Hero Ingredients
10% PHA & AHA
Gentle chemical exfoliators that help shed dead skin cells on the skin surface and dissolve accumulated, hardened sebum plugs, while preventing sebum from becoming crystalized. This gentle but effective exfoliating duo revitalizes the skin, leaving noticeable radiance after use, minimizing the appearance of pores and fine lines, making your skin look and feel noticeably softer.
Benefits
Resurfacing
Minimizing Pores
Illuminating
How to Use
1. Use once or twice daily after cleansing and toning.
2. Apply a dime-sized amount over the entire face, avoiding direct contact with eyes and lips.
3. Do not rinse. Lightly pat skin to enhance absorption of remaining product into skin.
Tips:
For daytime, follow with a broad-spectrum sunscreen rated SPF 30 or greater.
Start by using a small amount in the PM only, and gradually increase frequency with use.
This actually helps to get that pores tightend. I soak this serum in the cotton pads and focus on my areas where I have a little bit more whiteheads. It really helps with the skin's rough texture and also gives you a radiant skin.
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What's in it?
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PHA
Glucanolactone is a Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) that provides advanced surface exfoliation that is gentle yet effective, helping to improve the overall clarity of all skin types, from acne-prone to sensitive skin, reducing the look of uneven texture and tone. A new generation of AHA, PHA is suitable even for clinically sensitive skin. PHA provides additional humectant and moisturization properties compared to AHA, and can enhance stratum corneum barrier function, thus increasing the skin's resistance to external harm.
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AHA
Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) acts to remove skin cell buildup by "ungluing" the bonds that hold dull, dead skin together on the skin's surface. Calendula 10% PHA + AHA Resurfacing Serum combines Lactic Acid, that is great for sensitive, dry skin, and Glycolic Acid, which has the smallest molecular structure of all AHAs. AHA targets all areas of the skin, reducing post-acne scars, brightening skin complexion, smoothing out skin texture, and stimulating collagen production to minimize fine lines and wrinkles and help skin feel firmer.
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70% Calendula Flower Extract
Extracted from 100% real Calendula Flower Petals to ensure only the purest ingredients. Using our patented Flower Softening Technology, we’re able to squeeze in whole Calendula Flowers in a bottle! Calendula soothes and protects your skin with powerful healing properties. Its antiseptic and antibacterial properties make it powerful against acne. Rich in antioxidants, the Calendula works to neutralize free radicals and reduce oxidative stress for enhanced skin quality.
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2% Hyaluronic Acids
Hyaluronic Acid is the gold standard of hydration. It instantly quenches thirsty skin and delivers hydration deep into the skin layer. This holy grail hydrator retains 1000 times its weight in water to breathe new life to dry, rough skin. It also helps to smooth wrinkles and fine lines, strengthens skin moisture barrier, soothes skin dryness and defends against moisture loss.
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he Experience
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The Experience :
The all-in-one skin-perfecting serum that you need.
The Scent :
Absolute zero pungent, acidic smell.
The Texture :
Clear, colorless, and fast-absorbing with minimal stickiness.
The Result :
Glowy, dewy, revived skin with smoother surface.
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Clinical Results
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Based on a 2-week clinical study of 31 subjects ages 20-60:
Right after one use
Skin texture (roughness) improved by 6.13%
Skin luster (glow) improved by 28.58%
90% agree skin appears smoother after using this product
74% agree this products gives skin a healthy glow
87% agree this product does not leave skin feeling sensitive or irritated
After 2 weeks of use
Skin texture (roughness) improved by 10.98%
Skin luster (glow) improved by 8.96%
87% agree skin appears smoother after using this product
87% agree skin appears brighter after using this product 71% agree this product imporves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
80% agree this product does not leave skin feeling sensitive or irritated
100% were satisfied with the product in general
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FAQ
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How often should I use this product?
You may use this resurfacing serum once or twice daily, depending on your preference. We formulated this serum with gentle exfoliants and hydrating factors, so you do not have to worry about over-exfoliating or irritating your skin.
Where does the Calendula 10% PHA+AHA Resurfacing Serum fit in my routine?
Slide it into your routine after cleansing and toning, before applying moisturizer, oil and SPF.
Can I use this under makeup?
Absolutely! In developing our products, we carefuly make sure that the ingredients play well with other skincare and makeup products without caking up. Don't forget your SPF before applying makeup!
Is this product safe to use on sensitive skin?
Of course! When selecting ingredients, we picked PHA, one of the gentlest chemical exfoliants suitable for senstivie skin types to make this serum versatile for every skin type. Furthermore, this serum is clinically proven as non-irritating according to a skin safety test.
Can I use the Calendula 10% PHA + AHA Resurfacing Serum with Calendula Peel Off Mask or Calendula PHA Hyaluronic Peeling Gel?
This resurfacing serum has a high concentration of 10% PHA and AHA. For a start, it is recommended to use the serum alone, before adding other exfoliating products to your routine depending on your skin's reaction. Check the daily / deep exfoliation routines for each skin type in the 'Exfoliation Routine' tab below.
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Exfoliation Routine
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For gentle, daily exfoliation:
Calendula PHA Hyaluronic Toner Pads
Calendula 10% PHA + AHA Resurfacing Serum
For deep exfoliation:
Calendula Peel Off Mask / Calendula PHA Hyaluronic Peeling Gel
Calendula 10% PHA + AHA Resurfacing Serum
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Research Routine
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Research
Grimes PE, Green BA, Wildnauer RH, Edison BL. The use of polyhydroxy acids (PHAs) in photoaged skin. Cutis. 2004 Feb;73(2 Suppl):3-13. PMID: 15002656.
Green BA, Yu RJ, Van Scott EJ. Clinical and cosmeceutical uses of hydroxyacids. Clin Dermatol. 2009 Sep-Oct;27(5):495-501. doi: 10.1016/j.clindermatol.2009.06.023. PMID: 19695482.
Edison BL, Green BA, Wildnauer RH, Sigler ML. A polyhydroxy acid skin care regimen provides antiaging effects comparable to an alpha-hydroxyacid regimen. Cutis. 2004 Feb;73(2 Suppl):14-7. PMID: 15002657.
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Gluconolactone, Methylpropanediol, Glycerin, Water(Aqua), Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglycerin-3, Tromeatamine, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, C12-14 Pareth-12, Panthenol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Lecithin, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Salicylic Acid, Allantoin, Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Indigofera Tinctoria Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Extract, Cupressus Sempervirens Leaf/Stem Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Hedera Helix (Ivy) Leaf/Stem Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil, Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Leaf Extract, Hemerocallis Fulva Flower Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Myosotis Sylvatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate