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Retinol 1% In Squalane

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Retinol 1% In Squalane

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Full ingredient list

Intelligent Retinol

Retinol 1% In Squalane

No. of common ingredients = 0
Total Number of ingredients = 14	Total Number of ingredients = 8
Squalane, caprylic/capric triglyceride, carthamus tinctorius (safflower) seed oil, dimethicone, ppg-12/smdi copolymer, tocopheryl acetate, retinol, climbazole, pogostemon cablin leaf oil, decylene glycol, phenoxyethanol, 1,2-hexanediol, bht, lecithin. 4	Squalane, caprylic/capric triglyceride, simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil, retinol, solanum lycopersicum (tomato) fruit extract, rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract, hydroxymethoxyphenyl decanone, bht

Notable ingredients

Intelligent Retinol

Retinol 1% In Squalane

Anti-acne: Retinol

Skin brightening: Retinol

Antioxidant: Bht, Carthamus tinctorius (safflower) seed oil, Tocopheryl acetate

Anti-acne: Retinol

Soothing: Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract

Skin brightening: Retinol

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Ingredients with their functions

Intelligent Retinol

Retinol 1% In Squalane

1

Function: Emollient/Moisturizer, Skin conditioning

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

2

Caprylic/capric triglyceride

Also-called: Caprylic Capric Triglyceride | Function: Occlusive/Moisturizer, Skin conditioning, Solvent

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

3

Carthamus tinctorius (safflower) seed oil

Also-called: Safflower Seed Oil | Function: Emollient/Moisturizer, Skin conditioning, Antioxidant

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

4

Function: Emollient/Moisturizer, Skin protecting, Skin conditioning

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

5

Ppg-12/smdi copolymer

Function: Emollient/Moisturizer, Film forming, Skin conditioning

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

6

Tocopheryl acetate

Also-called: Tocopherol acetate, Vitamin E Acetate | Function: Skin conditioning, Antioxidant

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

7

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.

8

Function: Preservative, Anti-dandruff, Anti-microbial

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

9

Pogostemon cablin leaf oil

Also-called: Patchouli Essential Oil, Patchouli Oil | Function: Masking

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

10

Decylene glycol

Function: Skin conditioning

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

11

Function: Preservative, Anti-microbial

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

12

Function: Skin conditioning, Solvent

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

13

Also-called: Butylated Hydroxy Toluene | Function: Preservative, Antioxidant

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

14

Function: Emollient/Moisturizer, Surfactant/Cleansing, Skin conditioning

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

1

Function: Emollient/Moisturizer, Skin conditioning

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

2

Caprylic/capric triglyceride

Also-called: Caprylic Capric Triglyceride | Function: Occlusive/Moisturizer, Skin conditioning, Solvent

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

3

Simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil

Also-called: Jojoba Seed Oil, Jojoba Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Oil | Function: Emollient/Moisturizer, Skin conditioning

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

4

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.

5

Solanum lycopersicum (tomato) fruit extract

Function: Antioxidant

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

6

Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract

Also-called: Rosemary leaf extract | Function: Soothing, Skin conditioning, Antioxidant, Anti-microbial

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

7

Hydroxymethoxyphenyl decanone

Function: Skin conditioning

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

8

Also-called: Butylated Hydroxy Toluene | Function: Preservative, Antioxidant

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

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Price range

Intelligent Retinol

Retinol 1% In Squalane

$20 to $50

less than $20

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