Ingredient Chemistry
pH Efficacy
pH Efficacy
5.6
0Neutral 714
Glycolic Acid is at pH 5.6, which is too high for optimal efficacy (3–4).
Detected actives & ideal pH
RetinolpH 5–6
Glycolic AcidpH 3–4
Microbiome
Composition & Ethics
Product Details
Attributes
Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Fragrance-FreeLikely
No fragrance ingredients detected
Key Actives
Contains RetinolConfirmed
Contains vitamin A derivative
Retinol / Vitamin AConfirmed
Exfoliating SerumConfirmed
Brightening SerumConfirmed
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
36 natural 13 synthetic
Based on 49 ingredients analyzed. 73% natural and 27% synthetic.
Active ingredients3 actives
Preservatives3 preservatives
Silicones1 silicone
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning21:Betaine, Mangifera Indica Seed Oil, Xylitylglucoside, Shorea Stenoptera Seed Butter, Anhydroxylitol, Lecithin, Xylitol, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate... +13 more
humectant8:Glycerin, Betaine, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Butylene Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
type of chemical entity6:Glyceryl Stearate, Allantoin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Ubiquinone, Potassium Sorbate
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Viscous, serum-like — slightly "thick water" feel
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionFast
Tackiness / ResidueVery low
Finish:Luminous / radiant — subtle light-reflecting glow
Silicones create a smooth, velvety "slip" with a blurring sensory effect. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.