Retinol Resurfacing Complex
Time-released microcapsules of Retinol and Retinaldehyde, the two most potent retinoids without a prescription, are blended with the plant-derived Vitamin A alternative, Bakuchiol, the powerful skin rebuilding peptide, Matrixyl® Synthe’6™, and a retinoid/peptide booster for rapid surface rejuvenation and visible clearing of the skin
Actions
Instantly:
- Pores, surface lines and wrinkles are blurred
- Skin feels remarkably softer
Overnight:
- Rough, dry, flaky, ashy skin becomes noticeably smoother
In 24-to-48 Hours:
- Lips feel softer, smoother and slightly plumper
Within One Week:
- Surface lines begin to plump and visibly soften
- Age spots, sun spots, uneven pigmentation and discolorations from inflammation begin to fade
- Surface blemishes visibly lessen
Within One Month:
- Whistle lines, crow’s feet, deeper wrinkles, enlarged pores and mild scars become less noticeable
- Clears visible imperfections in acne-prone skin, including surface blemishes and open comedones
- Retexturizes non-cancerous sebaceous hyperplasia and ‘horny bumps’
Within 2-6 Months:
- Whistle lines, crow’s feet, deeper wrinkles, enlarged pores, mild scars, age spots, uneven skin tone and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation continue to improve
Size: 1.12 oz
How to Use
Apply 1-2 pumps to clean skin AM/PM. Always apply sunscreen with an SPF of 50 or higher during the day. May be applied under eye area and on lips. Apply a slightly thicker layer in areas of deep wrinkles and creases. For best results use Crystal Clarity Microdermabrasion Creme or The Ultimate Scrub once a week.
During the first four weeks of use, the following application method may be advised:
- Week 1: Blend ¼ Retinol ReSurfacing Complex with ¾ moisturizer.
- Week 2: Blend equal parts Retinol ReSurfacing Complex with moisturizer.
- Week 3: Blend ¾ parts Retinol ReSurfacing Complex with ¼ moisturizer. Moisturizer may also be applied over this mixture if needed.
- Week 4: Apply Retinol ReSurfacing Complex full strength. Follow with moisturizer.
WARNING: If irritation develops, discontinue use. When recommending to clients with sensitive skin, avoid the use of other exfoliants and recommend cleansers and moisturizers formulated for sensitive skin.
Ingredients
water (base), cyclopentasiloxane (evaporative silicone, spreading agent), glycerin (hydrating), octyldodecanol (softening), PPG-12/SMDI copolymer (delivery vehicle), dimethicone crosspolymer (blurring), dimethicone (cushioning), laureth-4 (mild emulsifier), butylene glycol (hydrating), synthetic sapphire (blurring), bakuchiol (retinoid alternative), glycine soja (soybean) extract (enhances retinoids & peptides), helichrysum italicum extract (soothing), palmitoyl tripeptide-38 (volumizing peptide), retinal (retinoid), retinol (retinoid), dipotassium glycyrrhizate (soothing), rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract (freshness preservative), ascorbic acid (freshness preservative), tocopherol (freshness preservative), ascorbyl palmitate (freshness preservative), helianthus annuus (sunflower) extract (lipid-rich plant oil), daucus carota sativa (carrot) root extract (Vitamin A-rich plant oil), daucus carota sativa (carrot) seed oil (Vitamin A-rich plant oil), oryza sativa (rice) bran extract (conditioning), ethylhexylglycerin (hydrating preservative), pentylene glycol (hydrating), propanediol (hydrating), lecithin (liposomal shell), laureth-23 (mild emulsifier), PEG-8 (mild emulsifier), polysorbate 20 (mild emulsifier), polysorbate 80 (mild emulsifier), carbomer (thickener), beta-carotene (ProVitamin A), cellulose (Microsponge®), citric acid (freshness preservative), hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin (delivery vehicle), potassium hydroxide (pH adjustor), caprylyl glycol (skin conditioning preservative).