Overview
What it is
Prescription with 3 ingredients that contains retinoid
Cool Features
It is fungal acne (malassezia) safe
Suited For
It has ingredients that are good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture
Free From
It doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, silicones or sulfates
Fun facts
FROIKA is from Greece.
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What's inside
Ingredients List
Adapalene 0.1%
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Methylparaben
Preservative
Active Ingredients:
Adapalene 0.1%
Inactive Ingredients:
Propylene Glycol, Methylparaben
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Explained
Adapalene is a third-generation topical retinoid and is best known for treating mild to moderate acne. It’s also commonly as for its brand name, Differin.
Adapalene has some great benefits:
You can buy over-the-counter adapalene at 0.1% gel strength. Higher concentrations require a prescription.
Oleyl adapalenate is a cosmetic-grade derivative of adapalene that does not require a prescription since it is considered a cosmetic ingredient.
Learn more about AdapalenePropylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolMethylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben. It is used to prevent the growth of fungus, mold, and other harmful bacteria. Parabens are chemicals used as preservatives in both cosmetics and food.
Methylparaben can be synthetically created. It can also be found naturally in some fruits, such as blueberries.
Oftentimes, Methylparaben is combined with other parabens to help increase the shelf life.
The safety of Methylparaben is currently being studied. While ongoing studies are looking into the safety of parabens, the results have been very mixed. Some studies have not found Methylparaben to be harmful.
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Where it's from
FROIKA is a Greek brand
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Read more about us· Updated September 30, 2025 • Added by egshiglendorjsuren
