No.3 Blue Bio-Retinol Pore Refining Serum

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USD 21.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site

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

Key Ingredients

• Vitamin E2

  Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.

  Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate

• Panthenol (provitamin B5)1

  Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.

  Panthenol

• Centella asiatica (Cica)2

  Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.

  Centella Asiatica Callus Extracellular Vesicles, Centella Asiatica Extract

• Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1

  Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.

  Polysorbate 20

• Retinoid1

  Vitamin A derivatives that speed cell turnover.

  Retinol

• AHA1

  Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.

  Citric Acid

• BHA1

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

  Salicylic Acid

• Salicylic acid1

  The BHA used in acne treatment.

  Salicylic Acid

• Niacinamide1

  Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.

  Niacinamide

• Copper peptides1

  Copper-bound peptides studied for repair and firmness.

  Copper Tripeptide-1

Benefits

• Hydrating11

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glucose, Glycereth-26, Glycerin, Glyceryl Glucoside, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Hydrolyzed Sclerotium Gum, Panthenol, Propanediol, Tocopherol

• Barrier Repair15

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Brassica Campestris Sterols, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Centella Asiatica Extract, Cholesterol, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Glycerin, Glycine Soja Oil, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Hydrolyzed Sclerotium Gum, Lecithin, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Tocopherol

• Reduces Irritation3

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

  Centella Asiatica Callus Extracellular Vesicles, Centella Asiatica Extract, Panthenol

• Redness Reducing3

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Centella Asiatica Callus Extracellular Vesicles, Centella Asiatica Extract, Niacinamide

• Anti-Aging3

  Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.

  Adenosine, Copper Tripeptide-1, Retinol

• Firming3

  Supports elasticity and bounce.

  Adenosine, Copper Tripeptide-1, Retinol

• Smoothing12

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Brassica Campestris Sterols, Centella Asiatica Extract, Cholesterol, Citric Acid, Glycine Soja Oil, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Lecithin, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Niacinamide, Retinol, Salicylic Acid

• Brightening2

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  Honokiol, Niacinamide

• Dark Spots3

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  Honokiol, Niacinamide, Retinol

• Even Tone2

  Evens out patchy or uneven colour.

  Honokiol, Niacinamide

• Acne Fighting3

  Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.

  Niacinamide, Retinol, Salicylic Acid

• Oil Control4

  Reduces shine and excess sebum.

  Calcium Chloride, Niacinamide, Retinol, Salicylic Acid

• Pore Refining4

  Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.

  Calcium Chloride, Niacinamide, Retinol, Salicylic Acid

• Exfoliating2

  Lifts dead surface cells to smooth texture.

  Citric Acid, Salicylic Acid

• Antioxidant5

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  Centella Asiatica Callus Extracellular Vesicles, Honokiol, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate

• Sun Protection1

  Filters UV to help prevent sun damage.

  Tris(Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol) Citrate

• Anti-Pollution8

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Centella Asiatica Callus Extracellular Vesicles, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Glycerin, Honokiol, Hydrolyzed Sclerotium Gum, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne2

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Glycine Soja Oil, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis11

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate, C12-14 Alketh-12, Glycine Soja Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Lecithin, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polysorbate 20, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, PPG-13-DECYLTETRADECETH-24

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris2

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Glycine Soja Oil, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Oily Skin2

  May increase shine or excess oil.

  Glycine Soja Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil

• May Worsen Irritation1

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Tocopherol

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