The most important ingredients

Retinol

The gold standard in anti-ageing - a form of vitamin A that accelerates skin renewal.

Function: Can support the skin's resilience, ease wrinkles, brighten pigment spots and refine skin texture.

Salicylic acid

The only fat-soluble fruit acid (BHA) - can penetrate into the pores, where water-based acids cannot reach.

Function: Can unclog pores, clear blemishes and soothe irritated skin.

Bakuchiol

Plant-based alternative to retinol from the seeds of the babchi plant - similar effect, but better tolerated.

Function: Can support skin renewal and ease fine lines, without the typical retinol irritation.

Azelaic acid

Naturally occurring acid (also produced by yeasts on the skin) with multiple effects.

Function: Can ease blemishes, redness and pigment spots at the same time - one of the most versatile actives.

Application

Evening apply to clean, dry skin - targeting affected areas. Start with 2x per week and increase with good tolerance.

Contains retinol - always use sunscreen during the day (minimum SPF 30) use.

Frequently asked questions

Is there one product for blemishes and wrinkles at the same time?

That is exactly what the Retinol + Blemish Complex is for. Retinol for cell renewal and wrinkle reduction, anti-acne actives for blemishes - both in one formula without compromising each other.

Isn't retinol too aggressive for acne-prone skin?

Classic retinol can be irritating, especially on already irritated, blemished skin. This complex combines retinol with soothing actives (niacinamide, centella) that buffer the irritation potential without reducing the effectiveness.

Can I combine this complex with other retinol products?

No. This complex is already a complete retinol routine. Do not combine it with other retinol or retinoic acid products - that increases the irritation load without increasing the benefit.

How long until acne-related redness and blemishes improve?

First visible improvements: 3 to 4 weeks. Maximum clarification: 8 to 12 weeks of continuous use. The retinol needs several cell renewal cycles before structural changes become visible.

Which age group is this complex suitable for?

Ideal for adult acne from the mid-20s to 40s, where classic acne products are too aggressive or drying and pure anti-ageing products do not address blemishes. Two concerns in one routine.

About the brand

ZO Skin Health was developed by Dr. Zein Obagi - one of the world's most renowned dermatologists, with over 35 years of research in Beverly Hills. His principle: the skin is not “repaired” from the outside; instead, the cells themselves are activated. Because collagen, elastin and cell renewal decline with age, ZO products work in a targeted way across different skin layers - as system skincare following established treatment protocols, not as a single product.

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Ingredients (INCI)

Aqua, Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Glycerin, Salicylic Acid, Sclerotium Gum, Dimethicone, Silica, Cetyl Glyceryl Ether, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetyl Tranexamate Mesylate, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Leontopodium Alpinum Meristem Cell Culture, Marrubium Vulgare Meristem Cell Culture, Retinol, Lecithin, Propanediol, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, BHT, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sodium Bisulfite, Sodium Metabisulfite, Sodium Sulfite, Sodium Sulfate, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan Oleate, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Isohexadecane, Bakuchiol, Aminomethyl Propanol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Polysorbate 80, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorphenesin

Instructions for use

Contains retinol. Retinol increases skin photosensitivity. Use daily sunscreen with at least SPF 30. Avoid contact with eyes, nose, mouth and lips; rinse with water if contact occurs. Use during pregnancy, breastfeeding or in children under 12 years is not recommended. Redness, flaking, dryness or mild burning are normal initial reactions to retinol.
Discontinue use 2 days before aesthetic skin treatments (IPL, microneedling, peels).

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