Intensive Wrinkle-Repair Retinol Serum

RESIST Intensive Wrinkle-Repair Retinol Serum is an exclusive formula that contains a unique blend of highly stabilized retinol, vitamin-derived antioxidants, and soothing anti-aging plant extracts, all in packaging that keeps the retinol and other beneficial ingredients stable and effective.

Delivers pure retinol to skin in a silky-smooth serum fluid infused with potent antioxidants and superior skin-replenishing and -hydrating ingredients. This unique combination addresses the appearance of wrinkles, improves the feel of firmness, uneven skin tone, and red marks, and leaves skin looking perfectly radiant.

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Smooth a few drops onto face, neck and eye area before moisturizer (or use alone). For optimal results, use AM and PM. For daytime, follow with a broad-spectrum sunscreen rated SPF 30 or greater.

Key Ingredients: Retinol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Squalane, Licorice Extract, Skin-Restoring Ingredients, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract, Bisabolol, Lecithin, Palm Oil, Vitamin C, Soothing Agent, Antioxidant, Kelp Extract

All Ingredients: Cyclopentasiloxane (Silicone, Emollient, Solvent | Good), Dimethiconol (Silicone, Emollient | Good), Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate (Texture Enhancer, Emollient | Good), Dicaprylyl Carbonate (Emollient, Solvent | Good), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (Emollient, Texture Enhancer, Plant Extracts | Best), Phenyl Trimethicone (Silicone, Emollient | Good), Squalane (Emollient, Antioxidant | Best), Bisabolol (Plant Extracts, Antioxidant | Best), Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (Antioxidant | Best), Retinol (Antioxidant, Retinoids | Best), Tocotrienols (Antioxidant | Best), Tocopherol (Antioxidant | Best), Lecithin (Emollient, Emulsifier, Cleansing Agent | Best), Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract (Plant Extracts, Antioxidant | Best), Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract (Plant Extracts, Antioxidant | Best), Elaeis Guineensis Oil (Emollient, Plant Extracts, Antioxidant | Best), Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate (Plant Extracts, Antioxidant | Best), Hexylene Glycol (Solvent, Texture Enhancer | Good), Caprylyl Glycol (Preservative, Plant Extracts | Good), Ethylhexylglycerin (Preservative, Humectant | Good), Phenoxyethanol (Preservative | Good)

Ingredient Spotlight:

• Retinol: One of the most recognized anti-aging ingredients, this powerhouse has multiple benefits for skin. With over seven decades of research proving its effectiveness, it’s used in several strengths and types of products to deliver visible results. Name for the entire vitamin A molecule; Research proves its anti-aging abilities; Helps tell skin how to look and behave younger
• Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride: Emollient and skin-replenishing ingredient derived from coconut oil and glycerin. Contains fatty acids that help skin resist moisture loss. Provides emolliency and beneficial fatty acids; Derived from coconut oil and glycerin; Known to improve to the spreadability of a product
• Squalane: Prevents moisture loss and restores suppleness to skin. Also strengthens skin’s barrier and provides antioxidant support. Helps prevent moisture loss; Restores suppleness to skin; Helps strengthen skin’s barrier
• Licorice Extract: This extract from the licorice plant has antioxidant, soothing, and dark spot-fading properties. General term for extracts from licorice; Defends skin against oxidative stress; Glycyrrhetinic acid helps soothe skin
• Skin-Restoring Ingredients: Skin care ingredients that nourish skin's surface in a way that helps transform it on many levels to appear noticeably younger, with a renewed feeling of firmness, and a more even-looking complexion.
• Avena Sativa Kernel Extract: This extract from oats has antioxidant benefits for skin and is well-known for its potent soothing properties. Good source of antioxidants; Exhibits impressive skin-soothing abilities; Suitable for even the most sensitive skin
• Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract: Species of kelp that helps soothe skin and offers moisture-binding properties to boost hydration. Type of kelp that helps soothe skin; Offers hydration-enhancing properties; Can play a role in reinforcing skin’s barrier
• Bisabolol: Soothing ingredient with significant skin-calming properties. Can be derived from plants (such as chamomile) or made synthetically. Skin-soothing ingredient; May offer some discoloration-fading properties; Commonly derived from chamomile
• Lecithin: Beneficial properties include emolliency (think skin softening), water-binding (to boost hydration), and emulsifying (to help water + oil ingredients mesh in a formula). Can also be used to encapsulate ingredients for improved dermal delivery. Assists in improving skin’s moisture retention; Is also emulsifying agent; Long track record of safety in skin care products
• Palm Oil: This oil from the African palm tree is rich in antioxidants and hydrating fatty acids. Also called Elaeis guineensis oil; Contains antioxidant beta-carotene + vitamin E; Rich in fatty acids
• Vitamin C: Ongoing use has been shown to improve the look of multiple signs of aging, brighten an uneven skin tone, as well as provide skin-restoring and soothing benefits. One of the most well-researched antioxidants; Improves the look of multiple signs of aging; Brightens an uneven skin tone
• Soothing Agent: Any ingredient that soothes and improves signs of sensitivity.
• Antioxidant: General term for a large group of natural and synthetic ingredients that work to defend against environmental stress on skin
• Kelp Extract: This extract from brown algae has antioxidant, soothing, and hydrating properties for skin. Extract of brown algae; Rich in B vitamins + other antioxidants; Has soothing and hydrating properties

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