PHYTO-RETINOL FIRM & SMOOTH CREAM

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Key Ingredients

• Fatty alcohol1

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

  Cetearyl Alcohol

• Ceramide1

  Skin-identical lipids that hold the barrier together.

  Ceramide NP

• Face oil1

  An oil formulated to be used on the face.

  Squalane

• Bakuchiol1

  A plant-derived ingredient studied as a retinol alternative.

  Bakuchiol

• Panthenol (provitamin B5)1

  Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.

  Panthenol

• Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)1

  Tannin-bearing astringents such as witch hazel.

  Hamamelis Virginiana Extract

• Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1

  Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.

  Polysorbate 20

• Retinoid1

  Vitamin A derivatives that speed cell turnover.

  Retinol

• 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

• Hydrating9

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ceramide NP, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Squalane

• Barrier Repair12

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Bakuchiol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Ceramide NP, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Squalane

• Reduces Irritation2

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

  Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Panthenol

• Redness Reducing1

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Niacinamide

• Anti-Aging2

  Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.

  Bakuchiol, Retinol

• Firming1

  Supports elasticity and bounce.

  Retinol

• Smoothing9

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Bakuchiol, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Niacinamide, Retinol, Squalane

• 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 Fighting2

  Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.

  Niacinamide, Retinol

• Oil Control3

  Reduces shine and excess sebum.

  Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Niacinamide, Retinol

• Pore Refining3

  Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.

  Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Niacinamide, Retinol

• Antioxidant6

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  Bakuchiol, BHA, BHT, Epigallocatechin Gallate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium Ascorbate

• Anti-Pollution7

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Bakuchiol, BHA, BHT, Epigallocatechin Gallate, Glycerin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium Ascorbate

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne2

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Cetearyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis8

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  Ceramide NP, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Hydrogenated Palm Acid, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Polysorbate 20

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris2

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Cetearyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil

• May Worsen Oily Skin2

  May increase shine or excess oil.

  Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Squalane

Dupes

• Rojukiss REJU-PDRN MOISTURE BOOST & LOCK GEL CREAM90% match
• Rojukiss CERAB12 SKIN RESET MOISTURIZER82% match
• VT Cosmetics Tx-toning Cream75% match
• Medicube Hyaluronic Acid Capsule Cream75% match
• Medicube TXA Niacinamide Capsule Cream71% match
• VT Cosmetics PDRN Capsule Cream71% match