Mukti Vitamin A Elixir — The Botanical Retinal Serum You Can Wear Any Time of Day
Uneven tone, fine lines and the visible hallmarks of photoaging demand a Vitamin A treatment precise enough to deliver results without compromise — this is that serum. Mukti's Vitamin A Elixir harnesses Retinal (retinaldehyde), a retinoic acid precursor clinically proven to work 11x faster than standard retinol, paired with Bakuchiol for amplified cell renewal — all within a 100% botanical, COSMOS certified organic formula safe for daytime wear and pregnancy. The lightweight elixir absorbs seamlessly into skin, leaving a refined, luminous complexion without the irritation, sensitivity or sun-avoidance demands of conventional Vitamin A regimens.
| Ingredient | INCI Name | Concentration | Function | Skin Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retinal (Retinaldehyde) — RetiNaturel | Retinaldehyde | High | Retinoic Acid Precursor / Cell Renewal Agent | Accelerates keratinocyte-mediated conversion to retinoic acid; reduces fine lines, wrinkles and pigmentation 11x faster than retinol with lower irritation potential |
| Bakuchiol | Bakuchiol | High | Botanical Retinol-Mimetic / Antioxidant | Upregulates collagen synthesis and increases cell turnover; enhances Retinal activity with additive anti-ageing and depigmentation effects |
| Buriti Oil | Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil | Mid | Antioxidant / Emollient | Rich in natural beta-carotene and unsaturated fatty acids; protects against photoaging, reinforces cell membrane integrity and maintains healthy skin barrier |
| Rosehip Oil | Rosa Canina Fruit Oil | Mid | Emollient / Antioxidant / Active | Delivers trans-retinoic acid precursors, essential fatty acids (linoleic, linolenic) and tocopherols; supports skin regeneration and tone correction |
| Coenzyme Q10 | Ubiquinone | Low | Antioxidant / Mitochondrial Energiser | Neutralises free radicals, replenishes cellular energy reserves depleted by photoaging; supports collagen and elastin preservation |
Retinal (retinaldehyde) sits one metabolic step closer to retinoic acid than retinol, meaning keratinocytes convert it to active retinoic acid with significantly greater efficiency — upregulating collagen type I production, accelerating epidermal cell turnover and inhibiting melanin synthesis to address pigmentation at its source. Crucially, this conversion is gated by the differentiation state of keratinocytes, delivering a more controlled, dose-regulated release of retinoic acid compared to tretinoin, which substantially reduces the risk of retinoid-associated adverse effects such as erythema and peeling. Bakuchiol acts synergistically by independently activating retinoid receptor pathways via a non-retinoid mechanism, reinforcing anti-ageing signalling without additional sensitisation. The supporting antioxidant complex — Buriti, Rosehip and Ubiquinone — concurrently neutralises oxidative stress, replenishes the depleted lipid matrix characteristic of photoaged skin, and preserves the integrity of cell membranes throughout the renewal cycle. ---
- Use morning or evening after cleansing.
- May be used in conjunction with Age Defiance Night Serum.
- Press 2-4 drops gently onto face, neck and décolletage areas and allow to absorb.
- Frequency of usage will vary based on how your skin reacts to Vitamin A. If using daily, this serum should last up to 90 days.
- Safe to use in the presence of sunlight or if pregnant or breastfeeding .
- Ageing, uneven or sun-damaged skin seeking a natural retinol alternative
- Those wanting certified organic vitamin A therapy safe for use in sunlight
- Skin prone to fine lines, dullness or pigmentation looking for gentle resurfacing
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