Retinol B3 Pure Retinol Serum

Brand price

USD 44.99 · checked 25 Sept 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

• Retinoid2

  Vitamin A derivatives that speed cell turnover.

  Retinol, Retinyl Palmitate

• AHA1

  Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.

  Citric Acid

• Hyaluronic acid1

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

  Sodium Hyaluronate

• Niacinamide1

  Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.

  Niacinamide

Benefits

• Hydrating4

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Dimethicone, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol

• Barrier Repair7

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Caprylyl Glycol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Glycine Soja Oil, Niacinamide, Tocopherol

• Redness Reducing1

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Niacinamide

• Anti-Aging3

  Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.

  Adenosine, Retinol, Retinyl Palmitate

• Firming2

  Supports elasticity and bounce.

  Adenosine, Retinol

• Smoothing8

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Cyclohexasiloxane, Dimethicone, Glycine Soja Oil, Niacinamide, Retinol, Retinyl Palmitate

• 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, Retinyl Palmitate

• Oil Control4

  Reduces shine and excess sebum.

  Alcohol Denat., Niacinamide, Retinol, Retinyl Palmitate

• Pore Refining3

  Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.

  Alcohol Denat., Niacinamide, Retinol

• Exfoliating1

  Lifts dead surface cells to smooth texture.

  Citric Acid

• Antioxidant1

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  Tocopherol

• Anti-Pollution3

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Dimethicone, Glycerin, Tocopherol

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne3

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Glycine Soja Oil, Retinyl Palmitate, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis3

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  Glycine Soja Oil, PPG-6-DECYLTETRADECETH-30, Retinyl Palmitate

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris3

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Glycine Soja Oil, Retinyl Palmitate, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Oily Skin1

  May increase shine or excess oil.

  Glycine Soja Oil

• May Worsen Irritation4

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Alcohol Denat., Parfum, Retinyl Palmitate, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Eczema2

  May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.

  Alcohol Denat., Parfum

• May Worsen Rosacea2

  Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.

  Alcohol Denat., Parfum

• May Worsen Dryness1

  Can strip moisture and worsen dryness.

  Alcohol Denat.

Dupes

• La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Suractivated Serum with Hyaluronic Acid74% match
• La Roche-Posay Mela B3 Dark Spot Serum With Melasyl™ + Niacinamide74% match
• La Roche-Posay Mela B3 Double Dose Discoloration Treatment with Melasyl™73% match
• La Roche-Posay Vitamin C12 Serum73% match
• SkinCeuticals Hyaluronic Acid Intensifier Multi-Glycan70% match
• La Roche-Posay Vitamin C12 Oil Control Serum For Oily Skin69% match