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DETAILS

This gentle leave on bakuchiol serum is a pregnancy safe version of our Pro+ Bio Resurfacing Retinol RX serum. It contains azelaic acid salt, niacinamide, liquorice root extract, and zinc & copper gluconates to support a visibly balanced and radiant-looking complexion.

Our Pro+ Bio Resurfacing Retinol ALT serum is the first pregnancy safe probiotic retinol alternative to market that has been specially formulated for use by first time users and even the most sensitive skins. This bakuchiol serum includes ingredients to help negate any irritation you would normally get with other retinols.

Take 1-2 pumps of this serum and gently pat onto clean skin. Apply in the evening. Limit initial use, gradually increasing when tolerated. Active skincare that helps skin turn over can increase skin’s sensitivity to the sun. Always wear sunscreen and appropriate sun protection while using this product.

Introducing our plant based retinol alternative into your skincare routine slowly is important to prevent irritation and sensitivity.

✔ Certified Plastic Negative
✔ No Nasties
✔ Biome Friendly
✔ Made In Australia
✔ Vegan Friendly
✔ Cruelty Free

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A Gentle, Pregnancy-Safe Retinol Alternative for Radiant-Looking Skin

The AMPERNA® Pro+ Bio Resurfacing Retinol ALT is a leave-on serum powered by bakuchiol (a plant-based alternative to traditional retinoids) combined with azelaic acid salt, niacinamide, liquorice root extract, and zinc & copper gluconates. This formula is designed to support a balanced, radiant-looking complexion while helping skin appear smoother and more even-toned. With AMPERNA®’s unique postbiotic complex, it offers a gentle, microbiome-conscious approach to resurfacing, suitable even for delicate or easily unsettled skin.

INGREDIENTS EXPLAINED

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Kiri's Story

Before creating AMPERNA®, I lived with reactive skin. It was frustrating and often isolating, as I struggled to find products that didn’t make things worse.

That experience inspired me to develop a range that is gentle, simple, and supportive for skin, so others searching for calmer, more comfortable routines would have options they could turn to.

AMPERNA® is the result of that journey. Every product is guided by the same philosophy: kind formulations, inspired by real skin stories.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. Even though bakuchiol is gentler than traditional retinoids, daily sunscreen is always recommended to help protect skin and maintain results.

  • Yes. This ALT formula is a plant-based alternative to retinol and is suitable for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

  • Begin with 2–3 times per week and increase frequency as your skin adjusts. Because bakuchiol is gentle, many people are able to use it more regularly.

  • Yes. This formula has been tested on delicate and easily unsettled skin, and it’s designed to be suitable for first-time users.

  • All AMPERNA® products are made in Australia in a certified manufacturing facility. They are tested regularly throughout the manufacturing process and meet Australia’s strict quality control standards.