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K- SECRET SEOUL 1988 Retinal Serum: 2% Retinal

K- SECRET SEOUL 1988 Retinal Serum: 2% Retinal

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K-SECRET SEOUL 1988 Retinal Serum (30ml)

Liposome Retinal & Black Ginseng Texture Treatment
K-SECRET SEOUL 1988 Retinal Serum is an advanced, high-performance nighttime treatment designed to revitalize skin texture and optimize visible surface elasticity. Powered by a stabilized Liposome Retinal (Retinaldehyde) paired with nutrient-dense Black Ginseng Extract, this fast-absorbing serum melts seamlessly into the complexion. It targets the appearance of fine surface lines, wrinkles, and dullness while remaining remarkably gentle, leaving the skin looking smoother, firmer, and more uniformly radiant by morning.

Product Highlights

  • Stabilized Liposome Retinal: Utilizes an advanced liposomal delivery vehicle to comfortably deliver Retinal to the skin surface, minimizing the temporary redness often associated with retinoids.
  • Nourishing Black Ginseng Extract: Infuses the formulation with rare, antioxidant-rich traditional Korean botanicals to deeply condition and protect the skin surface from drying environmental stressors.
  • Texture Rejuvenator: Intensely refines the appearance of rough patches, enlarged pores, and post-dryness blemish marks.
  • Lightweight Fluid Absorption: Features a weightless texture that sinks comfortably into the skin without leaving a heavy, sticky, or greasy residue.

Key Benefits

  • Smooths Look of Fine Lines: Temporarily plumps the skin surface to noticeably soften the visual depth of expression lines and surface wrinkles.
  • Enhances Surface Firmness: Conditions the outer skin layers to support a firmer, bouncier, and more resilient skin appearance.
  • Visibly Brightens & Evens Tone: Targets surface shadows and uneven skin tone to promote an illuminated, uniform complexion.
  • Moisture Barrier Support: Enriched with soothing lipids and humectants to maintain surface hydration balance and alleviate dryness.

Hero Ingredients

  • Retinal (Retinaldehyde): A highly effective, cosmetic-grade vitamin A derivative known to rapidly improve the appearance of skin smoothness and clarity.
  • Black Ginseng Extract: A premium botanical extract rich in ginsenosides that conditions the skin surface to support a refreshed appearance.
  • Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): A trusted brightening ingredient that minimizes the look of pores and improves overall surface tone uniformity.
  • Ceramide NP & Hyaluronic Acid: Synergistic moisture-binding agents that help lock in essential surface hydration and cushion sensitive skin.

Suitable For

  • Skin Types: Optimized for normal, dry, combination, and oily complexions; suitable for those looking to introduce an advanced retinoid into their routine.
  • Skin Concerns: Fine surface lines, rough skin texture, dullness, loss of visible elasticity, and post-blemish surface marks.
  • Formulation Perks: Cruelty-free, paraben-free, dermatologist-tested for daily irritation safety, and free from heavy greasy residues.

How to Use

  1. Prep: Cleanse and tone your skin thoroughly during your evening routine, ensuring the skin is completely dry before application.
  2. Apply: Dispense 1 to 2 pumps of the serum onto your fingertips.
  3. Smooth: Smooth a thin, uniform layer across your face and neck, avoiding the immediate eye and lip contours.
  4. Layer: Follow with a nourishing moisturizer to seal in hydration.
  5. Frequency: Introduce gradually. Use 2 to 3 times a week initially, slowly increasing frequency to every night as your skin builds tolerance.
  6. Sun Protection: Retinoids increase sun sensitivity. Always apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher during the day while using this product.

Warnings & Safety Information

  • For external cosmetic use only.
  • Do not apply to heavily broken, damaged, or compromised skin surfaces.
  • Avoid direct contact with the eyes and lips; if contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.
  • Discontinue use and consult a healthcare practitioner if skin irritation, persistent redness, or a rash develops.
  • Do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Keep out of reach of children.
  • Store in a cool, dark place away from extreme heat, moisture, and direct sunlight. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use.
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K- SECRET SEOUL 1988 Retinal Serum: 2% Retinal
Regular price $24.89 CAD
Regular price $24.99 CAD Sale price $24.89 CAD
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Sienna Beaudoin

The firming and pore-shrinking results are undeniable 10/10. Took off one star only because the natural yellow tint of the retinal takes a minute to blend out.

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Ishani

I was terrified of peeling or breakouts, but K-SECRET formulated this beautifully. It tightens and firms my sagging skin areas without causing any dry patches.

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Arloe

Every morning after using this serum, my face looks like I just got a luxury facial. It keeps my texture incredibly soft and free from tiny bumps.

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Taraneet

My skin looks much more elastic and awake now. The serum plays very nicely with my basic barrier creams and didn't clog my combination pores.

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Xavier Roche

I have deep laugh lines and rough texture on my cheeks. This serum smooths everything out completely overnight and doesn't cause any razor-bump irritation.

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Prathibha

It is rare to find a 2% retinal product that doesn't trigger a sensitive skin flare-up. K-SECRET made a highly stable, non-irritating formula.

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Audrey

Retinal works so much faster than traditional retinol. The fine expression lines around my eyes and forehead look significantly softer after just two weeks of use.

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Steerlina

I've been dragging this down to my neck to target tech-neck lines, and they look much shallower. Wish the 30ml bottle was a tiny bit larger!

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Bani Ahluwalia

My mature skin hasn't looked this vibrant or plump in years. It deeply rejuvenates the skin matrix while you sleep. I am on my second bottle already.

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Agamveer S.

This is anti-aging gold in a bottle. It absorbs rapidly into the skin barrier with zero sticky residue, and my skin feels noticeably thicker and more resilient.

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Selina

A very reliable Korean serum for addressing dullness and loss of firmness. It delivers smooth, radiant, healthy-looking skin with consistent use.

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Dilpreet

The moisture plumping effect from this serum is real. My jawline feels much more supported and lifted since adding it to my nightly K-beauty routine.

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Madhur

Not only does it boost my skin elasticity, but the cell turnaround has completely cleared up my hyperpigmentation. My overall complexion looks so youthful and radiant.

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Yashwardhan

An incredibly high-performance serum. It locks in skin bounce perfectly, just make sure to follow up with a thick cream to lock in the actives.

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Harsimrat

The 2% retinal concentration in this Seoul 1988 serum is incredible. I woke up after the first night of using it and my large pores looked completely blurred and tight.