
A soap-free, foaming cleanser designed to gently exfoliate and refine skin texture. It effectively removes impurities while preparing the skin for subsequent anti-aging treatments.
- Strength
- Polyhydroxy Acids (PHA), Maltobionic Acid
- Application
- Serum
- Concern
- Anti-Ageing
Apply a small amount to wet skin and massage gently to create a lather. Rinse thoroughly with water. Use twice daily as the first step in your skincare routine.
Gluconolactone
Exfoliating PHA that hydrates and strengthens the skin barrier
Maltobionic Acid
Gentle exfoliant that provides antioxidant benefits and hydration
Botanical Extracts
Soothing agents to calm the skin during cleansing
Full Ingredients (INCI)
Aqua/Water/Eau, Gluconolactone, PEG-8, Alcohol Denat., Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, PEG-8 Dimethicone, Ammonium Hydroxide, Maltobionic Acid, PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/Isostearamide, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Althaea Officinalis Root Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Sodium Bisulfite, Methylparaben, Phenoxyethanol.

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Total Eye Concentrate Serum
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What is Skin Active Potent Retinol Complex used for?
Skin Active Potent Retinol Complex is a serum from NeoStrata, formulated for anti-ageing. A soap-free, foaming cleanser designed to gently exfoliate and refine skin texture.
How do I use Skin Active Potent Retinol Complex?
Apply a small amount to wet skin and massage gently to create a lather. Rinse thoroughly with water. Use twice daily as the first step in your skincare routine.
What are the key ingredients in Skin Active Potent Retinol Complex?
Skin Active Potent Retinol Complex is built around Gluconolactone, Maltobionic Acid, Botanical Extracts. Gluconolactone works here to exfoliating pha that hydrates and strengthens the skin barrier. The full INCI list is published on this page, so you can check every ingredient before you commit.
How long does Skin Active Potent Retinol Complex take to work?
Fine lines and texture typically begin to soften after 8–12 weeks of consistent use, with continued improvement over six months. Results depend on consistency, and on daily broad-spectrum SPF, which protects the progress you have made.
Can I use Skin Active Potent Retinol Complex with retinol and vitamin C?
Yes, with care. Apply water-based formulas before oil-based ones, and keep strong acids and retinol in separate sessions: vitamin C suits the morning, retinol the evening.
Is Skin Active Potent Retinol Complex safe to use during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
Some actives in Skin Active Potent Retinol Complex, including retinoids and high-strength acids, are generally avoided during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Please speak to your treating doctor or our skincare advisor before use, and favour gentle, pregnancy-safe alternatives.
Is Skin Active Potent Retinol Complex genuine, and where can I buy it in South Africa?
Every Skin Active Potent Retinol Complex sold on SK1N is sourced through authorised NeoStrata distribution and dispatched from South Africa, not grey-market stock. Standard delivery is a flat R150 nationwide, and our consultants can confirm it suits your routine before you buy.
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