KORA OrganicsPlant Stem Cell Retinol Alternative Serum 30 ml

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  Lina

  3 days

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  Pretty good

  I got three products from Kora Organics, and first up with the review is the serum. The serum comes in a very nice glass bottle, which feels luxurious and beautiful. The serum has a thicker consistency than other serums I've had. However, this makes it a bit difficult to pump the serum with the dropper. But it's no big deal. The serum promises to combat visible signs of aging without irritation. And I feel no irritation on my skin. I do have quite sensitive skin, and usually don't react to anything directly in skincare. I've been using the serum for about three weeks. I can't directly say that I see many visible results on aging signs (which I have as a 45-year-old). But before Kora's serum, I used another serum with a similar effect. So if I hadn't used a serum before that worked against aging signs, maybe I would have seen clearer results? Or maybe I just need to use the serum longer to see results. Overall, it's a nice serum. The serum absorbs easily into the skin. Unfortunately, the serum has a scent that isn't very pleasant. It actually doesn't smell good at all. But the scent is only noticeable during application, and not something that lingers later. I will continue to use the serum and hope for visible results moving forward. #LYKOINFLUTESTER #KORAORGANICS

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  Sejin

  3 weeks

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  Luxurious retinol alternative with overwhelming scent.

  💖 I received the product for free as a #LYKOINFLUTESTER. I got to test three skincare products from #KORAORGANICS. The serum contains bakuchiol, which, as the name suggests, is normally used as an alternative to low-concentration retinol. My skin is dry, sensitive, and acne-prone, without signs of aging. Besides a mild PHA peeling, I don’t use any ingredients with anti-aging properties other than as spot treatment on PIH, and I’m also cautious with oils. I was therefore a bit nervous when I saw the ingredient list, and even after patch testing, I was hesitant to try the serum on my entire face. But I was pleasantly surprised, as my skin remained calm and felt soft. However, the serum has still made my skin oily after a few hours, so even though it hasn’t been directly irritated, it seems to have become a bit dehydrated. I haven’t gotten acne, but it’s still a concern. The serum comes in a heavier glass bottle with a dropper and has a slightly thick but easily applied consistency. Plus for being organic and vegan 🌱 It smells as expected strongly of plants, but the scent is SO overwhelmingly sharp that I get a headache if I apply it near my nose. It smells like someone has pressed an entire garden into a perfume bottle, and while some may like that, I do not. They really emphasize the plant stem cells in the product and call the serum double-action, and I guess that also contributes to the high price, so I must mention that scientifically it’s unclear whether plant stem cells in skincare achieve anything at all. Bakuchiol has documented effects, but I’m skeptical about pushing hard for plant stem cells and raising the price because of it. ⭐ I like how the serum initially makes my skin feel, but it doesn’t outweigh the other downsides. For those looking for a luxurious bakuchiol serum, who aren’t sensitive to scents, and prioritize vegan + eco, it might suit them well, but for me, unfortunately, it was a miss.

  

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  Sejin
  2 weeks
  Yes, it can really be so different, I experienced the opposite that the smell never really went away and even had to wash my face a couple of times because it became so overwhelming. But fun to hear that it works well for you and others!
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• Annie

  3 days

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  Midtree

  I am a serum lover! I like 2 maybe 3 steps in skincare besides cleansing. I give this serum a midtree. That's because I like that the serum gives me that feeling of moisture, nourishment, smooth skin, and hopefully does something about the dry lines. But it does it halfway, I feel a bit dry after it has absorbed into the skin. But: 💖 I like the bottle, fits well next to the rest of the family 💖 Easy to calculate how much to use 💖 Smells clean and good. But you have to like herbs 🧖‍♀️ 3/5 stars and that’s because 🤖 Doesn’t feel as rich as I want 🤖 Doesn’t give as much moisture as I want #lykoinflutester #koraorganics

  

  

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• Jeanette

  4 days

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  Nice pipette bottle

  I got this for free from #LYKOINFLUTESTER and #KORAORGANICS and have tested it now for a month with the accompanying face cream. I like the bottle and the pipette, you get good control over the product amount. And you don't need more than a drop, so it's economical to use. I've used it morning and night and think it absorbs easily, it's not runny and takes a little time to absorb before you use the face cream. I have normal but sensitive skin and have mostly reacted negatively to most things that are for aging skin, I am 45. This is a positive surprise, I haven't reacted negatively, quite the opposite, I see that the unevenness in my mouth corners has become less 😊 very positive experience. But, it doesn't smell good, I don't understand why nothing was done about it before the product was launched, it smells tight of something indeterminate. And it lasts for a while, now 10 minutes after application I can still smell it. And that's such a shame, because the product does what it promises. Now I am sensitive to smells, so I recommend if you are considering a purchase to smell them in the store first ☺️

  

  

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• Line 🪩

  4 days

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  🌸 ok!

  I have been so lucky to test products from Kora Organics this past month! First impression: wow, what packaging, both the paper on the outside and the product itself! This looks fantastic in the bathroom. I have normal to dry skin, and I am quite sensitive. As a 27-year-old, I am starting to see some lines, and therefore I am on the hunt for products that counteract this. I love a good glow in the skin, and the content of this series promotes both glow and firmer skin. The serum is quite thick in consistency, and does not feel as moisturizing as I actually want from a serum. On the other hand, it has good ingredients and feels good and sensitive. - Intense scent, which can remind of the smell of plants. - The serum feels thick and does not provide much moisture + Sensitive to the skin + I have not had any breakouts in the form of pimples or impurities All in all, a positive overall impression, but not a new favorite for me. #lykoinflutester #koraorganics

  

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• Emma

  5 days

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  Nja

  As a #lykoinflutester, I received this serum from Kora Organics. The first thing I thought of was the smell, I didn't like it at all, it was very strong and didn't smell good😫 I personally have very sensitive and dry skin, after using the serum and cream it felt like my face got warm and started to sting. I don't have any wrinkles on my face or anything like that, so unfortunately I can't say if it works for that, but my face became soft and felt hydrated☁️ Nothing I will continue to use unfortunately #koraorganics

  

  

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• Kajsa

  5 days

  Thick and Smelly

  Not a favorite! Doesn't feel like a serum with its thick consistency that's hard to get out of the bottle. The scent is not pleasant. Feels like cake on cake to use this before another cream. Haven't dared to use it every day since my skin, which is somewhat sensitive, has become a bit red after use. Not impressed!

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  Maja
  Customer service at Lyko
  4 days
  Hey Kajsa! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experiences with the serum, even though it wasn't quite a home run for you this time I’m keeping my fingers crossed that you have a favorite to fall back on, and if you’d like tips on other products, we’re happy to help, we’re just an email or a call away Have a really nice and lovely day!

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• Anna

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  Great serum but high price tag

  About a month ago, these three products from Lyko arrived When I read about the products beforehand, I can say that they really caught my interest and I was looking forward to trying them. First impression; Wow, what beautiful packaging! Second impression; The scent! Not a strong or migraine-inducing scent, but the cream and serum don't smell good. I don't know how to describe the scent, and I feel that the serum smells a bit more than the cream, but thankfully it doesn't linger. The serum is maybe a bit thicker in consistency than I'm used to, but I see that as a positive! It absorbs into the skin without any issues, but in some way, it still feels there. After applying another serum, it can feel like you haven't applied anything at all after 5 minutes. That's not the case here! My skin is very dry and a bit gray and dull, especially this year, but I feel that after using this serum (+ 2 other products, hard to determine which has worked the most. Or if it's simply the combination that does it) my skin has become firmer, more hydrated, and a bit more lively. +Beautiful bottle! Best pipette ever!! +CF and vegan 💖 +I think it delivers on its promises -The scent -The price tag Of course, it's individual what is considered expensive, too expensive, or not worth the money. #LYKOINFLUTESTER #KORAORGANICS

  

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• Unn Kristin

  5 days

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  Good texture, unpleasant smell

  I have tested this serum from Kora. I like the appearance, nice color and easy to use, I like that it is a "pump bottle". Nice texture and economical in use, I have had this product for a long time. Together with the day cream and oil from the same brand, I think my skin has become a bit firmer. I have honestly used this serum here as little as possible, about 3-4 times a week. And never more than once a day, and that is solely because the smell is one of the worst I have ever smelled in a product before. If the smell had been better, I would have easily given the product 5 stars #LYKOINFLUTESTER #KORAORGANICS

  

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• Sara

  5 days

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  Smells too strong

  I had the opportunity to test this serum for a few weeks, along with other products from Kora organics My skin type is normal, but occasionally oily in certain areas of my face. This serum feels very rich, and it is a bit too oily. Unfortunately, it doesn't suit my skin type very well 😕 I also found that it became quite tight in a strange way on my face, and that it had a very strong scent that feels herbal. I also think that the consistency of the serum doesn't match the packaging very well, as it is almost too thick to be drawn up in the pipette 🤲 It's hard to give a product such a low rating, but unfortunately there wasn't much about this product that I liked! I can imagine that it would suit a skin type that is oilier than mine and that needs a lot of extra moisture 😊 #lykoinflutester #koraorganics

  

  

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  Annica
  Customer service at Lyko
  4 days
  Hey Sara! What a great and detailed review of your experience with the serum! Thank you for your review, and I hope you find something else that might suit your skin better if you keep testing Take care!
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• Pia

  6 days

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  Works for me

  This serum is a fantastic alternative to traditional retinol, and it delivers impressive results without irritating the skin. With plant-based stem cells and bakuchiol, it brightened pigmentation and smoothed out my skin in a way that I truly appreciate. The serum is lightweight in consistency and absorbs quickly, making it easy to use under moisturizer or sunscreen. The results came gradually, but the effect was clear: freckles became less prominent, and my skin got a fresher and clearer tone. Unfortunately, the scent is once again a weakness. It’s not too strong, but has a natural and slightly "green" smell that doesn’t appeal to me. #LYKOINFLUTESTER #KORAORGANICS

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• Ida

  1 week

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  Strong and terrible scent in this serum

  As a #lykoinflutester, I have received three different products to review this time. First up is a retinol serum from the brand #koraorganics 👩‍🦰 my skin type: Sensitive, dry, and combination skin type. 🌟 the product: A dual-action serum for both day & night use. An organic product that contains 5% retinol. I would say it’s an effective but still gentle retinol (my skin usually totally protests against retinol, but this one was completely okay). The product is supposed to combat signs of aging while also providing a moisturizing boost. 🤔 what do I think of the product? Four weeks of use is a short time to give a product a fair chance. In this short time, I think it’s gentle when it comes to containing retinol. My sensitive skin type absolutely cannot use this product every day, though, it says so itself. But using it 2-3 times a week worked just fine. A very creamy and just the right thickness. Doesn’t moisturize enough for my skin type. I also wouldn’t buy this as the scent is downright strong and terrible. Even my partner reacted and wondered what the heck I had used. No yuck. Not pleasant at all. The product gets its two stars for its gentle retinol, the ingredient list, and the dropper which was incredibly good otherwise. ➕ This product I think best suits: An oily skin type that also has trouble with retinol.

  

  

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