Name: 88mph
SKU: 16333
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.89 (9 reviews)

Description

pH: 5.0-5.5
Fragrance Free
Skin Type: All
[esp. mature, hyperpigmented, acne-prone]
Use Frequency: 2-7x/week
as tolerance allows
AM/PM: either
[usually PM]
Vegan
Alcohol Free
Silicone Free

Unlike any retinoid you've known.

"If my calculations are correct, when this baby hits 88 miles per hour... you're gonna see some serious sh*t."

- Dr. Emmett Brown, Back to the Future

Based on the proven science of short contact therapy, this first-of-its-kind active-in-lipid matrix system optimizes instantaneous delivery in an incredibly short contact time. Easily scalable based on usage duration and frequency, this potent rinse-off remodelling treatment balances intensity and holistic restoration to noticeably transform the skin like never before.

88 mph short contact therapy remodelling balm retinal retinaldehyde

01. nanoliposomal retinoid complex 4%: 0.2% active retinal

Retinal, or retinaldehyde, is the most potent form of retinoid available without a prescription. Because of this, it yields results more quickly at lower concentrations than typical retinol. 88mph houses the highest concentration of liposome-stabilized retinal on the market—0.2%—inside a lusciously soothing lipid gel to target the appearance of fine lines, congestion, and thinning skin in 2 minutes flat. Expect noticeable firming and plumping of the complexion, resurfacing of skin texture, and a remarkably clarified, radiant, healthful look.

02. rapid delivery system

This first-of-its-kind short contact therapy system delivers potent ingredients instantaneously and minimizes likelihood of adverse effects. Water soluble actives loaded inside a functional lipid chassis form a highly potent suspension system. Phospholipids aid in delivery of retinal, intensive brighteners, and soothing barrier supportive ingredients. The self-emulsifying formula instantly transforms into a silky milk at the first touch of water to rinse easily; leaving a plumped, nourished skin feel that is completely residue-free.

03. powerful brighteners

More than a retinoid. 88mph teams synergistic brightening ingredients to dramatically speed pigmentation-correcting effects. An azelic acid derivative targets the appearance of redness and discolorations, salicylic acid facilitates resurfacing and clarifies pores, and a talented amino acid derivative ensures new hyperpigmented spots do not appear. Skin seems bright, even, and emanates an incredibly vibrant luminosity.

04. restorative holistic factors

To keep skin in a comfortable, soothed state, 88mph delivers barrier supporting ingredients synchronously with potent actives. An oil-soluble, bioavailability-enhanced ester of soothing licorice root active glycyrrhetinic acid quickly calms signs of irritation and redness. Multifunctional restorer ectoin teams with soothing hyperforin from St. John’s Wort to support holistic skin healing. Finally, madecassoside, ceramides and panthenol ensure uncomfortable itching sensations are kept at bay for a thoroughly nourished, exceptionally restored finish.

Explore key ingredients

Nanoliposomal Retinal

Encapsulated in liposomes to ensure stability and enhance delivery, this golden-hued active targets fine lines, loss of elasticity, breakouts and more by supporting skin’s cell turnover process.

Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate

A water-soluble derivative of azeleic acid with many skin benefits. It has soothing effects, visibly brightens, normalizes sebum, reduces visible redness, and boosts hydration levels.

Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate

An exceptionally soothing anti-inflammatory active from licorice root. The restorative effects of this oil-soluble ester are stronger than glycyrrhetinic acid thanks to its increased bioavailability.

Phospholipids

Nourishing skin-identical emollient with water binding properties. They soften skin and assist in delivery of active ingredients.

Ectoin

A soothing, tone-balancing, and reparative active extracted from extremophilic microorganisms through fermentation. It calms and brightens by reversing visible effects of environmental stress.

Undecylenoyl Phenylalanine

A potent brightener, this amino acid derivative binds to melanocyte receptors to prevent the appearance of hyperpigmented spots before they surface.

Madecassoside

From the Centella asiatica plant, this calming soother promotes smooth skin while mitigating visible redness. It also reduces itching and burning sensations.

Hyperforin

An antioxidant and anti-inflammatory active constituent of St. John’s Wort. Most impressively, it promotes faster skin recovery by supporting growth and differentiation of keratinocytes.

Ceramide Complex

A soothing blend of three ceramides, soothing phytosphingosine, and non-animal derived cholesterol to boost skin comfort and assist in barrier functionality.

Salicylic Acid

The optimal exfoliating acid for reducing visible blemishes and lessening the appearance of blackheads and breakouts.

Ximenynic Acid

A rare fatty acid sourced from Australian sandalwood nuts—a sustainable byproduct from the fragrance industry. It calms the appearance of redness and sensitivity by inhibiting skin reactions before showing effects.

Tripeptide-29

A collagen-identical three amino acid peptide that signals skin to generate new collagen. Its unique low molecular weight is able to penetrate the skin’s surface.

Panthenol

Nourishing vitamin that supports synthesis of vital skin lipids that aid in optimizing skin barrier function. It promotes wound healing, boosts hydration, and reduces sensations of itching and irritation.

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Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Fusanus Spicatus Kernel (Sandalwood Nut) Oil, Phospholipids, Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquicaprylate, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Olive Oil PEG-7 Esters, Aqua, Glycereth-26, Dextrin Palmitate, Hydrogenated Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil Unsaponifiables, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Undecylenoyl Phenylalanine, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Olive Glycerides, Propanediol, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Ectoin, Salicylic Acid, Hyperium Perforatum (St. John's Wort) Extract, Panthenol, Oryzanol, Madecassoside, Tocopherol, Retinal, Tripeptide-29, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Saccharomyces Cerevisiae (Yeast) Extract, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Ceramide EOP, Bisabolol, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate

We are dedicated to providing the most innovative, functional formulations possible and ingredient lists are occasionally updated to reflect this.

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Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate

and form a light, soft lipid. Derived from olive oil, it's a natural ester…

Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate

is a natural, food grade emulsifier derived from the sodium salt of esterified with lauric acid. It helps…

Panthenol

also known as , is essential for helping skin defend itself against external stressors. It supports skin barrier function to promote…

Hydrogenated Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil Unsaponifiables

and form a light, soft lipid. Derived from olive oil, it's a natural ester…

”So. 88mph. Holy wow. This morning I woke with the plumpest smoothest skin, a couple budding PMS nasties completely flattened. And I actually have that renewed feeling after a laser session and the skin feeeels like it has been resurfaced. But It doesn’t look red or irritated at all. In love.
Mel@melvivant

01.0 The Ritual

Massage 2-3 pumps into clean, dry skin for 30 seconds. Leave on for 90 seconds; 2 minutes total. Add water to emulsify and rinse thoroughly. Immediately apply a gentle moisturizer. Wear sunscreen every day.

Introduce into routine slowly and do not exceed recommended treatment time. Begin with 1-2x weekly use for the first 4 weeks, then gradually adjust frequency and duration to suit tolerance; up to 15 minutes daily for very advanced users. Most enjoy using 2-7 times per week depending on tolerance and experience level.

Visit the Skin Prep and Plans + Tips sections for usage tips, customized routine schedules and detailed guidance on how to best incorporate 88mph for your skin.

02.0 Texture

Water soluble ingredients loaded inside a functional lipid chassis form a highly active microemulsion suspension system. The texture is a lightweight emollient gel with exceptional slip to easily glide over skin without tugging. The self-emulsifying formula instantly transforms into a silky milk at the first touch of water to rinse easily; leaving a plumped, nourished skin feel that is completely residue-free.

02.1 Notes

Wear sunscreen and limit sun exposure during use. Spot test for sensitivity and avoid contact with eyes. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. Use only as directed. Since 88mph is retinoid-based, it is not generally considered safe for pregnancy and breastfeeding. Consult your health care professional to discuss your unique situation.

03.0 Skin Prep

Simply cleanse as desired before applying 88mph to gently towel-dried skin. Use either morning or evening, although evening is generally preferred. May be used in lieu of a second cleanse at night or morning cleanse.

Evening Use

remove sunscreen and makeup with a swipe of micellar water or full double cleanse, then apply 88mph.

Skin Mood: Sensitive; Normal; Oily
Cleanse #1: Micellar water; Any; Oil-based
Cleanse #2: None; Optional; Water-based
Treat: 88mph; 88mph; 88mph

Morning Use

88mph can be used in place of or after a morning cleanse.

Skin Mood: Sensitive; Normal; Oily
Cleanse: None / water rinse; Optional; Any
Treat: 88mph; 88mph; 88mph

Our favorite way to use 88mph in the evening is after single-cleansing with Cloud Melt or a gentle micellar water. When using in the morning, we prefer applying directly to dry skin with no pre-cleanse. The emulsifying nature of 88mph helps ensure skin is thoroughly cleansed while leaving a plumped, nourished, hydrated skin feel.

04.0 Retinal 101

The two keys to retinoid use: consistency and gradual integration.

With a structured approach, there’s no need to stress about adding a retinoid into your routine. Slowly increasing usage frequency over a 3 month period allows skin to acclimate to potent products like retinal.

With 88mph, it is best to increase usage frequency before increasing session duration. We suggest reaching at least 4 days per week usage before considering an increase in contact time over 2 minutes. See customized plans below.

04.1 Customized Plans

Beginner / Sensitive

Stage: [1] Week 1-4; [2] Week 5-12; [3] Week 13+
Frequency: 1 day/week; 2 days/week; 2-3 days/week
Duration: 2 minutes; 2 minutes; 2 minutes

Intermediate / Normal

Stage: [1] Week 1-4; [2] Week 5-12; [3] Week 13+
Frequency: 1-2 days/week; 2-3 days/week; 3-4 days/week
Duration: 2 minutes; 2 minutes; 2-5 minutes

Advanced / Tolerant

Stage: [1] Week 1-4; [2] Week 5-12; [3] Week 13+
Frequency: 2 days/week; 3-4 days/week; 4-7 days/week
Duration: 2 minutes; 2-5 minutes; 2-15 minutes

04.2 Ensuring Great Results

Keep it simple.

During the first 4 weeks of use pause all other active skincare in your routine; especially chemical exfoliants, physical exfoliants, and anything you know may stress or sensitize your skin.

Listen to your skin.

If skin is thriving and you’re happy with the results at 2 times per week use, there’s no need to add another day. If after bumping up frequency skin is showing signs of stress such as redness, sensitivity, burning or otherwise, step back to a level which skin tolerates well.

More isn't always more.

It can be tempting to think leaving 88mph on skin for 30 minutes more will give even better results, but this isn't the case. Its rapid delivery system ensures benefits are complete within 15 minutes (most within 2), so any time after this will only increase chance of adverse effects.

A purge isn't necessarily bad.

It doesn't happen to us all, but it is quite common: the dreaded purge. Skin purging is when existing congestion in the skin is brought to the surface more quickly via increased cell turnover. It happens in areas where we are most prone to breakouts. While it can be stressful to deal with many breakouts at once, these are breakouts that are already hiding under the skin's surface. Purging usually lasts between 4-8 weeks, so if your breakouts do not begin to diminish after 8 weeks, reevaluate usage. The best part? after a purge, skin tends to heal visible breakouts more quickly, if they appear at all.

Stay consistent.

Last but not least: consistency is key. Retinoids are one of those ingredients where steady, repeated use over many months is key to seeing results. So, whether you’re using 2 or 5 times per week, stick to the plan, trust the process, and enjoy the rewards when they come. They’re worth it.

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Sabrina C.
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March 22, 2023
Rated 5 out of 5
This product has single-handedly transformed my skin. I use it once a week and have been asked numerous times what I’m doing and been handed many compliments. My skin is now smooth, clear and soft.
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Cari
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February 9, 2023
Rated 5 out of 5
I was struggling with my pores becoming enlarged and my makeup wasn’t applying as well as it used to. Literally within 2-3 uses of 88 mph I was seeing major improvements. I use it 2-3 nights a week and it has brightened my skin in such a good way!
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Shari S.
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January 7, 2023
Rated 5 out of 5
This exceeded my expectations. My skin was so smooth and glowing after application. I can’t wait to purchase the full size.
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