5% RETINOL GEL

This is the highest potency Retinol you can get without a prescription. It's designed to not cause discomfort, and have a strong regenerative impact.

High Potency Without Prescription: It offers a 5% retinol concentration, claimed to match the potency of prescription-strength retinoic acid (like 0.05% Retin-A), but without requiring a prescription. This makes it unusually strong for an over-the-counter product.

Fat-Soluble Vitamin C Blend: The gel combines retinol with tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, a stable, oil-soluble form of Vitamin C. This ingredient is said to reduce irritation, support healing, and boost collagen production, enhancing the formula’s effectiveness and tolerability compared to typical retinol products.

Minimalist, Active-Only Formula: Developed by pharmacist Benjamin Knight Fuchs, the product uses 100% active ingredients, free of fillers, preservatives, waxes, or fragrances. This ensures maximum potency and minimizes potential irritants, unlike many skincare products that include inactive components.

Targeted for Resilient Skin: It’s designed specifically for thicker, tolerant skin types or experienced retinol users, addressing aging, wrinkles, discoloration, and blemishes aggressively. The brand recommends starting with their 1% retinol for beginners, highlighting the 5% gel’s intensity.

Transdermal Delivery System: The formula is engineered for efficient skin penetration, using ingredients like medium chain triglycerides and glyceryl esters to enhance absorption. This aims to deliver visible results—like smoother texture, brighter tone, and reduced breakouts—faster.

Multi-Benefit Action: Beyond exfoliation, it stimulates collagen and elastin, supports cell turnover, and enhances natural moisture factors, aiming to tighten, brighten, and clear skin comprehensively.

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