Elora Clinic was born from years of curiosity, research, and care.
The story began in high school, when our founder,
Elora Ellis, joined the Chemistry Olympiad team
and started independent research that led to award-winning articles
on biodegradable plastics and graphene materials. These early
achievements cemented a deep commitment to science and innovation.
After moving to the United States, Elora continued her path as a
research assistant at Georgia Tech, gaining further
experience in advanced chemistry. In 2021, this foundation in
scientific inquiry evolved into the world of skincare formulations,
giving life to Elora Clinic.
At Elora Clinic, formulations are never rushed, mass-produced,
or trend-driven. Each product is handmade in our private lab,
using only purposeful ingredients—never cluttered with unnecessary fillers.
Our philosophy is simple:
science comes before marketing,
transparency before hype, and
purity before complexity.
The future of Elora Clinic is grounded in one principle:
science outlasts trends. While skincare fads
come and go, scientific discovery remains timeless.
Our mission is to become a powerhouse in innovation—advancing
formulations that not only transform skincare but may one day
contribute to breakthroughs in pharmaceutical and medical science.
Retinol requires precision and restraint. My goal was to create a formula that felt
advanced yet thoughtfully minimal.
I chose a water-based system to support controlled use and compatibility across
different skin types. The formula is designed to keep retinol as the primary focus,
supported by a clean, hydrating base rather than competing ingredients.
This serum was formulated as a treatment step—intentional, measured, and designed
to integrate smoothly into a routine.
For external use only. Use sunscreen during daytime.
Discontinue use if irritation occurs.
Ingredients are subject to change as we continue perfecting our formulation.
Please refer to your product packaging for the most accurate ingredient list. Packaging, bottle design, and label colors may also vary as we transition between designs.
ELORA CLINIC · FORMULA PROFILE
Retinol Face Serum
A carefully balanced water-based retinol serum designed to support
skin renewal and visible smoothness while integrating seamlessly
into advanced nighttime skincare routines.
Retinol · Skin Renewal · Hydration
FORMULA TYPEWater-Based Serum
FEATURED ACTIVERetinol
PRIMARY FOCUSSkin Renewal
NET VOLUME30 mL / 1 fl. oz
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Product Identity
BrandElora Clinic
Product NameRetinol Face Serum
Product CategoryFace Serum
Formula FormatWater-Based
SKUELC25
MPNEC-S-RET-WB-30ML
GTIN-1400850051927388
WooCommerce Product ID16952
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Formula Architecture
FORMULA BASE
Water-Based Treatment System
A water-based serum architecture built around aloe vera,
glycerin and pentylene glycol, creating a lightweight
treatment base for the retinol-focused formula.
FEATURED ACTIVE
Retinol
Retinol is the defining active ingredient in the formula.
The serum is intentionally structured around retinol to
support visible skin renewal and smoother-looking texture.
FORMULA SUPPORT
Lecithin · Pentylene Glycol · Polysorbate 20
Supporting formulation ingredients help create the
water-based delivery system while keeping retinol at the
center of the serum rather than stacking unrelated actives.
Elora Clinic Retinol Face Serum is a 30 mL water-based facial
treatment serum manufactured in the United States by Elora Clinic.
The formula centers retinol within a focused water-based system
designed to support visible skin renewal, smoother-looking texture
and hydration as part of an evening skincare routine.
All About Elora Clinic Retinol Face Serum
EXPLORE THE FORMULA→
Elora Clinic Retinol Face Serum is a 30 mL water-based facial serum formulated around retinol, skin renewal, and hydration. The formula was developed to give retinol a focused role within a streamlined serum rather than combining it with a long list of competing active ingredients. Its lightweight water-based architecture incorporates aloe vera, glycerin, pentylene glycol, lecithin, and supporting formulation ingredients around retinol for use within an evening skincare routine.
Its primary functions are Retinol · Skin Renewal · Hydration.
Why Elora Clinic Created This Formula
Retinol is an ingredient that often appears in increasingly complicated formulas containing numerous additional actives. Elora Clinic Retinol Face Serum takes a more focused approach.
The objective was to create a dedicated retinol serum where retinol remains the defining active ingredient and the surrounding formula serves specific purposes: creating the water-based delivery system, supporting hydration, maintaining formulation stability, and protecting the finished product.
This makes the serum easier to understand and easier to position within a skincare routine. Rather than asking one formula to accomplish everything, Elora Clinic Retinol Face Serum is designed around one clear treatment direction: retinol-based skin renewal supported by a lightweight water-based formula.
How Elora Clinic Retinol Face Serum Is Formulated
The serum begins with an aqueous base of water and Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice. Glycerin and pentylene glycol contribute to the supporting water-based system.
The formula also contains lecithin and polysorbate 20, which perform functional roles within the formulation and help create an appropriate delivery environment for the finished serum.
Retinol is then incorporated as the featured active ingredient.
Tetrasodium EDTA provides additional formulation support, while phenoxyethanol, caprylyl glycol, and sorbic acidform the preservation system required for this water-containing cosmetic.
The result is a deliberately structured formula in which every ingredient has a defined role around the central retinol treatment.
The Featured Active: Retinol
Retinol is the defining active ingredient in Elora Clinic Retinol Face Serum.
It is included to support skin renewal and the appearance of smoother, more refined-looking skin. Instead of surrounding retinol with numerous other headline actives, the formula keeps its identity centered on retinol itself.
That distinction is important within the Elora Clinic serum collection. Someone specifically looking to introduce retinol into a routine can select a dedicated retinol formula rather than automatically combining several different treatment ingredients in the same product.
The Supporting Water-Based System
Although retinol gives the serum its primary identity, the surrounding formulation is equally important to the finished product.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice forms part of the aqueous foundation of the serum, while glycerin and pentylene glycolcontribute to the supporting hydration and formulation system.
Lecithin and polysorbate 20 serve functional formulation roles that help build the serum’s overall delivery system.
Together, these ingredients allow Elora Clinic to formulate retinol within a water-based facial serum rather than a traditional facial oil.
Active and Supporting Ingredients
The formula can be understood according to the role each group of ingredients performs.
Featured active: Retinol.
Water-based and hydration support: Aqua (Water), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycerin, and Pentylene Glycol.
Formula support: Lecithin, Polysorbate 20, and Tetrasodium EDTA.
Preservation system: Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, and Sorbic Acid.
This relatively focused ingredient architecture gives the product a clear purpose without unnecessarily turning it into a multi-active treatment.
Preservative System
Elora Clinic Retinol Face Serum is a water-based cosmetic, so an appropriate preservation system is an essential part of the finished formulation.
The serum uses Phenoxyethanol (and) Caprylyl Glycol (and) Sorbic Acid as its preservative system. Tetrasodium EDTA is also included as a supporting formulation ingredient.
Preservation is especially important in water-containing skincare because the formulation must remain appropriately protected from microbial contamination throughout its intended shelf life and normal consumer use.
The complete ingredient declaration reflects the philosophy behind the product: a focused retinol treatment supported by the ingredients necessary to create, stabilize, hydrate, and preserve the finished water-based serum.
What Makes Elora Clinic Retinol Face Serum Different?
The defining characteristic of this serum is its focused formula architecture.
It is not positioned as a serum containing retinol plus every trending skincare ingredient. Retinol provides the central treatment direction, while the surrounding ingredients are selected to support the finished formulation.
This also gives consumers greater control over their routines. Instead of receiving numerous actives automatically in one bottle, a dedicated retinol serum can be incorporated alongside other products according to individual skincare needs and tolerance.
Best Way to Use Elora Clinic Retinol Face Serum
Retinol is best introduced thoughtfully.
Apply Elora Clinic Retinol Face Serum to clean skin during an evening skincare routine. Begin gradually rather than immediately using the product every night, particularly when retinol is new to your routine.
Avoid introducing several potentially irritating active products at the same time. If dryness or irritation develops, reduce frequency or discontinue use as appropriate.
Because retinoids can increase sensitivity to sunlight, daily broad-spectrum sunscreen is particularly important while using a retinol skincare product.
Who Is Elora Clinic Retinol Face Serum Designed For?
This serum is designed for someone looking for a dedicated water-based retinol treatment within a more intentional skincare routine.
Its primary focus is skin renewal, visible smoothness, and hydration, rather than oil balance, antioxidant-focused skincare, or intensive oil-based nourishment.
Because tolerance to retinol varies considerably between individuals, frequency should be adjusted according to how the skin responds.
Elora Clinic Retinol Face Serum at a Glance
Product: Elora Clinic Retinol Face Serum Formula: Water-Based Facial Serum Primary Functions: Retinol · Skin Renewal · Hydration Featured Active: Retinol Net Volume: 30 mL / 1 fl. oz SKU: ELC25 MPN: EC-S-RET-WB-30ML GTIN-14: 00850051927388 WooCommerce Product ID: 16952 Manufactured by: Elora Clinic Country of Manufacture: United States
ELORA CLINIC · RESEARCH & EDUCATION
Explore Retinol Research
Continue exploring Elora Clinic research on retinol,
beginner routines, sensitive skin, retinol tolerance,
alternative serum options, and irritation-focused skincare.
