nonsense moisturisers, gentle cleansers and Retinol Reface, which actually has the ingredients to back up its anti-aging claims. But then you get basic hydrating serums that do nothing a cheaper bottle of glycerin and hyaluronic acid couldn’t do. Not every product is a winner, and the fancy names don’t change that.

Which Indeed Laboratories Product Is Best For Wrinkles?

Retinol Reface wins this one. Retinol is one of the few skincare ingredients with solid evidence behind its wrinkle-fighting abilities, and Indeed has thrown in bakuchiol and a retinol-like peptide for good measure. It’s the kind of formula I’d spend money on rather than yet another serum promising to turn back the clock with a sprinkling of peptides. The downside? It’s not exactly gentle. If your skin throws a tantrum at the slightest hint of retinol, start with something milder.

Is Indeed Laboratories Good For Sensitive Skin?

Depends on what you put on your face. Gentle AF Foam Cleanser cleans without stripping your skin bare, while pH-In The Cleanser is so gentle, it sometimes forgets it’s supposed to remove dirt. Both are fragrance-free and worth considering if your skin is easily irritated. Retinol Reface? That’s another story. It’s a stronger formula that can leave sensitive skin red, flaky and thoroughly unimpressed. Judge the formula, not the brand name.

Is Indeed Laboratories Worth The Money?

Sometimes. Retinol Reface gives you ingredients with a track record, while Hydraluron Intense Moisture Lotion does a lovely job moisturising dry skin without the greasy aftermath. Those are worth considering. But £15.99 for a basic hyaluronic acid serum? The Ordinary and plenty of other budget brands can give you the same kind of hydration for less. Indeed isn’t outrageously expensive, but there’s no prize for paying extra for something basic just because it comes in a nicer bottle.

The Verdict: What Are The Best Indeed Laboratories Products?

If I could only buy one Indeed Laboratories product, I’d pick Retinol Reface. It’s my favourite because it goes beyond basic moisturising and actually targets signs of ageing. For dry skin, Hydraluron Intense Moisture Lotion is a great choice, while Gentle AF Foam Cleanser gets my vote if you want a proper cleanse without the tight, stripped feeling. Nanoblur is your instant Instagram filter, minus the app, and Hydraluron+ Volumising Lip Treatment is worth a look for softer lips (not Kylie Jenner’s pout, sorry).

As for the rest? Some are fine, some are forgettable, and some simply aren’t worth the money. Indeed Laboratories has good products, but it’s not a skincare buffet where you should pile everything onto your plate. Pick what your skin actually needs and save your money for something more exciting than your seventh hydrating serum.

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Best Indeed Labs Products: What to Buy & Avoid