Reduce Signs of Ageing: Retinoids have properties that reduce the signs of aging and help with the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles & pores. It also improves skin elasticity & uneven tone and visually refines skin texture on consistent use.
Gentle but Potent Exfoliation: The 2% Granactive Retinoid Serum exfoliates gently but powerfully, resurfacing new skin cells with accelerated cell turnover. It helps remove dead skin, reducing the appearance of pigmentation, acne scars, and age spots.
Improves Skin Texture: The formulation helps to smooth and even out bumpy skin texture. It clarifies the pores and reduces the appearance of enlarged pores.
Notes from the lab: Those with acne-prone skin may experience a temporary increase in acne during the first few weeks of using any form of retinoid including those used in this formulation and will settle post that. Also, it is not safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Can be used in PM
Cruelty-Free
Fragrance-free
Shelf life – 12 months
About the Product
Granactive is an advanced Retinoid that has been shown to improve signs of aging without any irritation that retinoids can cause. 2% Granactive serum contains 0.2% Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate.
Our Granactive Serum is made in a light oil base(non-comedogenic) formula that can be layered with other products easily. We have also included carotenoids from Tomato that are anti-inflammatory and reduce free radical damage on the skin.
Why use Granactive over other forms of Retinoid? Granactive seems to be much less irritating than many retinoids but at the same time effective.
How to start using Retinoids?
2 Week + 2 Week + 2 Week Plan
First two weeks – twice a week
Second Two weeks – Alternate Days
Next two weeks – 5-6 days a week
How to layer it up with other products?
Wash your face, pat dry, apply retinoid, then apply moisturizer. You can layer it with Niacinamide or Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Antioxidant Serum).
Don't use acids at the same time/day as Retinoids. You can use alternate days.
What's the right age to start using retinoids?
If you have acne issues you can start in teens, else you can start in late 20s. There is no harm starting retinoids early.
Apply 2-3 drops in the evening. You can add 2-3 drops of this oil to your moisturizer and apply. Start with twice a week for the first 2 weeks. Then make it an alternate day for the next 2 weeks, later based on your skin tolerance you can use it daily.
