ZO Retinol + Blemish Complex (50ml)

Due to the unique effectiveness of the Retinol + Blemish Complex, application should be gradual:

• Apply a thin layer 2-3 times per week after the "Getting Skin Ready®" routine .
• Gradually increase the frequency of use to daily application, depending on tolerance.
• Use in combination withZO Hydrating Crème to soothe and care for the skin.
• During the initial retinol adaptation phase, wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher daily.

• Microemulsion retinol (0.25%) enhanced with bakuchiol: Promotes healthy exfoliation in the pores to prevent future blemishes and improve the appearance of texture scarring.
• Encapsulated salicylic acid (2%): Unclogs pores to clear existing breakouts. Contains a delivery system that provides a prolonged pore-cleansing effect.
• ZO-RRS2®: Exclusive plant stem cell complex that soothes the skin and reduces visible redness.
• Potassium azeloyl diglycinate and Rosa canina fruit extract: A novel form of azelaic acid and rosehip extract that has been shown to reduce excess surface sebum.
• Cetyl tranexamate mesylate: A next-generation form of tranexamic acid. This product minimizes the appearance of red and brown spots after breakouts for an even skin tone.

Active ingredients against impurities and for skin renewal:

• Retinol (0.25%): Promotes cell renewal, reduces impurities and improves skin texture.
• Salicylic acid (2%): Dissolves blockages in the pores and fights existing outbreaks.
• Bakuchiol: Enhances the effect of retinol and soothes the skin.
• Potassium azeloyl diglycinate: Reduces excess sebum and has an anti-inflammatory effect.
• Cetyl tranexamate mesylate: Minimizes redness and pigment spots after breakouts.

Plant extracts and stem cells:

• ZO-RRS2® (Leontopodium Alpinum Meristem Cell Culture, Marrubium Vulgare Meristem Cell Culture): Exclusive plant stem cell complex that soothes the skin and reduces redness.
• Rosa Canina Fruit Extract (Rosehip Extract): Reduces excess sebum.

Moisturizing and nourishing ingredients:

• Glycerin: Moisturizes and keeps the skin supple.
• Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil: Nourishes the skin.
• Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil: Nourishes the skin.

Other ingredients:

• Water
• Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine
• Sclerotium gum
• Dimethicone
• Silica
• Cetyl Glyceryl Ether
• Cetyl Alcohol
• Lecithin
• Propanediol
• BHT
• Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
• Sodium Bisulfite
• Sodium Metabisulfite
• Sodium Sulfites
• Sodium sulfate
• Polysorbate 20
• Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer
• Butylene Glycol
• Isohexadecane
• Aminomethyl Propanol
• Caprylhydroxamic Acid
• Disodium EDTA
• Polysorbate 80
• Phenoxyethanol
• Ethylhexylglycerin

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Does this complex help with both acne and wrinkles at the same time?
Yes! It's a true all-rounder. The formula combines powerful retinol for an anti-aging effect with clarifying ingredients that specifically target impurities, clogged pores, and blemishes.

Does the combination of retinol and anti-blemish dry out the skin?
Slight peeling (the typical retinol reaction) is normal, but the product is formulated to protect the skin barrier and retain moisture.

When do I apply the complex?
Use it in the evening as a "treat" step after cleansing and toning pads. When using it for the first time, you should gradually get your skin used to the active ingredients (1-2 times per week).