Mad Hippie Vitamin A Serum with Hyaluronic Acid, 1.02 oz — Night Hydrating Serum, Gentle Retinoid

This lightweight evening serum blends a milder vitamin A derivative with humectants and botanical hydrators to support skin renewal without the irritation often linked to stronger retinols. Designed for nightly use, it layers easily under creams and helps reduce the look of texture, fine lines, and uneven pigmentation over time. The formula is vegan, cruelty-free, and free from GMO ingredients, making it suitable for shoppers seeking clean-beauty alternatives.

How should I use this serum in my nightly routine?

Apply a few drops to clean, dry skin each night, then follow with a moisturizer. Start slowly—every other night—if you have sensitive skin, and increase frequency as tolerated. Avoid mixing with harsh actives until your skin adjusts.

• Use 2–3 drops for face and neck
• Begin 2–3 nights per week, increase gradually
• Layer under a night cream or oil for extra hydration
• Avoid stronger exfoliants the same night

What results can I expect and when?

Visible improvements in texture and tone typically appear after consistent use over several weeks. Because this product uses a milder vitamin A, results accumulate more gently than with prescription-strength retinoids, with reduced risk of irritation when used as directed.

• Smoother skin texture within 4–8 weeks for many users
• Reduced appearance of fine lines with ongoing use
• Fading of dark spots over months with consistent nightly application
• Immediate skin comfort from hyaluronic acid and aloe vera

Can people with sensitive or dry skin use this serum?

The formula is designed to be gentler than traditional retinol, and includes hyaluronic acid salts, aloe, and oat beta-glucan to soothe and hydrate. Patch testing and gradual introduction are recommended for sensitive skin to minimize redness or dryness.

• Patch test behind ear or inner arm before full-face use
• Start every-other-night or mix with a moisturizer to dilute
• Use a barrier moisturizer if dryness occurs
• Avoid during active irritation or sunburn

What key ingredients are inside and why they matter?

This serum pairs a milder retinoid-like form of vitamin A with hydrating and calming botanicals to support nightly renewal while maintaining moisture. The ingredient selection favors plant-derived and skin-conditioning components rather than harsh solvents or fragrances.

• Vitamin A derivative: promotes cellular turnover with less irritation
• Hyaluronic acid salts: draw and retain moisture for plumping effect
• Aloe vera and oat beta-glucan: soothe and reduce visible redness
• Coconut oil: supports skin barrier and leaves a smooth finish

Who this is for: If you want a milder alternative to stronger retinols that still targets texture, fine lines, and uneven tone, this serum is a good fit. It suits routine-minded users who prefer clean, vegan, and cruelty-free skincare and are comfortable introducing a gentle vitamin A at night. Those with very reactive skin should proceed gradually or consult a dermatologist before use.

Ingredients

Water (Aqua), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Propandiol, Glycerin, Squalane, Caprylic Capric Triglycerides, Retinyl Linoleate*, Bakuchiol, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract, Polyglutamic Acid, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate*, Retinol*, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Phenethyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Oat Beta-Glucan, Ethylhexyl Glycerin, Stearyl Phosphate, Stearyl Alcohol, Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Fruit Extract, Acetyl Glucosamine, Sodium Hyaluronate Acid, Xanthan Gum, Steam-Distilled Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Tocopherol *form of Vitamin A