Phyto-Retinol Clinical Serum
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Retinol Treatment · Serum
Packaging
Dropper
Key Ingredients
Glycerin
Aloe Vera
Oat Extract
Green Tea
Astaxanthin
Concentrations not disclosed by brand. Tap a key ingredient for a quick note.
Camellia sinensis (green tea) leaf extract →Aloe barbadensis leaf juice →glycerin →Hydrogenated soybean oil →Hydrogenated jojoba oil →Hydrogenated lecithin →Phenethyl alcohol →Hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil →Coriandrum sativum (coriander) seed oil →Mauritia flexuosa fruit oil →Rosa rubiginosa seed oil →Salvia hispanica seed oil →Sclerotium gum →Avena sativa (oat) bran extract →algin →water →Persea gratissima (avocado) oil →ethylhexylglycerin →Sodium phytate →Citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) peel extract →Citric acid →Amyris balsamifera bark oil →Canarium luzonicum gum oil →Citrus limon (lemon) leaf oil Lavandula hybrida oil →Rosa damascena flower oil →Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf oil →tocopherol →Vaccinium macrocarpon (cranberry) fruit extract →astaxanthin →2-hexanediol →Caprylyl glycol →Primula veris flower extract →citraᵻ citronellol⚠ →geraniol⚠ →limonene⚠ →linalool.⚠ →
⚠ EU declarable fragrance allergens
citronellol, geraniol, limonene, linalool.
The EU requires these 26 named above a threshold because they are known sensitisers. That is the whole of what the law asks for — not a full accounting of the oil. They are also constituents of essential oils. A whole botanical is listed here alongside them, so these are that oil’s constituents. Only these 26 have to be named, and only above a threshold — the rest of what is in the oil is not itemised by anyone.
A brand that formulates with whole essential oils has to name these constituents. One that keeps its blend behind the word “fragrance” does not have to explain it. A longer list here often means more disclosure, not more risk.
It is cagey not to list all of the ingredients. If it’s in the bottle it should be on the bottle.
— JEN MURPHY
Benefits
Antiaging
Formulated for mature skin and the visible signs of aging
Antioxidant
Protects skin from free radical damage caused by UV, pollution, and stress
Brightening
Evens out dull skin tone for a more radiant, lit-from-within look
Hydrating
Delivers water and humectants to plump and quench thirsty skin
Moisturizing
Locks in moisture to keep skin soft and supple throughout the day
Oil-Controlling
Regulates excess sebum production for a shine-free finish
Soothing
Calms irritation, redness, and reactive skin
Finish
Natural
Apply a few drops to clean skin before moisturizer. Gently press into face and neck, morning and/or evening.
Sensitivity Note
No synthetic fragrance — but contains aromatic botanicals that are still fragrancing ingredients.
Regulatory
◦ Pregnancy Safe
◦ Travel Size
◦ claim — A stated claim with no independent body behind it.
Skin Type
●Mature
Skin Concerns
●Dryness
●Dullness
●Oiliness
●Sensitivity
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Certifications
Women-Owned
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed15 of 24 ingredients · 15 papers →
⚖️Regulatory18 listings →
🛡️Safety-assessed36 reviews →
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Verified Mar 2026