{"title":"K-Secret","description":"\u003cp\u003eK-Secret describes its formulas as actives from Seoul. We stock two products from its Seoul 1988 line, both evening retinal formulas: the Seoul 1988 Serum with Retinal Liposome 2% and Black Ginseng, and the Seoul 1988 Eye Cream with Retinal Liposome 4% and Fermented Bean. Each product page explains who it suits and where it belongs in your evening routine.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"k-secret-seoul-1988-serum-retinal-liposome-2-black-ginseng-30ml","title":"Seoul 1988 Serum: Retinal Liposome 2% + Black Ginseng (30ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eKSECRET SEOUL 1988 Serum is an evening retinal serum, with black ginseng root extract, niacinamide, bakuchiol, a vitamin C derivative and three peptides alongside. It helps smooth the look of fine lines and rough texture and even out tone over time, for firmer-looking, more radiant skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRetinal, a form of vitamin A, encourages smoother-looking skin. The \"2%\" belongs to KSECRET's \"Retinal Liposome 2%\" name for its retinal ingredient, not to pure retinal: KSECRET do not state how much retinal the serum contains, so please do not read it as a 2% retinal. Niacinamide and 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid help even the look of tone, while black ginseng, bakuchiol and peptides are supporting additions rather than the main reason to choose it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we chose it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe chose it as an evening retinal serum first, with niacinamide and a vitamin C derivative for a more even-looking tone, and KSECRET position it especially for mature skin. It pairs well with a simple hydrating layer such as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/iunik-beta-glucan-power-moisture-serum\"\u003eiUNIK Beta-Glucan Power Moisture Serum\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe look of fine lines and wrinkles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRough or uneven texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDull, uneven-looking tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn evening retinal step\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot ideal if\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are pregnant or breastfeeding: it contains retinal, so ask your doctor or pharmacist first\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a nut allergy: it contains macadamia seed oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou already use another retinoid: do not layer two, including \u003ca href=\"\/products\/purito-txa-6-niacinamide-10-retinal-serum-30ml\"\u003ePurito TXA 6% + Niacinamide 10% + Retinal Serum\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey ingredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetinal (in a liposome ingredient; percentage not stated): texture and the look of fine lines over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack ginseng root extract (6,329.8 ppm on our box, about 0.63%): antioxidant care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNiacinamide and 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid: a more even-looking tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBakuchiol and three peptides: support the look of firmness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCholesterol and plant sterols: barrier comfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture and finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA smooth serum that absorbs quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere it goes in your routine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvenings, on completely dry skin after toner, before moisturiser. Use a small amount for face and neck, avoiding eyes and lips. Start twice a week and increase only while skin stays comfortable. Wear SPF 30 or higher every morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome dryness is possible at first; if so, use it less often. Fine lines, texture and tone change gradually, with steady use and daily sunscreen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 ml · Retinal liposome serum · Contains macadamia oil · PM, SPF by day · KSECRET, Korean brand\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"K-Secret","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53825965523273,"sku":null,"price":21.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0948\/4016\/0585\/files\/BeautyofJoseonReviveSerum_ARBUTAN30ml_3e10eca1-d61a-4627-9819-261aeb783d39.png?v=1770571399"},{"product_id":"k-secret-seoul-1988-eye-cream-retinal-liposome-4-fermented-bean-30ml","title":"Seoul 1988 Eye Cream: Retinal Liposome 4% + Fermented Bean (30ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eKSECRET Seoul 1988 Eye Cream is an evening retinal eye cream, with niacinamide, bakuchiol, peptides and fermented extracts alongside. It helps a tired-looking eye area look smoother and brighter over time, with less visible fine lines and crepey texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRetinal, a form of vitamin A, encourages smoother-looking skin with steady use. Niacinamide and a vitamin C derivative help the area look brighter, while bakuchiol, adenosine and peptides back up the smoothing focus. Glycerin, cholesterol and plant oils cushion thin skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we chose it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe chose it as a dedicated retinal step for the eye area, in a cream base rather than a serum. \"Retinal Liposome 4%\" is KSECRET's name for its retinal ingredient; the brand does not state how much retinal the cream contains, so we do not call it a 4% retinal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe look of fine lines and crepey texture around the eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEyes that look tired or dull\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry or mature skin around the eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetinoid users who want one for the eye area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot ideal if\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are pregnant or breastfeeding: ask your doctor or pharmacist first, or choose \u003ca href=\"\/products\/knours-one-perfect-firming-plumping-eye-cream-20ml\"\u003eKnours One Perfect Firming + Plumping Eye Cream\u003c\/a\u003e, which has no retinoid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a nut allergy: it contains macadamia seed oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou already use another retinoid around the eyes: do not layer two\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey ingredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetinal: smoother-looking texture and the look of fine lines over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNiacinamide and 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid: a brighter, more even look\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBakuchiol, adenosine and peptides: extra smoothing support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFermented ginseng, rice, soybean, Job's tears and potato: comfort and softness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture and finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cream rather than a gel or serum, with macadamia oil, cholesterol and plant sterols in the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere it goes in your routine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvenings only, after serum and before moisturiser. Lightly tap a small amount around the eye area with your finger, as the box directs, keeping to the orbital bone and away from the lash line. Start two or three evenings a week, build up only if the area stays comfortable, and wear sunscreen every morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMild dryness can happen while skin adjusts to retinal; if so, use it less often. Changes in fine lines and texture are gradual and depend on steady use and daily sunscreen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 ml · Retinal, niacinamide, bakuchiol, peptides · Contains macadamia oil · PM only · KSECRET, Korean brand\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"K-Secret","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53832138391881,"sku":null,"price":20.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0948\/4016\/0585\/files\/1_e6934c51-30d5-4431-9fc3-ae35f4f06ba3.png?v=1770660418"}],"url":"https:\/\/kskinaura.co.uk\/collections\/k-secret.oembed","provider":"K Skin Aura","version":"1.0","type":"link"}