Retinol, The Augustinus Bader Way

The quintessential love/hate relationship, in the world of beauty, anyway, has got to be the one between those with even a hint of sensitivity and the ultimate anti-aging ingredient—retinol. We love that it smooths, firms, brightens, evens tone, and reduces breakouts. We hate the redness, peeling, and photo-sensitivity that can often accompany these results. If there was one person, however, who could reconcile this conflict for the ages, it was Dr. Augustinus Bader.

The brand’s secret sauce is their proprietary Trigger Factor Complex (or TFC8, for short), which guides key nutrients and ingredients to the cells, creating an optimal environment for repair and renewal. When combined with pure retinol, the TFC8 allows it to perform to its fullest potential while maintaining skin that is balanced, healthy, and properly functioning. The result? All of what we adore about retinol without any side effects.

“This combination of Bader's proprietary, ‘what-makes-Bader-Bader’ TFC8 and one of the most studied, proven anti-aging ingredients—retinol— is the closest thing we have to the fountain of youth.”

“I really liked this product! My skin is very sensitive to vitamin A and this one felt very gentle and almost soothing. It also has non pore-clogging hydrators that are great to buffer the actives. Love it!”

“A retinol you really want to use on the daily--gentle, quickly absorbs, and I love how it fits right into my layering regimen. Bader brings us the best of all worlds in the ingredients: retinol plus their signature TFC8.”

In a 12 week clinical trial: hyperpigmentation was visibly reduced by 75%, the appearance of deep lines and wrinkles reduced by 56%, post-acne marks were visibly reduced by 90%, and the appearance of skin blemishes reduced 87%. These mind-blowing statistics coupled with the 100% (!!!) of testers who gave this treatment a big thumbs up, means Augustinus Bader’s The Retinol Serum is unanimously VIOLET CODE APPROVED and has earned a spot on THE SHELVES.