The Retinol Serum
Reduce the appearance of deep lines and wrinkles, blemishes, and pigmentation without irritation or redness. Powered by TFC8®.
Ingredients
AQUA/WATER/EAU, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, GLYCERIN, OCTYLDODECANOL, C12-16 ALCOHOLS, SQUALANE, PROPANEDIOL, GLYCINE SOJA (SOYBEAN) OIL, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER, ECTOIN, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) HYBRID OIL, PALMITIC ACID, MYRISTYL ALCOHOL, PCA, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, XANTHAN GUM, POTASSIUM SORBATE, CARBOMER, SODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE, SODIUM BENZOATE, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEEDOIL, TOCOPHEROL, CITRICACID, ZINCPCA, MALTODEXTRIN, RETINOL, HYDROLYZED RICE PROTEIN, PANTHENOL, TOTAROL, LEPTOSPERMUM SCOPARIUM BRANCH/LEAF OIL, NIACINAMIDE, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE, SODIUM STARCH OCTENYLSUCCINATE, MAGNOLIA OFFICINALIS BARK EXTRACT, PIPER NIGRUM (PEPPER) SEED EXTRACT, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, POLYGONUM CUSPIDATUM ROOT EXTRACT, SODIUM ASCORBYL PHOSPHATE, PYRIDOXINE HCL, ALANYL GLUTAMINE, ARGININE, OLIGOPEPTIDE-171, PHENYLALANINE, SISYMBRIUM IRIO SEED OIL, SODIUM CHLORIDE, SILICA.
Why The Retinol Serum
- Pure Retinol complements TFC8®’s renewing properties for healthier, rejuvenated skin
- Reduces the appearance of deep lines and wrinkles
- Helps reduce blemishes for clear, smooth, even skin
- Helps reduce the appearance of blemish scars
- Locks in moisture to keep skin hydrated and plump
- Proprietary TFC8® technology supports skin cell communication and creates the optimal environment for continuous, visible renewal
- 97% agree the appearance of deep wrinkles and fine lines is reduced
- 100% agree skin looks lifted, tighter and firmer
- 98% agree skin looks and feels more smooth, clear and refined
- 98% agree skin tone looks more even
- Lightweight and hydrating serum texture
- Clean. Formulated without irritants, allergens, or synthetic fragrance. Vegan
- Formulated for all skin types. Recommended for aging, oily and blemish-prone skin
- 100% vegan. Formulated without irritants, gluten, GMOs, parabens, synthetic fragrance, sulfates (SLS & SLES), silicones, DEA, heavy metals, talc, and petrolatum/paraffin/mineral oil.
Clinically Proven Results
User Proven Results
Key Ingredients
Augustinus Bader skincare is formulated with sustainably-sourced, high potency botanicals and bio-engineered clean actives, where possible, to minimize environmental impact.
A clean, stabilized form of retinol that promotes the skin’s natural cell renewing processes. Helps reduce the appearance of blemishes, blemish scarring, fine lines, and wrinkles while regulating oily skin and improving tone and texture. * Contains Vitamin A. Consider your daily intake before use.
An essential bio-mineral. Offers powerful environmental protection while purifying, strengthening the skin barrier, and regulating sebum, for a healthy, fresh glow.
A trio of potent botanical extracts - Manuka, Black Pepper, & Magnolia - known for their antioxidant, balancing and soothing properties. This naturally powerful blend helps inhibit the overgrowth of unwanted bacteria that can trigger irritations and blemishes while supporting the dermal microbiome, for a healthy, well-balanced skin ecosystem.
This natural active is proven to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and deeply hydrate, while protecting the skin from environmental stress, such as UV and pollution.
A bio-optimized extract that addresses skin irritation and blemishes. Helps to regulate enzyme activity and inhibit bacteria, for a clearer, smoother and softer complexion.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I decide between The Serum and The Retinol Serum?
The Serum and The Retinol Serum can work together in your regime to restore and protect. We recommend using The Serum in the morning and The Retinol Serum at night to maximize benefits. The Serum contains Vitamin C, which is optimal for use in the morning, while the Pure Retinol, present in The Retinol Serum, is most effective when used in the evening. The Serum's lightweight gel texture is packed with hydrating, evening, and lifting actives, including Squalane, Vitamin C and Edelweiss Extract, targeting dark spots, dullness, loss of elasticity and fine lines and wrinkles. The Serum is formulated for all skin types and ideal for those with normal to very dry skin. The Retinol Serum is a light-weight cream serum that brings together the skin renewal properties of TFC8® with the skin cell turnover benefits of Pure Retinol for healthier, rejuvenated skin. Targeting blemishes, uneven texture, and deep lines and wrinkles, The Retinol Serum leaves your skin plump, smooth and refined. The Retinol Serum also helps maintain a healthy microbiome and protect against future breakouts.
Is The Retinol Serum suitable for sensitive skin?
Yes, The Retinol Serum is formulated for all skin types, including sensitive, and both men and women can use it in their routines. Professor Bader selected the optimal level of Retinol in the formula that delivers benefits without any of the unwanted side effects, such as irritation or dryness, allowing more users to benefit from Retinol without compromising on results. In a 12-week Consumer Perception Study of 103 m/f, ages 25-70, 100% of participants agreed The Retinol Serum doesn’t cause irritation. However, we recommend checking the ingredients carefully if you have very sensitive skin and consulting your doctor if you have any concerns.
Is The Retinol Serum packaging recyclable?
The Retinol Serum is housed in a 100% recyclable aluminum Nomad. 100% FSC certified Carton and recyclable carton, liner, and leaflet.
Is The Retinol Serum pregnancy & breast-feeding safe?
Yes, The Retinol Serum is pregnancy safe, but we recommend consulting with a qualified physician or medical professional if you are pregnant or nursing and have any concerns. *Contains Vitamin A. Consider your daily intake before use.
What skincare concerns does The Retinol Serum address?
The Retinol Serum is a skincare multi-tasker, targeting concerns around blemishes, uneven texture, loss of plumpness, and deep lines and wrinkles.
Is The Retinol Serum fragrance-free, cruelty-free, vegan-friendly and free from?
Yes, The Retinol Serum is 100% vegan and formulated without irritants, gluten, GMOs, parabens, synthetic fragrance, sulfates (SLS & SLES), silicones, phthalates, DEA, heavy metals, talc, and petrolatum/paraffin/mineral oil.
Does The Retinol Serum work for men and women?
Yes, The Retinol Serum can be used by men and women.
How does Pure Retinol work with Augustinus Bader's TFC8® technology?
TFC8®️, Trigger Factor Complex™, supports the performance of The Retinol Serum by creating the optimal environment for skin cellular renewal and guiding key nutrients to the skin. Additionally, the skin renewal properties of TFC8®, Trigger Factor Complex™, work in synergy with the skin cell turnover benefits of Pure Retinol for healthier, rejuvenated skin. TFC8®️,Trigger Factor Complex™, helps protect against future aging, for a formula that both reduces visible signs of aging, while protecting against premature skin aging.
Does The Retinol Serum help reduce the appearance of blemishes and acne marks?
Yes, The Retinol Serum is clinically proven to help reduce the appearance of blemishes and acne marks. In a 12-week Clinical Trial of 63 m/f, ages 25-70, the appearance of skin blemishes reduced by 87% and post-acne marks were visibly reduced by 90%.
Do I need to wear SPF with the Retinol Serum?
We recommend using The Retinol Serum in the evening. However, if you choose to use The Retinol Serum in the morning then we highly recommend using clean, mineral SPF. We recommend using SPF daily no matter which serum you use in the morning.
Are there any products not recommended for use with The Retinol Serum?
We advise against pairing The Retinol Serum with The Essence. The exfoliating acids in The Essence combined with Pure Retinol could cause unwanted sensitivities.
What % of Retinol is in the formula?
The Retinol Serum contains 0.06% of Pure Retinol. This percentage was carefully calibrated by Professor Bader to work in combination with our proprietary TFC8®,Trigger Factor Complex™. It delivers optimal, clinically proven efficacy without irritation or dryness, allowing more users to benefit from retinol without compromising on results.
Can I use The Serum and The Retinol Serum at the same time?
We do not recommend using The Serum and The Retinol Serum at the same time. We recommend using The Serum in the morning and The Retinol Serum at night to maximize benefits. The Serum contains Vitamin C, which is optimal for use in the morning, while the Pure Retinol, present in The Retinol Serum, is most effective when used in the evening.
