Retinol Skin-Smoothing Body Treatment

Retinol Skin-Smoothing Body Treatment melds key anti-aging ingredients normally seen in facial moisturizers into a silky-textured, lightweight, and thoroughly hydrating body lotion for all skin types. It is designed to gently give skin the transforming power of pure retinol to help diminish the appearance of uneven skin tone, alleviate dry skin, and rejuvenate the feeling of soft but firmer-looking skin.

Uses a specialized retinol complex and potent antioxidants to intensively smooth and soften skin from the neck down. This silky, concentrated lotion, energized by the power of retinol, goes to work immediately to hydrate dry skin as well as give skin the essential ingredients it needs to look younger. Soothing emollients and plant oils provide an instant, healthy-looking glow you’ll love seeing and feeling.

Apply a small amount to clean skin. May be used daily for all-over smoothing, or applied as a spot treatment where needed. For daytime, follow with a broad-spectrum sunscreen rated SPF 30 or greater. If irritation occurs, reduce frequency or mix into your favorite body moisturizer (without retinol). If irritation persists, discontinue use.

Key Ingredients: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Grape Seed Oil, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Panthenol, Shea Butter, Vitamin C, Retinol, Glycerin, Evening Primrose Oil, Carnosine

All Ingredients: Water (Solvent | Good), Cetearyl Alcohol (Texture Enhancer, Emollient | Good), Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate (Texture Enhancer, Emollient | Good), Cyclopentasiloxane (Silicone, Emollient, Solvent | Good), Dimethicone (Silicone, Emollient | Best), Glycerin (Humectant, Texture Enhancer, Solvent | Best), Butylene Glycol (Humectant, Texture Enhancer | Good), Cetyl Palmitate (Texture Enhancer, Emollient | Good), Butyrospermum Parkii (Antioxidant, Plant Extracts | Best), Glyceryl Stearate (Emollient, Emulsifier, Cleansing Agent | Good), PEG-100 Stearate (Cleansing Agent, Emulsifier, pH Adjuster/Stabilizer | Good), Oenothera Biennis Oil (Emollient, Plant Extracts, Antioxidant | Best), Vitis Vinifera (Antioxidant, Plant Extracts | Best), Cetyl Alcohol (Texture Enhancer, Emollient, Emulsifier | Good), Retinol (Antioxidant, Retinoids | Best), Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (Antioxidant | Best), Tocopheryl Acetate (Antioxidant | Best), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (Emollient, Texture Enhancer, Plant Extracts | Best), Panthenol (Humectant, Solvent | Best), Carnosine (Antioxidant, Plant Extracts | Best), Dimethiconol (Silicone, Emollient | Good), Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer (Silicone, Texture Enhancer, Polymer | Good), Cera Alba (Texture Enhancer, Emollient | Good), Magnesium Aluminum Silicate (Texture Enhancer, Absorbent | Good), Sodium Hydroxide (pH Adjuster/Stabilizer | Average), Xanthan Gum (Texture Enhancer, Cleansing Agent, Emulsifier | Good), Dicaprylyl Carbonate (Emollient, Solvent | Good), Decylene Glycol (Humectant | Good), Disodium EDTA (Chelating Agent | Good), Chlorphenesin (Preservative | Good), Phenoxyethanol (Preservative | Good)

Ingredient Spotlight:

• 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
• Grape Seed Oil: Soothing, non-fragrant oil obtained from grapes. Provides skin barrier health and youth preservation benefits, plus moisturization and softening of skin. Soothing, non-fragrant plant oil; Supports skin's barrier via fatty acids; Rich in youth-preserving antioxidants
• Dimethicone: An skin-softening silicone known for its permeable (think breathable) barrier that helps skin retain hydration. It has a uniquely silky, non-greasy feel. Commonly used emollient, known for its gentleness and silky feel; Recognized as a skin protectant (in concentrations 1-30%) by the U.S. FDA; Popular in oil-free moisturizers, thanks to its hydration-enhancing, non-greasy finish
• Cyclopentasiloxane: Lightweight, conditioning silicone that creates silky-smooth spreadabilty and an enhanced sensorial feel. Also promotes even distribution of other ingredients in a formula. Enhances the silky-smooth spreadabilty and sensorial feel of a product; Promotes even distribution other ingredients in a formula; Quickly evaporates from skin’s surface without leaving a heavy feel
• Panthenol: Also known as pro-vitamin B5. Humectant that increases hydration substantially by attracting/retaining moisture. Can also play a role in visibly reducing facial redness triggered by sensitivity. Well-known hydrating ingredient; May also help soothe sensitivity; Often referred to as pro-vitamin B5
• Shea Butter: Shea butter is a plant lipid extracted from the karite tree that is used as an emollient in cosmetics. Used as an emollient in skin care; Contains potent anti-aging antioxidants; Helps improve dry skin
• 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
• 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
• Glycerin: A naturally occurring substance in skin that helps retain moisture. It is used in skin care products to help defend against dryness. Found naturally in skin; Helps skin retain moisture; Encourages a healthy look and feel
• Evening Primrose Oil: Can have significant soothing and emollient benefits for skin. Also known as Oenothera biennis oil; Non-fragrant plant oil; Its fatty acids can have significant skin-soothing benefits
• Carnosine: Peptide that offers skin-soothing + antioxidant properties. Studies show promise for improving signs of aging, including wrinkles. Synthetic peptide that is biomimetic (designed to emulate the carnosine naturally found in the body); Offers a host of anti-aging properties; Protects against oxidative stress

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