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Retinol Concentrated Serum

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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare
Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Texture Renewal Serum

Product category and function

Retinol Concentrated Serum

Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Texture Renewal Serum

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Ingredient highlights

Retinol Concentrated Serum

Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Texture Renewal Serum

Ingredient info	Ingredient info
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Full ingredient list

Retinol Concentrated Serum

Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Texture Renewal Serum

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Purified water, glycerin, retinol, bakuchiol, astaxanthin, sodium hyaluronate, punica granatum fruit extract, aspalathus linearis extract, allantoin, sodium pca, phospholipids, caprylic/capric triglyceride, carbomer, leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, potassium hydroxide, potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate, polysorbate 20, phenoxyethanol 14	Water/aqua/eau, propylene glycol, dimethyl isosorbide, polyglyceryl-10 laurate, glycerin, ethoxydiglycol, lactic acid, hydroxypropyl starch phosphate, mandelic acid, retinol, bakuchiol, nephelium lappaceum leaf extract, ferulic acid, squalane, linoleic acid, salicylic acid, salix alba (willow) bark extract, phospholipids, soy isoflavones, sodium hyaluronate, saccharide isomerate, ubiquinone, sodium pca, hexylresorcinol, quercetin, adenosine, morus alba bark extract, panthenol, glycolic acid, maltodextrin, xanthan gum, leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, caprylic/capric triglyceride, potassium hydroxide, polysorbate 20, sodium phytate, citric acid, sodium citrate, phenoxyethanol, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate.

No. of common ingredients = 0

Total Number of ingredients = 19

Total Number of ingredients = 41

Purified water, glycerin, retinol, bakuchiol, astaxanthin, sodium hyaluronate, punica granatum fruit extract, aspalathus linearis extract, allantoin, sodium pca, phospholipids, caprylic/capric triglyceride, carbomer, leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, potassium hydroxide, potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate, polysorbate 20, phenoxyethanol

Water/aqua/eau, propylene glycol, dimethyl isosorbide, polyglyceryl-10 laurate, glycerin, ethoxydiglycol, lactic acid, hydroxypropyl starch phosphate, mandelic acid, retinol, bakuchiol, nephelium lappaceum leaf extract, ferulic acid, squalane, linoleic acid, salicylic acid, salix alba (willow) bark extract, phospholipids, soy isoflavones, sodium hyaluronate, saccharide isomerate, ubiquinone, sodium pca, hexylresorcinol, quercetin, adenosine, morus alba bark extract, panthenol, glycolic acid, maltodextrin, xanthan gum, leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, caprylic/capric triglyceride, potassium hydroxide, polysorbate 20, sodium phytate, citric acid, sodium citrate, phenoxyethanol, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate.

Notable ingredients

Retinol Concentrated Serum

Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Texture Renewal Serum

Anti-acne: Retinol

Soothing: Allantoin

Skin brightening: Retinol

Anti-acne: Retinol, Salicylic acid

Soothing: Salix alba (willow) bark extract, Panthenol

Skin brightening: Retinol

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Ingredients with their functions

Retinol Concentrated Serum

Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Texture Renewal Serum

Purified water

Also-called: Aqua, Aqua/Water, Water/Aqua/Eau, Aqua/Water/Eau | Function: Skin conditioning, Solvent

Water serves as a fundamental component in skincare products, often listed as the first ingredient, which means it's the most abundant. It acts as a solvent, helping to dissolve other ingredients and facilitate the application and absorption of products.

Glycerin

Also-called: Glycerol | Function: Skin-identical ingredient, Viscosity controlling, Skin protecting, Skin conditioning, Humectant/Moisturizer, Solvent

We don’t have a detailed description of this ingredient yet.

Retinol

Also-called: Vitamin A | Function: Anti-acne, Skin conditioning, Skin brightening, Cell-signaling ingredient

Retinol is a synthetic derivative of Vitamin A and is commonly found in skincare products. It works by increasing cell turnover and promoting the production of collagen, resulting in smoother, refined skin texture and reduced acne breakouts. It also helps fade dark spots and improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. However, pregnant women should avoid using retinol due to potential risks. Side effects may include irritation, redness, dryness, peeling, and burning, but these can be minimized by adjusting usage frequency and using a moisturizer. If symptoms persist or worsen, it's advisable to consult a healthcare provider.