Multi-Vitamin + Retinol Serum is a clear gel that holds an assortment of multicolored beads containing encapsulated retinol, vitamins and plant extracts. The pump dispenser breaks up the beads to deliver the active ingredients into the skin. The gel and bead mixture absorbs quickly into the skin and leaves it lightly hydrated. The retinol in this formulation does not produce dramatic improvements in the appearance of the skin, but it’s a gentle option for sensitive skin types.