Fine lines, loss of firmness and dry patches don't have to be accepted as an inevitable part of ageing. This retinol serum from Korean Essence combines encapsulated retinol with multiple ceramides, glycerin and hyaluronic acid in a new-technology formula that renews skin deeply and visibly. Retinol stimulates the skin's natural turnover and helps fill fine lines, while the ceramides strengthen the skin barrier and firm facial contours. Glycerin locks in moisture and counters dryness, and hexanediol clears pores and balances the skin's moisture and sebum levels for a smooth, supple surface. The result is visibly softer, firmer skin that looks and feels renewed within a few weeks.
- ✨ Retinol For Lines
- 👍 Multiple Ceramides
- 🔄 Perfect for everyday use
Retinol Serum Skin Renewing, fills lines and firms skin in 4 weeks
What the serum does for your skin:
- Visibly fills fine lines and wrinkles in as little as four weeks
- Firms slack facial contours with retinol and multiple ceramides
- Deeply hydrates and locks moisture in with glycerin and hyaluronic acid
- Clears pores and balances the skin's sebum production
- Renews skin deeply by stimulating cell turnover
- Delivers a supple, smooth, soft skin surface without stickiness
Retinol
Stimulates the skin's natural cell renewal, reduces visible fine lines and helps firm slack facial contours.
Ceramides (multiple)
Strengthens the skin barrier and helps reduce fine lines, firm facial contours and keep skin firm and supple.
Glycerin
Hydrates and binds moisture deep in the skin, locking it in and countering dryness and tightness.
Hyaluronsyra
Binds up to 1,000 times its weight in water, giving skin an instant lift of moisture and volume.
Hexanediol
Cleanses pores thoroughly, balances the skin's oil and moisture levels and leaves skin supple and smooth.
Xantangummi
Gives the serum its silky texture and helps the actives spread evenly across the skin.
A lightweight anti-ageing serum with encapsulated retinol and multiple ceramides, formulated to renew, fill and visibly firm skin in four weeks. Here's how it works:
- Visible reduction in fine lines in as little as four weeks
- Firmer skin and tighter facial contours with multiple ceramides
- Deep hydration for up to 48 hours with glycerin
- NEW technology with encapsulated retinol for optimal results and tolerance
ANTI-AGEING SCIENCE
Why retinol is skincare's most proven anti-ageing ingredient
Retinol is one of the most extensively studied ingredients in dermatology, known for decades for its ability to stimulate the skin's natural cell renewal and boost collagen production. Even so, traditional retinol can be irritating, particularly for sensitive skin that isn't used to it.
That's exactly why this serum from Korean Essence uses encapsulated retinol with new technology, a form released gradually that delivers retinol's effect with better tolerance. Combined with multiple ceramides that strengthen the skin barrier, glycerin that locks in moisture and hyaluronic acid that fills skin with volume, the formula delivers visible results without unnecessary irritation.
The result is renewed, firmer skin with fewer visible lines, more even texture and a radiance that looks like healthy skin rather than makeup.

Every ingredient has a purpose
Formulated around encapsulated retinol and multiple ceramides, alongside glycerin, hyaluronic acid and hexanediol, for skin that's renewed, hydrated and visibly firmer week by week.
The formula's key active, known for stimulating cell renewal and helping reduce visible fine lines and wrinkles.
Benefits
- Reduces visible fine lines
- Stimulates the skin's cell renewal
- Helps firm facial contours
Strengthens and rebuilds the skin barrier, reduces fine lines and keeps skin firm and supple.
Benefits
- Strengthens the skin's natural barrier
- Reduces visible lines
- Delivers firmer, more supple skin
Hydrates and binds moisture deep in the skin, locking it in and countering dryness and tightness all day.
Benefits
- Deep hydration
- Locks moisture in for longer
- Counters dryness and tightness
Binds up to 1,000 times its weight in water, giving skin an instant lift of moisture and volume.
Benefits
- Delivers instant moisture volume
- Plumps skin from within
- Suits all skin types
Cleanses pores thoroughly and balances the skin's oil and moisture levels for a supple, smooth surface.
Benefits
- Cleanses pores deeply
- Balances oil and moisture levels
- Leaves skin supple and smooth
Gives the serum its silky texture and helps the actives spread evenly for optimal results.
Benefits
- Silky, easy-to-spread texture
- Even distribution of actives
- Never tacky and absorbs quickly
FAQs
Everything you need to know before starting your retinol routine with Korean Essence Retinol Serum Skin Renewing.
Retinol is a form of vitamin A well known for its ability to stimulate the skin's natural cell renewal and boost collagen production. It helps reduce visible fine lines and wrinkles, even out skin tone and give skin a firmer, more renewed feel with regular use.
Yes, purging is common during the first few weeks. It's the skin's natural response to the increased cell turnover retinol stimulates, and it's a good sign the product is working. Use the serum every other night to begin with and build up gradually to every evening as your skin adjusts.
Yes, absolutely. Retinol makes skin more sensitive to UV, which makes daily sunscreen essential. Always apply a sunscreen of at least SPF 30 in the morning when retinol is in your routine, or you risk increasing pigmentation and skin irritation.
Retinol is always used in the evening. Apply the serum as one of the last steps in your evening routine, after cleansing and toner but before face cream. Avoid using retinol in the morning, as retinol degrades in sunlight and skin is then more sensitive to UV.
Yes. The formula uses encapsulated retinol with new technology, meaning the retinol is released gradually for better tolerance. Multiple ceramides also strengthen the skin barrier and reduce the risk of irritation. Start by using the serum every other night and increase the frequency gradually.
Most people notice more even skin texture and increased radiance after just two weeks. A visible reduction in fine lines and a firmer feel is typically experienced after four weeks of daily evening use. For optimal anti-ageing results, three months of consistent use is recommended.
Avoid combining retinol with AHA, BHA and vitamin C in the same routine, as it can increase the risk of irritation. Hyaluronic acid, ceramides and niacinamide, on the other hand, work beautifully alongside retinol and support the skin's barrier function. A rich face cream after the serum is a good idea.
A pea-sized amount covers the whole face. Press the pump once, warm the serum lightly between your fingers and apply gently with patting motions. Avoid the eye area and the corners of the mouth to begin with — areas that are especially sensitive to retinol.