Gentle Retinol Salicylic Acne Serum

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USD 34.00 · 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

• Ceramide1

  Skin-identical lipids that hold the barrier together.

  Ceramide NP

• Vitamin E2

  Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.

  Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate

• Centella asiatica (Cica)3

  Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.

  Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid

• Retinoid1

  Vitamin A derivatives that speed cell turnover.

  Retinol

• BHA1

  Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.

  Salicylic Acid

• Salicylic acid1

  The BHA used in acne treatment.

  Salicylic Acid

• Hyaluronic acid1

  Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.

  Hyaluronic Acid

• Niacinamide1

  Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.

  Niacinamide

Benefits

• Hydrating11

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Beta-Glucan, Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Seed Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ceramide NP, Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Hyaluronic Acid, Propanediol, Tocopherol

• Barrier Repair12

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Allantoin, Betaine, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Glycerin, Glycine Soja Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Niacinamide, Phytosphingosine, Tocopherol

• Reduces Irritation6

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

  Allantoin, Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside, Beta-Glucan, Madecassic Acid, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate

• Redness Reducing6

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Allantoin, Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Niacinamide, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate

• Anti-Aging2

  Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.

  Adenosine, Retinol

• Firming2

  Supports elasticity and bounce.

  Adenosine, Retinol

• Smoothing8

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Allantoin, Cholesterol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Glycine Soja Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Niacinamide, Retinol, Salicylic Acid

• Brightening1

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  Niacinamide

• Dark Spots2

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  Niacinamide, Retinol

• Even Tone1

  Evens out patchy or uneven colour.

  Niacinamide

• Acne Fighting3

  Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.

  Niacinamide, Retinol, Salicylic Acid

• Oil Control3

  Reduces shine and excess sebum.

  Niacinamide, Retinol, Salicylic Acid

• Pore Refining3

  Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.

  Niacinamide, Retinol, Salicylic Acid

• Exfoliating1

  Lifts dead surface cells to smooth texture.

  Salicylic Acid

• Antioxidant3

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  Asiaticoside, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate

• Anti-Pollution5

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Allantoin, Asiaticoside, Glycerin, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne3

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Glycine Soja Oil, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis8

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  Ceramide NP, Glycine Soja Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Phytosphingosine, Sodium Methyl Stearoyl Taurate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris3

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Glycine Soja Oil, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Oily Skin2

  May increase shine or excess oil.

  Glycine Soja Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

• May Worsen Irritation1

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Tocopherol

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