Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming
IOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming scores 8.5/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).
✶ Hero ingredients
One of the most effective humectants
Glycol-based humectant
Softens and smooths
Score breakdown
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes IOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming stand out
IOPE Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming is an excellent serum with an overall score of 8.5/9.8. Positioned in the budget bracket, it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.
It performs well on hydration (7.5) and low irritation risk (9.5).
Is this right for you?
Great for
- ✓Dry or dehydrated skin — strong moisture-binding profile
- ✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
- ✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
Key ingredients
- ✶Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #2 in the INCI list
- ✶Dipropylene Glycol
Draws in moisture — #3 in the INCI list
- ✶Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
Softens and smooths — #4 in the INCI list
- ✶Niacinamide
Works on your skin — #5 in the INCI list
- ✶Chondrus Crispus Extract
Works on your skin — #7 in the INCI list
What creators are saying
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46 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Holds the formula together16
- Works on your skin9
- Draws in moisture8
- Softens and smooths5
- Keeps the product fresh3
- Other ingredient2
- Formula balancers2
- Added scent1