Dr. Althea 0.1% Gentle Retinol Serum

A gentle serum with Retinol and Bakuchiol, formulated to be suitable even for sensitive skin and acne-prone skin.

A light-weight, fast-absorbing retinol serum that helps fade post-acne marks and refine skin texture without a greasy feel.

Effects:
Retinol helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles and minimize pores, while Bakuchiol helps to improve skin firmness and elasticity. 

Key Benefits

• Fades post-acne marks and hyperpigmentation for a more even skin tone
• Refines skin texture and minimises the appearance of pores
• Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
• Improves skin firmness and elasticity
• Lightweight and fast-absorbing — no greasy feel
• Gentle enough for sensitive and acne-prone skin

Key Ingredients:

• Retinol — accelerates cell turnover to reduce wrinkles, minimise pores, and fade acne marks
• Bakuchiol — a plant-based retinol alternative that improves firmness and elasticity with less irritation
• Panthenol (Vitamin B5) — soothes and deeply hydrates, supporting skin barrier recovery
• Allantoin — calms irritation and promotes gentle skin renewal
• Birch Juice (Betula Alba) — a hydrating, antioxidant-rich botanical water
• Chamomile & Lavender Extracts — soothe sensitive skin and reduce redness
• Tocopherol (Vitamin E) — antioxidant protection against environmental damage

How to Use:

1. Gently cleanse your face.
2. Apply retinol at night on a clean, dry face, starting with 1-2 times a week and gradually increasing frequency as your skin adjusts.
3. Finish with sunscreen during the day as retinol increases sun sensitivity.

Ingredients:

Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Dibutyl Adipate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Betula Alba Juice, Retinol, Bakuchiol, Polyisobutene, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Disodium Edta, Sorbitan Isostearate, PVM/MA Copolymer, Sorbitan Oleate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Hyacinthus Orientalis (Hyacinth) Extract, Borago Officinalis Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract, Salvia Sclarea (Clary) Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract, Tocopherol

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