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Retinol Alternative Serum Lightweight Care for Hydrated, Softer-Feeling Skin

Hydrates Softens Conditions
$58

A few drops, a little care, and a moment for your skin. Retinol Alternative Serum brings together Bidens Pilosa Extract, Aloe Juice, Jojoba Oil, and Rose Myrtle Extract in a lightweight formula. Glycerin and Hyaluronic Acid help maintain hydration, while botanical oils leave skin feeling soft and conditioned. Use before moisturiser for an easy addition to your daily routine.

Skin type All skin types Texture Lightweight serum When AM and/or PM
30 ml / 1.01 fl oz
Why it works

Hydration in a few drops: Glycerin and two hyaluronic acid ingredients help keep skin feeling moisturised as part of daily care.

Botanical softness: Jojoba and Rosehip Oils complement Murumuru and Mango Butters for a soft, conditioned skin feel.

An easy step before moisturiser: The lightweight serum brings Bidens Pilosa and Rose Myrtle Extracts into a routine that is simple to follow.

How to use
  • Apply a few drops to cleansed face in the morning and/or evening. Gently spread over the skin, then follow with moisturiser as needed. Finish your morning skincare routine with sunscreen.
  • For external use only. Avoid direct contact with the eyes. Discontinue use if irritation occurs.
Formula overview
  • Lightweight serum
  • Bidens Pilosa Extract
  • Aloe Juice + botanical oils
  • Hyaluronic Acid ingredients
  • 99% natural-origin content
  • 24% organic-origin content
  • COSMOS NATURAL certified

Formula passport

WHAT IT IS.
WITHOUT THE NOISE.

Concern
Dry-feeling skin · Everyday moisture · Skin softness
Skin type
All skin types
Certification
COSMOS NATURAL certified by ECOCERT Greenlife
Texture
Lightweight serum
Use
Morning and/or evening
Aroma
Slightly sweet rose with geranium, green, and fruity notes

A clear role in your routine

WHAT YOUR SKIN
GETS FROM IT.

01

Helps maintain a moisturised skin feel

02

Softens and conditions dry-feeling skin

03

Fits into morning or evening skincare

How Retinol Alternative Serum Works

How the formula works

THREE ROLES. ONE CLEAR SYSTEM.

Moisture-attracting ingredients, botanical oils, and plant extracts come together in a formula made for everyday cosmetic care.

01 / Hydrate

Glycerin + Hyaluronic Acid

Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, and Sodium Hyaluronate help maintain surface hydration for a comfortable skin feel.*

02 / Condition

Jojoba Oil + Rosehip Oil

Botanical oils complement the serum’s moisturising ingredients and help leave skin feeling soft and supple.*

03 / Complete

Bidens Pilosa + Rose Myrtle Extract

These botanical extracts sit alongside Aloe Juice and Sea Buckthorn Extract in a lightweight daily serum.

With consistent use

WHAT TO
EXPECT.

Everyday care is about finding a routine that suits your skin. These are the experiences the formula is designed to offer; individual results vary.

Evidence statusExpectation-ledNo numerical clinical claims supplied
On applicationAn easy start

Smooth a few drops over your face before moving on to moisturiser.

In 1–2 weeksMoisture + softness

Humectants and emollients help leave skin feeling hydrated and conditioned with initial application.*

In 2–4 weeksCare that fits your day

Choose morning, evening, or both to keep moisturising care part of your routine. Make it a part of your daily skincare routine.*

In 5–6 weeksA familiar skincare step

Continue with a routine that feels comfortable for your skin, following the product directions, follow the product directions to achieve the best results.*

Individual results may vary. This timeline reflects expected cosmetic benefits with regular use and is not based on product-specific clinical testing.
01 / Clean

Start with freshly cleansed skin.

02 / Apply

Apply a few drops to cleansed face in the morning and/or evening. Gently spread over the skin, then follow with moisturiser as needed.

03 / Continue

Complete your usual skincare routine. For daytime, finish with sunscreen.

Ingredient focus

FORMULATED
WITH PURPOSE.

A closer look at the ingredients behind the formula.

01

Bidens Pilosa Extract

The botanical highlighted in the product’s retinol-alternative positioning, paired with plant oils and moisturising ingredients.

02

Glycerin & Hyaluronic Acid

Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, and Sodium Hyaluronate help maintain a hydrated skin feel.

03

Jojoba & Rosehip Oils

Botanical oils that add conditioning care and help skin feel soft.

04

Rose Myrtle Extract & Vitamin E

Rose Myrtle Extract and Tocopherol are included alongside Sea Buckthorn Extract and the other botanical ingredients.

Transparency

INGREDIENT
DECLARATION.

Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe) Leaf Juice➀, Glycerin➁, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil➀, Pentylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Gossypium Herbaceum Seed Oil, Isoamyl Laurate, Bidens Pilosa Extract, Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil, Parfum/Fragrance, Cellulose, Aqua/Water, Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Fruit Extract➀, Lactic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Rhodomyrtus Tomentosa (Rose Myrtle) Fruit Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Rosa Canina (Rosehip) Fruit Oil➀, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter➀, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Phytate, Octyldodecanol, Tocopherol, Geraniol➂, Citronellol➂, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Linalool➂, Citral➂

Ingredients from organic farming Made using organic ingredients From natural essential oils

Questions, answered

What does this serum add to my routine?

It adds moisturising and conditioning care in a lightweight format, helping skin feel soft and hydrated.

How much should I apply?

Apply a few drops to cleansed face, as directed.

Can I use it morning and evening?

Yes. The directions allow morning and/or evening use.

Does it go before moisturiser?

Yes. Apply the serum after cleansing, then follow with moisturiser as needed.

Does it contain Rosehip Oil?

Yes. Rosehip Fruit Oil is included alongside Jojoba Oil and botanical butters.

Which hyaluronic acid ingredients are included?

The formula contains Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid and Sodium Hyaluronate.

Does it have a fragrance?

Yes. The formula has a slightly sweet rose aroma with geranium, green, and fruity notes.

Is it certified natural?

The product is listed as COSMOS NATURAL certified by ECOCERT Greenlife, with 99% natural-origin and 24% organic-origin content.

What should I keep in mind when using it?

Avoid direct contact with the eyes. Introduce new skincare gradually and discontinue use if irritation occurs.

Your Routine In Order

How to use

YOUR ROUTINE,
IN ORDER.

Apply a few drops to cleansed face in the morning and/or evening. Gently spread over the skin, then follow with moisturiser as needed. Finish your morning skincare routine with sunscreen.

AM Cleanse → Serum → Moisturise → SPF
PM Cleanse → Serum → Moisturise

Application tip: Use gentle movements to spread the formula evenly.

99% natural origin7% organic originCOSMOS Natural certifiedVegan

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Customer reviews

REAL SKIN.
REAL FEEDBACK.

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
Based on 25 reviews
Skin Feel & Comfort*Rated 4.6 on a scale of 1 to 5
Hydration & Moisture Feel*Rated 4.5 on a scale of 1 to 5
Texture & Application*Rated 4.8 on a scale of 1 to 5
Overall Skincare Experience*Rated 4.6 on a scale of 1 to 5
25 reviews
  • BS
    Benjamin S.
    Verified Reviewer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 hour ago
    Nice before bedtime

    I use it at night and wake up with skin that feels soft and moisturised.

  • EW
    Emma W.
    Verified Reviewer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 hour ago
    Soft without heaviness

    I like the moisturised feeling without having to layer too many products.

  • WH
    William H.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 hours ago
    Comfortable skin feel

    It leaves my skin feeling conditioned and comfortable rather than dry.

  • HL
    Hannah L.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 hours ago
    A simple moisture boost

    My skin feels softer after using it, which is exactly what I wanted from an extra skincare step.

  • DM
    Daniel M.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 hours ago
    My evening skin step

    It has become an easy part of my night routine, especially when my skin feels dry.