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Active Ingredients

Retinyl Sunflowerseedate

Often labeled as: Pro-Retinol

The ultra-gentle, sunflower-derived retinoid.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Avoid
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Comedogenic (0-5) 1 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 1 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

An incredibly innovative ester of Retinol and sunflower seed fatty acids. It provides the anti-aging and cell-renewing benefits of Vitamin A while simultaneously delivering barrier-repairing lipids.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Smooths fine lines, improves texture, and minimizes irritation drastically compared to pure Retinol.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

A fantastic entry-level retinoid for dry or sensitive skin.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It is fully pregnancy safe because it is from sunflowers.

The Science

It is still a Vitamin A derivative; doctors globally recommend avoiding all topical retinoids during pregnancy.