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Dr. Althea
0.1% Gentle Retinol Serum
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AlumierMD
Retinol Resurfacing Serum 1.0

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Product category and function

0.1% Gentle Retinol Serum
Retinol Resurfacing Serum 1.0
Retinoid Serums/Creams Retinoid Serums/Creams
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Ingredient highlights

0.1% Gentle Retinol Serum
Retinol Resurfacing Serum 1.0
Ingredient info Ingredient info

Alcohol-free

Paraben-free

SLS-free

Mica-free

Fragrance-free

cruelty-free

Alcohol-free

Paraben-free

SLS-free

Mica-free

Fragrance-free

cruelty-free

Full ingredient list

0.1% Gentle Retinol Serum
Retinol Resurfacing Serum 1.0
No. of common ingredients = 0
Total Number of ingredients = 32 Total Number of ingredients = 39
Water, glycerin, butylene glycol, dibutyl adipate, 1,2-hexanediol, panthenol, glycine soja (soybean) oil, hydrogenated lecithin, caprylic/capric triglyceride, polyglyceryl-3 methylglucose distearate, sodium polyacrylate, hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, betula alba juice, retinol, bakuchiol, polyisobutene, ethylhexylglycerin, allantoin, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, disodium edta, sorbitan isostearate, pvm/ma copolymer, sorbitan oleate, caprylyl/capryl glucoside, hyacinthus orientalis (hyacinth) extract, borago officinalis extract, chamomilla recutita (matricaria) flower extract, centaurea cyanus flower extract, salvia sclarea (clary) extract, lavandula angustifolia (lavender) flower extract, tocopherol. Retinol (1%, microencapsulated), water/aqua/eau, glycerin, isononyl isononanoate, butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, caprylic/capric triglyceride, propanediol, lentinus edodes mycelium extract, sodium acrylates copolymer, butylene glycol, niacinamide, oligopeptide-68, tetrapeptide-14, palmitoyl tripeptide-38, sodium hyaluronate, phenylethyl resorcinol, phyllanthus emblica fruit extract, aspalathus linearis (rooibos) extract, boswellia serrata extract, honey extract (extrait de meil), glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice) root extract, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, allantoin, lecithin, hydrogenated lecithin, hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, sodium hydroxide, hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin, caprylyl glycol, sodium levulinate, sodium oleate, glycine soja (soybean) oil, calcium gluconate, silicon dioxide, sodium chloride, sorbitan isostearate, gluconolactone, disodium edta, sodium benzoate

Notable ingredients

0.1% Gentle Retinol Serum
Retinol Resurfacing Serum 1.0

Anti-acne: Retinol

Soothing: Allantoin, Panthenol, Salvia sclarea (clary) extract, Chamomilla recutita (matricaria) flower extract

Skin brightening: Retinol

Anti-acne: Niacinamide, Retinol (1%, microencapsulated)

Soothing: Niacinamide, Allantoin, Glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice) root extract

Skin brightening: Niacinamide, Retinol (1%, microencapsulated)

Ingredients with their functions

0.1% Gentle Retinol Serum
Retinol Resurfacing Serum 1.0

1

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.

2

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.

3

Butylene glycol

Function: Viscosity controlling, Skin conditioning, Humectant/Moisturizer, Solvent

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

1

Retinol (1%, microencapsulated)

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.

2

Water/aqua/eau

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.

3

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.

Price range

0.1% Gentle Retinol Serum
Retinol Resurfacing Serum 1.0
$20 to $50
more than $100

Where to buy

0.1% Gentle Retinol Serum
Retinol Resurfacing Serum 1.0

Near dupes

0.1% Gentle Retinol Serum
Retinol Resurfacing Serum 1.0

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1.

Laneige Perfect Renew Youth Retinol

2.

Cosrx The Retinol 0.3 Cream

3.

Laneige Perfect Renew Youth Retinol Pro

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1.

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