Retinol Pure Resurfacing Complex, Fluid Cream
Retinol Pure Resurfacing Complex, Fluid Cream
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
- Rough, dry, flaky, ashy skin becomes noticeably smoother
- Lips feel softer, smoother and slightly plumper
- 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
- 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’
- Whistle lines, crow’s feet, deeper wrinkles, enlarged pores, mild scars, age spots, uneven skin tone and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation continue to improve
Skin Conditions
Rough | Dry | Flaking & Ashy | Surface Lines | Deeper Wrinkles | Crow’s Feet | Age Spots | Sun Spots | Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation | Uneven Skin Tone | Mild to Severe Acne-Prone | Enlarged Pores | Open Comedones | Rough, Dry, Aging Lips | Whistle Lines | Mild Scars | Milia | Non-Cancerous Sebaceous Hyperplasia & ‘Horny Bumps’ | Skin of Any Ethnicity or Color
How To Use
Home Care
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.
Facial Procedure
Apply 1-2 pumps Retinol ReSurfacing Complex at the end of the facial procedure. Follow with SPF50 or higher if worn during the day.
Ingredients
Action Ingredients
Retinol | encapsulated, time-released retinoid visibly improves signs of aging and acne-prone skin
Retinaldehyde (Retinal) | patented Microsponge® delivery system provides a ‘reservoir’ of retinaldehyde for gentle, sustained delivery and easy conversion to retinoic acid without inflammation
Bakuchiol | non-irritating, natural alternative to retinol delivers significant improvement in lines and wrinkles, pigmentation, elasticity, firmness and overall reduction in photo-damage; boosts Retinol efficacy
Matrixyl® Synthe’6® | facial architectural peptide supports 6 skin rebuilding essentials for firmer, smoother, stronger and more volumized skin - especially on the forehead and around the eyes
Allosteris (Soybean Extract) | boosts the effects of retinoids, peptides and skin’s natural growth factors for faster, deeper results
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate | soothing molecule from Licorice counteracts the possibility of ‘retinol burn’
Cortinhib (Helichrysum Italicum Extract) | steroid-free plant extract, calms visible signs of redness, irritation and inflammation
Ingredient List
water/eau (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), dipotassium glycyrrhizate (soothing), glycine soja (soybean) extract (enhances retinoids & peptides), helichrysum italicum extract (soothing), palmitoyl tripeptide-38 (volumizing peptide), retinal (retinoid), retinol (retinoid), 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), glycine soja (soybean) oil (lipid-rich plant oil), daucus carota sativa (carrot) root extract (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), phenoxyethanol (antimicrobial preservative).
CONTRAINDICATIONS: Not recommended for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding or who plan on becoming pregnant while using this skin treatment.