ActivCalm Quick Soothing SOS Serum

• Clinically Proven Redness Relief – Clinically proven to reduce visible redness (erythema) by up to 60% within 1 hour and up to 100% within 24 hours.

• Calms Sensitive, Reactive Skin – Helps soothe irritation, tightness and skin discomfort caused by environmental stress, over-exfoliation or aesthetic treatments.

• Strengthens the Skin Barrier – Supports the skin microbiome and natural ceramide production to strengthen the skin barrier and improve skin resilience over time.

• Protects Against Environmental Stress – Defends against pollution, heavy metals and oxidative stress that can trigger redness, irritation and sensitivity.

• Builds Skin Resilience – With continued use, skin feels calmer, stronger and better able to withstand everyday environmental stressors.

• 10% Alkaline Amino Acid Extract - A natural extract derived from acorn squash seeds that provides fast relief for sensitive, irritated and redness-prone skin. Clinically proven to reduce visible redness by up to 60% within 1 hour and up to 100% within 24 hours, it also helps reduce skin sensitivity over time, leaving skin calmer and more comfortable.

• Hydrolysed Yeast Protein - A microbiome-supporting prebiotic that helps stimulate the skin's natural ceramide production to strengthen the skin barrier, improve hydration and reduce sensitivity. It helps restore healthier, more resilient skin, making it especially beneficial for sensitive and compromised skin.

• Alteromonas Ferment Extract - A marine-derived ingredient sourced from French Polynesia that helps defend skin against pollution, heavy metals and pollution-induced oxidative stress. It forms a breathable protective shield to help reduce moisture loss and protect sensitive skin from everyday environmental stressors.

• Panthenol (Provitamin B5)- A soothing and deeply hydrating ingredient that helps calm irritation, replenish moisture and reinforce the skin barrier, leaving sensitive skin feeling softer, smoother and more comfortable.

Water, Sea Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Chlorphenesin, Isoceteth-20, Panthenol, Alteromonas Ferment Extract, Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Arginine, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Urea, Pentylene Glycol, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, PVM/MA Copolymer, o-Cymen-5-ol, Phenoxyethanol, Ethanolamine, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid

Free from: Fragrance, parabens, phthalates, sulphates and mineral oil.
Thoughtfully formulated: Vegan, cruelty-free, non-comedogenic and pregnancy-friendly.

Apply 3–4 pumps to clean skin every morning and evening before your moisturiser. Gently massage until fully absorbed. Apply additional pumps to areas of redness, irritation or sensitivity whenever needed.

For best results, pair with ActivCalm Anti-Stress Hydra Cream, a lightweight moisturiser that replenishes hydration, strengthens the skin barrier and helps keep sensitive, redness-prone skin calm, comfortable and resilient.

1. Is ActivCalm Quick Soothing SOS Serum suitable for all skin types?
ActivCalm Quick Soothing SOS Serum is suitable for all skin types, especially sensitive, redness-prone, eczema-prone, dehydrated and compromised skin. It is also suitable for soothing visible redness and skin discomfort after shaving.

2. How quickly does ActivCalm Quick Soothing SOS Serum work?
ActivCalm Quick Soothing SOS Serum is clinically proven to reduce visible redness by up to 60% within 1 hour and up to 100% within 24 hours. With continued use, it also helps reduce skin sensitivity, strengthen the skin barrier and improve overall skin resilience.

3. What is the difference between ActivCalm Quick Soothing SOS Serum and ActivCalm Skin Quenching Serum?
ActivCalm Quick Soothing SOS Serum is designed to calm visible redness, irritation and skin sensitivity, while ActivCalm Skin Quenching Serum focuses on deep, long-lasting hydration using Natural Moisturising Factors (NMFs) and electrolytes. They complement each other and can be used together to soothe sensitive skin, replenish hydration and strengthen the skin barrier.

4. Can I use this serum after aesthetic treatments, retinol or over-exfoliation?
ActivCalm Quick Soothing SOS Serum is ideal for calming skin after laser treatments, chemical peels, retinol use, over-exfoliation or other sources of temporary irritation. If you've had an in-clinic procedure, always follow your practitioner's aftercare instructions.

5. Can I use this serum if I don't have sensitive skin?
Even if your skin isn't naturally sensitive, the serum helps calm temporary redness, dryness and irritation caused by environmental stress, sun exposure or over-exfoliation while supporting a stronger skin barrier.

6. Can I use ActivCalm Quick Soothing SOS Serum if I have eczema-prone skin?
Yes, ActivCalm Quick Soothing SOS Serum is suitable for eczema-prone skin. It helps soothe visible redness, dryness, irritation and skin discomfort while supporting a healthier skin barrier. Although it is not intended to treat eczema, it can be used as part of a skincare routine to help keep skin feeling calmer, more comfortable and resilient. If you have active eczema or are under medical treatment, follow your healthcare professional's advice.

7. Is ActivCalm Quick Soothing SOS Serum safe to use during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
Yes, the formula is pregnancy and breastfeeding-friendly.

8. Which moisturiser should I pair with ActivCalm Quick Soothing SOS Serum?
For best results, follow with ActivCalm Anti-Stress Hydra Cream to help lock in hydration, strengthen the skin barrier and support long-lasting moisture throughout the day.

9. Can I use ActivCalm Quick Soothing SOS Serum every day?
The lightweight formula is suitable for daily use, morning and evening. It can also be applied whenever your skin feels irritated, sensitive or visibly red and sunburnt.

This refillable airless bottle is crafted using post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials to help reduce single-use plastic waste while extending the life of your packaging.

Unlike traditional pumps, the airless design protects the formula from unnecessary air exposure while helping maintain freshness and hygiene. On first use, pump a few times to release the air before the product dispenses.

How To Refill
1. Twist the shoulder of the original bottle counterclockwise to remove the inner bottle from the outer holster.

2. Remove the pump from your original bottle and attach it to the refill bottle.

3. Align the refill bottle to fit into the outer holster and twist it clockwise until you hear a satisfying click.

From refillable packaging and recycling initiatives to ocean cleanup partnerships, we're committed to reducing waste and creating more sustainable ways to care for your skin.

REFILLABLE AIRLESS PACKAGING
Our airless packaging helps maintain freshness while allowing you to use every last drop of product with minimal waste. Refill bottles are designed to extend the life of your original packaging while reducing single-use plastic consumption.

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