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# Supercharged Renewal Serums
Maelove's Moonlight Retinal Super Serum is Non-Irritating

By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2022-09-06 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retinal-super-serum
References: [maelove](https://maelove.com/products/moonlight-retinal-serum)

Maelove's [Moonlight](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coach-dreams-moonlight) Retinal Super Serum boasts an unusual yellow color and a potent list of skin-caring ingredients to deliver all the results of retinol without harshness. Also in the formula are niacinamide, bisabolol, ceramide, tea extracts, hyaluronic acid and squalane.

The brand describes its Moonlight Retinal Super Serum as an upgraded version of [retinol serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystal-retinal-24). As the brand says, "Our breakthrough was in choosing retinaldehyde (retinal), a form of Vitamin A which is estimated to be up to 20 times more effective than retinol." Even for those who have given up on high-potency retinol or prescription retinoic acid products because of sensitivity, the Moonlight Retinal Super Serum offers the benefits of results-driven solutions, minus the irritation.

Additionally, retinaldehyde is also antibacterial, which makes it especially beneficial for acne-prone skin.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.6/10
- Popularity: 51% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 12%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Retinaldehyde Resurgence:** The use of retinaldehyde as a replacement for harsh retinol may lead to new product developments.
- **Gentler Skincare Solutions:** Creating non-irritating skincare products inspired by retinaldehyde can lead to more gentle skincare options.
- **Power-packed Serums:** There will be an increased demand for multi-ingredient serums that offer potent skincare solutions.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Cosmetic Manufacturing:** Cosmetic companies can invest in R&D to explore new ingredients inspired by retinaldehyde.
- **Beauty Retail:** Retailers can focus on stocking skincare products that contain powerful, yet gentle ingredients like retinaldehyde.
- **Dermatology:** Dermatologists can explore the potential of retinaldehyde to create customized skincare plans for patients with sensitive skin.

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