Description
Dermaceutic Activ Retinol 0.5 is an evening serum for skin showing early signs of ageing, loss of elasticity and a dull complexion. It is the gentler of the two Activ Retinol strengths and a good starting point for retinol. Fragrance-free and silicone-free.
A retinol complex is combined with 1% ceramides to help strengthen the skin’s barrier, a vitamin C ester and vitamin E for antioxidant care, and panthenol and allantoin to keep skin comfortable. As an authorised Dermaceutic reseller, Suppsco supplies genuine stock from the South African distributor, with fast delivery across South Africa.
Key benefits
- 0.5% retinol complex to help smooth the look of fine lines
- Helps refine skin texture and restore radiance
- 1% ceramides help support the skin’s barrier
- A good first step into retinol
How to use
- Apply to the face and neck in the evening, after cleansing and before your cream.
- Start two or three evenings a week and increase gradually as your skin tolerates it.
- Avoid the eye contour area.
- Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen every morning.
Pairs well with
- Dermaceutic Activ Retinol 1.0: the stronger 1.0 strength for when your skin is used to retinol.
- Dermaceutic Regen Ceutic: a nourishing cream to apply after the serum.
- Dermaceutic Sun Ceutic SPF 50+: daily SPF 50+ protection while using retinol.
Ingredients
Water (Aqua), Diglycerin, Trideceth-9, Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Panthenol, Retinol, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Tocopherol, Allantoin, Cholesterol, Sphingolipids, Phospholipids, Lecithin, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides Citrate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Polysorbate 20, Ethylhexylglycerin, T-Butyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Potassium Sorbate, Glyceryl Oleate, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, BHT, BHA, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide.
Good to know
- New to retinol? Read our Active Ingredients guide for how to start, plus pregnancy and SPF advice.
- Contains retinol. Avoid use if pregnant, trying to conceive or breastfeeding unless advised by your doctor.
- Retinol can make skin more sensitive to the sun. Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen every day.
- Temporary dryness or flaking can occur when starting; reduce frequency if needed.
- Avoid the eye contour area.
- Patch test on a small area first and stop use if irritation occurs.
- For external use only. Keep out of reach of children.
Results vary from person to person.
