The lightweight veil that starts your skin on the power of retinol
When you notice that your skin needs something more than just hydration, but you don’t want to give up either lightness or comfort, this fluid becomes your perfect ally. Essential Shock Intense Retinol Fluid wraps the face like a second skin: deeply moisturizes, smooths the texture, and delivers a subtle rejuvenating effect, thanks to a smart formula that combines encapsulated retinol and high-performance anti-aging actives in a surprisingly lightweight texture.
Ultra-light texture, visible results
Designed as an all-in-one for those who want to simplify their routine without giving up the benefits of advanced treatment, this hydrating veil works like a serum, cream, and eye contour. Its fast-absorbing texture melts into the skin without leaving a greasy residue, making it ideal for daily use—also for combination skin or skin prone to dehydration that wants to introduce retinol gently, but with visible results in hydration, softness, and lines of expression.
Anti-aging synergy: retinol and an amino acid cocktail
At the heart of the formula, encapsulated retinol works deeply to renew the skin surface, while a sophisticated cocktail of collagen and elastin amino acids helps improve firmness and elasticity. The skin feels smoother, more flexible, and more comfortable, with a visibly rejuvenated appearance day after day.
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Encapsulated retinol: helps renew the skin surface, soften lines and wrinkles, and provide an all-around anti-aging effect with a more controlled release.
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Aminoessence Cocktail (collagen and elastin amino acids): helps improve firmness, turgor, and flexibility, minimizing the appearance of wrinkles.
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Hydro-24 Complex: a complex with super-hydrating ingredients that strengthens the skin’s water reserve for intense, long-lasting hydration.
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Soy proteins: nourish and deeply moisturize, providing comfort and a fuller-looking skin appearance.
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Extract of Polyporus officinalis: hydrates, purifies, and helps soften the skin texture, refining its surface.
A versatile fluid: serum, cream, and eye contour
This treatment has been designed to adapt to different lifestyles and needs. Its multifunction formula allows it to be used as the only hydrating product in minimalist routines or as an intensive serum in more elaborate routines. It can even be applied to the eye contour, respecting this delicate area thanks to its light, comfortable texture.
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As a serum: ideal for enhancing the action of your usual cream, especially on dry or dehydrated skin.
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As an everyday cream: perfect for those looking for a single product that moisturizes, softens, and provides anti-aging benefits.
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As an eye contour: its fluid texture makes it suitable for revitalizing the eye area—always avoiding direct contact with the eyes.
Expert application ritual
To make the most of the potential of encapsulated retinol, integrate Essential Shock Intense Retinol Fluid into your morning and/or evening routine. Apply it to perfectly clean and toned skin, and adjust the amount and frequency according to your skin’s needs throughout the year.
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Step 1: after cleansing and toning, apply a small amount to the face, neck, and, if you wish, the eye contour, avoiding direct contact with the eye mucosa.
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Step 2: massage using upward motions until it is fully absorbed. If you use it as a serum, continue with your usual treatment cream.
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Frequency: use it in the morning and/or at night, adjusting it to your skin’s tolerance and your overall retinol routine.
Expert tips to personalize your routine
If your skin is particularly dry, you can apply this fluid as a serum and then seal it with a nourishing cream to maximize hydration. In times of extreme dryness or dehydration, use it as an “emergency product” to instantly restore comfort. Thanks to its lightweight texture, it is also an excellent option for men’s skin looking for a single functional, clean, non-sticky gesture.
Sensorial experience and skin profile
The formula glides on easily, leaving a silky, comfortable finish without excessive shine. It is suitable for a wide range of skin types that want to introduce or maintain the use of retinol in their routine with refined sensoriality. As with any vitamin A treatment, it is recommended to complete your daytime routine with a broad-spectrum sunscreen.
Complete list of ingredients
Each component has been selected to offer a balance between effectiveness, sensoriality, and respect for the skin, combining anti-aging actives, moisturizers, and conditioning agents in an easy-to-apply fluid texture.
Ingredients (INCI): Water (Aqua), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, C12-20 Acid PEG-8 Ester, Cocoglycerides, Octyldodecanol, Propanediol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Alanine, Allantoin, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, Fomes Officinalis (Mushroom) Extract, Glycine, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Germ Extract, Histidine, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Isoleucine, Lactic Acid, PCA, Phenylalanine, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11, Proline, Retinol, Serine, Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Threonine, Tocopherol, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Extract, Urea, Valine, Alcohol Denat., Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Sorbitol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Xanthan Gum, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol, Disodium EDTA, Octadecyl Di-T-Butyl-4-Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Hydroxide, Benzoic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid, Fragrance (Parfum), Benzyl Benzoate, Beta-Caryophyllene, Camphor, Cananga Odorata Oil/Extract, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Citral, Citronellol, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Geraniol, Geranyl Acetate, Hexamethylindanopyran, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Lavandula Oil/Extract, Limonene, Linalool, Linalyl Acetate, Pinene, Terpineol, Vanillin.
Since the formula may be updated over time, it is recommended to always check the packaging to verify the most recent list of ingredients before use.
