Hale & Hush Rare Retinal Serum

Retinal (Retinaldehyde): Retinaldehyde is a Vitamin A derivative (the closest to Retinoic Acid) known for its anti-aging benefits and is less irritating than other retinoids. Some of the benefits of Retinaldehyde include promoting skin cell turnover, improving skin tone, unclogging pores, thickening the dermis to slow down the formation of wrinkles, reducing hyperpigmentation and stimulating collagen production. It is more suitable for sensitive skin and causes less irritation compared to its counterparts. The molecular size usually penetrates more quickly and deeply absorbs into the skin.

Carnosine Benfotiamine (L): Carnosine Benfotiamine (L), chirally correct, is a natural component found in skin tissues and is a synthetic derivative of thiamine (Vitamin B1) that has been shown to have antioxidant properties and can help reduce inflammation. It acts as an antioxidant, scavenges free radicals responsible for causing oxidative stress, preventing premature wrinkles and fine lines. Carnosine opposes the pro-aging glycation effect by breaking down those products and reversing the stiffening process, delaying the aging process. Other carnosine skin benefits include increasing cells lifespan, accelerating wound healing, and reducing cellular damage (DNA).

Globularia Cordifolia Callus Culture (Resistem) Extract: Globularia Cordifolia Callus Culture (Resistem) Extract is a plant extract which is known as the anti-aging bodyguard due to its ability to encourage a defense system in the heart of the skin. It provides skin with the power of self-protection and self-restoration. It also promotes detoxification (maintains proteasome activity), cell lifespan extension (stimulates sirtuin-1) and tissue regeneration (helps to preserve skin stem cells). This extract is a skin conditioning super-agent with anti-inflammatory properties that offer smooth, calming, soothing, redness and environmental protection benefits.

Niacinamide: Niacinamide is a type of Vitamin B-3 that builds proteins such as keratin in the skin. It stimulates collagen synthesis, produces essential lipids, antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, improves epidermal barrier function, inhibits skin pigmentation, helps smooth fine lines, boosts micro-circulation. Niacinamide is highly effective in improving the immunity of the skin, calms redness, reduces inflammation, boosts hydration, and locks in moisture. Niacinamide helps build cells in the skin while also protecting them from environmental stresses, such as sunlight, pollution, and toxins. It can also regulate the amount of oil the sebaceous glands produce and help reduce the appearance of pore size.

Rubus Chamaemorus (Cloud Berry) Seed Oil: Rubus Chamaemorus (Cloud Berry) Seed Oil is packed with Vitamin C which is proven to brighten and energize dull complexions, creating radiant and youthful skin. Cloudberries are also rich in Vitamin E a powerful antioxidant, and UV protecting carotenoids that shields the skin from harmful free radicals, helping prevent wrinkles, dryness, and lackluster skin. Plus, cloudberry seed oil is replete with Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids that not only bolster the skin’s protective capabilities but also help it retain moisture and reduce fine lines. Due to this oil’s anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-bacterial features it will visibly reduce redness, improve clarity, and strengthen the skin barrier. In addition, the skin will be moisturized, plumper, and have improved texture and elasticity.

Albizia Julibrissin Bark Extract (Persian Silk Tree): Albizia Julibrissin Bark Extract (Persian Silk Tree) is a natural antiglycation phenomenal ingredient that has antioxidant, anti-aging, and immune-stimulating properties. Silk Tree Extract also protects extracellular matrix components, primarily collagen, from glycation showing a significant anti- aging effect. Albizia Julibrissin boosts cell energy, revitalizes tired skin, supports the skin’s natural detoxification process, reduces dark circles while renewing and rejuvenating the skin.