{"product_id":"retinol-alternative-serum-1","title":"Retinol Alternative Serum","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ankh-published-copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA retinol alternative serum is a gentle option for anyone who wants the feel of a retinol-inspired step without using traditional retinol, and Ankh Beauty’s \u003cstrong\u003eRetinol Alternative Serum\u003c\/strong\u003e does that with a lightweight botanical formula featuring 2% Bidens Pilosa, jojoba, and hyaluronic acid. Created with Black women in mind, this page helps you decide whether this 30 ml serum fits your ritual by showing its texture, full formula approach, ingredient list, how to apply it, precautions to know, and how it compares with other Ankh Beauty serums and custom rituals. For anyone choosing skincare with intention, those details make it easier to find a serum that supports smooth, balanced-looking, refreshed skin in a way that suits your preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 ml \/ 1.01 fl oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe formula\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBidens Pilosa extract, jojoba seed oil and hyaluronic acid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTexture \u0026amp; format\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFace serum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat ingredient defines the plant based retinol alternative?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 30 ml serum features Bidens Pilosa extract, alongside jojoba and hyaluronic acid. “Retinol alternative” is the product name; it does not mean this formula is identical to retinol products, and high-strength retinol may be inappropriate for sensitive skin, so some shoppers who do not tolerate retinol look for a natural alternative that feels more gentle and offers less irritation as an alternative to retinol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/skincare-for-black-women\"\u003eRead the skincare selection guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients \/ INCI\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of our skincare products that pairs botanical oils with antioxidants to support healthy skin. In this formula, sea buckthorn and rosehip bring natural skincare ingredients often associated with vitamin c support for brighter-looking skin tone, and rosehip is also known for helping reduce the look of hyperpigmentation and scarring. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that supports collagen production and brightens skin tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAloe Barbadensis (Aloe) Leaf Juice, Glycerin, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Pentylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Gossypium Herbaceum Seed Oil, Isoamyl Laurate, Bidens Pilosa Extract, Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil, Parfum\/Fragrance, Cellulose, Aqua\/Water, Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Fruit Extract, Lactic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Rhodomyrtus Tomentosa (Rose Myrtle) Fruit Extract, Caprylic\/Capric Triglyceride, Rosa Canina (Rosehip) Fruit Oil, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Phytate, Octyldodecanol, Tocopherol, Geraniol, Citronellol, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Linalool, Citral\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDirections \u0026amp; precautions for sensitive skin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow the current product packaging for application, frequency and precautions, since how often you use active ingredients matters in your routine and any skincare routine can involve sensitivity, including when using retinoids. High-strength retinol can be especially irritating and may lead to irritation such as redness, peeling, dryness, burning, and even persistent redness; sensitivity can make it harder to stay consistent. Review the full formula before use, including any listed fragrance components, and support your skin with gentle cleansing, moisturizing care, a suitable moisturizer, and daily sunscreen. Gentle alternatives may be a better fit for sensitive users, and anyone pregnant or nursing should check with a healthcare professional before adding new actives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/compare-ankh-beauty-serums-and-boosters\"\u003eCompare all four Ankh Beauty face serums and boosters\u003c\/a\u003e by texture, featured ingredients and size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrefer a different formula or texture? Compare \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bioactive-prebiotics-jelly-serum-1\"\u003eBioactive Prebiotics Jelly Serum\u003c\/a\u003e for a jelly format, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/antioxidant-ginkgo-gel-booster-1\"\u003eAntioxidant Ginkgo Gel Booster\u003c\/a\u003e for an oil-free botanical gel, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/vitamin-c-serum-1\"\u003eVitamin C Serum\u003c\/a\u003e for a formula featuring 2% vitamin C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRetinol Alternative Serum: formula questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this serum contain retinol?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRetinol does not appear in the published ingredient list. Ankh Beauty’s Retinol Alternative Serum features Bidens Pilosa Extract, jojoba seed oil and hyaluronic acid. “Retinol alternative” is the product name; it does not establish that this formula is identical to a retinol product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a bakuchiol serum?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBakuchiol does not appear in this formula’s published ingredient list. The featured botanical is Bidens Pilosa Extract. Compare the complete formula rather than assuming that all products described as retinol alternatives contain the same ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Retinol Alternative Serum fragrance-free?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The published ingredient list includes Parfum\/Fragrance, Geraniol, Citronellol, Linalool and Citral. Review the complete ingredient list and the current packaging directions before choosing this serum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore the collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoppers comparing retinol alternatives often look for anti-aging benefits, including visible smoothing, support for skin texture, and a smoother texture over consistent use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/serums-and-boosters\"\u003eCompare related Ankh Beauty products\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/find-your-ritual\"\u003ebuild your custom ritual\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Selfnamed","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":53027230744863,"sku":"260982","price":44.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/6014\/2879\/files\/ankh-premium-10640111796511-2026-10-12.png?v=1791825522","url":"https:\/\/ankhbeauty.com\/products\/retinol-alternative-serum-1","provider":"Ankh Beauty","version":"1.0","type":"link"}