Sunday Riley Good Genes Glycolic Acid Treatment 30ml
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Powered by science and balanced by botanicals, Sunday Riley's supercharged skin care delivers visible, measurable results. Created by Sunday Riley herself, the brand uses her 20+ years of experience as a cosmetics chemist and product formulator, to bring to life everyday essentials that enhance the quality of your complexion. A case in point is the Good Genes Glycolic Acid Treatment (30ml), an exfoliating powerhouse that revives the look of dull, lacklustre skin.
Looking to boost your complexion's radiance? Sunday Riley has you covered with the Good Genes Glycolic Acid Treatment (30ml).
Starring tiny glycolic acid molecules, this serum-textured treatment breaks apart pore-clogging debris to brighten skin. Alongside this, lactic acid exfoliates (AKA swifts away dead skin cells), while prickly pear extract soothes and lemongrass extract refreshes. This potent potion of ingredients improves the look of pigmentation and plumps fine lines. If that wasn't enough, it can be used daily to give your complexion a moisture boost or applied as a treatment mask to get skin glowing ahead of a special occasion.
Water/Eau/Aqua, Dimethicone, Glycolic Acid, Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate, Ppg-12/Sdmi Copolymer, Squalane, Propanediol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Potassium Lactate, Bis-stearyl Dimethicone, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil, Glycerin, Potassium Hydroxide, Ppg-24-glycereth-24, Sodium Phytate, Xanthan Gum, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Glyceryl Stearate, Peg-100 Stearate, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Opuntia Ficus-indica Fruit Extract, Ceteareth-20, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorphenensin, Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract, Sorbitan Isostearate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate.
For the latest information, it is recommended to review the ingredient list printed on the packaging of the product prior to usage or consumption.
Apply to clean skin as an exfoliating serum, morning or night.
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Pleasantly surprised
Felt nervous about buying this as it’s so damn pricey but am glad I did. After a week or so of using it at night and in the am I’ve noticed my pigmentation much improved. So much so, I don’t wear foundation during the day now, which has never happened in all of my 40 years. Believe the hype, the is stuff is GREAT. Yes, it’s pricey, but your skin is the only thing you wear every day so why not take damn good care of it....?! Will definitely repurchase again and again!
by Katie Lou
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Le produit qui a changé ma peau
Ce sérum est le produit qui change tout pour moi, c’est juste ce dont j’avais besoin. Non seulement il est le remède que j’ai tant chercher contre mon acné hormonale qui a rendu ma peau hyper grasse mais en plus il l’a rééquilibré. Ressert mes pores et rends tout sont éclat et sa jeunesse à ma peau. Il permet même aux hydratant que je mets après de mieux faire leur job. J’ai essayé d’autres acides glycolique mais vraiment c’est celui la ma perfection! Je l’aime je l’aime. J’ai la peau sensible et fine et je peux le mettre matin et soir. Ma jumelle qui a la peau très sèche n’aime pas vraiment l’utiliser ça la « pique » un peu donc peut-être pas pour tout le monde! *************** This serum is the product that changes everything for me, it’s just what I needed. Not only is it the remedy I have been looking for so much for my hormonal acne which made my skin hyper oily, but it also rebalanced it. Tightened my pores and restored radiance and youthfulness to my skin. It even allows the moisturizers I put on afterward to do their job better. I have tried other glycolic acids but this really is my perfection! I love it, I love it. I have sensitive, thin skin and can still put it on morning and night. My twin who has very dry skin doesn’t really like to use it because it tingles a bit so maybe not for everyone!
by Phèdre
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Now I see what all the fuss is about!
I don’t know why I was so scared to try this. Usually, glycolic acid makes me nervous but using this, I understand why everyone loves. My skin was looking a bit ‘meh’. Dry, flaky and textured. When I first tried it, I really did wake up feeling like I had a much smoother complexion. I don’t use it too often, just once or twice a week to give my skin a boost.
by Sarah - Cult Beauty Staff
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Too Strong
This product gives you a beautiful glow but be warned.. this is strong! Even if you are used to using very strong aids this compromised my skin barrier when used as often as directed. As I type this I am wearing it as a mask and it's extremely tingly, even after giving it a break to heal my skin. So overall, great product gives you a nice glow and surely exfoliates the skin, but I would give a word of caution to those considering purchasing.
by Jake
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Glowing skin!
Such a great serum, my skin looks so much brighter and feels super smooth. Highly recommend this.
by K-Mo
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Baby Soft Skin
Love this! Feels so nice on the skin and doesn't sting too much like other AHAs I've tried. Really deep exfoliation and has made a huge difference to my hyperpigmentation. I apply this at night and my skin feels baby soft the next day. Really recommend this product!
by Bells
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Best skincare product
I love this product...so much. I wake up to visibly-different skin. It is clearer, more even, slightly plumper & pores reduced. Not only that, but when using this product, I rarely get spots & when I do they are far less severe than before. This really is a game-changer & I would happily recommend it to anyone.
by Rach
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Transformative
This has transformed my skin- amazing. reduced fine lines, improved texture and far smaller pores and reduced redness - this has really improved my mild rosacia. I am in my early 50's and this has taken years off and rejuvenated my skin. i have stopped wearing makeup- no need. Cost- worth every penny and I now always keep a back up. you only need a tiny bit of this- half a pump every night works perfectly.
by Kato
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Only thing that has worked, but runs out quick!
I started using this at the start of lockdown as having to wear masks for 12 hour shifts caused loads of breakouts. I first bought the smaller bottle which lasted me 3 months (which I thought was not long enough) I would only use 1 squirt a day which worked perfectly. I then bought the bigger bottle which has lasted me 4 months with the same usage. I find for the price, that it runs out too quick for me. However, saying that, it works SO well! I use it alongside Luna also and rarely wear make up now.
by Pebz
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Love it!
I do not know how to measure the effects of skin products, but this feels amazing and I end up buying it over and over again.
by Mags
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