Murad The Science of Healthy Skin: AM/PM Super Serums Duo

Benefits of The Science of Healthy Skin: AM/PM Super Serums Duo

• Visibly boosts brightness in as little as 2 weeks (Vita-C Glycolic Serum)
• Smooths lines and improves firmness in 2–4 weeks (Retinol Youth Renewal Serum)
• Refines texture and helps even the look of dark spots and discoloration

What you'll notice:

• Skin looks more radiant and even-toned
• Fine lines appear softened; skin feels smoother
• Complexion appears firmer and healthier-looking

Clinical Results:

• Vita-C Glycolic Serum: 91% saw brighter, smoother skin with more glow in 2 weeks; skin was 28% brighter at 4 weeks; 94% agreed skin feels softer and more hydrated. 
• Retinol Youth Renewal Serum: 92% saw smoother skin and 99% agreed it was gentle enough for nightly use after 2 weeks; clinically tested to visibly improve signs of aging and visibly firm skin.

Sources: Murad clinical/consumer studies as reported on product pages. 

How To Use The Science of Healthy Skin: AM/PM Super Serums Duo

1. AM: After cleansing, massage Vita-C Glycolic Serum evenly over face, neck and chest; follow with moisturizer and a broad-spectrum SPF. 
2. PM: Apply Retinol Youth Renewal Serum evenly over face and neck; follow with moisturizer. Use nightly as tolerated. 
3. Always use sunscreen during the day when using AHAs and retinoids. 

Pro Tip (from estheticians): Start retinol every other night, then build to nightly use as skin acclimates; keep the eye area avoided unless using a product labeled for eyes.

The Science of Healthy Skin: AM/PM Super Serums Duo Ingredients

CLINICALLY TESTED / KEY INGREDIENTS

Gold-Stabilized Vitamin C (Vita-C Glycolic Serum): Potent antioxidant support for brightness and stability of vitamin C. 

Glycolic Acid (Vita-C Glycolic Serum): Exfoliates dull surface cells to enhance vitamin C delivery. 

Retinol Tri-Active Technology (Retinol Youth Renewal Serum): Fast-acting retinoid + delayed-release retinol + retinol booster for visible smoothing while gentle on skin. 

Hyaluronic Acid & Swertia Flower (Retinol Youth Renewal Serum): Hydrates to visibly plump; supports resilience and youthful contours. 

INGREDIENTS

Kit Contains:

• Vita-C Glycolic Serum — try-me size (travel). 
• Retinol Youth Renewal Serum — try-me size (travel). 

Vita-C Glycolic Serum — Full INCI

Water/Aqua/Eau, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycolic Acid, Dimethicone, HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Diisopropyl Sebacate, C13-16 Isoparaffin, Sodium Hydroxide, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Lactic Acid, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Ascorbic Acid, Urea, Yeast Amino Acids, Trehalose, Inositol, Taurine, Betaine, Glutathione, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Gold, Marrubium Vulgare Extract, Verbascum Thapsus Extract, Zanthoxylum Bungeanum Fruit Extract, Xymenynic Acid, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Hexylresorcinol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Oleyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Polysilicone-11, Triheptanoin, Polyisobutene, Ethylhexylglycerin, Silica, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Sodium Surfactin, Hexylene Glycol, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether, Sorbitol, Xanthan Gum, Decyl Glucoside, Propanediol, Sorbitan Isostearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Tin Oxide, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Mica, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891) 

Retinol Youth Renewal Serum — Full INCI

Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Isopropyl Palmitate, C14-22 Alcohols, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Shea Butter Ethyl Esters, Retinol, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Ceramide NP, Sodium Hyaluronate, Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit Extract, Swertia Chirata Extract, Squalane, Punica Granatum Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Extract, Urea, Yeast Amino Acids, Trehalose, Inositol, Taurine, Betaine, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Silica, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Butylene Glycol, Lecithin, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Cetyl Palmitate, Laureth-23, Polysorbate 20, Trideceth-6 Phosphate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Chlorphenesin, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Tris(Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol) Citrate, Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Red 4 (CI 14700), Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Citronellol, Fragrance (Parfum) 

Skin Elite is dedicated to maintaining the accuracy of the ingredient lists on this website. However, because ingredients are subject to change, we cannot guarantee that these lists are complete, up-to-date and/or error-free. For an accurate listing of ingredients in each product, please refer to your product packaging.

FAQs

Can I use this while pregnant or nursing?
Murad does not provide specific guidance here; please consult your physician for personalized advice.

Can I use this with retinol/retinal/acid exfoliants?
Yes—this duo is designed for vitamin C + glycolic acid in the morning and retinol at night. Avoid layering retinol with additional strong exfoliants in the same routine. 

Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
Both formulas are indicated as suitable for sensitive skin; introduce gradually and moisturize to minimize irritation. 

How long until I see results?
Vita-C Glycolic Serum shows brighter, smoother skin in 2 weeks; Retinol Youth Renewal Serum shows visible smoothing and firmness improvements in 2 weeks.

Can I use it around the eyes?
Use only products labeled for the eye area; keep these face serums away from eyes. 

Storage and shelf life?
Store tightly closed, away from heat and direct sun. Use by the period-after-opening indicated on packaging.

People Also Ask

Is The Science of Healthy Skin: AM/PM Super Serums Duo good for acne-prone skin?
It targets tone, texture and lines rather than breakouts, but the lightweight textures are suitable for most skin types.

Can you use this duo every day?
Yes—use Vita-C Glycolic Serum each morning and Retinol Youth Renewal Serum nightly as tolerated; always wear SPF during the day.

Does the AM serum work under makeup?
Yes, both serums have fast-absorbing textures that layer well under moisturizer and SPF; allow each step to absorb fully.

How long does a set last?
Varies by usage and size of the try-me bottles.

Is the duo fragrance-free / oil-free?
Vita-C Glycolic Serum is formulated without added fragrance; Retinol Youth Renewal Serum contains fragrance. See full INCI above.

Returns policy

Our goal at Skin Elite is to have happy and satisfied customers. If, after receipt, you are not completely satisfied with your order, you may initiate a return request in your account or by contacting our Customer Service team within 30 days of the purchase date at 1-888-400-4472 or at customerservices@skinelite.com.

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Please allow up to 2 weeks, from receipt of item(s), for refunds and store credits to be processed. Skin Elite reserves the right to reject any return and to change or update this return policy at any time. For more details, go to our Returns Policy page.

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