retinoids
Moonlight Retinal Super Serum
Maelove has disrupted the market by offering high-end retinaldehyde (0.1%) at a fraction of the cost of medical-grade brands. It balances potency with a complex of niacinamide, bisabolol, and ceramide to protect the skin barrier.
Quality & Materials
0.1% Retinaldehyde sourced from high-quality suppliers. Includes 3 types of ceramides and ginger root extract.
Evidence & Testing
Maelove relies on the established clinical data for 0.1% retinaldehyde rather than running their own multi-million dollar RCTs, but their user trials are robust.
Brand Transparency
Extremely transparent brand; they clearly state the percentage of the active and avoid 'clean beauty' fear-mongering.
Value Assessment
At $36.95, this is the best value-to-potency ratio for retinaldehyde currently available in the US market.
Why Not Alternatives?
It beats Naturium and Geek & Gorgeous on the overall elegance of the formulation and the inclusion of a comprehensive soothing complex that prevents the 'retinoid purge' better than budget alternatives.
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