Retinol Synergist Anti-Aging Treatment Serum with Malassezin + 0.3% Encapsulated Retinol
Mother Science Retinol Synergist Anti-Aging Treatment Serum with Malassezin + 0.3% Encapsulated Retinol scores 9.1/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).
✶ Hero ingredients
Draws in moisture
Softens and smooths
Coconut-derived emollient
Score breakdown
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes Mother Science Retinol Synergist Anti-Aging Treatment Serum with Malassezin + 0.3% Encapsulated Retinol stand out
Mother Science Retinol Synergist Anti-Aging Treatment Serum with Malassezin + 0.3% Encapsulated Retinol is an excellent serum with an overall score of 9.1/9.8. Positioned in the luxury bracket, it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Dimethyl Isosorbide, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.
It performs well on hydration (7.8) 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
- ✶Dimethyl Isosorbide
Draws in moisture — #2 in the INCI list
- ✶Dicaprylyl Carbonate
Softens and smooths — #3 in the INCI list
- ✶Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Softens and smooths — #4 in the INCI list
- ✶Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #5 in the INCI list
- ✶Cetearyl Alcohol
Softens and smooths — #6 in the INCI list
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29 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Holds the formula together9
- Draws in moisture5
- Works on your skin5
- Softens and smooths4
- Keeps the product fresh3
- Other ingredient2
- Formula balancers1