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Seoul 1988 Eye Cream: Retinal Liposome 4% + Fermented Bean (30ml)
Seoul 1988 Eye Cream: Retinal Liposome 4% + Fermented Bean (30ml)
Seoul 1988 Eye Cream: Retinal Liposome 4% + Fermented Bean (30ml)
Seoul 1988 Eye Cream: Retinal Liposome 4% + Fermented Bean (30ml)
Seoul 1988 Eye Cream: Retinal Liposome 4% + Fermented Bean (30ml)
Seoul 1988 Eye Cream: Retinal Liposome 4% + Fermented Bean (30ml)

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Seoul 1988 Eye Cream: Retinal Liposome 4% + Fermented Bean (30ml)

  • £20.99
KSECRET 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. What it doesRetinal, 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. Why we chose itWe 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. Best forThe look of fine lines and crepey texture around the eyesEyes that look tired or dullDry or mature skin around the eyesRetinoid users who want one for the eye areaNot ideal ifYou are pregnant or breastfeeding: ask your doctor or pharmacist first, or choose Knours One Perfect Firming + Plumping Eye Cream, which has no retinoidYou have a nut allergy: it contains macadamia seed oilYou already use another retinoid around the eyes: do not layer twoKey ingredientsRetinal: smoother-looking texture and the look of fine lines over timeNiacinamide and 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid: a brighter, more even lookBakuchiol, adenosine and peptides: extra smoothing supportFermented ginseng, rice, soybean, Job's tears and potato: comfort and softnessTexture and finishA cream rather than a gel or serum, with macadamia oil, cholesterol and plant sterols in the base. Where it goes in your routineEvenings 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. What to expectMild 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. Quick facts: 30 ml · Retinal, niacinamide, bakuchiol, peptides · Contains macadamia oil · PM only · KSECRET, Korean brand
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  • Retinal eye cream with niacinamide and bakuchiol
  • Fermented ginseng, rice and soybean extracts
  • Evenings only; start 2 to 3 nights a week
  • Contains macadamia oil; not for pregnancy
Helps with
Fine linesCrepey textureTired-looking eyesDullness
Best for
NormalDryOilyCombination

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KSECRET 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.

What it does

Retinal, 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.

Why we chose it

We 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.

Best for

  • The look of fine lines and crepey texture around the eyes
  • Eyes that look tired or dull
  • Dry or mature skin around the eyes
  • Retinoid users who want one for the eye area

Not ideal if

  • You are pregnant or breastfeeding: ask your doctor or pharmacist first, or choose Knours One Perfect Firming + Plumping Eye Cream, which has no retinoid
  • You have a nut allergy: it contains macadamia seed oil
  • You already use another retinoid around the eyes: do not layer two

Key ingredients

  • Retinal: smoother-looking texture and the look of fine lines over time
  • Niacinamide and 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid: a brighter, more even look
  • Bakuchiol, adenosine and peptides: extra smoothing support
  • Fermented ginseng, rice, soybean, Job's tears and potato: comfort and softness

Texture and finish

A cream rather than a gel or serum, with macadamia oil, cholesterol and plant sterols in the base.

Where it goes in your routine

Evenings 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.

What to expect

Mild 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.

Quick facts: 30 ml · Retinal, niacinamide, bakuchiol, peptides · Contains macadamia oil · PM only · KSECRET, Korean brand

  • Evenings 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, and build up only if the area stays comfortable.
  • If the area feels dry or flaky, use it less often until it settles.
  • Wear sunscreen every morning, and do not layer another retinoid around the eyes.
  • Not recommended in pregnancy or breastfeeding without advice from a doctor or pharmacist.

Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Niacinamide, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Propanediol, Glyceryl Stearate, Cholesterol, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Sterols, Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Retinal, Silica, Disodium EDTA, Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate, Lactobacillus/Panax Ginseng Root Ferment Filtrate, Lactobacillus/Rice Ferment, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Saccharomyces/Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-yuen Seed Ferment Filtrate, Saccharomyces/Potato Extract Ferment Filtrate, Tocopherol, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Cnidium Officinale Root Extract, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Bakuchiol, sh-Oligopeptide-1, sh-Oligopeptide-2, sh-Polypeptide-1

Good to know

  • Contains retinal (vitamin A): introduce slowly and wear SPF daily
  • Not recommended in pregnancy or breastfeeding without medical advice
  • Contains macadamia seed oil (a nut oil) and soybean ferment
  • Contains cholesterol (source not stated); no fragrance listed

Is this a 4% retinal eye cream?

No. "Retinal Liposome 4%" is part of KSECRET's product name for its retinal ingredient. KSECRET do not state how much retinal the cream itself contains, so please do not read it as 4% retinal. It does contain retinal, so treat it as a retinoid and introduce it slowly.

I'm new to retinoids. Can I start with this?

Yes, if you go slowly: two or three evenings a week, building up only if your eye area stays comfortable. Some dryness while your skin adjusts is possible; if it happens, use it less often.

Can I use it while pregnant or breastfeeding?

It contains retinal, a form of vitamin A, so we don't recommend it without advice from your doctor or pharmacist. Knours One Perfect Firming + Plumping Eye Cream has no retinoid.

Is it suitable for sensitive skin?

We don't list it for sensitive skin because it contains retinal. If your skin is sensitive but already tolerates retinoids elsewhere, start on fewer evenings and patch test first.

Does it contain nut oil?

Yes, it contains macadamia seed oil. If you have a nut allergy, choose another eye cream.

UK Delivery

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Shipping: £2.99
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Shipping: FREE
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Dispatch & Delivery Times

  • Orders placed before 1pm Monday to Friday are dispatched the same working day.
  • Orders placed after 1:00 PM are dispatched the next working day.
  • Royal Mail Tracked 48 typically delivers within 2 working days.
  • Royal Mail Tracked 24 aims for next working day delivery.

So for orders £25 and over placed before 1pm on a working day:

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Seoul 1988 Eye Cream: Retinal Liposome 4% + Fermented Bean (30ml)

£20.99