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AUTEUR Skincare Definitive Retinol Serum 30ML
AUTEUR Definitive Retinol Serum, encapsulated retinol texture
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Definitive Retinol Serum

Brightening and Refining Treatment

A high-active, brightening retinol serum for overnight use that delivers visibly refreshed, smoother skin. Reinvigorate the skin’s natural functions and appearance with a powerful combination of Encapsulated Retinol (Vitamin A) and Bakuchiol that stimulate cellular turnover, reduce the appearance of hyperpigmentation and lines, and restore radiance. Skin soothing Ceramides and AUTEUR Hyaluronic Complex protect the lipid barrier and maintain optimal levels of hydration while keeping skin free of irritation. 

Lactic and Glycolic Acids gently resurface skin, improving texture. Active Ceramide Complex forms a protective barrier to reduce transepidermal water loss, capturing and binding water that is necessary for the skin to maintain its optimal hydration level. A rich combination of antioxidants including Squalane and Green Tea scavenge free radicals caused by UV and environmental damage. Skin appears brighter while cellular energy is restored, and skin is able to maintain a healthier function and smoother appearance. 

Fragrance free. Made in Germany.

$340

Benefits

  • Refine skin's texture
  • Restore a brighter, more even skin tone
  • Antioxidants reduce free radical damage
Contains Retinol
Radiance
Tone and Texture
Wrinkles and Fine Lines
Vegan
Fragrance Free
Made in Germany

Key High-Active Ingredients

  • Encapsulated Retinol
  • Bakuchiol
  • Kahai Oil
  • Ceramide Complex
  • Allantoin
  • Lactic Acid
  • Hyaluronic Complex
  • BIOPLASMA™ FA

How to apply

Apply 2 - 3 pumps across the face, neck and décolleté. Follow with your choice of AUTEUR Creams.

When to use

Retinol Serum is an overnight treatment product. Work into your evening routine every other night, or 3 times weekly (alternating with a hydration-focused routine). Work up to more frequent use as the skin adjusts to this concentrated fornula.

Works well with

Compatible with all AUTEUR products. May be layered over Hyaluron Activator (for more hydration) or Line Serum (to target and smooth lines). Retinol Serum should not be layered with Composition No. 1 (which contains Retinol), or any other products containing retinol. More sensitive skin types should avoid using this in the same routine as products that are acid or enzyme focused, until skin compatability is assessed.

Additional Notes

Retinols may make skin more sensitive to UV exposure. Please avoid direct sun exposure and use UV protection while using this product.

High-active regenerative serum refreshes skin overnight with a combination of AHAs, Encapsulated Retinol, and Bakuchiol. Accelerate cellular renewal, reduce the appearance of hyperpigmentation and uneven tone and support the formation of new collagen for smoother, brighter skin.
Overnight refining and skin brightening serum
Benefits Overnight refining and skin brightening serum

Refine skin's texture

Lactic and glycolic acids resurface skin overnight for a smoother finish

Restore a brighter, more even skin tone

Encapsulated Retinol and Bakuchiol work synergistically to stimulate skin cell turn over and reduce the appearance of hyperpigmentation and lines

Antioxidants reduce free radical damage

Green Tea Extract and Squalane reduce signs of damage including fine lines, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation

More active ingredients for better efficacy
Active Ingredients More active ingredients for better efficacy

Bakuchiol

A natural and more potent alternative to traditional retinol, proven to boost collagen production, reduce wrinkles and hyperpigmentation, and scavenge free-radicals

Encapsulated Retinol

Stabilised Vitamin A that accelerates cellular turnover to reduce lines, wrinkles and hyperpigmentation and reveal a healthy glow

BIOPLASMA™ FA

Reduces skin damage caused by UV and environmental factors including wrinkle depth and promotes cellular activity and repair functions

Ceramide Complex

Complex of skin-identical Ceramides I, II, III, IV, VI protect skin's barrier and prevent moisture loss

Hyaluronic Complex

Five micro-low to high molecular weights of Hyaluronic Acid deliver comprehensive hydration

Kahai Oil

Lightweight oil rich in vitamins, linoleic acid, oleic acid and retinol, enhancing skin's barrier functions

Allantoin

Naturally-occuring protective compound with exfoliating, hydrating and anti-inflammatory properties

Lactic Acid

Gently exfoliating AHA, refines texture and restores radiance

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All Ingredients

Definitive Retinol Serum

Aqua/Water, Glycerin, Caryodendron Orinocense Seed Oil, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Candelilla/Jojoba/Rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters, Panthenol, Glycolic Acid, Bakuchiol, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Squalane, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Lactic Acid, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract, Allantoin, Bis-Glyceryl Ascorbate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Butylene Glycol, Dimethiconol, Xanthan Gum, Sclerotium Gum, Lecithin, Pullulan, Retinol, Pentylene Glycol, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Pantolactone, Silica, Plankton Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Arginine Ferulate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract, Ceramide NP, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Dipropylene Glycol, Sucrose Distearate, Cholesterol, Ceramide AP, Ceramide AS, Ceramide NS, Ceramide EOP, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Epigallocatechin Gallate

Usage and  Application Guidance
Usage and Application Guidance

How to apply

Apply 2 - 3 pumps across the face, neck and décolleté. Follow with your choice of AUTEUR Creams.

When to use

Retinol Serum is an overnight treatment product. Work into your evening routine every other night, or 3 times weekly (alternating with a hydration-focused routine). Work up to more frequent use as the skin adjusts to this concentrated fornula.

Works well with

Compatible with all AUTEUR products. May be layered over Hyaluron Activator (for more hydration) or Line Serum (to target and smooth lines). Retinol Serum should not be layered with Composition No. 1 (which contains Retinol), or any other products containing retinol. More sensitive skin types should avoid using this in the same routine as products that are acid or enzyme focused, until skin compatability is assessed.

Additional Notes

Retinols may make skin more sensitive to UV exposure. Please avoid direct sun exposure and use UV protection while using this product.

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