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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare
Hyaluronic Marine Hydration Booster

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Retinol Concentrated Serum

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Hyaluronic Marine Hydration Booster

Retinol Concentrated Serum

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Ingredient highlights

Hyaluronic Marine Hydration Booster

Retinol Concentrated Serum

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Full ingredient list

Hyaluronic Marine Hydration Booster

Retinol Concentrated Serum

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Oenothera biennis (evening primrose) flower/leaf/stem extract, water/aqua/eau, glycerin, saccharide isomerate, sodium hyaluronate, caulerpa lentillifera extract, yucca aloifolia leaf/root extract, linoleic acid, centella asiatica extract, cucumis sativus (cucumber) fruit extract, ceramide ap, ceramide eop, ceramide np, citrullus lanatus (watermelon) fruit extract, glycolic acid, lactic acid, collagen amino acids, camellia sinensis leaf extract, quercetin caprylate, cocos nucifera (coconut) fruit juice, chamomilla recutita (matricaria) flower extract, glycine soja (soybean) extract, retinol, tocopheryl acetate, symphytum officinale extract, tetrapeptide-21, copper pca, sodium pca, urea, bisabolol, leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, phytosphingosine, zinc pca, butylene glycol, ethylhexylglycerin, caprylic/capric triglyceride, sodium lauroyl lactylate, octoxynol-9, glyceryl oleate, polysorbate 20, carbomer, cholesterol, xanthan gum, silica dimethyl silylate, disodium edta, citric acid, potassium hydroxide, sodium citrate, potassium sorbate, phenoxyethanol, sodium benzoate, fragrance (parfum) 13	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

No. of common ingredients = 0

Total Number of ingredients = 52

Total Number of ingredients = 19

Oenothera biennis (evening primrose) flower/leaf/stem extract, water/aqua/eau, glycerin, saccharide isomerate, sodium hyaluronate, caulerpa lentillifera extract, yucca aloifolia leaf/root extract, linoleic acid, centella asiatica extract, cucumis sativus (cucumber) fruit extract, ceramide ap, ceramide eop, ceramide np, citrullus lanatus (watermelon) fruit extract, glycolic acid, lactic acid, collagen amino acids, camellia sinensis leaf extract, quercetin caprylate, cocos nucifera (coconut) fruit juice, chamomilla recutita (matricaria) flower extract, glycine soja (soybean) extract, retinol, tocopheryl acetate, symphytum officinale extract, tetrapeptide-21, copper pca, sodium pca, urea, bisabolol, leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, phytosphingosine, zinc pca, butylene glycol, ethylhexylglycerin, caprylic/capric triglyceride, sodium lauroyl lactylate, octoxynol-9, glyceryl oleate, polysorbate 20, carbomer, cholesterol, xanthan gum, silica dimethyl silylate, disodium edta, citric acid, potassium hydroxide, sodium citrate, potassium sorbate, phenoxyethanol, sodium benzoate, fragrance (parfum)

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

Notable ingredients

Hyaluronic Marine Hydration Booster

Retinol Concentrated Serum

Anti-acne: Retinol

Soothing: Bisabolol, Centella asiatica extract, Chamomilla recutita (matricaria) flower extract

Skin brightening: Retinol

Anti-acne: Retinol

Soothing: Allantoin

Skin brightening: Retinol

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Ingredients with their functions

Hyaluronic Marine Hydration Booster

Retinol Concentrated Serum

Oenothera biennis (evening primrose) flower/leaf/stem extract

Function: Skin conditioning

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

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.

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.

Purified water

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

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.