
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Face wash cleanser with 3 main ingredients
FEATURES
Contains 4% Vitamin C + Glycolic Serum Complex, brightens skin, reduces dark spots, maintains moisture balance, removes impurities and excess oils, gentle yet effective
BEST FOR
normal
CHECKS
Does not compromise skin's protective barrier
Who Is It For?
All Skin Types Gender-neutral No Specific Age Range MentionedWhat Does It Help With?
Brightening Dark Spots Reduction Smooth Luminous Skin Radiant SkinBudget
Affordable (under $30)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
Instructions:
Key Information
What Streax Says
Product Description:
Achieve visibly brighter glowing skin in just a matter of days with the Streax Vitamin C & Glycolic Dual Power Serum Infused Face Wash. This advanced refreshing formula is designed to effectively cleanse your skin while maintaining its natural moisture balance. Enriched with the powerful benefits of Vitamin C and Glycolic Acid it helps to brighten and even out your complexion leaving your skin feeling fresh revitalized and radiant. The gentle yet effective cleansing action removes impurities and excess oils without compromising the skin's protective barrier ensuring a healthy glowing appearance. Ideal for daily use this face wash offers a revitalizing skincare experience that promotes smooth luminous skin.
About the Brand:
Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
vitamin-c,hyaluronic-acid,retinol
Key Ingredients
Vitamin C,Glycolic Acid,Hyaluronic Acid,Retinol
Ingredients Details
Retinol
Common Name(s): Vitamin a,all-trans retinol,(all-e)-3,7-dimethyl-9-(2,6,6-trimethyl-1-cyclohexen-1-yl)-2,4,6,8-nonatetraen-1-ol
CAS Number: 68-26-8
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Retinol accelerates skin cell turnover, stimulates collagen production, reduces fine lines and wrinkles, fades hyperpigmentation, and helps normalize pore size.
Why It's Used: It is the most evidence-backed anti-aging ingredient available without a prescription. it provides comprehensive skin renewal benefits that no other single cosmetic ingredient can match.
How It Works: Retinol is converted in the skin to retinoic acid, which binds to retinoid receptors in cell nuclei. this activates gene expression changes that accelerate cell turnover, boost collagen synthesis, and inhibit matrix metalloproteinases (collagen-degrading enzymes).
Typically Found In: Night creams,serums,eye creams,targeted treatment products,anti-aging formulations
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ vitamin a derivative
Secondary Functions: Exfoliating,anti-acne,brightening
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.025%โ1% (otc); start at low concentrations and build up slowly
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional โ can be animal-derived (fish liver, egg yolk) or synthetic; verify source
Halal Status: Conditional โ verify source; synthetic retinol is halal
Source Notes: Cosmetic retinol is predominantly synthetically manufactured. some natural sources include fish liver oils. synthetic is preferred for purity and sustainability.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 3/5 โ moderate; can cause dryness, peeling, redness, especially during adjustment period (retinization)
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic; actually helps clear pores
Sensitivity Concerns: Retinization period: 2โ6 weeks of potential dryness, flaking, and sensitivity. photosensitizing โ must use spf when using retinol. avoid during pregnancy.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Use with caution โ start at 0.025%, buffer with moisturizer, use every 2โ3 nights initially
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Safe for general use at otc concentrations. not recommended during pregnancy. avoid with waxing. use spf daily. ewg hazard score: varies by concentration.
Works Well With: Niacinamide (soothes irritation),peptides,ceramides,hyaluronic acid,spf (mandatory)
Avoid Combining With: Benzoyl peroxide (may inactivate retinol),ahas/bhas (when new to retinol โ overexfoliation risk),vitamin c (use at different times)
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Retinol is approximately 20 times less potent than prescription tretinoin (retinoic acid) but significantly better tolerated. the conversion rate of retinol to retinoic acid in skin is the rate-limiting step in its efficacy.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cir safety assessment,journal of investigative dermatology,kligman et al. studies
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12