Ruminae Smooth Cream Retinol 0.1% + Bakuchiol 0.5% Cream | 30ml / 1.01 fl oz
Key Points
[SMOOTH RETINOL CREAM] Pure retinol (0.1%) paired with bakuchiol (0.5%) helps firm, smooth, and brighten skin on the face, neck, and eye area. The lightweight cream absorbs quickly, leaving a clean, non-greasy finish, and layers easily under makeup or your daily skincare routine.
[KEY INGREDIENTS] Retinol and Bakuchiol deliver dual-action renewal, smoothing fine lines and boosting firmness. Niacinamide and Hyaluronic Acid replenish moisture and even skin tone, while Blueberry Extract and Trehalose create an antioxidant, moisture-locking shield for extra soothing. Irritation-free, cruelty-free formula made with only essential ingredients.
[BEGINNER-FRIENDLY RETINOL] Gentle enough for first-time retinol users yet effective for visible results. This retinol complex is paired with bakuchiol (0.5%) and further buffered with soothing blueberry extract and hydrating trehalose to help minimize dryness, making it suitable for daily use on the face, neck, and eye area.
[SUITABLE FOR ALL SKIN TYPES] Designed for daily use on face, neck, and under-eye areas. Targets early fine lines, dullness, uneven tone, and tired-looking eyes without harsh additives.
[K-BEAUTY INNOVATION] Made in Korea with a focus on gentle yet high-performance care. A lightweight cream that layers easily under makeup or your nightly skincare routine.
How to Use?
1) After cleansing, apply a small amount around the eye area, avoiding the eyelids. (The skin on eyelids is thin and has no oil glands, making it more sensitive to retinol.)
2) Gently pat until fully absorbed.
3) Follow with a hydrating cream if needed.
Key Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Methyl Trimethicone, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Niacinamide, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Olivate, Glyceryl Stearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Sorbitan Olivate, Trehalose, Bakuchiol, Stearyl Alcohol, Arginine, Carbomer, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Allantoin, Carnosine, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Panthenol, Tocopherol, Xanthan Gum, Adenosine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dipropylene Glycol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Fructooligosaccharides, Beta-Glucan, Centella Asiatica Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid.
Perfectly made for what it does
The eye cream came in perfect condition with no leaks or oozing. The screw-on cap closes securely while still being easy to open. The cream didn't have any scent and is a thick cream that's easy to dispense from the tube. It only takes a little bit, as it spreads easily and absorbs quickly. My skin felt soft after applying and I didn't see any redness or irritation afterwards.
I suffer from dark under eye circles and I've rarely found products that help with them. I've recently started trying retinol products to see if they improve over time, and it's hard to tell so early on whether they are having an effect. At any rate, this is a generous amount of retinol under eye cream at a reasonable price ($22 at time of writing). You only need a tiny bit of this type of retinol-containing eye cream each use, so it should last a very long time. I'm not super familiar with the other active ingredient, bakuchiol, but I'm hoping that its addition to the product might also help improve dark circles. It seems to me like many under eye products work extremely well for puffiness or bags under the eyes, but very little helps with dark circles. I'm going to be patient with these active ingredients but wanted to provide first impressions. No notable fragrance and it absorbs easily. I've also included photos of my eyes before any skincare and after applying this eye cream and a moisturizer.
This works decently well for me, even though I can only use it 2-3 times per week. Retinol is powerful stuff and makes my under eye skin peel horribly if I use it nightly. The progress is slow-going, but I can see little differences. And by "little", I mean differences that no one else would notice because they're not obsessively looking at my face every day. The cream, even though it's supposed to be gentle, is still too strong for my sensitive skin, which is frustrating.The cream has a yellowish tint to it, and the fragrance is nothing special. Probably what you would expect from a retinol product. When used in moderation and with another moisturizing cream, this stuff does great at hydrating and smoothing/depuffing my under eye bags and lines. It really does seem to brighten my eye area. I hope I can get to the day where I can use this every other night, because I want to see results a lot faster than I am now.All in all, recommended.
For use around the eyes, Retinol creams seem to vary in concentration from 0.01% to 0.1%. This product has 0.1%. And, based on what I have read, creams are available for use in other areas in concentrations up to as much as 1%. This product seems to be considered to be a reasonable choice and that is one reason it was ordered.The one ounce tube arrived in 10 days which was very early in the expected delivery time frame. The product and its retail box were in good shape.The tube's opening was sealed with a foil tab to prevent leakage and potential contamination. The cream is white in color and is about the same consistency as might be expected from this type on product. It is absorbed quickly when applied.I noted no appreciable fragrance. The user is advised to use this product at night due to potential photosensitivity concerns. Regarding the expiration date, the box is marked: EXP 20270522.This cream's long-term effect is yet to be determined. However, in the short term, it appears to function as intended.