Pairs a plant-derived retinol alternative with squalane specifically to offset the dryness that makes many people abandon retinoids in the first two weeks.
Best for those wanting a gentler introduction to retinoid-adjacent benefits, particularly dry or sensitive skin types.
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Biossance Squalane + Phyto-Retinol Serum is a premium offering from Biossance that targets those with those wanting a gentler introduction to retinoid-adjacent benefits, particularly dry or sensitive skin types. The inclusion of Phyto-Retinol provides plant-derived retinol-mimicking complex. Best suited for those wanting a gentler introduction to retinoid-adjacent benefits, particularly dry or sensitive skin types.
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