Kate Somerville DermalQuench Liquid Lift + Retinol Advanced Resurfacing Treatment 71g is a pressurised aerosol-style serum that sprays a fine, oxygen-fed mist directly onto the skin. The dual-action formula pairs encapsulated retinol and hydroxypinacolone retinoate with bakuchiol and Spanish needle (bidens pilosa) — natural retinol-style botanicals — alongside hyaluronic acid and the brand's PFC-Oxygen Carrier complex. The result is a smoothing, plumping treatment designed to give the visible results of a retinol routine with less of the dryness or irritation that classic retinol can trigger.
About Kate Somerville
Kate Somerville is the celebrity aesthetician behind one of Hollywood's longest-running skin clinics, opened on Melrose Place, Los Angeles in 2004. The brand built its reputation on results-driven, in-clinic-style formulas brought into a retail line — DermalQuench is its signature delivery system, originally developed to mimic the in-clinic oxygen treatments offered at the spa.
Key ingredients
- Encapsulated Retinol & Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate: Two complementary forms of vitamin A that support cell renewal and the appearance of fine lines and uneven texture.
- Bakuchiol & Bidens Pilosa Extract: Natural retinol alternatives, often added to retinoid formulas to balance results with skin tolerance.
- Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid: A small-molecule humectant that supports plump, hydrated-looking skin.
- PFC-Oxygen Carriers (Perfluorodecalin, Perfluorohexane): Help carry actives onto and into the upper layers of the skin in the brand's signature spray-on format.
- Adenosine, Tocopherol & Plant Oils: Supportive antioxidant and barrier ingredients.
Key benefits
- Helps soften the look of fine lines, wrinkles and uneven texture over time.
- Supports a firmer, more elastic-looking skin appearance.
- Hydrates and plumps the surface for an immediate, smooth finish.
- Retinol delivered alongside bakuchiol and oxygen carriers for a less drying experience than traditional retinoid serums.
Who it's for
Designed for adult skin showing the visible signs of ageing — fine lines, loss of firmness, dullness, uneven texture — and for anyone who has wanted to introduce retinol but found classical formulas too irritating. Its lightweight aerosol mist makes it particularly suitable for combination and oil-prone skin that struggles with heavier retinol creams.
How to use
- Hold the can upright, around 15–20cm from the face.
- Spray two to three quick bursts evenly across the face and neck. Avoid the immediate eye area.
- Allow the formula to absorb for around 30 seconds, then gently press any remaining product into the skin with clean fingertips.
- Use in the evening, two or three times a week to start, building up to nightly use as the skin adapts.
- Follow with a moisturiser; always apply a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher in the morning, since retinoids increase the skin's sun sensitivity.
Specifications
- Size: 71g
- Format: Aerosol "liquid lift" spray treatment
- Skin type: Suitable for all skin types showing signs of ageing; particularly suited to combination and oilier skins
- Brand: Kate Somerville
Precautions
Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Avoid the immediate eye area and broken skin. Patch-test on the inner forearm for 24 hours before first use. Discontinue use if persistent redness, stinging or peeling occurs. Store away from direct heat or sunlight; pressurised container — do not pierce or burn after use.
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