Runway by Christian Siriano

BEHIND THE SCENES - Skin Perfecting Essence

Product Description

Liquid Superfood for Modern Skin.

Behind the Scenes is not a toner. It is a bioactive skin-reset essence designed to nourish, balance, and prepare the skin for everything that follows.

Powered by a microalgae prebiotic superfood complex, this lightweight essence helps restore microbiome harmony, reduce the look of redness, replenish hydration, and reveal a smoother, more radiant complexion.

Think of it as an editorial-grade prep step that resets skin and unlocks the full potential of whatever comes next.

 

Size: 100 ml / 3.4 fl oz

 

Key Benefits

  • Resets and rebalances stressed skin

  • Supports microbiome harmony and barrier strength

  • Reduces the look of redness and visible irritation

  • Hydrates and refreshes without stripping

  • Preps skin for better layering with serum and moisturizer

Made in USA - Vegan - Cruelty-Free - Clean Formula

 

Clinical Results: Microalgae Prebiotic Superfood Complex

A freshwater biotechnology complex designed to help skin look calmer, more balanced, and better prepared for the rest of the routine. It supports a healthier-looking skin environment while delivering lightweight hydration and radiance.

  • +148% in 18 hours: growth factor activation*

  • +102% in 18 hours: skin revitalization*

  • +100% in 14 days: reported softer, smoother-feeling skin*

*Data from independent ingredient studies.

 

The Experience

Light as water, potent as a serum. This liquid treatment calms visible redness, rebalances the microbiome, and restores glow with every press. It is not about stripping. It is about reviving.

 

How to Use

After cleansing, pour a few drops into palms or onto a cotton pad. Press gently into the face and neck. Use morning and night, or anytime skin needs a quick revival.

Pro Tip: Apply immediately after cleansing, before serum, to maximize hydration and prep skin for the treatments that follow.

 

Supporting Actives

  • Ginseng Root Extract: Revives tired-looking skin.

  • Licorice Root: Brightens and helps even uneven tone.

  • Centella Asiatica: Calms and strengthens the look of stressed skin.

  • Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): Brightens, smooths texture, and refines uneven tone.

  • Sodium Hyaluronate: Lightweight hydration that plumps and smooths.

 

Full Ingredients

Aqua, Glycerin, Panax Ginseng Root Extract (Ginseng), Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract (Licorice Root), Centella Asiatica Extract (Centella), Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid), Propanediol, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract (Freshwater Algae), Lactic Acid, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (Aloe Vera), Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (Green Tea), Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract (Chamomile), Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract (Calendula), Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5), Allantoin, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil (Lavender Oil).