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Retinol Alternative Serum
Skincare

Retinol Alternative Serum

€29.99
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A gentle natural anti-aging serum with 2% Bidens Pilosa — a plant-based retinol alternative — plus hyaluronic acid. Visibly refines skin texture and softens fine lines and dark spots, without irritation. COSMOS Natural, vegan, for all skin types.

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Ingredients (INCI)

Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe) Leaf Juice*, Glycerin**, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil*, Pentylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Gossypium Herbaceum Seed Oil, Isoamyl Laurate, Bidens Pilosa Extract, Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil, Parfum/Fragrance, Cellulose, Aqua/Water, Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Fruit Extract*, Lactic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Rhodomyrtus Tomentosa (Rose Myrtle) Fruit Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Rosa Canina (Rosehip) Fruit Oil*, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter*, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Phytate, Octyldodecanol, Tocopherol, Geraniol***, Citronellol***, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Linalool***, Citral***. *from organic farming **made using organic ingredients ***from natural essential oils · 99% natural origin · 24% organic · COSMOS Natural certified by ECOCERT Greenlife. About our ingredients →

How to use

Cleanse your face and pat dry. Apply a few drops to face and neck and massage in gently. Use morning and/or evening, before moisturiser; avoid the eye area.

Shipping

Free, climate-neutral shipping across the EU on every order — same price, no delivery fee. Dispatched from the EU, typically 3–7 working days.

What buyers say

4.3 from 4 verified reviews
Eerlijk, ik kende Elira helemaal niet, maar het zag er netjes uit dus ik dacht: proberen maar. Product kwam goed verpakt binnen en voelt gewoon fijn aan. Geen overdreven gedoe, gewoon prima.
Daan V. Netherlands Verified buyer
Hab Elira einfach mal bestellt, weil die Verpackung gut aussah. Kam sauber an, nichts ausgelaufen, alles ordentlich. Der Duft ist eher dezent, was ich persönlich gut finde. Kein Wow-Wunder, aber solide und würde ich wieder nehmen.
Sabine K. Germany Verified buyer
Netjes geleverd en alles zag er verzorgd uit. Het product zelf is simpel maar goed. Niet super luxe ofzo, maar wel beter dan veel standaard dingen die je online ziet.
Bram J. Netherlands Verified buyer
Voor mij was dit een fijne eerste bestelling. Mooi design, geen rare geur, en het voelt gewoon betrouwbaar aan. Kleine tip: misschien wat meer info op de verpakking, maar verder helemaal goed.
Lotte S. Netherlands Verified buyer

Frequently asked questions

Is this a real retinol?

No — it's a gentle, plant-based retinol alternative built on 2% Bidens Pilosa, giving retinol-like smoothing benefits without the irritation, so it suits sensitive and all skin types.

How and when do I use the serum?

Apply a few drops to clean skin morning and/or evening, before your moisturiser, and massage in gently. Avoid the eye area.

Is it vegan and certified?

Yes — 100% vegan and COSMOS Natural certified by ECOCERT Greenlife, with 99% natural-origin ingredients and hyaluronic acid for hydration.

From the Journal

Retinol Side Effects: Why Skin Reacts & Gentler Alternatives

Dryness, flaking, redness, purging, sun sensitivity — the retinol side effects people report most, and the calmer routes to the same results.

Hyaluronic Acid in Skincare: What It Does and How to Use It

Hyaluronic acid is in almost every serum on the shelf — but it only works if you use it right. Here's what it does and how to get plump, hydrated-looking skin from it.

Retinol Alternative for Sensitive Skin: Fine Lines & Dark Spots, Gently

Want smoother texture and softer fine lines but retinol leaves you red and flaky? Here's how to target the signs of ageing gently — and what a retinol alternative actually does.

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