A nighttime serum formulated with glycolic acid (AHA) and salicylic acid (BHA) exfoliants, hyaluronic acid, antioxidants, and soothing ingredients designed to smooth skin texture and support the skin barrier while you sleep.
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Early verdict · Few reviews so farWhat the gurus are saying
This serum's exfoliating blend of glycolic and salicylic acids earns praise for leaving skin visibly smoother by morning while also supporting the skin barrier, a particularly useful combination for winter skin. Gurus note it contains hydrators, antioxidants, and soothing ingredients alongside the actives, which may help minimize irritation. Pairing it with a hydrating mask at night appears to amplify the smoothing effect without triggering sensitivity.
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Nothing. None of the experts who reviewed it raised a problem.
The concerns the experts tie this product to, in their own words. Paid and founder takes don't count.
“It also has glycolic, which is an AHA, it's a small AHA molecule that gets deep into the skin and also helps with skin barrier function, and that's the key to healthy winter skin.”
Beyond50Skin, watch at 11:07
“It's designed to be used at night so you wake up in the morning with super smooth skin, and it is totally true.”
Skin Obsessed Mary, watch at 7:43
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A nighttime serum formulated with glycolic acid (AHA) and salicylic acid (BHA) exfoliants, hyaluronic acid, antioxidants, and soothing ingredients designed to smooth skin texture and support the skin barrier while you sleep.
Yes. All 2 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 82%.
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