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Quench

Quench

The power of mushrooms.

1 fl oz / 30 ml

12 total reviews

Quench is a hydrating facial serum built around snow mushroom, a humectant that holds even more water than hyaluronic acid. It's formulated for dehydrated, barrier-compromised, or allergy-prone skin, including post-treatment and rosacea-prone skin, and works across all skin types.

Quench gives skin sustained hydration that works with the barrier instead of against it. Snow mushroom draws moisture into the skin and holds it there, which shows up as smoother texture, better elasticity, and skin that stays calm under stress.

For a compromised barrier, allergy-prone skin, or skin recovering from a treatment, Quench helps restore that balance. Paired with Shield Skin Nutrition Oil, it becomes a two-part system: a water-binding serum followed by a lipid layer that seals the hydration in. Together, they support a stronger barrier without irritation or rebound dryness.

Why You’ll Love It

  • Snow Mushroom Hydration: holds up to 500 times its weight in water, drawing moisture deep into the skin for lasting hydration and improved elasticity.

  • Niacinamide: evens out tone, softens the look of dullness, and helps balance oil production.

  • Mandelic Acid, a Gentle AHA: smooths texture and supports collagen production over time with regular use.

  • Barrier Reinforcement: strengthens the skin's protective acid mantle, so it holds up better against harsh products, dry air, and everyday stressors.

  • Visible Calm: many reviewers note a noticeable glow within days, without redness or irritation.

  • Fermented Radish Root: supports a balanced skin microbiome for a calmer, more even complexion.


Why Quench Stands Out

What sets Quench apart is how the formula works beneath the surface, not just how it feels going on. Snow mushroom floods the skin with water-binding hydration, while panthenol (vitamin B) and licorice root extract calm inflammation and support barrier strength. Together, this combination helps skin hold onto hydration longer, respond better to other actives, and recover faster from everyday stress. The texture is light, but the effect underneath it runs deep. Even oily skin feels good wearing Quench!

FAQ Section

Is snow mushroom better than hyaluronic acid? They work in a similar way but aren't the same molecule. Snow mushroom is a polysaccharide from the Tremella fuciformis mushroom, and it can hold a very high amount of water relative to its weight, comparable to or exceeding hyaluronic acid in lab measurements. In a serum, that means it draws moisture into the skin and helps it stay there. It's not a source of hyaluronic acid; it's a separate humectant with a similar water-binding effect. Some people who don't tolerate hyaluronic acid well find snow mushroom more comfortable on their skin, which makes it a useful alternative for hydration when hyaluronic acid isn't a good fit.

Can I use Quench if I have rosacea or sensitive skin? Quench is formulated with calming ingredients like panthenol and licorice root extract alongside its hydrating actives, which is why it's suited to compromised or reactive skin. As with any new product, patch test first and introduce it gradually if your skin is easily irritated.

Does Quench replace a moisturizer? It depends on your skin type. Oily skin can often use Quench alone as a moisturizer, followed by SPF. Normal, dry, or sensitive skin typically needs a layer on top, such as Shield Skin Nutrition Oil or a cream moisturizer, to seal in the hydration Quench provides.

Can I use Quench with other active ingredients, like retinol? Quench's niacinamide and mandelic acid are generally well tolerated alongside other actives. Mandelic acid is one of the gentler AHAs, but layering multiple actives can still increase the chance of irritation, so introduce new combinations slowly and watch how your skin responds.

How long does it take to see results? Hydration benefits are typically noticeable within the first few uses. Changes tied to niacinamide (tone, dullness) and mandelic acid (texture, collagen support) build with consistent use over weeks, in line with how those ingredients are understood to work.

 

✔️ Can be used alone or as the first layer in a two part complete moisture system with Shield skin nutrition oil. 

 

Ingredients

Licorice Root Extract Niacinamide Snow Mushroom

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How to Use

Shake well before use.
Oily skin: Apply to clean, damp skin as your moisturizer. Follow with SPF.

Normal/Dry/Sensitive skin: Apply to clean, damp skin then follow with Shield and/or cream moisture. Always use SPF.

May be used both morning and evening to provide water hydration to skin.

Ingredients

Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Propanediol, Niacinamide, Panthenol (D), Polysorbate 20, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate,1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium PCA, Caprylyl Glycol, Malic Acid (L), Mandelic Acid (L), Acacia Senegal Gum, Tremella Fuciformis, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Sodium Gluconate, Xanthan Gum, Bisabolol (L-alpha), Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Tropolone, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Alcohol

Recycling

1. Separate bottle components. Carefully remove dropper from aluminum cap and silicone bulb.
2. Rinse glass bottle and dropper thoroughly.
3. No need to remove label.
4. All parts are suitable for residential, curbside recycling programs.

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Why it works

Used in beauty preparations for hundreds of years, snow mushroom deeply hydrates and boosts collagen production. Glycerin, a humectant, attracts and holds in water for further hydration. Mandelic acid, a gentle AHA, smooths skin and leaves it soft to the touch.

Always

Esthetician-developed
Made in the USA
Vegan-friendly
Plant-based
Cruelty-free
No plastic beads

“The Power Of Mushrooms.”

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Customer Reviews

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dina pezzimenti
Amazing products!

Grit and Quench…. I have very dry skin and cells that love to build up. The texture of both of these products are so luxurious without any messy residues. And the feeling and look afterward of clean, bumps & buildup free, and hydrated. I’m loving this stuff.

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C.C.

Im on my third reorder. I love all of the cult of reason products.

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Alexandra Bokinsky
Quench

Love it!

Yay! Thanks for being a loyal customer -- there's no higher compliment than a subscription buyer.

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Becky

Amazing product. More than worth the price. Smells and feels amazing; hydrates better than any lotion I’ve tried.

Thank you so much for the kind review. Loving that it's doing the job for you!

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Sam Albrecht
Delighted Customer, repeated purchase

The quench product is the absolute favorite preference by my wife. This year we purchased two as the product and delivery surpasses expectations! We will visit Cult of Reason again in the future.

I can't think of anything more affirming than a multi-purchase repeat friend. Truly, it makes my day to know you and your wife trust these products enough to keep restocking. Thank you. Cheers to a more hydrated future!