NUMBUZIN NO.2 ROSE PDRN COLLAGEN PLUMPING SERUM 30ML

Values checked: 100% Genuine (Adilsons sourcing policy) · FA-Conditional (see Section 30B) · Fragrance-Free (confirmed by INCI) · Halal-Friendly* (self-assessed, with a caveat — see Section 26) · Not Vegan (Collagen and Sodium DNA/PDRN are animal/marine-derived — see Section 26).

If your skin has been looking flat or "deflated" lately rather than simply dry, that specific bounce-loss feeling is what this serum's peptide and PDRN story targets, not surface dryness alone.

Pros: lightweight watery-milky texture that layers well under Mauritius humidity; fragrance-free; multi-humectant hydration (Glycerin, Trehalose, Hyaluronic Acid, Glycereth-26) sits above the estimated 1% line even before the headline actives are counted. Caveats: the brand's "5% Rose PDRN" marketing figure is not independently verified against INCI position (see Section 23); not vegan; no published pH or clinical study for this exact SKU.

Classification: GREEN for teens 16+, YELLOW with guidance for 14-16. Niacinamide, peptides, and PDRN are not the aggressive-exfoliation or retinoid-strength actives this gate is built to flag — none of them force skin turnover the way an acid or retinoid does. There is no youth-targeted packaging or marketing on this product, so the packaging-trap sub-check does not apply.

For under-14s, plain hydration (a simple gel moisturizer) is a better fit than a firming/anti-aging serum whose entire value proposition (visible plumping, firmness support) targets a concern prepubescent skin does not yet have.

Bedside-compatible: yes, no sink needed. Requires rinsing: no. Requires precise dosage: no — a rough pump estimate is fine.

Applicable with unwashed hands: yes in a pinch, though hands are best cleaned first for hygiene, not formula performance.

It can anchor a bare-bones 2-3 product routine (cleanser optional if skin isn't dirty, this serum, a moisturizer) on days when a full 10-step routine isn't happening. The texture is watery-milky rather than tacky or heavy, so it doesn't carry the sensory-aversion risk that thick balms or occlusive creams do on low-energy days.

Step 1 — When: AM or PM, or both. Step 2 — How much: 2-3 drops or roughly one pump for the full face. Step 3 — How: pat/press into slightly damp skin after toner, before moisturizer; do not rub.

Introduce this as the ONLY new product in your routine. Wait a full 14 days before adding anything else. This isolation window ensures you can identify whether any reaction is caused by this specific product.

1. Gentle cleanser (optional if skin isn't oily/dirty from the night).
2. Hydrating toner (optional, 1 layer).
3. NUMBUZIN No.2 Rose PDRN Collagen Plumping Serum — 2-3 drops, pat in, wait 30-60 seconds.
4. Moisturizer.
5. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable).

In Mauritius' humid mornings, the humectants in this serum (Glycerin, Trehalose, Hyaluronic Acid, Glycereth-26) draw water from the humid air itself rather than pulling it from deeper skin layers, which is part of why a watery-milky texture like this one performs well here rather than feeling under-moisturizing.

This product carries no photosensitizing ingredients, so there is no AM restriction — but daily SPF is still mandatory regardless, as with every leave-on skincare step.

1. Double cleanse if wearing sunscreen/makeup.
2. Toner.
3. NUMBUZIN No.2 Rose PDRN Collagen Plumping Serum (bold anchor step) — 2-3 drops, pat in, wait 30-60 seconds.
4. Moisturizer, and an occlusive seal if your skin runs dry or you sleep in AC.

This is not an exfoliant or retinoid, so it doesn't occupy a "night" in a 4-night skin-cycling schedule — it can be used nightly alongside whichever exfoliation/retinoid lane you run, as long as it's applied on a separate layer from any same-night acid (see Section 9 for layering order).

Technique: pat/press, don't rub — friction degrades the formula and increases irritation risk, especially with a peptide-containing product where mechanical disruption isn't doing you any favors.

Required skin state: slightly damp, right after toner — this helps the humectants in the formula pull in that surface moisture rather than working on dry skin alone. Wait time: 30-60 seconds before the next layer.

Hands deliver 100% of product. Cotton pads absorb approximately 30-40%. Use hands to apply this serum.

This is an encyclopedia map of all product types. You do not use all of these daily. You select modules based on your skin state.

Global execution rules: viscosity ladder runs thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase, treatments before seals. Wait-time defaults: watery layers 10-20s, serum layers 30-60s, 10-15 minutes before sunscreen if going outdoors. Amount defaults unless a brand overrides them: watery toner/essence 5-8 drops; serum/ampoule 2-3 drops or 1 pump; eye product ½ rice-grain per eye; gel moisturizer 1-1.5 peas, cream 1-2 peas; occlusive seal rice-grain to pea-size; sunscreen full 2-finger rule for the face. If the routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers rather than increasing them.

AM Maximum Stack: (1) Rinse/gentle cleanse (optional) → (2) pH-prep toner (optional) → (3) hydrating toner layers (optional) → (4) essence (optional) → (5) mist (optional) → (6) booster/soothing serum (optional) → (7) antioxidant lane, choose one → (8) pigment-support lane, choose one → (9) hydration serum lane (this product's slot) → (10) oil-control/sebum lane, choose one → (11) peptide/repair lane (also relevant to this product) → (12) eye product → (13) moisturizer → (14) optional occlusive seal → (15) sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable) → (16) lip SPF. In AM, prioritize comfort and SPF adherence over stacking — in high humidity, fewer layers often perform better.

PM Maximum Stack: (1) Micellar pre-cleanse (optional) → (2) oil cleanser (if SPF/makeup) → (3) water cleanser → (4) pH-prep toner (optional) → (5) hydrating toner layers → (6) essence (optional) → (7) soothing/barrier serum (optional) → (8) anchor product (an exfoliant/retinoid, if you run one) → (9) targeted serum (this product's usual slot, if not conflicting) → (10) moisturizer → (11) sleeping mask (optional) → (12) occlusive seal (optional) → (13) spot treatment (as needed) → (14) lip sleeping mask (optional). Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep "one lane" per night.

Lane strictness: one-lane rule — Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR Strong Vitamin C (LAA) OR Acne-control active per routine; barrier/hydration products like this serum can always accompany whichever lane you're running. If unsure, default to the safest lane (barrier/hydration) and reduce layers.

This serum sits in the light fluid / watery-milky tier — thinner than a lotion, thicker than a pure toner. Apply it after any toner/essence layers and before your moisturizer, following the water-phase-before-oil-phase rule.

No molecular-weight data was published for the specific PDRN or peptide fractions in this formula, so no 500-Dalton penetration claim is made here — treat the peptides and PDRN complex as acting primarily at the skin surface and upper epidermis rather than assuming deep dermal penetration.

This is a water-phase, non-silicone formula, which is why it layers cleanly under most moisturizers without pilling, and why it should go on before (not after) any oil-based or silicone-heavy step in your routine.

Before starting this product, your routine should already include a basic cleanser, a daily moisturizer, and daily SPF. Without these foundations, adding a plumping/firming serum on top of an unprotected or unmoisturized routine won't deliver the results it's marketed for.

If your skin stings on moisturizer, feels tight within 30 minutes of cleansing, or shows visible flaking, your barrier is below threshold — a plumping serum is not a barrier-repair product, and layering it onto compromised skin will not fix the underlying issue.

Dehydration and bounce loss: the multi-humectant base draws and holds water in the upper skin layers. Loss of firmness/early fine lines: the peptide blend and Rose PDRN complex are marketed to support collagen-related firmness, though the effective in-product concentration of these headline actives is not independently confirmed (see Section 23).

Secondary benefit: Niacinamide at a brand-stated 5% can support a more even tone over time, though this product is not positioned or formulated as a dedicated dark-spot treatment.

What this product cannot do: it cannot physically lift or surgically tighten sagging skin, cannot replace collagen that has already been structurally lost through age-related dermal thinning, and cannot substitute for daily SPF as your primary anti-aging measure.

Every pairing below was verified against the live Adilsons catalog for both active status and actual inventory — not just "status: active" alone, since a product can be active with zero stock.

Pilling pairs: layering this serum under a very thick, wax-heavy occlusive without waiting the full 30-60 seconds can cause light pilling — mitigate by waiting the full absorption time and using a moderate (not excessive) amount of the following moisturizer.

This is a water-based, fast-absorbing serum with no film-forming waxes or silicones in a leave-on-occluding amount — it is best classified as Water-Permeable (wudu-compatible) once it has fully absorbed (30-60 seconds after application).

Adilsons provides this assessment based on the product's physical properties. Rulings on wudu validity vary between scholars. Consult your own trusted Islamic authority.

MYTH: "Topical PDRN serums work the same way as injectable PDRN skin-booster treatments (a well-known in-clinic aesthetic procedure in Korea)." REALITY: injectable PDRN is delivered directly into the dermis by a clinician; a topical serum sits on and in the upper skin layers and cannot replicate that delivery depth — the two are related by ingredient, not by mechanism or result magnitude.

MYTH: "5% on the label means 5% of the active ingredient, guaranteed." REALITY: brand-marketed percentages for named complexes (like "5% Rose PDRN") are not always independently auditable against the actual INCI order — see Section 23 for why this specific product's headline actives sit below our estimated 1% concentration line despite the marketing figure.

In air-conditioned environments, hyaluronic acid and the other humectants in this serum can draw moisture FROM your deeper skin layers instead of from the air, once ambient humidity drops. Always seal this product with a moisturizer (and an occlusive if you're in AC for extended periods).

During the July-November sugar cane burning season, PM2.5 levels rise; this serum's antioxidant content (Tocopherol, Resveratrol, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate) offers modest supportive antioxidant defense, so AM use is reasonable during this period, alongside your sunscreen as the primary defense layer.

Mauritius tap water hardness varies by region; hard water can leave a calcium-stearate film after cleansing that causes tightness. Using a hydrating toner before this serum (see Section 15) helps counteract that residue before the serum's humectants go to work.

*This ingredient appears below the estimated 1% line in the INCI list, suggesting it is present at a trace/sub-efficacious concentration. Its inclusion may be primarily for marketing rather than clinical effect.

Full INCI list (source: INCIDecoder, retrieved via search summary — see research file for the WebFetch-blocked caveat):

Collagen Water, Water, Collagen, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycereth-26, Water, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Trehalose, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] PEG-240/HDI Copolymer Bis-Decyltetradeceth-20 Ether, Diethoxyethyl Succinate, Inositol, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Ethylhexylglycerin, Octyldodeceth-16, Sodium DNA, Rosa Damascena Flower Extract, Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide, Adenosine, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Octyldodecanol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Cyanocobalamin, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Hyaluronate, Disodium EDTA, Lecithin, Potassium Laurate, Tocopherol, Benzyl Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Resveratrol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Polylactic Acid, Acetyl Hexapeptide-1, Silica, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Tripeptide-1, Tripeptide-2, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Acetyl Octapeptide-3, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7.

The estimated 1% line placement above is a position-based estimate, not a lab-verified cutoff — treat it as directional, not exact.

Preservative system: Benzyl Glycol and Caprylyl Glycol (glycol-type preservative boosters) alongside 1,2-Hexanediol — a gentle, paraben-free and formaldehyde-releaser-free preservative approach based on the disclosed INCI.

Fragrance status: Fragrance-Free — no Parfum/Fragrance ingredient appears in the disclosed INCI, consistent with the brand's own "fragrance-free" claim found in research. Scent: no detectable added scent expected; a very faint natural note from Rosa Damascena Flower Extract is possible in trace amounts, but this is a genuine plant extract, not a masking fragrance.

EU 26 allergen screen: none detected in the declared INCI. Alcohol disclosure: Alcohol-Free — no ethanol-type "Alcohol" or "Alcohol Denat." and no fatty alcohols (Cetyl/Stearyl Alcohol) appear in this specific SKU's INCI.

Halal: *Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No ethanol from fermentation and no explicitly porcine-labeled ingredient is detected in the declared ingredient list. However, the source species of the Collagen and the Sodium DNA (PDRN) components is not disclosed by the brand.

PDRN is commercially most often salmon/trout-roe-derived (generally considered halal-permissible as fish-derived), but Collagen can come from bovine, porcine, or marine sources depending on the manufacturer, and this brand does not specify which. This is NOT a formal Halal certification, and the undisclosed Collagen source means this self-assessment carries more uncertainty than usual. Muslims with stricter requirements should consult their own scholars or contact the brand directly for sourcing confirmation before use.*

Vegan: This product is NOT vegan. Collagen (listed twice — as "Collagen Water" and as standalone "Collagen") is, by definition, an animal-or-marine-derived structural protein, and Sodium DNA (PDRN) is commercially sourced from salmon or trout roe. Neither ingredient has a stated plant-derived or lab-synthesized alternative source disclosed on this SKU.

Cruelty-Free: *Brand-stated policy. Not independently certified by Leaping Bunny, PETA, or equivalent third-party audit. Whether numbuzin sells through Mainland China retail channels (which can carry post-market animal-testing requirements) was not resolved during this research pass — treat the cruelty-free claim as unverified on that point rather than assuming either way.

Microplastic-Free: Yes — no rinse-off microbead-type polymer is present; the synthetic polymers in the formula (e.g. Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6) function as a leave-on thickener/stabilizer, not a microplastic-classified ingredient.

MFDS classification: not confirmed as Functional Cosmetic for this SKU — treat as General Cosmetic. "Functional" in Korea's system means the product underwent additional government-reviewed testing for a specific claim (whitening, wrinkle-improvement, or UV protection); no such filing was found for this product this pass.

Clinical evidence: no independently-verifiable clinical study (institution, sample size, duration) was found for this specific SKU. *Evidence confidence: Marketing-Only. The "instant plumping and visible firmness" language comes from brand/retailer marketing copy, not a cited clinical trial.

numbuzin's No.2 numbered line has released at least three genuinely different products under overlapping "No.2 Collagen" naming over time: an older dry-fiber sheet mask, a newer hydrogel overnight mask, and this leave-on pump serum — plus a further "Collagen 2X Plumping Serum" variant sold at some other retailers that is not currently stocked at Adilsons. This is line-naming overlap, not a reformulation of this exact SKU, but it is worth knowing if you're comparing reviews or ingredient lists online, since not every "numbuzin No.2" result you find will describe this product.

Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Conditional. The INCI contains Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, and Polysorbate 20 — emulsifier types documented as potential Malassezia-feeding triggers for some FA-prone individuals, though tolerance varies person to person. If you have a known fungal-acne tendency, patch test on a small area first rather than assuming intolerance.

Assessment: Low. As a water-phase serum with no heavy film-formers, this product layers cleanly under most moisturizers and sunscreens when given its full 30-60 second absorption window.

Mitigation: apply to slightly damp skin, wait the full absorption time, pat rather than rub the next layer on, and reduce the amount slightly if you notice any balling-up under sunscreen.

Fresh color should be consistent with the product as received — a milky-white to very pale tone is expected. A yellowed, browned, or separated appearance can indicate oxidation or spoilage; oxidized formulas can generate free radicals rather than deliver the intended antioxidant benefit.

Storage: keep away from direct Mauritius heat and bathroom humidity swings — a bedroom drawer or cabinet away from a sunny windowsill extends shelf life better than a steamy bathroom shelf.

Spoilage signs: off/sour smell, visible separation that won't remix, or a texture change from milky-smooth to grainy. When in doubt, discard.

Patch test on the inner forearm for 24 hours, then behind the ear for 24 hours, before beginning full facial use.

If an adverse reaction occurs: STOP ALL ACTIVES. For 72 hours, use ONLY a gentle cleanser and plain moisturizer, with mineral SPF.

NO acids, retinoids, Vitamin C, exfoliants, or essential oils during those 72 hours. After that, reintroduce ONE product per 14 days.

Emergency stop signals: hives, swelling, blistering, persistent burning, or breathing difficulty — seek emergency care immediately.

1. Applying to fully dry skin instead of slightly damp — reduces how well the humectants can draw in surface moisture.
2. Skipping a moisturizer afterward, expecting the serum alone to seal in hydration.
3. Assuming the "5% Rose PDRN" marketing figure means a clinical-grade dose, rather than treating it as brand marketing language (see Section 23).
4. Rubbing it in vigorously instead of patting.
5. Skipping SPF because the serum "already has antioxidants" — antioxidants support, they do not replace, UV filtration.

Overuse threshold: more than the recommended 2-3 drops per application does not accelerate plumping — it mainly increases the odds of pilling under sunscreen or makeup.

At 2-3 drops (roughly one pump) per application, a 30ml bottle used once daily should last approximately 8-10 weeks; used twice daily (AM and PM), approximately 4-5 weeks.

Using 2-3x the recommended amount per application does not improve results (see Section 35) and simply shortens the bottle's lifespan without added benefit. Reorder roughly 2 weeks before you expect to run out, to allow for shipping time.

This serum's role is the hydration-plus-firming layer between toner and moisturizer — it does not replace either of them. It sits on the light-fluid rung of the viscosity ladder (Section 9).

AM: cleanser (optional) → toner → this serum (2-3 drops, wait 30-60s) → moisturizer → sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++. PM: double cleanse (if wearing SPF/makeup) → toner → this serum (bolded anchor step) → moisturizer (± occlusive seal if dry or in AC).

If your skin is barrier-compromised right now: pause this serum and run barrier-repair only (gentle cleanser, plain moisturizer, mineral SPF) for 3-7 days first. If you're in AC for long stretches (office, car, home): always seal this serum with a moisturizer, since its humectants can reverse-draw moisture from your skin once ambient humidity drops. If you're also using a retinoid or LAA Vitamin C: apply this serum on the opposite lane (e.g. Vitamin C AM, this serum + retinoid PM with the retinoid applied last on dry skin) rather than stacking everything in one layer.

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The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with NUMBUZIN NO.2 Rose PDRN Collagen Plumping Serum, not on margin or stock levels. If a pairing does not exist in our catalog, we say so. If you already own a product that fills the same role, use what you have first.

If you want a similar collagen/hydration serum concept in a different texture and container size, Medicube Collagen Glow Booster Serum is a milky 15ml serum built on Niacinamide plus a lower-dose Hydrolyzed Collagen and humectant blend, verified in stock. It trades this product's PDRN/multi-peptide story for a simpler, more conventional Niacinamide-plus-collagen formula.

Choose NUMBUZIN NO.2 Rose PDRN Collagen Plumping Serum over Medicube Collagen Glow Booster Serum if you specifically want the broader ingredient story — PDRN plus a seven-part peptide complex alongside Niacinamide and Collagen — in a larger 30ml bottle, even though neither brand's headline-active concentrations are independently confirmed.

If your skin is already barrier-compromised or purging, upgrading to a more ingredient-dense serum won't help — repair the barrier first with a simple moisturizer-only routine. If you're new to actives entirely, the simpler Medicube formula is the gentler starting point.

Don't upgrade to this one if: you're already running a same-mechanism collagen/peptide serum and don't want overlap; you have known fungal-acne sensitivity to the specific FA-conditional emulsifiers in this formula (Section 30B); or you need a strictly vegan product, since this one is not.

If you match 2 or more of the upgrade triggers above, this product is worth choosing. If not, the simpler alternative is sufficient. Consistency beats complexity.

This product's PRIMARY function is: hydration plus a peptide/PDRN plumping-and-firming layer. You do NOT need this if you already own another hydrating serum with a similar peptide or collagen story that you haven't finished yet.

Check your shelf for any open collagen, PDRN, or multi-peptide serum before buying — finishing what you have avoids waste, since these formulas do have a shelf life once opened.

Stacking assessment: Marginal Benefit if you already run another peptide serum (overlapping pathway); Significant Benefit if your current routine has no dedicated hydration-plumping step at all.

This product is sourced through authorized Korean distributors — primarily Craver Co., Ltd (South Korea), alongside other verified distribution partners. Craver is a major Korean beauty distributor and the parent company of SKIN1004, handling authorized distribution for multiple K-beauty brands. All products are shipped directly to Mauritius via verified channels.

For comprehensive information about how we verify authenticity, our layered verification system, and how to check your product at home, visit our dedicated Authenticity and Trust page.

numbuzin is a South Korean skincare brand founded in 2019, built around a numbered-line system ("What's Your Number?") where each number targets a distinct skin goal rather than a single hero ingredient — No.3 for texture/glow, No.5 for brightening, No.9 for NAD+/peptide anti-aging, and this No.2 line for hydration/plumping. Its founding and ownership details are drawn from general web sources rather than a primary corporate filing, so treat them as reasonably but not perfectly confirmed.

The brand positions itself around transparency and a "match the number to your concern" simplicity, though our own research across several numbuzin SKUs (including this one) has found a recurring pattern: headline-marketed actives often sit at trace, sub-1%-line concentrations in the actual INCI despite carrying most of the marketing story. We disclose that pattern plainly rather than repeating the marketing framing uncritically.

Full independently-verifiable reviews for this exact SKU (Reddit, Amazon, YesStyle) were not found during this research pass — searches returned only YouTube/TikTok video reviews and one retailer blog review (HIKOCO), and we could not directly read the full text of that blog review because our fetch tool was blocked from accessing that domain this session.

From the search summaries available, the consistent theme across the video and blog mentions we found was a positive report on hydration and a "plumping" sensory feel, with the formula described as usable both under makeup and in an evening routine. No specific complaint theme surfaced in what we could access — but given how limited the available source material was, treat that as an information gap rather than a confirmed absence of any negative feedback.

Sustainability: check the packaging for local recycling guidance on the bottle material and pump mechanism; specific brand recycling/refill programs were not confirmed for this SKU this pass.

Is this product vegan? No. It contains Collagen and Sodium DNA (PDRN), both of which are animal-or-marine-derived ingredients, with no plant-based alternative disclosed for this SKU.

What does PDRN actually do for skin? PDRN (polydeoxyribonucleotide) is studied mainly in clinical/injectable contexts for supporting tissue repair signaling; topical evidence for a serum-format product like this one is more limited, and we found no independently verifiable clinical study for this exact SKU.

Can I use this with retinol or Vitamin C? Yes — it isn't a strong acid, retinoid, or L-Ascorbic-Acid product, so it doesn't compete for the "one active lane" slot; apply it on the opposite AM/PM split or simply layer it before your retinoid at night, waiting the standard 30-60 seconds.

Does it contain fragrance? No — the disclosed INCI shows no Parfum/Fragrance ingredient.

How is this different from the numbuzin No.2 Rose PDRN Overnight Collagen Mask sold at Adilsons? They are genuinely different formats from the same numbered line — the mask is a single-use hydrogel "wrapping film" for occasional overnight use, while this is a leave-on daily pump serum meant for regular AM/PM routine use; don't assume identical ingredient concentrations between the two just because they share "No.2 Rose PDRN Collagen" in the name.

PDRN

Polydeoxyribonucleotide — a DNA-fragment ingredient, commercially most often sourced from salmon or trout roe, studied for tissue-repair signaling.

Peptide

A short chain of amino acids used in skincare to signal skin cells, often toward collagen-related processes.

Niacinamide

Vitamin B3 derivative used for barrier support and tone-evening.

Humectant

An ingredient (like Glycerin or Hyaluronic Acid) that draws and holds water in the skin.

INCI

International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients — the standardized ingredient list required on packaging, generally ordered by descending concentration above roughly 1%.

Estimated 1% Line

The approximate point in an INCI list below which ingredient order no longer reliably reflects concentration, since regulations only require descending order above about 1%.

FA-Conditional

A fungal-acne safety rating meaning the product contains ingredients that feed Malassezia yeast in some, but not all, sensitive individuals.

MFDS

Korea's Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, which classifies certain cosmetics as "Functional" after additional testing for specific claims.

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Coverage: Island-wide delivery (Mauritius).

Processing and Timing: Orders process in 1-2 business days; usually ready by Day 3 for pickup by our delivery partners/regional team. Partner collection can take up to 1 week. After pickup, delivery typically takes 1-5 business days (weekdays only).

Express: May be available by region; request on WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.

Liquids/Sensitive Items: Serums, toners, liquid makeup (and kits containing liquids) are pickup or door-to-door only; checkout enforces this.

Scheduling: Deliveries run by region on set schedules; we will contact you the evening before.

Pickup: Citadelle Mall pickup available.

Returns: No change-of-mind exchanges.

Refunds (Summary): For defective/damaged on receipt (report within 48h), wrong item, or manufacturing defect within 6 months. Refunds via bank transfer (7-10 business days); card refunds may incur a 5% processor fee (fee not charged for defects/order errors). Opened skincare/personal-care items are non-returnable (except if damaged on delivery).

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Best for: someone whose skin feels dehydrated and "deflated" rather than simply dry, who wants a lightweight daily serum with a hydration-plus-firming story and doesn't need a strictly vegan formula.

Key benefits: fragrance-free, multi-humectant hydration confirmed above the estimated 1% line even before counting the headline actives; lightweight watery-milky texture that performs well in Mauritius humidity; low pilling risk.

Keep in mind: the brand's "5% Rose PDRN" and peptide-complex marketing figures are not independently verified against INCI position; the product is not vegan due to Collagen and marine-derived PDRN; no published pH or clinical study exists for this exact SKU.

Assessment: Consult Oncologist. This product is fragrance-free and retinoid-free with a gentle glycol-based preservative system, which are favorable signs for treatment-sensitized skin — but it also contains an undisclosed-source Collagen and a marine-derived PDRN complex, and treatment-sensitized skin can react differently to novel bioactive ingredients than typical skin does.

Consult your oncology care team before introducing any new skincare products during treatment.

Antioxidant pollution defense: Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Resveratrol, and Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (a gentle Vitamin C derivative) are present in the disclosed INCI and offer general free-radical defense support, relevant during Mauritius' July-November sugar cane burning season when PM2.5 rises.

AC/humidity swing interaction: as a humectant-heavy formula, this serum helps most when ambient humidity is at or above typical Mauritius outdoor levels; in long air-conditioned stretches, always seal it with a moisturizer so the humectants don't pull moisture from your own skin instead of the air (see Section 22).