Today’s post is a review of one of the most popular Korean skincare brands at the moment, ANUA. I’ll be speaking about the product from ANUA THE Nano Retinol 0.3% + Niacin Renewing Serum.
Claims Benefits
- A potent brightening serum infused with Retinol and Niacinamide to smooth out fine lines and improve hyperpigmentation, while restoring skin elasticity.
- Enriched with 8 kinds of Peptide to amplify the moisturizing effect and further diminish wrinkles, while minimizing the appearance of pores and firming up saggy skin.
- Blended with a moisturizing and soothing formula, incorporating ingredients such as Tea Tree Leaf Oil, Carapa Guianensis Seed Oil and Ceramide. Skin irritation test completed, suitable for sensitive skin
What is it?
Anua Nano Retinol 0.3% +Niacin Renewing Serum – All in one anti-aging and brightening serum designed to be ”Beginner Friendly” containing 0.3% retinol complex (disclosing that the retinol itself is at 0.11%) and 5% Niacinamide that is very suitable to a new retinol user. The powerful ingredients offer numerous skins benefits, it can help address sign of aging, treat acne, even out skin tone and texture while minimizing the appearance of enlarged pores.
Key Ingredients
Retinol (0.11%)– Pure Vitamin A – the most proven anti-aging ingredient available OTC that can smooth wrinkles and make skin firmer. It might also be useful for acne-prone skin as it normalizes keratinization and makes the pores produce less sebum.
Niacinamide (5%)– A multi-functional skincare superstar that has clinically proven anti-aging, skin lightening, anti-inflammatory and barrier repair properties.
Ceramide– Play a super important role in having a healthy skin barrier and keeping the skin hydrated.
Centella Asiatica Extract– has nice skin moisturizing properties and anti-inflammatory properties.
Ingredients
Water, Glycereth-26, Niacinamide (5%), Malus Domestica Fruit Extract, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Castanea Crenata (Chestnut) Shell Extract, Glyceryl Citrate/Lactate/Linoleate/Oleate, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Potentilla Anserina Extract, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Cynara Scolymus (Artichoke) Leaf Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Extract, Ficus Carica (Fig) Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Artemisia Capillaris Flower Extract, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower/Leaf Extract, Borago Officinalis Extract, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Carapa Guianensis Seed Oil, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Tocopherol, Propanediol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Methylpropanediol, Butylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Retinol (0.11%), Ceramide NP, Pentylene Glycol, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, Polyquaternium-51, Beta-Glucan, Squalane, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, BHT, Oleic Acid, Dipropylene Glycol, BHA, Allantoin, Maltodextrin, Saccharide Hydrolysate, Sorbitan Laurate, Glyceryl Stearate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Octyldodecanol, Phytosterols, Madecassoside, Ceramide AS, Ceramide AP, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Cholesterol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester, Ceramide NS, Ceramide NG, Caprylyl Glycol, Guaiazulene, Sucrose Distearate, Nonapeptide-1, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Copper Tripeptide-1, Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Hexapeptide-9, Ceramide EOP
The Scent
The product boasts a light and pleasant scent that enhances the overall experience. It doesn’t overwhelm the senses, making it a joy to include in a skincare routine.
The Texture
It has yellow milky watery texture very easy to spread, quick absorbing texture and doesn’t leave any sticky residue.
The Quantity & Packaging
30ml in a white plastic bottle with silver cap and small pump which make it so convenient to use compared to dropper one.
Does Anua Retinol Cruelty-free?
yes! actually all Anua products is cruelty-free.
Does Anua Retinol Vegan?
Yes! all Anua Products is Certified 100% Vegan.
How To Use
1. During your PM skincare routine, apply less than half of the amount you normally used for serum on skin.
2. When used in the morning, apply sufficient sunscreen afterwards.
3. For the first two weeks of usage, use it once every two days to allow your skin to gradually get used to it.
Overall Thoughts
I’ve done some research and found this beginner friendly Retinol SERUM. I don’t typically recommend trying any skincare product without doing my research first, and this is especially true with Retinol. You’ve probably heard that Retinol is the Holy Grail of anti-aging — Aging is a beautiful, natural thing. After all that our body does for us, the least we can do is treat our skin kindly with the right products as we gracefully age from one year to the next.
This is my first time using a retinol serum and this one is perfect. I can feel a slight, very slight tingling upon application, “I suggest used a pea-sized amount one to two nights per week and then upping the frequency every two to four weeks as tolerated.” As its Beginner Friendly, but when used incorrectly, it can also cause irritation and dryness. That’s why using a nourishing moisturizer after a Retinol product is key.
But I’ve had no issues with it. I really like the consistency, lightweight with a subtle fragrance. and it dried fairly quickly into the skin, and I am able to apply my moisturizer on top with no issues. I recommended to always, always, always follow with moisturizer and a ton of sunscreen in the morning!
I’ve been using this for about 4 weeks now, and I’ve already started seeing a big difference in my skin. I had some very congested pores in areas and huge pores in others, and this has cleared a lot of those up already with the tiny amount I use. Blemishes are mostly gone, my skin tone is much more even and glowy, and it’s definitely reduced fine lines.
Perhaps the most impressive aspect of this product is the speed at which it works. Within just a month of consistent use, I witnessed pretty good results. It’s not often you find a product that lives up to its claims so quickly. So, if you are new to retinol and planning to incorporate one in your skincare routine, this is definitely worth trying.
Recommended to all skin types.
I’d love to know if this has worked for you too – let me know in the comments!
Where to buy?
I bought mine on koreacosmeticbn for $33.50 bnd, you can also buy this on YesStyle (you can use my code SIMPLYOU24 for extra discount)
Shopee, Stylekorean and Amazon.
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