Centellian24 Madeca TECA RETINOLSOM 0.2 Firming Serum 30ml is an intensive evening serum designed to improve the appearance of enlarged pores, fine lines, uneven texture, and reduced elasticity. Its multi-retinoid formula combines Retinol, Retinal, Retinyl Palmitate, and Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate with Bakuchiol, TECA-derived Centella actives, Niacinamide, Copper Tripeptide-1, Soluble Collagen, NMN, Ceramides, and ten Hyaluronic Acid ingredients to leave skin looking smoother, firmer, plumper, and more refined.

Benefits:

• Supports firmer-looking skin: Retinoids, Bakuchiol, Copper Tripeptide-1, Soluble Collagen, and TECA ingredients help improve the appearance of reduced elasticity.
• Softens visible fine lines: Retinol, Retinal, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Retinyl Palmitate, Niacinamide, and hydrating ingredients support smoother-looking skin.
• Refines the look of enlarged pores: Retinoids and Niacinamide help improve uneven texture and make pores appear tighter and more refined.
• Provides a plumping moisture boost: Ten Hyaluronic Acid ingredients, Glycerin, Trehalose, Glyceryl Glucoside, and Beta-Glucan help replenish moisture.
• Supports the skin barrier: Six Ceramides, Cholesterol, Phytosphingosine, Panthenol, Squalane, and Hydrogenated Lecithin help reduce moisture loss.
• Soothes active-care dryness: Panthenol, Allantoin, Beta-Glucan, Centella components, and Coptis Japonica Root Extract help maintain comfort.
• Improves dull, tired-looking skin: Niacinamide, NMN, fermented ingredients, Tocopherol, and botanical extracts support a fresher, healthier-looking glow.
• Silky, nourishing texture: The emollient serum spreads smoothly and helps leave the skin feeling soft without an excessively sticky finish.

Skin Types: Normal • Dry • Combination • Mature • Retinoid-tolerant blemish-prone skin
Skin Concerns: Fine lines • Reduced firmness • Loss of elasticity • Enlarged-looking pores • Uneven texture • Dullness • Dehydration • Roughness

Clinical & Testing Notes:

• Passed non-comedogenic testing according to the supplied product information.
• Passed skin irritation and dermatological testing according to the supplied product information.
• Described as suitable for all skin types according to the supplied product information.
• Individual results may vary depending on skin type, retinoid tolerance, routine, and consistency of use.

Formula Notes:

• The promotional information refers to TECA Retinolsome™ or a 0.2 retinol complex. This should not automatically be interpreted as 0.2% pure Retinol because the exact percentage of each retinoid is not stated in the supplied INCI.
• Contains four Vitamin A ingredients: Retinol, Retinal, Retinyl Palmitate, and Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate.
• Contains TECA-derived Centella ingredients including Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, and Asiatic Acid.
• Contains ten Hyaluronic Acid and Hyaluronate ingredients and six types of Ceramide.
• The supplied description refers to multiple peptides, but Copper Tripeptide-1 is the only clearly named peptide in the supplied ingredient list.
• Sodium DNA is listed in the formula. Its source is not specified, so the “vegan PDRN” claim cannot be confirmed from the supplied INCI alone.
• Contains Soluble Collagen, so the complete formula should not be described as vegan.
• No Fragrance or Parfum is listed in the supplied ingredient list.
• Contains Isopropyl Myristate. Although the product reportedly passed non-comedogenic testing, individual blemish-prone skin responses may vary.
• Retinoids may initially cause dryness, peeling, temporary sensitivity, or mild irritation. Introduce the serum gradually.

How to Use:

1. Shake well before use if instructed on the product packaging.
2. Use in the evening after cleansing and toner.
3. Apply 2–3 drops or a small amount evenly over completely dry skin.
4. Avoid the eyelids, corners of the nose, lips, and areas of broken or irritated skin.
5. Follow with a gentle, barrier-supporting moisturizer.
6. Begin once or twice per week, then gradually increase to every other evening or nightly use only if the skin remains comfortable.
7. Do not apply in the same routine as another Retinol, Retinal, prescription retinoid, strong exfoliating acid, peeling treatment, or harsh facial scrub.
8. Apply broad-spectrum sunscreen every morning and reapply during prolonged sun exposure.
9. Avoid use during pregnancy. During breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using a retinoid product.

Key Ingredients:

• Retinol – Helps improve the appearance of fine lines, enlarged pores, uneven texture, and reduced firmness.
• Retinal – A Vitamin A derivative that supports smoother, firmer-looking skin and refined texture.
• Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate – A retinoid ingredient used to support elasticity, visible pore care, and smoother-looking skin.
• Retinyl Palmitate – A Vitamin A derivative that complements the formula’s skin-renewing care.
• Bakuchiol – Helps support smoother, firmer-looking skin and complements the multi-retinoid formula.
• Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside & Asiatic Acid – TECA-derived Centella components that help soothe and support stressed skin.
• Niacinamide – Helps improve dullness, uneven tone, visible pores, texture, and moisture-barrier function.
• Nicotinamide Mononucleotide – NMN used to support revitalising and skin-conditioning care.
• Copper Tripeptide-1 – Helps support smoother, firmer, and healthier-looking skin.
• Soluble Collagen – Helps condition the skin and support a plumper, more supple-looking finish.
• Ten Hyaluronic Acid Ingredients – Help attract and retain moisture at the skin surface for a fuller, smoother appearance.
• Six-Ceramide Complex – Ceramide NP, Ceramide NG, Ceramide NS, Ceramide AS, Ceramide AP, and Ceramide EOP help reinforce the moisture barrier.
• Panthenol – Helps hydrate, soothe dryness, and maintain comfort while using retinoids.
• Squalane – Helps soften the skin and reduce moisture loss.
• Beta-Glucan & Allantoin – Help soothe and hydrate dry or sensitive-feeling skin.
• Sodium DNA – Helps condition the skin and support a smoother, hydrated-looking finish.
• Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate & Fermented Extracts – Help condition the skin and support a healthy-looking barrier.
• Tocopherol – Vitamin E that provides antioxidant and skin-conditioning care.

Ingredients:

Water/Aqua, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Squalane, Vinyl Dimethicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Panthenol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Mannitol, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Isopropyl Myristate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Arginine, Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate, Cetearyl Glucoside, Retinol, Trehalose, Bakuchiol, Polyisobutene, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Sorbitan Olivate, Glyceryl Glucoside, Allantoin, Xanthan Gum, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceramide NP, Beta-Glucan, Nicotinamide Mononucleotide, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Stearic Acid, Saccharomyces/Viscum Album Ferment Extract, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Saccharomyces/Imperata Cylindrica Root Ferment Extract, Coffea Arabica Seed Extract, Hydrolyzed Extensin, Anemarrhena Asphodeloides Root Extract, Sodium Phytate, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Copper Tripeptide-1, Phytosphingosine, Soluble Collagen, Potassium Hyaluronate, Cholesterol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Ceramide NG, Ceramide NS, Ceramide AS, Ceramide AP, Sodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol, Sodium DNA, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Paeonia Albiflora Flower Extract, Nymphaea Caerulea Flower Extract, Sophora Japonica Flower Extract, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract, Crocus Sativus Flower Extract, Retinal, Retinyl Palmitate, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Ceramide EOP

FAQ:

Q: What does Centellian24 Madeca TECA RETINOLSOM 0.2 Firming Serum help with?
A: It helps improve the appearance of fine lines, reduced firmness, enlarged-looking pores, uneven texture, dullness, and dehydration.

Q: Does it contain Retinol?
A: Yes. Retinol is listed in the supplied ingredient list.

Q: Does it contain 0.2% pure Retinol?
A: The supplied product information refers to a 0.2 retinol complex or TECA Retinolsome™ 0.2. The exact percentage of pure Retinol is not stated, so it should not automatically be described as containing 0.2% pure Retinol.

Q: What other retinoids does it contain?
A: In addition to Retinol, it contains Retinal, Retinyl Palmitate, and Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate.

Q: Is it suitable for retinoid beginners?
A: Beginners can use it cautiously, but the formula contains several retinoids. Start once or twice per week with a small amount and increase gradually only if the skin remains comfortable.

Q: Should I use it in the morning or evening?
A: Evening use is recommended. Apply sunscreen every morning.

Q: Can it help with enlarged pores?
A: Retinoids and Niacinamide can help improve uneven texture and make pores look more refined. Pores cannot permanently open, close, or disappear.

Q: Does it provide a permanent lifting effect?
A: No. It can help skin appear smoother, firmer, and plumper with consistent use, but it does not provide a permanent facial lift or restore lost facial volume.

Q: What is TECA?
A: TECA refers to selected Centella Asiatica components. This formula contains Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, and Asiatic Acid to support soothing and barrier care.

Q: Does it contain Bakuchiol?
A: Yes. Bakuchiol is listed in the supplied ingredient list and complements the formula’s firming and texture-care benefits.

Q: Does it contain peptides?
A: Copper Tripeptide-1 is the clearly named peptide in the supplied ingredient list.

Q: Does it contain Collagen?
A: Yes. Soluble Collagen is listed in the supplied ingredient list and helps condition and hydrate the skin surface.

Q: Does it contain NMN?
A: Yes. Nicotinamide Mononucleotide is listed in the supplied ingredient list.

Q: Does it contain PDRN?
A: Sodium DNA is listed in the supplied ingredient list. Its source and whether it corresponds to the branded “vegan PDRN” claim cannot be confirmed from the INCI alone.

Q: Is it vegan?
A: It should not be described as vegan because the supplied ingredient list contains Soluble Collagen, and the source of Sodium DNA is not specified.

Q: How many Hyaluronic Acid ingredients does it contain?
A: It contains ten Hyaluronic Acid and Hyaluronate ingredients according to the supplied ingredient list.

Q: How many Ceramides does it contain?
A: It contains six types: Ceramide NP, Ceramide NG, Ceramide NS, Ceramide AS, Ceramide AP, and Ceramide EOP.

Q: Is it non-comedogenic?
A: The supplied product information states that it passed non-comedogenic testing. However, individual skin responses vary, and the formula contains Isopropyl Myristate.

Q: Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
A: It passed skin irritation and dermatological testing according to the supplied information. However, several retinoids are present, so sensitive skin should patch test and introduce it very gradually.

Q: Can it cause peeling or irritation?
A: Yes. Retinoids can initially cause dryness, flaking, redness, or sensitivity. Reduce frequency and focus on barrier care if irritation develops.

Q: Does it contain fragrance?
A: No Fragrance or Parfum is listed in the supplied ingredient list.

Q: Can I use it with Vitamin C?
A: Yes, but sensitive skin may prefer Vitamin C in the morning and this retinoid serum in the evening.

Q: Can I use it with AHA, BHA, or exfoliating toners?
A: Avoid strong exfoliating acids in the same evening routine, especially while your skin is adjusting to the serum.

Q: Can I use it with another Retinol or Retinal product?
A: No. Avoid applying another retinoid in the same routine because this serum already contains four Vitamin A ingredients.

Q: Can I use it during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
A: Avoid it during pregnancy because it contains multiple retinoids. During breastfeeding, consult your doctor before use.

Q: Do I need sunscreen while using it?
A: Yes. Apply broad-spectrum sunscreen every morning and reapply during prolonged sun exposure.

Q: Where can I find Centellian24 skincare in Cyprus?
A: You can find this Centellian24 firming serum at Just Cosmetics, together with a curated selection of Korean Cosmetics in Cyprus.