[ K-SECRET ] SEOUL 1988 Advanced Shot : Retinal Liposome 12% + Black Rice 15ml

RECOMMENDED FOR: Mature skin, skin dealing with wrinkles, reduced elasticity, rough texture, and enlarged pores

PERFECT FOR: When signs of ageing, rough texture, and enlarged pores are on your mind, and you want powerful anti-ageing care with concentrated retinal

AM: It is recommended to use at night. If you use it during the day, be sure to wear sunscreen.

PM: Evening (nighttime) use: after cleansing and toning, take a pea-size amount and spread over your face and neck, avoiding the eye and mouth areas, then absorb and finish with a moisturiser (start with 2-3 times weekly in the evening for the first 1-2 weeks, gradually increasing; sunscreen is essential for daytime outings).

A light gel-cream that absorbs fast and adheres with no stickiness. A light tingling sensation may be felt on application due to the spicules. Free from synthetic fragrance.

Retinal Liposome 12%, Black Rice Extract, 22,275 Micro-Spicules (Hydrolyzed Sponge), Niacinamide, Panthenol & Shea Butter

- Retinal Liposome 12%: liposome-encapsulated next-gen vitamin A that converts up to 11x faster than regular retinol, reducing irritation while delivering it deep into skin, promoting cell turnover and improving deep wrinkles and elasticity
- Black Rice: rich antioxidants protect skin from free radicals for a firm barrier and clear skin tone
- Micro-Spicules: a fine needle structure boosts deep absorption of active ingredients, refining texture and enlarged pores; niacinamide eases pigmentation and improves skin tone

22,275 Micro-Spicules, a Retinal Liposome 12% Concentrated Night Slow-Ageing Shot

K-SECRET's SEOUL 1988 Advanced Shot. A concentrated 12% retinal liposome converts up to 11 times faster than regular retinol, reducing irritation while promoting cell turnover and improving deep wrinkles and elasticity. 22,275 micro-spicules boost deep absorption of active ingredients, refining texture and enlarged pores, while black rice protects skin with antioxidants.

A key high-concentration retinal care item on K-SECRET's official store.

PICK NO.3 RATING
SENSITIVITY: 5/5

WHY WE PICKED IT: A highly specific 22,275-spicule count, combined with a concentrated 12% retinal liposome content, made this an easy pick.

CLINICAL RESULTS: 22,275-spicule micro-needle delivery technology and a liposome-stabilising formula applied (no official testing institution certification name confirmed).

SAFETY NOTES: A patch test before use is recommended, and avoid contact with thin areas like the eye and mouth. Given the retinal content, evening use is recommended and sunscreen is essential.

GLOBAL SALES: Listed and sold as a key high-concentration retinal care item on K-SECRET's official store (cumulative sales figures not disclosed).

AWARDS: Not disclosed.

PICKER'S COMMENT: "Many reviewers report skin texture becomes smoother with less roughness, and while there's a light tingling from the spicules, absorption is fast and skin refines with no irritation."

USAGE DURATION: Not disclosed (no official recommended period stated by the brand).

Water, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Cetearyl Alcohol, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Glyceryl Stearate, Behenyl Alcohol, Panthenol, Vinyl Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Stearyl Alcohol, Tocopherol, Cholesterol, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Sterols, Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Retinal, Silica, Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Hydrolyzed Sponge, Disodium EDTA, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Allantoin, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Cnidium Officinale Root Extract, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract (15ml (0.50 fl. oz.))

Q. Why is retinal liposome good?
A. It's a liposome-encapsulated next-gen vitamin A that converts up to 11 times faster than regular retinol, reducing irritation while delivering it deep into skin.

Q. Is the tingling normal?
A. Yes, a light tingling sensation as the 22,275 micro-spicules penetrate is normal.

Q. Can I use it during the day?
A. Given the retinal content, evening use is recommended, and sunscreen is essential for daytime outings.

Q. Any precautions for first-time use?
A. We recommend starting with 2-3 times weekly in the evening for the first 1-2 weeks, then gradually increasing.

Q. Who is this best for?
A. Mature skin, wrinkles, reduced elasticity, rough texture, enlarged pores

Q. Is there anyone who should skip this one?
A. If you're new to retinal or have sensitive skin, be sure to do a patch test before your first use.