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A pH-balanced cleanser that respects the barrier while your skin gets used to retinol.
Biophora Bioactive Retinol 30
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Bioactive Retinol 30
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Biophora Bioactive Retinol 30
Biophora’s gentle 0.3% encapsulated retinol cream, a professional first step into retinol for normal to oily skin. Evening only.
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The formula, explained.
The ingredients behind this formula—and what they bring to your skin.
Encapsulated retinol (0.3%)
An encapsulated form of vitamin A that releases gradually, to help the look of texture, tone and fine lines with less redness and irritation.
Squalane
Hydrates, softens and protects the skin barrier, offsetting the dryness often associated with retinol.
Vitamin E
Tocopherol, an antioxidant that helps soothe the skin and protect it from everyday environmental stress.
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BiophoraAprès Soothing Serum
Why it fits
Biophora’s lightweight calming hydration serum for skin that feels dry, tight or reactive. Morning and evening, after cleansing and toning.
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A closer look at your skin, your routine and what goes into the formula.
Biophora Bioactive Retinol 30
Biophora’s gentle 0.3% encapsulated retinol cream, a professional first step into retinol for normal to oily skin. Evening only.
Where we start most clients who are new to retinol. The encapsulated retinol releases gradually, so you get the renewing effect of vitamin A with far less redness, dryness and peeling. Used consistently, skin looks smoother, clearer and more even, with softer-looking fine lines, while squalane and vitamin E keep the barrier comfortable through our dry winters.
Our recommendation: If you would like help introducing this product into your routine, we recommend a complimentary virtual consultation with one of our estheticians.
Benefits
- A gentle first step into retinol
- Smooths the look of texture and fine lines
- Helps skin look clearer and more even
- Gradual release for less dryness and redness
- Squalane and vitamin E keep the barrier comfortable
How to use
- Cleanse and dry: In the evening, cleanse and let the skin dry completely. Patch test a discreet area at least 24 hours before your first full application.
- Apply Retinol 30: A small amount over the face. Start once a week for the first few weeks, then every other night for a month, then nightly only if your skin stays comfortable.
- Comfort as needed: If your skin feels tight, follow with a gentle hydrating serum or moisturizer.
- SPF every morning: Retinol makes skin more sensitive to the sun. Wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen every day while using it.
Precautions
Full Ingredient List
Aqua (water), Caprylic capric triglyceride, Mineral oil, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Squalane, Propylene glycol, Dimethicone, Dipropylene glycol, Betula alba bark extract, Scrophularia nodosa extract, Retinol, BHT, Tricaprylin, Polymethyl methacrylate, PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Cetyl alcohol, Stearyl alcohol, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA.
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Biophora’s gentle 0.3% encapsulated retinol cream, a professional first step into retinol for normal to oily skin. Evening only.
Where we start most clients who are new to retinol. The encapsulated retinol releases gradually, so you get the renewing effect of vitamin A with far less redness, dryness and peeling. Used consistently, skin looks smoother, clearer and more even, with softer-looking fine lines, while squalane and vitamin E keep the barrier comfortable through our dry winters.
Our recommendation: If you would like help introducing this product into your routine, we recommend a complimentary virtual consultation with one of our estheticians.
Key ingredients
- Encapsulated retinol (0.3%): a gradual-release vitamin A for the look of texture, tone and fine lines
- Squalane: hydrates and softens, offsetting the dryness often associated with retinol
- Vitamin E (tocopherol): an antioxidant that helps soothe and protect
- Birch bark extract (Betula alba): a calming, purifying botanical
How to use
- Patch test first: apply a small amount to a discreet area at least 24 hours before your first full application.
- In the evening, apply a small amount to clean, dry skin.
- Start slowly: once a week for the first few weeks.
- Increase to every other night for a month, then nightly only if your skin stays comfortable.
Retinol makes the skin more sensitive to the sun: wear a broad-spectrum SPF every day while using it. Retinol is a form of vitamin A. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning a pregnancy, check with your healthcare provider before use.
Full ingredient list
Aqua (water), Caprylic capric triglyceride, Mineral oil, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Squalane, Propylene glycol, Dimethicone, Dipropylene glycol, Betula alba bark extract, Scrophularia nodosa extract, Retinol, BHT, Tricaprylin, Polymethyl methacrylate, PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Cetyl alcohol, Stearyl alcohol, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA.
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Encapsulated retinol (0.3%)
An encapsulated form of vitamin A that releases gradually, to help the look of texture, tone and fine lines with less redness and irritation.
Squalane
Hydrates, softens and protects the skin barrier, offsetting the dryness often associated with retinol.
Vitamin E
Tocopherol, an antioxidant that helps soothe the skin and protect it from everyday environmental stress.
Birch bark extract
Betula alba bark extract, known for its calming and purifying properties.
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