A bottle of A-Game 10 on white background.
A photo of a tilted bottle of A-Game 10 with the serum texture, a yellow emulsion. The text on the image explains why it's geek: contains 0.1% stabilized Retinal + soothing Allantoin and Panthenol. Helps against all sighns of aging. A different section of text explains why it's gorgeous: silky, light emulsion ideal for combination, oily skin. High strengh, gentle yet super effective. Cruelty free, vegan.
A close up photo of A-Game 10 texture pressed on a finger. The text on the image explains how to use the product: use it in your PM routine after your liquids and gel type of products - use it only if you're an experienced retinoid user. Apply a pea sized amount to your fingertip&place a small dot on your forehead, nose, cheeks and chin. Blend it evenly and wait a few seconds until it's fully absorbed, then follow with your moisturizer. Do not use it if you're pregnant!
A bottle of A-Game 10 on white background.
A photo of a tilted bottle of A-Game 10 with the serum texture, a yellow emulsion. The text on the image explains why it's geek: contains 0.1% stabilized Retinal + soothing Allantoin and Panthenol. Helps against all sighns of aging. A different section of text explains why it's gorgeous: silky, light emulsion ideal for combination, oily skin. High strengh, gentle yet super effective. Cruelty free, vegan.
A close up photo of A-Game 10 texture pressed on a finger. The text on the image explains how to use the product: use it in your PM routine after your liquids and gel type of products - use it only if you're an experienced retinoid user. Apply a pea sized amount to your fingertip&place a small dot on your forehead, nose, cheeks and chin. Blend it evenly and wait a few seconds until it's fully absorbed, then follow with your moisturizer. Do not use it if you're pregnant!
A bottle of A-Game 10 on white background.
A photo of a tilted bottle of A-Game 10 with the serum texture, a yellow emulsion. The text on the image explains why it's geek: contains 0.1% stabilized Retinal + soothing Allantoin and Panthenol. Helps against all sighns of aging. A different section of text explains why it's gorgeous: silky, light emulsion ideal for combination, oily skin. High strengh, gentle yet super effective. Cruelty free, vegan.
A close up photo of A-Game 10 texture pressed on a finger. The text on the image explains how to use the product: use it in your PM routine after your liquids and gel type of products - use it only if you're an experienced retinoid user. Apply a pea sized amount to your fingertip&place a small dot on your forehead, nose, cheeks and chin. Blend it evenly and wait a few seconds until it's fully absorbed, then follow with your moisturizer. Do not use it if you're pregnant!

A-Game 10

Regular price $19.90
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A silky, light emulsion containing a high-strength amount of Retinal to help against all signs of aging.   

1 fl.oz. (30 ml)

Skin type: all skin types

Skin concern: lines & wrinkles, loss of firmness, uneven skin, pigmentation, dullness, lack of radiance

Cruelty-free | Vegan | Breastfeeding-safe | Fragrance & Essential oil free | Gluten-free 

Good to know: This product is for experienced retinoid users. If you are just starting out, we recommend A-Game 5, our mid-strength Retinal serum. 
A bottle of A-Game 10 on white background.

A-Game 10

Regular price $19.90
Sale price $19.90 Regular price
Unit price

description

Retinal is the "big brother" molecule of the better known anti-aging superstar, Retinol. While Retinol needs two metabolic conversion steps to reach the active form, Retinoic Acid (aka Tretinoin), Retinal is the direct precursor only one conversion step away from the active form the skin cells understand. It is estimated that Retinal can convert more than 10x faster to Retinoic Acid than Retinol, making Retinal an outstandingly effective member of the retinoid family (Vitamin A family).
6-6.5
pH
0.1%
Retinal
+
Allantoin Biosaccharide Gum-1
Once converted, Retinal helps the skin cells to produce more collagen and other structural elements, making the skin more youthful, firm and elastic. It also speeds up the renewal process of the upper skin layers making it smoother and more even. A-Game is a smart-aging must-have, but it is also useful as an adjacent product for fading pigmentation, as well as helping acne-prone skin. In terms of strength and knowledge, we would compare our 0.1% Retinal serum to a high-strength Retinol product (typically in the 0.5-1% range), but with less irritation potential and possibly quicker results.

who is it for?

We recommend this product, if you have already used our A-Game 5, loved it and you feel that your skin is ready for the next level. In terms of texture, this product is great for all skin types, including combination, oily skin. 

Skin type
all skin types
Skin problem
lines & wrinkles, loss of firmness, uneven skin, pigmentation, dullness, lack of radiance
Texture
bright yellow, silky and light emulsion 

how to use

Apply a pea sized amount to the face in the PM. In your evening routine, apply liquid and gel-type products first (for example a toner, or our other serums such as HA 5 or B-Bomb), then A-Game. Follow with a moisturizer. Wear a sunscreen of SPF 30 or greater in the morning.

If you are using A-Game 10 for the first time, phase in application starting at 2-3 times per week for two weeks. If well-tolerated, move up to every other evening in two weeks and finally - if your skin tolerates it - every night. Depending on your skin's sensitivity, you may be able to use A-Game 10 around your eyes and on your neck, but please only use a small amount, adjusting frequency based on your skin's individual level of tolerance.

Do not use if pregnant. Topical use of retinoids during breastfeeding is considered low risk, however, please consult your physician first.

Good to know: A-Game has a bright yellow color due to the high concentration of Retinal in it. Based on our experience, it dissipates on the skin and does not leave a yellow tint on surfaces. If you still experience residual color, you can minimize it by leaving time for the product to fully absorb & using a moisturizer on top. Any marks can be removed by washing your clothes & fabrics with your regular detergent.

Shelf life: 18 months from production (unopened), 6 months PAO (period after opening)

ingreds & research

key ingreds:

Retinal (0.1%) – An anti-aging superstar ingredient that is the direct precursor of Retinoic Acid (the active form that the skin cells understand) and shows an outstanding activity/tolerance ratio among topical retinoids. 

Allantoin & Panthenol – A classic ingredient duo known for their skin soothing and skin protecting abilities.

Biosaccharide Gum-1 – A carbohydrate molecule that has nice skin soothing and moisturizing abilities, and makes A-Game even more gentle and silky. 

full inci list:

Aqua (Water), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Oleyl Erucate, Glycerin, Triheptanoin, Cyclodextrin, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Allantoin, Retinal, Rubus Chamaemorus (Cloudberry) Seed Oil, Panthenol, Citric Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Disodium Edta, Pentylene Glycol, Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol

research:

Creidi, P., and Ph Humbert. "Clinical use of topical retinaldehyde on photoaged skin." Dermatology 199.Suppl. 1 (1999): 49-52.

Siegenthaler, G., J. H. Saurat, and M. Ponec. "Retinol and retinal metabolism." Biochemical Journal 268.2 (1990): 371-378.

Fluhr, J. W., et al. "Tolerance profile of retinol, retinaldehyde and retinoic acid under maximized and long-term clinical conditions." Dermatology 199.Suppl. 1 (1999): 57-60.

Creidi, Pierre, et al. "Profilometric evaluation of photodamage after topical retinaldehyde and retinoic acid treatment." Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology 39.6 (1998): 960-965.

Mukherjee, Siddharth, et al. "Retinoids in the treatment of skin aging: an overview of clinical efficacy and safety." Clinical interventions in aging 1.4 (2006): 327.

Dréno, B., et al. "Topical retinaldehyde with glycolic acid: study of tolerance and acceptability in association with anti-acne treatments in 1,709 patients." Dermatology 210.Suppl. 1 (2005): 22-29.

Pechere, M., et al. "The antibacterial activity of topical retinoids: the case of retinaldehyde." Dermatology 205.2 (2002): 153-158.

 

Customer Reviews

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Anonymous
Not for me, sadly

I was very excited to try this product and I definitely some results, but it also makes my pores look so much 'dirtier', clogged and more visible. Especially on my nose. This really frustrates me and doesn't make my skin better. I'm not buying it again, unfortunately.

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Mireille
First use

I use it three times a week. I tolerate it well.

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Niall McLoughlin
Tube leaks

I like the product on my skin, but it’s the second product that has leaked on me from this company while in my wash bag.

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Katie Elder
Love it!

I’m really loving the A Game, my skin is sensitive and it’s not breaking out with this product, starting to see some acne clear up and it just feels good putting it on. I absolutely love the price point and quality. I will be restocking!!

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Tisa Smith

I love this stuff. I plan to keep using it.

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