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Saranghae Retinal + Bakuchiol Duo with 0.1% Retinal and 2% Bakuchiol

Saranghae Retinal + Bakuchiol Duo with 0.1% Retinal and 2% Bakuchiol

The Saranghae Retinal + Bakuchiol Duo combines two highly effective anti-aging products designed for night and day.  Retinal (short for retinaldehyde) is 20X stronger than retinol and is closer to the active ingredient retinoic acid.  It is better than retinol at reducing fine lines, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and acne scars while having non of the irritations.

Bakuchiol is a powerful vegan anti-aging ingredient known as a plant-based alternative to retinol.  It is gentler, safer and can be used both night and day displaying incredible versatility.

Size: 30 ml | 1.01 FL.OZ (each product)

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The Saranghae Retinal + Bakuchiol Duo combines two highly effective anti-aging products designed for night and day. 

Saranghae Advanced Renewal Retinal Serum with 0.1% Retinal + 2% Squalane

Retinal is 20X more powerful than retinol and acts faster on our skin with little to no irritation synonymous with retinol.  Even sensitive skin types that couldn’t handle retinol in the past will be candidates to enjoy the anti-aging benefits of 0.1% retinal with no skin irritation.

  • The most effective corrective to help reduce fine lines and wrinkles
  • Stimulates collagen production & promotes skin cell turnover
  • Helps reduce acne by preventing clogged pores & exfoliating dead skin build-up
  • Helps reduce hyper-pigmentation
  • 20X more powerful than retinol
  • No irritation even for sensitive skin

Saranghae Active Repair Vegan Retinol Alternative Serum with 2% Bakuchiol + 15% Squalane

A powerful vegan anti-aging serum that helps fight fine lines and wrinkles, rejuvenates and brightens.  This luxurious, fast-absorbing formula harnesses the natural strength of bakuchiol, a plant-based alternative to retinol, to deliver all the age-defying benefits without irritation.

Smooths Fine Lines & Wrinkles: Bakuchiol boosts collagen production, visibly reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles for firmer, more youthful skin.

Brightens & Evens Skin Tone: Fades dark spots and hyperpigmentation, revealing a clearer, more luminous complexion.

Deep Hydration: 15% Squalane provides long-lasting hydration without clogging pores, leaving your skin soft, supple, and glowing.

Gentle, Yet Effective: Enjoy the results of retinol without the irritation—perfect for sensitive skin and daily use.

Anti-Aging Power: Antioxidant-rich bakuchiol fights free radicals and protects your skin from environmental stressors, keeping your skin looking youthful and vibrant.

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0.1% Retinal for nighttime routine only

Add 2 to 3 pumps onto the palm of one hand. Rub hands together to ensure serum is on both hands, then press into face and neck.

Take care to avoid the eye area. It's natural to feel a slight tingling sensation the first few sessions. Your skin will get used to it after a few days.

The serum is completely unscented.

Caution: Please do not mix with vitamin C or AHA/BHA within the same skincare routine.

2% Bakuchiol Serum can be used day & night

Apply 3 to 4 drops to the palm of one hand, press hands together and then press firmly to face and neck. Let the serum absorb for 10 to 15 seconds, then apply your next serum or cream.

The serum can be used for day and nighttime routines. It is safe for use during pregnancy and when breast feeding.

Key Ingredients:


0.1% Retinal (retinaldehyde)

Retinal, also known as retinaldehyde, is a derivative of vitamin A and is widely recognized for its importance in skincare due to its potent anti-aging, acne-fighting, and skin-renewing properties. It is part of the retinoid family, which includes other compounds like retinol and retinoic acid. However, retinal is considered one of the most effective forms of vitamin A in skincare because of its ability to improve the skin with fewer side effects compared to other retinoids.

2% Bakuchiol

Bakuchiol is a plant-based ingredient increasingly gaining in popularity as a natural alternative to retinol. Extracted from the seeds and leaves of the Babchi plant (Psoralea corylifolia), bakuchiol offers similar benefits to retinoids but is gentler on the skin.  Similar to retinol, Bakuchiol helps increase the production of collagen, a protein responsible for keeping skin firm and elastic. This helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, promoting a smoother complexion.

While bakuchiol isn't chemically related to retinol, it works similarly on the skin by influencing gene expression related to collagen production and cell turnover. It helps regulate skin cell renewal, making it a viable alternative to retinoids for those who can't tolerate the irritation or sensitivity retinol often causes.

Squalane

Squalane is a powerful emollient derived from Squalene that locks moisture into the skin by forming a protective barrier without leaving a greasy residue.  It’s lightweight, non-comedogenic (won’t clog pores), and mimics the skin's natural oils, making it suitable for all skin types, including oily and acne-prone skin.  It also helps keep our skin soft, smooth and supple by preventing transepidermal water loss.  Our squalane is derived from sugar cane.

Retinal is the closest form to retinoic acid. It is 20X more powerful but less irritating. Bakuchiol is a plant based alterntive to retinol. Can be used both day and night.

Andrea with Myeong Jo Lee, creator of the original Saranghae mushroom cream
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