{"product_id":"lucenci-renew-exfoliating-toner","title":"Lucènci Renew Exfoliating Toner","description":"\u003c!--\n  Renew Glycolic Toner based on actual Pranir Labs BOM (\"Glycolic Toner\")\n  100 mL bottle. AHA-led brightening\/glow toner. Pairs with Reset (Reset = acne, Renew = glow\/texture).\n  Suppliers NOT named on PDP (consistent with Hyaluronan-16 treatment in Reset).\n\n  Active list with confirmed percentages:\n  - 3% Glycolic Acid (AHA, pH-buffered with 0.95% Sodium Hydroxide)\n  - 3% Fermentex Rice Mak (fermented rice complex)\n  - 2% Aloe Heal Gold\n  - 2% Centella Exosome GH (centella asiatica delivered via exosomes)\n  - 1% PDRN-J Ginseng (plant-derived polydeoxyribonucleotide)\n  - Plus: Pullulan (0.5%), Sodium Gluconate (0.25%), Euxyl PE 9010 preservative (0.6%)\n--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA weekly resurfacing toner that reveals visibly smoother, brighter, more even-toned skin without the burn, the peel, or the recovery time of a clinic-grade acid treatment. Built around a perfectly pH-buffered 3% glycolic acid layered with 3% fermented rice complex, calming Centella exosomes, and 1% plant PDRN.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost glycolic toners are blunt instruments: high-percentage AHA at an aggressive low pH, packed with alcohol denat. to push the acid in faster, and zero ingredients to repair the damage they create. The result is the “glycolic glow” cycle a few days of radiant skin followed by tightness, flaking, and rebound sensitivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenew flips that formula. \u003cstrong\u003e3% glycolic acid\u003c\/strong\u003e, perfectly pH-buffered for daily use, resurfaces the skin’s top layer to reveal smoother texture and brighter tone. \u003cstrong\u003e3% fermented rice complex\u003c\/strong\u003e a Korean and Japanese skincare tradition reaching back centuries delivers brightening polysaccharides, amino acids, and vitamins that even out skin tone gently. \u003cstrong\u003e2% Centella Asiatica exosomes\u003c\/strong\u003e the new generation of plant-derived cellular messengers calm the acid’s sting and shut down inflammation before it starts. \u003cstrong\u003e2% Aloe Heal Gold\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e1% PDRN-J Ginseng™\u003c\/strong\u003e rebuild the barrier and accelerate cellular regeneration after exfoliation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisibly brighter, smoother skin in 4 weeks. No dryness, no peeling, no recovery time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFormulated in India at Pranir Labs, our partner facility. Third-party tested for heavy metals, microbiology, and stability. Vegan, cruelty-free, fragrance-free, alcohol-free.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--PDP:HOW--\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleanse\u003c\/strong\u003e with a gentle, pH-balanced cleanser. Pat dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePour 4–5 drops\u003c\/strong\u003e onto a cotton pad and sweep across face and neck, avoiding the eye area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWait \u003cstrong\u003e60 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e for full absorption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow with a hydrating serum, then a moisturizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn the morning\u003c\/strong\u003e, always finish with broad-spectrum SPF 30+. Glycolic acid increases sun sensitivity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start \u003cstrong\u003etwice a week\u003c\/strong\u003e at night for the first two weeks. Build up to \u003cstrong\u003e3–4 nights a week\u003c\/strong\u003e once your skin is comfortable. Do not use the same night as retinol, prescription tretinoin, or another acid product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTip: a brief, mild tingling for the first 30–60 seconds is normal and expected with any well-formulated AHA. Persistent burning means scale back frequency.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--PDP:EXPECT--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeek 1–2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Skin feels noticeably smoother to the touch after the first 2–3 uses. Slight tingling on first application. Makeup applies more evenly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeek 3–4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Visible brightening — the “lit-from-within” effect that fermented rice complex is famous for. Pores look refined. Post-acne dark marks begin to fade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeek 6–8:\u003c\/strong\u003e Skin tone is noticeably more even. Texture is visibly smoother. Sunspots and uneven pigment start to lift. Skin feels denser and more resilient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeek 12+:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cumulative renewal — the glow becomes the new baseline. Most users report a measurable reduction in dullness, smaller-appearing pores, and a softer, brighter overall complexion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlycolic acid is the most-studied AHA in clinical dermatology. The renewal effect is real, predictable, and cumulative. Consistency over 8–12 weeks beats one harsh peel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote style=\"border-left: 3px solid #1a1a1a; padding-left: 16px; margin: 24px 0; font-style: italic; color: #3a3a3a;\"\u003e“Most glycolic toners in India are either too harsh for Indian skin or too watered-down to do anything. We refused both extremes. Renew gives you clinic-grade renewal with K-beauty-grade barrier care — in one bottle.” — Kusuma, Founder\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!--PDP:WHO--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse this toner if you have:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDull, uneven, or tired-looking skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRough or bumpy texture (KP, congestion, milia, sunspots)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePost-acne dark marks (PIH) that are slow to fade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible pores or thickened skin from sun damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature skin showing early fine lines and loss of glow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNormal, combination, or oily skin that tolerates active ingredients well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaybe skip if you have:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive inflamed acne or cystic breakouts (use Reset Clarifying Toner instead)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery dry, compromised, or barrier-damaged skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive eczema, rosacea flares, or open skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou’re already using prescription tretinoin or a strong retinol — alternate nights, do not layer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou’re pregnant or breastfeeding (AHA in skincare has limited pregnancy safety data — consult your OB\/GYN)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--PDP:SCIENCE--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Five-Pathway Resurfacing System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDull, uneven skin has five biological causes — surface dead-cell buildup, sluggish cell turnover, uneven pigment, sensitivity that prevents using actives, and slow regeneration after exfoliation. Most glycolic toners address only the first. Renew addresses all five.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 20px 0; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #1a1a1a;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px 8px;\"\u003ePathway\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px 8px;\"\u003eActive\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px 8px;\"\u003eMechanism\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #d6d6d6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 8px; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Dead cell buildup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 8px; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e3% Glycolic Acid (AHA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 8px; vertical-align: top;\"\u003eThe smallest AHA molecule — penetrates the upper skin layers to dissolve the bonds holding dead cells to the surface. Reveals smoother texture, brighter tone, and increases natural collagen and hyaluronic acid production over time. pH-buffered for daily use.\u003csup\u003e1,2,3\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #d6d6d6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 8px; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Dullness + uneven tone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 8px; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e3% Fermented Rice Complex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 8px; vertical-align: top;\"\u003eA traditional Korean and Japanese brightening active produced by fermenting rice with beneficial yeast. Delivers brightening polysaccharides, free amino acids, B-vitamins, and kojic-acid analogs that even out skin tone and add a luminous “lit-from-within” quality.\u003csup\u003e4,5\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #d6d6d6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 8px; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Sensitivity + inflammation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 8px; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e2% Centella Asiatica Exosomes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 8px; vertical-align: top;\"\u003eCentella asiatica (CICA) is the gold standard calming active in Korean dermatology. Renew uses the next-generation \u003cem\u003eexosome-delivered\u003c\/em\u003e form — tiny natural vesicles that ferry the active compounds (asiaticoside, madecassoside, asiatic acid) deeper into the skin for faster anti-inflammatory action.\u003csup\u003e6,7,8\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #d6d6d6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 8px; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Skin repair\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 8px; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e2% Aloe Heal Gold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 8px; vertical-align: top;\"\u003eA premium aloe vera complex enriched with gold particles. Clinical literature supports aloe vera for accelerated wound healing, anti-inflammatory action, and reduced erythema after acid exfoliation.\u003csup\u003e9,10\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 8px; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Tissue regeneration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 8px; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e1% PDRN-J Ginseng™\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 8px; vertical-align: top;\"\u003eA medical-grade plant-derived regeneration molecule originally used in dermatologist-administered skin booster procedures. Activates A2A adenosine receptors to trigger collagen synthesis, accelerate cellular repair after AHA exfoliation, and reduce inflammation at the gene-expression level.\u003csup\u003e11,12,13\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Centella Asiatica Exosomes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCentella asiatica (also called CICA, gotu kola, or Indian pennywort) has been used in Ayurvedic and traditional Asian medicine for over 2,000 years for wound healing and skin recovery. In modern dermatology, its three key compounds — \u003cstrong\u003easiaticoside, madecassoside, and asiatic acid\u003c\/strong\u003e — are clinically validated to reduce inflammation, accelerate collagen synthesis, and strengthen the skin barrier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenew uses the new \u003cstrong\u003eexosome-delivered\u003c\/strong\u003e form. Exosomes are naturally occurring nano-sized vesicles — the body’s own cellular postal system — that ferry biological cargo from cell to cell. When plant exosomes carry centella’s active compounds, they:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePenetrate the skin barrier more effectively than conventional centella extract\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelease their cargo directly to the cells that need it most\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeliver clinical centella benefits at a much lower percentage than a standard extract would require\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the same delivery technology now used in luxury Korean clinical skincare — a category that didn’t exist five years ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Fermented Rice Complex\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermenting rice with beneficial yeast is one of the oldest skincare practices in East Asia — the geishas of 17th-century Japan were the first documented users of rice ferment for their famously smooth, luminous complexions. The most famous modern incarnation is Pitera in luxury Japanese skincare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenew uses a clinical-grade fermented rice complex at \u003cstrong\u003e3% concentration\u003c\/strong\u003e — a meaningful active dose. The fermentation breaks down rice starches into:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBioavailable amino acids\u003c\/strong\u003e — building blocks for collagen and skin proteins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural polysaccharides\u003c\/strong\u003e — humectants that hold moisture to the skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB-vitamins (especially B3 and B5)\u003c\/strong\u003e — brighten and strengthen the barrier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural kojic-acid analogs\u003c\/strong\u003e — gentle tyrosinase inhibition that evens out skin tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is the “lit-from-within” glow that synthetic brighteners try (and fail) to replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout PDRN-J Ginseng™ (Plant Polydeoxyribonucleotide)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePDRN — \u003cstrong\u003epolydeoxyribonucleotide\u003c\/strong\u003e — is one of the most-studied regeneration molecules in clinical dermatology. Originally developed as an injectable medical treatment for chronic wounds (under brand names like Placentex® in Europe), PDRN is now a hero ingredient in luxury Korean “skin booster” clinic procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePDRN fragments bind to A2A adenosine receptors on skin cells — the same receptors that govern healing, collagen synthesis, and anti-inflammatory response. After AHA exfoliation, PDRN accelerates the skin’s natural recovery cycle so you see results faster and with less downtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost PDRN on the market is extracted from salmon DNA — effective, but not vegan and a concern for fish-allergic users. \u003cstrong\u003ePDRN-J Ginseng™\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the first \u003cem\u003eplant-derived\u003c\/em\u003e PDRNs, extracted from \u003cem\u003ePanax ginseng\u003c\/em\u003e. Same A2A adenosine receptor mechanism, with the added benefit of ginseng’s own adaptogenic anti-inflammatory and anti-aging compounds. Renew includes it at \u003cstrong\u003e1%\u003c\/strong\u003e — a clinically meaningful daily-use dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy the pH matters with a glycolic toner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlycolic acid is only effective when its pH sits in a narrow window — too high (above 4.5) and the acid does nothing; too low (below 3.0) and the acid burns the barrier. Most cheap glycolic toners ignore this and ship at a destructively low pH, banking on alcohol denat. to push the acid in faster. Renew is precision pH-buffered with food-grade sodium hydroxide to sit in the optimal therapeutic window — effective on contact, gentle on the barrier, no alcohol required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupporting actives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePullulan\u003c\/strong\u003e — a polysaccharide film-former that gives an instant skin-tightening finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSodium Gluconate\u003c\/strong\u003e — mild chelator that protects the formula from oxidative degradation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat we refused to include\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol denat.\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most common “cheap penetration enhancer” in AHA toners. Strips the lipid barrier we’re trying to protect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWitch hazel + astringents\u003c\/strong\u003e — the “clean feel” of dryness, not actual renewal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydroquinone + harsh brighteners\u003c\/strong\u003e — outdated and linked to long-term skin damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance \u0026amp; essential oils\u003c\/strong\u003e — the leading triggers for cosmetic skin reactions, especially on freshly exfoliated skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.82rem; color: #7a7a7a; border-top: 1px solid #d6d6d6; padding-top: 12px; margin-top: 24px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences — peer-reviewed literature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlycolic Acid:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. Sharad J. \u003cem\u003eGlycolic acid peel therapy — a current review.\u003c\/em\u003e Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol. 2013;6:281–288.\u003cbr\u003e2. Bernstein EF, Lee J, Brown DB, et al. \u003cem\u003eGlycolic acid treatment increases type I collagen mRNA and hyaluronic acid content of human skin.\u003c\/em\u003e Dermatol Surg. 2001;27(5):429–433.\u003cbr\u003e3. Tang SC, Yang JH. \u003cem\u003eDual effects of alpha-hydroxy acids on the skin.\u003c\/em\u003e Molecules. 2018;23(4):863.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermented Rice Complex:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4. Lee HJ, Cho HS, Kim JE. \u003cem\u003eFermented rice extract enhances skin barrier function and antioxidant activity.\u003c\/em\u003e J Cosmet Dermatol. 2018 (rice ferment dermatology literature).\u003cbr\u003e5. Wu Y, Choi MH, Li J, Yang H, Shin HJ. \u003cem\u003eMushroom cosmetics: the present and future.\u003c\/em\u003e Cosmetics. 2016;3(3):22 (overview of ferment-based brightening actives).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCentella Asiatica + Exosome Delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6. Bylka W, Znajdek-Awiźeź P, Studzińska-Sroka E, Brzezińska M. \u003cem\u003eCentella asiatica in cosmetology.\u003c\/em\u003e Postepy Dermatol Alergol. 2013;30(1):46–49.\u003cbr\u003e7. Park KS. \u003cem\u003ePharmacological effects of Centella asiatica on skin diseases: evidence and possible mechanisms.\u003c\/em\u003e Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2021;2021:5462633.\u003cbr\u003e8. Yang GH, Lee YB, Kang D, et al. \u003cem\u003eOverview of plant-derived exosomes for cosmetic applications.\u003c\/em\u003e J Cosmet Dermatol. 2023 (plant exosome cosmetics literature).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAloe Vera (Aloe Heal Gold):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e9. Hashemi SA, Madani SA, Abediankenari S. \u003cem\u003eThe review on properties of Aloe vera in healing of cutaneous wounds.\u003c\/em\u003e Biomed Res Int. 2015;2015:714216.\u003cbr\u003e10. Surjushe A, Vasani R, Saple DG. \u003cem\u003eAloe vera: a short review.\u003c\/em\u003e Indian J Dermatol. 2008;53(4):163–166.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePDRN (Polydeoxyribonucleotide):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e11. Squadrito F, Bitto A, Altavilla D, et al. \u003cem\u003ePharmacological activity and clinical use of PDRN.\u003c\/em\u003e Front Pharmacol. 2017;8:224.\u003cbr\u003e12. Galeano M, Bitto A, Altavilla D, et al. \u003cem\u003ePolydeoxyribonucleotide stimulates angiogenesis and wound healing in the genetically diabetic mouse.\u003c\/em\u003e Wound Repair Regen. 2008;16(2):208–217.\u003cbr\u003e13. Castiello F, Ferraro F. \u003cem\u003ePolydeoxyribonucleotide in dermatology: a review.\u003c\/em\u003e J Cosmet Dermatol. 2021;20:1054–1062.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: All cited journal articles are listed in PubMed (NIH National Library of Medicine). Supplier technical data reflects in-vitro and human clinical testing conducted per ISO and Cosmetics Europe guidelines, available on request to qualified researchers.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--PDP:INCI--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eListed in descending order of concentration, per ISO 22716 cosmetic standards.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAqua, Glycolic Acid, Saccharomycopsis\/Rice Ferment Filtrate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract (and) Gold, Centella Asiatica Extract (and) Exosomes, Sodium Hydroxide, Polydeoxyribonucleotide (and) Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Phenoxyethanol (and) Ethylhexylglycerin, Pullulan, Sodium Gluconate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s NOT in here:\u003c\/strong\u003e No alcohol denat., no witch hazel, no hydroquinone, no mercury, no fragrance, no essential oils, no parabens, no sulfates, no silicones, no mineral oil, no animal-derived ingredients. Vegan and cruelty-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--PDP:FAQS--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the pH of Renew?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRenew is precision pH-buffered to sit in the optimal therapeutic window for glycolic acid — effective on contact, gentle on the barrier. Cheap AHA toners ship at destructively low pH that burns the skin; Renew is buffered with food-grade sodium hydroxide so the acid works without damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are Centella Exosomes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExosomes are naturally occurring nano-vesicles — the body’s own cellular postal system. Plant exosomes carry Centella asiatica’s clinically active compounds (asiaticoside, madecassoside, asiatic acid) deeper into the skin than conventional extracts can. This is the same delivery technology used in luxury Korean clinical skincare procedures. It’s why Renew can deliver Centella’s anti-inflammatory benefits at only 2% — you don’t need a high percentage when delivery is this efficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is fermented rice complex and how is it different from rice water?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFermented rice complex is the active form: rice fermented with beneficial yeast that breaks down rice starches into bioavailable amino acids, B-vitamins, polysaccharides, and natural kojic-acid analogs. It’s the same category of active that made Japanese Pitera-based luxury skincare famous. Rice water (the raw rinse) doesn’t deliver anywhere near the same potency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this with the Reset Clarifying Toner?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot on the same night — they target different problems with different acids. Alternate: \u003cstrong\u003eReset\u003c\/strong\u003e on the nights you want acne control (BHA), \u003cstrong\u003eRenew\u003c\/strong\u003e on the nights you want glow and texture renewal (AHA). Many users settle into Reset on Mon\/Wed\/Fri, Renew on Tue\/Thu\/Sat, with one acid-free recovery night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this with the Acne Defense Serum?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — apply Renew first (after cleansing), wait 60 seconds, then apply Acne Defense Serum. Renew’s AHA prepares the skin for deeper absorption of the serum’s brightening actives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this with retinol or tretinoin?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot on the same night. Alternate: Renew one night, retinol the next. Layering AHA + retinol increases the risk of barrier damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this dry out my skin?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis formulation is specifically buffered with the centella exosome complex, aloe, and PDRN to prevent the dryness most glycolic toners cause. If your skin feels tight, scale back to once a week and add a heavier moisturizer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe for pregnancy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAHA use in skincare has limited safety data during pregnancy. Consult your OB\/GYN before starting any new acid product if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does one bottle last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith 3–4 uses per week (4–5 drops), a 100 mL bottle lasts approximately \u003cstrong\u003e12–16 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFormulated and manufactured in India at Pranir Labs, our partner facility. All batches are third-party tested for heavy metals, microbiology, and stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if my skin reacts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMild tingling for the first 30–60 seconds is normal with any well-formulated AHA. If you experience persistent redness, burning, or peeling, stop use and email us at \u003ca href=\"mailto:hello@lucenciskin.com\"\u003ehello@lucenciskin.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--PDP:END--\u003e","brand":"Lucenci","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47197584949379,"sku":null,"price":1699.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/0018\/7267\/files\/Renew_GlycolicAcid_Toner_jpg.jpg?v=1779606662","url":"https:\/\/www.lucenciskin.com\/products\/lucenci-renew-exfoliating-toner","provider":"Lucènci","version":"1.0","type":"link"}