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ZO Retinol Skin Brightener 1%

ZO Retinol Skin Brightener 1%

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Description:

AM or PM / All Skin Types Brightening

A retinol-based solution that rapidly improves the appearance of uneven skin tone for a brighter, clearer and smoother complexion.

Please see below for anticipated reactions and directions for use for this product.

Our reformulated Retinol Skin Brightener is available in three retinol strengths to meet your skin’s tolerance level and address your unique skin concerns, including the intensity and prevalence of dark spots and other forms of complexion discolouration.

Benefits:

  • Promotes exfoliation to eliminate uneven skin tone and improve skin smoothness
  • Supports skin’s resiliency against future discolouration aggressors
  • Specially encapsulated to deliver a targeted, controlled release of retinol for maximized brightening
  • Contains calming + soothing properties for improved product experience

Usage:

Directions:

Retinol Skin Brightener is a high-potency retinol treatment. If you have not been using retinol, begin use gradually.
  • The potency of Retinol Skin Brightener is likely to cause redness, dryness and peeling for the first few weeks. These anticipated reactions are a sign that the product is working and will subside with consistent use. You can minimize these side effects by using extra moisturizer to keep your skin hydrated.Following cleansing, apply to clean, dry skin twice a week
  • Increase frequency to alternate days
  • Then, increase use to every day as tolerated

Anticipated Reactions:

Redness, flakiness, dryness, burning, or stinging are all normal, anticipated reactions when starting retinol. With regular product use, skin will acclimate, revealing a smoother, more even-toned and youthful-looking complexion. Pair your retinol with a ZO® functional hydrator to minimize anticipated reactions. Consult a physician for customized retinol protocol. Like prescription retinoic acid, retinol will make your skin more sensitive to the sun. Wear SPF 30 or higher daily.

Have questions on the recommended order to apply your ZO® products? Contact your local physician or use our live chat to speak to a ZO® Skincare Specialist for more information.

Key Ingredients:

High-potency retinol:
Improves skin texture + dryness and eliminates visible discolouration for brighter + smoother looking skin
Oleosome delivery:
Targeted + slow release of retinol to maximize brightening benefits
Bakuchiol:
Proven skin conditioner that soothes and calms skin to improve product experience
Brightening blend:
Provides added support for complexion normalization

Ingredients:

Water/Aqua/Eau, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Glycerin, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Steareth-20, Pentylene Glycol, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Cetyl Alcohol, Acrylamide/Ammonium Acrylate Copolymer, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Bakuchiol, Acetyl Glucosamine, Cetearyl Glucoside, Polysorbate 20, Retinol, Lecithin, Polyisobutene, Alcohol, Glutathione, Carbomer, Caprylyl Glycol, Bisabolol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Silica, Polysorbate 80, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butylHydroxyhydrocinnamate, Disodium EDTA, Sorbitan Isostearate, BHT, Gluconolactone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Sulfite, Sodium Metabisulfite, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Soy Isoflavones, Sodium Hydroxide, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Limonene, Citral, Coumarin.


Ingredient Spotlight:

Encapsulated retinol is amplified with Bakuchiol to optimize your visible results for a brighter, clearer, more even looking skin tone. Learn more about the key ingredients in this clinically proven formula.

Retinol:

  • A form of vitamin A; retinol is a proven and well-research ingredient with skin benefits ranging from brightening to cell turnover and diminished signs of aging.
  • Eliminates uneven skin tone and improves skin smoothness.
  • Specially encapsulated to sustain and maximize efficacy while targeting forms of discolouration.

1% Bakuchiol Extract:

  • Complements retinol for more even skin tone and diminished signs of aging.
  • Amplifies brightening without causing added reactions, even at higher retinol concentrations.
  • Contains calming and soothing properties for enhanced tolerability.
  • Supports skin's resiliency against future discolouration triggers.

Tips For Usage:

As one of the most effective anti-aging ingredients, retinol has the power to visibly transform your complexion. Even so, results take time. Whether you need a retinol cream for beginners or are an experienced retinol user, it is essential to gauge your skin’s tolerance for it and gradually increase use. Adding the appropriate strength of ZO® Retinol Skin Brightener to your routine ideally balances skin tolerability with results you can see.

Protocol: A 12-week independent third-party clinical study of 46 participants to assess the efficacy potential of Retinol Skin Brightener. Participants represent females, ages 40-64, with Fitzpatrick skin types II-IV. Supported with the use of Gentle Cleanser, Sunscreen + Primer Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 and Hydrating Crème during the study. *See Before and After images.

Common Retinol Reactions:

All skins can benefit from retinol. The key to attaining visible results is to gradually build your skin’s tolerance for it. Depending on your ability to tolerate retinol, you may experience redness, flakiness, dryness and other common signs of irritation. Due to its potency, moderate sensitivity is to be expected.

How to build tolerance for Retinol:

Some sensitivity when first starting to use retinol is normal. The amount of time it takes to build a tolerance to retinol varies from person to person. However, how your own skin reacts can be controlled by adjusting product strength and usage frequency. Over time, your skin will become accustomed to retinol, revealing a smoother, more even-toned and youthful-looking complexion.

Pair your Retinol with:

ZO® has decades of expertise in the use of topical retinol for face. To moderate signs of sensitivity, we recommend pairing your Retinol Skin Brightener with one of our proven functional hydrators as well as an SPF to protect against photosensitivity.

ZO® FUNCTIONAL HYDRATORS:

  • Renewal Creme
  • Recovery Creme
  • Hydrating Crème
ZO® SUNSCREENS:
  • Sunscreen + Primer SPF 30
  • Sunscreen + Powder SPF 45
  • Broad-Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 50

Pair it With:

  • Brightalive
  • 10% Vitamin C Self Activating

 

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