smart response serum

Brand price

USD 158.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site

From the brand

What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.

Key Ingredients

• Vitamin E1

  Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.

  Tocopherol

• AHA2

  Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.

  Citric Acid, Lactic Acid

• Lactic acid1

  An AHA that also acts as a humectant.

  Lactic Acid

• Niacinamide1

  Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.

  Niacinamide

Benefits

• Hydrating11

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Jojoba Esters, Lactic Acid, Mannose, Olive Oil Decyl Esters, Sea Salt, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Mannose Phosphate, Tocopherol

• Barrier Repair12

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  C12-18 Acid Triglyceride, C18-36 Acid Triglyceride, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Jojoba Esters, Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Extract, Niacinamide, Olive Oil Decyl Esters, Prunus Amygdalus Amara Kernel Oil, Squalene, Tocopherol

• Reduces Irritation2

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

  Jojoba Esters, Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Extract

• Redness Reducing3

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Jojoba Esters, Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Extract, Niacinamide

• Smoothing9

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  C12-18 Acid Triglyceride, C18-36 Acid Triglyceride, Citric Acid, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Jojoba Esters, Lactic Acid, Niacinamide, Squalene

• Brightening2

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  Lactic Acid, Niacinamide

• Dark Spots1

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  Niacinamide

• Even Tone1

  Evens out patchy or uneven colour.

  Niacinamide

• Acne Fighting1

  Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.

  Niacinamide

• Oil Control2

  Reduces shine and excess sebum.

  Bentonite, Niacinamide

• Pore Refining1

  Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.

  Niacinamide

• Exfoliating2

  Lifts dead surface cells to smooth texture.

  Citric Acid, Lactic Acid

• Antioxidant2

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  Hydroxyacetophenone, Tocopherol

• Anti-Pollution4

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Glycerin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Extract, Tocopherol

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne1

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Tocopherol

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis8

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  C12-18 Acid Triglyceride, C18-36 Acid Triglyceride, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Jojoba Esters, Olive Oil Decyl Esters, Phytosteryl Macadamiate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Tocopherol

• May Worsen Oily Skin1

  May increase shine or excess oil.

  Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

• May Worsen Irritation12

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Citronellol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Coumarin, Ferula Galbaniflua Resin Oil, Geraniol, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Limonene, Linalool, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Amara Kernel Oil, Tocopherol, Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil

• May Worsen Eczema11

  May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.

  Citronellol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Coumarin, Ferula Galbaniflua Resin Oil, Geraniol, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Limonene, Linalool, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Amara Kernel Oil, Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil

• May Worsen Rosacea11

  Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.

  Citronellol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Coumarin, Ferula Galbaniflua Resin Oil, Geraniol, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Limonene, Linalool, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Amara Kernel Oil, Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil

Dupes

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