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Summary
Highlights
- HSA/FSA eligible
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- Cruelty Free
- Vegan
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From discoloration, wrinkles to skin roughness, Mad Hippie's active-packed Super A Serum = game changer. With three bioactive retinoids & bakuchiol, you'll see marked results to the appearance of sun-damaged, aging skin. Hyaluronic acid & polyglutamic acid soothe & plump while retinoids work magic.
Features
- Boxes are printed with soy inks on FSC certified paper
- Glass bottles and droppers are fully recyclable
- Rubber tops and plastic seals are accepted through their free recycling partnership with TerraCycle
Key Ingredients
- HPR - An advanced, bioavailable retinoid that brings marked results to the appearance of sun damaged, aging skin.
- Retinyl Linoleate - A beloved & stable retinol ester that reduces visible signs of skin aging.
- Retinol - A skincare powerhouse, retinol dramatically improves the appearance of skin texture, wrinkles & discoloration.
- Bakuchiol - Derived from the babchi plant, long used in Ayurvedic & Chinese medicine, this gentle, yet potent, natural ingredient works like a retinoid to rejuvenate the skin.
- *This formula is very powerful - Mad Hippie recommends starting every OTHER night and always following with a moisturizer
Formulated Without
- Parabens, petrochemicals, animal ingredients, GMOs, phthalates, SLS, silicone, PEGs, synthetic fragrance and dyes
Usage: Daily at night.
Massage 2-4 drops into skin after cleansing. Follow with moisturizer. Can be alternated nightly with the AHA Exfoliating Peel.
Precautions: Might cause increased sensitivity to the sun. Wear protective clothing and/or sunscreen while using this product.
Water (Aqua), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Propandiol, Glycerin, Squalane, Caprylic Capric Triglycerides, Retinyl Linoleate*, Bakuchiol, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract, Polyglutamic Acid, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate*, Retinol*, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Phenethyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Oat Beta-Glucan, Ethylhexyl Glycerin, Stearyl Phosphate, Stearyl Alcohol, Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Fruit Extract, Acetyl Glucosamine, Sodium Hyaluronate Acid, Xanthan Gum, Steam-Distilled Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Tocopherol.
*Form of Vitamin A.
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Questions
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- Q
Is this serum OK for first time retinoid users?
- Asked by Ellie
- Official Answer By Mad HippieYes, our Super A Serum is designed to be gentle and effective for first time retinoid users. For those new to vitamin A, we recommend starting with application every other night until your skin adjusts. As your skin acclimates, gradually increase to nightly use. If you have highly sensitive or reactive skin, it is best to patch-test.Was this answer helpful to you
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How often should I use this? Every night?
- Asked by Sammy
- Official Answer By Mad HippieOur Super A Serum is designed to be gentle and effective for first time retinoid users. For those new to vitamin A, we recommend starting with application every other night until your skin adjusts. As your skin acclimates, gradually increase to nightly use. If you have highly sensitive or reactive skin, it is best to patch-test.Was this answer helpful to you
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Is this a better choice than the vitamin c serum for wrinkles and dark spots on the face? Is it best to stick with one or the other? Or would you recommend this at night and vitamin c serum in the morning?
- Asked by Day
- Official Answer By Mad HippieAbsolutely! Our Super A Serum is designed specifically to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, diminish the appearance of age spots and skin discoloration, and improve the appearance of sun-damaged skin. It is expertly formulated for nightly use, as retinoids can make the skin more sensitive to sun exposure. With that, we recommend applying our Super A Serum each night, and sunscreen each morning to keep your skin protected and radiant. Our Vitamin C Serum layers beautifully under sunscreen for a morning routine.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can this be used with your vitamin C serum?
- Asked by PJ
- Official Answer By Mad HippieOur Super A Serum contains retinoids and is expertly formulated for nightly use, as retinoids can make the skin more sensitive to sun exposure. With that, we recommend applying our Super A Serum each night, and sunscreen each morning to keep your skin protected and radiant. Our Vitamin C Serum is great for daytime use!Was this answer helpful to you
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Will this help reduce wrinkles and age spots?
- Asked by Hayden
- Official Answer By Mad HippieAbsolutely! Our Super A Serum is designed specifically to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, diminish the appearance of age spots and skin discoloration, and improve the appearance of sun-damaged skin.Was this answer helpful to you
Reviews
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Ratings Distribution
Best Uses
- 8Fine Lines/Wrinkles
- 7Daily Use
- 6Uneven Skin Tone
- 4Enlarged Pores
- 4Redness/ Blotchiness
Describe Yourself
- 7Beauty Conscious
- 2Beauty Expert
- 2Minimalist
- 1Combination skin
- 1Face gets touched a lot by kids
Skin Type
- 8Normal
- 7Combination
- 3Dry
- 1Oily
Most Helpful Positive Review
So impressed - comparable to $$$ brands
This stuff is so flippin' impressive! I decided to try it during a bogo 50% deal. I have used the Vitamin C serum and decided to try this retinol serum when restocking (retinol is otherwise known as Vitamin A). I am super impressed by the noticeable difference in my skin texture in the morning. Sinc...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Eh
I wanted to love this product based on the reviews. I tried it for two months off and on and decided to return it. The serum leaves a slightly sticky residue and made no visible improvement to the discoloration of my skin. It's not drying, and made my skin look rosy, but I don't think it "dramatical...
190 results
Holy Grail
This serum changed my life! I struggled with hormonal breakouts and was using Curology (big mistake). I got an organic facial, and the tech recommended switching to plant-based organic A serums, so I tried this. I have not had a breakout since using it, and my skin texture has dramatically improved!! I will be using this serum for life!
Amazing
I have no breakouts from using this. I have a really hard time finding things i can use without breaking out. So far everything I used from Mad Hippie has been good to my skin.
Glad I got to sample it
I received the 0.5 oz bottle in the Ulta Beauty Glow Into Spring bag and was excited because I did need a new retinol. It has a nice light citrus/floral scent and goes on not feeling to heavy. I haven't had any issues with peeling or sensitivity using it every other night, but I have used retinol before this so it's not new to my skin. Price-wise it's a good bang for your buck compared to the Cosrx oil I was using before. I do plan to repurchase this when I run out, maybe the larger size.
Nice compromise to the higher end serums
I (29F) was hestiant at first before buying it. I use it after every face wash then gently either massage in my skin or use my Rose Wiartz roller. The smell has nice light scent smell. Reminds me of a Burt's Bees smell. It helps smooth my skin and gives me a nice refresh face. I have semi-sensitive skin so it's also nice for that.
No flaking or purging phase!
This is the first retinoid that didn't freak my skin out. No flaking, no burning, no weird purging phase. My texture has seriously improved and my makeup sits so much better now