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Retinol Concentrated Serum

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Encapsulated 0.5% Retinol Cream

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Retinol Concentrated Serum

Encapsulated 0.5% Retinol Cream

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Ingredient highlights

Retinol Concentrated Serum

Encapsulated 0.5% Retinol Cream

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Full ingredient list

Retinol Concentrated Serum

Encapsulated 0.5% Retinol Cream

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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 7	Water (aqua), carthamus tinctorius seed oil, cyclopentasiloxane, simmondsia chinensis seed oil, cetearyl alcohol, retinyl palmitate, polysorbate 60, squalane, retinol, sodium hyaluronate, tocopherol, dimethicone, polyacrylamide, c13-14 isoparaffin, caprylic/capric triglyceride, laureth-7, glycerin, polysorbate 20, cetyl palmitate, laureth-23, trideceth-6 phosphate, triethanolamine, ceramide 3, phenoxyethanol, ethylhexylglycerin

No. of common ingredients = 0

Total Number of ingredients = 19

Total Number of ingredients = 25

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), carthamus tinctorius seed oil, cyclopentasiloxane, simmondsia chinensis seed oil, cetearyl alcohol, retinyl palmitate, polysorbate 60, squalane, retinol, sodium hyaluronate, tocopherol, dimethicone, polyacrylamide, c13-14 isoparaffin, caprylic/capric triglyceride, laureth-7, glycerin, polysorbate 20, cetyl palmitate, laureth-23, trideceth-6 phosphate, triethanolamine, ceramide 3, phenoxyethanol, ethylhexylglycerin

Notable ingredients

Retinol Concentrated Serum

Encapsulated 0.5% Retinol Cream

Anti-acne: Retinol

Soothing: Allantoin

Skin brightening: Retinol

Anti-acne: Retinol

Skin brightening: Retinol

Antioxidant: Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Tocopherol

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Ingredients with their functions

Retinol Concentrated Serum

Encapsulated 0.5% Retinol Cream

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.