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What the ingredients say
Read from the label order, stated amounts and each ingredient’s clinical evidence
Retinol, with clinical evidence for lines·dark spots, is in at 0.5%, as the product name states.
- no fragrance
Best-supported ingredient per concern
- LinesRetinolevidence A0.5% in name · study amount
- Dark spotsRetinolevidence B+0.5% in name · study amount
- FirmnessRetinolevidence C0.5% in name · study amount
- DrynessSqualaneevidence Clikely enough
Evidence-graded ingredients and how much is in
The product name states 0.5% — the amount studies used (0.1–1%).
Lines A · Dark spots B+ · Firmness C · Blemishes D · Pores D
No amount is stated. Judging by 17 products that state it at this place on the label, the chance it reaches the amount studies used is about 86%.
Dryness C
How this was read
Labels list ingredients above 1% from most to least, then those at 1% or less in any order. A product filed with Korea's MFDS as functional is read as holding the notified amount of its efficacy ingredient when the label carries only one for that effect, and anything listed before an ingredient of known amount as holding at least that much. Amounts in the product name or official description are used only where the label order allows them. Where no amount is stated, the chance of reaching the study amount comes from other products that state the same ingredient at the same place on their labels. Evidence grades were set by reading each ingredient's studies.
- A
- several randomised trials or a meta-analysis
- B
- one or two randomised trials
- C
- uncontrolled or multi-ingredient studies
- D
- lab work or a record only
A reading of ingredient evidence and the label, not a guarantee that this product works.
Ingredients
Full ingredient list as published on the official product page, in descending order of content.
All 8 ingredients at a glance
Colours follow each ingredient’s use (CosIng functions); the bar counts names. Not amounts, not a safety score.
Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Retinol, Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone, BHT
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How to use
Directions and cautions found on the package or public product information.
- Directions
- Apply a few drops to the face in the evening. Do not use with other retinoid products. Use sun protection during the day. Caution: Retinol can cause irritation, redness, and peeling, especially around the eyes and mouth, in the early stages of use while skin builds tolerance. Refrigerate after opening. If irritation occurs, rinse off, cease use, and consult a physician. Use only as directed on unbroken skin. Patch testing prior to use is advised. Keep out of reach of children.
- Warnings
- Sun Sensitivity: Retinoids can make the skin more sensitive to UV radiation. Sun protection is particularly important when using retinoids. Product Pairing: This product must not be used in conjunction with other retinoids, including retinol or retinoic acid. This product is not a treatment for acne. When pregnant or breastfeeding , it is recommended to avoid any skincare products containing retinoids such as formulations with Granactive Retinoid or Retinol. Storage: Once opened, this formulation should be refrigerated and used within a three-month period.
