Restore & Renew Firming Serum

Brand price

USD 36.99 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site

From the brand

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

Key Ingredients

• Fatty alcohol1

  Waxy fatty alcohols used as emollients and thickeners; unrelated to drying alcohol.

  Cetearyl Alcohol

• Vitamin E2

  Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.

  Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate

• PHA1

  Polyhydroxy acids — larger and milder than AHAs.

  Gluconolactone

• Vitamin C derivative (stable)1

  Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

• Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1

  Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.

  Polysorbate 20

• Retinoid1

  Vitamin A derivatives that speed cell turnover.

  Retinyl Palmitate

• Hyaluronic acid1

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

  Sodium Hyaluronate

• Vitamin C1

  Vitamin C in any form: an antioxidant and brightener.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

• Peptides2

  Short amino-acid chains used as signalling actives.

  Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

Benefits

• Hydrating9

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Gluconolactone, Glycerin, Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol

• Barrier Repair11

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Caprylyl Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cholesterol, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Glycerin, Isononyl Isononanoate, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Phytosphingosine, Propylene Glycol, Tocopherol

• Reduces Irritation1

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

  Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7

• Anti-Aging3

  Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.

  Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Retinyl Palmitate

• Firming2

  Supports elasticity and bounce.

  Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

• Smoothing8

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Caprylyl Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cholesterol, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Isononyl Isononanoate, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Retinyl Palmitate

• Brightening1

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

• Dark Spots1

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

• Acne Fighting1

  Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.

  Retinyl Palmitate

• Oil Control1

  Reduces shine and excess sebum.

  Retinyl Palmitate

• Exfoliating1

  Lifts dead surface cells to smooth texture.

  Gluconolactone

• Antioxidant3

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate

• Anti-Pollution5

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Dimethicone, Glycerin, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne4

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Cetearyl Alcohol, Retinyl Palmitate, Sorbitan Laurate, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis12

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester, Ceramide 1, Ceramide 3, Ceramide 6 Ii, Cetearyl Alcohol, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Phytosphingosine, Polysorbate 20, Retinyl Palmitate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Sorbitan Laurate

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris4

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Cetearyl Alcohol, Retinyl Palmitate, Sorbitan Laurate, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Irritation4

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Parfum, Retinyl Palmitate, Sorbitan Laurate, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Eczema1

  May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.

  Parfum

• May Worsen Rosacea1

  Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.

  Parfum

Dupes

• No7 Lift & Luminate Brighten & Smooth Serum93% match
• No7 Menopause Skincare Instant Radiance Serum75% match
• No7 Protect & Perfect Wrinkle Reducing Serum72% match
• No7 Future Renew™ Damage Reversal Serum69% match
• No7 Future Renew™ Damage Reversal Night Serum68% match
• No7 Laboratories Line Correcting Booster Serum66% match