Tirtir PHA 15 Serum - 30ml

Tirtir PHA 15 Serum is a gentle exfoliating serum with 15% PHA (gluconolactone) . a polyhydroxy acid that exfoliates without the irritation, redness, or peeling associated with traditional AHAs and BHAs. At pH 5.5, this serum respects your skin's natural acid mantle while effectively smoothing texture and refining pores.

15% gluconolactone (PHA) has larger molecules than glycolic or salicylic acid, so it works on the surface without penetrating deep enough to cause irritation. LHA (capryloyl salicylic acid) . a gentler derivative of salicylic acid . provides additional pore-refining benefits. Five types of phyto-mucin (from yam, jute, lotus, okra, and angelica) create a hydrating botanical network. Plant squalane strengthens the barrier. Adenosine firms and smooths. A 1:9 oil-to-water ratio ensures the formula is lightweight and hydrating.

Why customers love it

• 15% PHA (gluconolactone) . gentle exfoliation without irritation
• LHA . capryloyl salicylic acid for pore refining
• 5 types of phyto-mucin . hydrating botanical complex
• pH 5.5 . skin-friendly, respects the acid mantle
• Plant squalane . barrier strengthening
• Adenosine . anti-wrinkle firming
• 1:9 oil-to-water ratio . lightweight, hydrating formula
• No redness or peeling . safe for sensitive skin

Perfect for: sensitive skin, dull skin, uneven texture, rough skin, beginners to acids, pore refining, gentle exfoliation, dry skin.

Gluconolactone (15%) , PHA exfoliant with large molecules for gentle surface exfoliation

Capryloyl Salicylic Acid (LHA) , gentle salicylic acid derivative for pore refining

Squalane , plant-derived lipid for barrier strengthening

Adenosine , anti-wrinkle and firming ingredient

Vaccinium Myrtillus (Bilberry) Fruit Extract , antioxidant AHA source

Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract , natural glycolic acid source

Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract , phyto-mucin from yam for hydration

Corchorus Olitorius Leaf Extract , phyto-mucin from jute for moisture

Nelumbo Nucifera Root Extract , phyto-mucin from lotus for soothing

Hibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract , phyto-mucin from okra for barrier support

Angelica Keiskei Extract , phyto-mucin for antioxidant protection

Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil , sea buckthorn for nourishing omega fatty acids

Tocopherol , vitamin E antioxidant

1. After cleansing and toning, apply 2-3 drops onto your face.
2. Gently pat into the skin until absorbed, avoiding the eye area.
3. Follow with moisturiser.
4. Start with 2-3 times per week in the evening.
5. Increase to daily use once tolerated.
6. Always apply sunscreen in the morning . exfoliants increase photosensitivity.

Pro tip: This is the perfect exfoliating serum if AHAs and BHAs irritate your skin. PHA molecules are larger than glycolic acid, so they exfoliate the surface without penetrating deep enough to cause the stinging, redness, or peeling that traditional acids cause. The pH 5.5 is another key differentiator . most acid exfoliants sit at pH 3-4, which is effective but harsh. You'll see initial texture improvement in 2-4 weeks and full benefits around 6-8 weeks. The five phyto-mucin types are a clever addition . they create a plant-based hydrating network similar to snail mucin but without animal ingredients. In the UAE's dry air-conditioned environments, the 1:9 oil-to-water ratio keeps skin hydrated while exfoliating. Can be layered with niacinamide and hyaluronic acid.