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Celimax
The Vita A Retinol Shot Tightening Serum
A serum built around Panthenol and Vitamin E, for hydration and barrier repair.
Brand price
USD 23.40 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
From the brand
What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.
The brand recommends it for
- Dry skin
- Sensitive skin
- Fine lines & wrinkles
- Large pores
- Uneven texture
How to use
1. If you are new to using retinol or retinal, apply it every other night for the first two weeks. 2. Apply a small amount to the targeted areas. If irritation occurs, reduce the amount and frequency, and use a moisturizer containing soothing ingredients to alleviate irritation. 3. The morning after using retinol, ensure you apply sunscreen as the final step in your skincare routine to protect your skin. 4. Once your skin has adjusted to retinol or retinal, you can use it every evening. 5. Apply an appropriate amount evenly over your entire face.
Caution
While the ingredients are clean and safe, some may have varying effects on different skin types, and results may differ from person to person. We recommend reviewing the full ingredient list before purchasing. Performing a small patch test prior to application is highly recommended for safety. Due to its highly effective formula, it is normal to experience a slight tingling sensation during use. If you have sensitive skin, be sure to perform a patch test before use, and don't forget to wear sunscreen during the day.
What's inside
Ingredients List
14 trigger at least one check · 28 trigger none
- Panthenol (provitamin B5)
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- Reduces Irritation
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- Possibly animal-derived
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Key Ingredients
Peptides2
Short amino-acid chains used as signalling actives.
Benefits
Hydrating10
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glucose, Glycerin, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Panthenol, Tocopherol
Barrier Repair10
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Panthenol, Tocopherol, Tridecane, Tripeptide-1, Undecane
Anti-Aging5
Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Adenosine, Copper Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Retinol
Firming5
Supports elasticity and bounce.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Adenosine, Copper Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Retinol
Smoothing7
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Allantoin, Glyceryl Stearate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Retinol, Tridecane, Undecane
Anti-Pollution4
Helps defend against airborne pollutants.
Concerns
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis11
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, C14-22 Alcohols, Glyceryl Stearate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Lauryl Glucoside, Myristyl Glucoside, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate
Ingredients Explained
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Water
Antiplaque, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Learn more about Water →Methylpropanediol
Solvent
2-Methyl-1,3-propanediol
Learn more about Methylpropanediol →Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
Learn more about Glycerin →1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning, Solvent
We don't have a description for 1,2-Hexanediol yet.
Learn more about 1,2-Hexanediol →Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Fragrance, Perfuming, Occlusive, Solvent
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is the mixed triester of glycerin and caprylic and capric acids.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride →Panthenol
Antistatic, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning
Panthenol is panthenol (provitamin B5).
Learn more about Panthenol →Polypropylsilsesquioxane
Film Forming
Polypropylsilsesquioxane is a silicone.
Learn more about Polypropylsilsesquioxane →C14-22 Alcohols
Emulsion Stabilising
C14-22 Alcohols isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about C14-22 Alcohols →Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient, Emulsifying
Glyceryl Stearate may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
Learn more about Glyceryl Stearate →Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Viscosity Controlling
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer is a copolymer of ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate and vinylpyrrolidone monomers
Learn more about Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer →
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