TIRTIR SOS Serum 50ml

The name says a lot. TIRTIR designed the SOS Serum as a comprehensive skin rescue — a single product that addresses the cluster of concerns that tend to show up together: dehydration, dullness, sensitivity, and the early visible signs of ageing. Rather than doing one thing exceptionally well, this serum earns its reputation by doing many things well simultaneously, without the formula feeling overloaded or the skin feeling overwhelmed. It’s built on a base of Centella Asiatica Leaf Water rather than plain water — which means the calming and barrier-supportive properties of Cica begin working from the very first ingredient, before anything else in the formula even comes into play.

What anchors the TIRTIR SOS Serum as a true overachiever is the pairing of Polyglutamic Acid with Sodium Hyaluronate for layered, sustained hydration, alongside a botanical soothing complex of Witch Hazel, Chamomile, Cucumber, and Licorice Root that calms reactive skin and works to even tone over time. Three types of Peptides — Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Copper Tripeptide-1, and Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 — round the formula out with targeted anti-ageing action, stimulating collagen production and improving skin firmness progressively. The gel-like texture absorbs instantly, sits comfortably under moisturiser and makeup, and leaves no stickiness behind. It is fragrance-free, alcohol-free, and built without silicone, parabens, or artificial colourants — making it genuinely accessible to even the most reactive skin types. Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner

Key Benefits

• Supercharged Deep Hydration — Polyglutamic Acid binds and retains moisture with a significantly greater capacity than conventional Hyaluronic Acid, delivering sustained, visible plumpness that lasts throughout the day.
• Immediate Soothing and Redness Relief — The TIRTIR SOS Serum’s Centella Asiatica Leaf Water base alongside Chamomile, Witch Hazel, and Allantoin calms irritated, reactive skin from the moment of application.
• Peptide-Powered Firming — Three Peptide types work together to stimulate collagen production, improving skin elasticity and softening the appearance of fine lines with consistent use.
• Brightens and Evens Skin Tone — Licorice Root Extract and Niacinamide target dullness, dark spots, and uneven tone for a progressively more radiant, balanced complexion.
• Clean, Lightweight Formula for All Skin Types — Fragrance-free, alcohol-free, and non-comedogenic, with a non-sticky gel texture that absorbs effortlessly under any routine step, making it suitable for everyday use by everyone.

Key Ingredients

Here’s what powers the TIRTIR SOS Serum:

Polyglutamic Acid (PGA) The headline hydration ingredient in this formula and one of the most effective moisture-retention actives in modern skincare. Polyglutamic Acid is a naturally derived polymer — a chain of glutamic acid amino acids — that forms a light, flexible film on the skin’s surface, binding and holding onto moisture with a capacity that significantly surpasses standard Hyaluronic Acid. The result is a long-lasting, deeply hydrated skin feel that persists well beyond application — particularly valuable for chronically dehydrated or dry skin types.

Centella Asiatica Leaf Water Rather than standard water, this serum uses Centella Asiatica Leaf Water as its base — meaning the soothing, anti-inflammatory, and barrier-repairing properties of Cica are present from the first ingredient. This sets a calming, skin-friendly foundation that benefits sensitive and reactive skin throughout every layer of the formula.

Witch Hazel Extract (Hamamelis Virginiana) A natural botanical astringent with proven anti-inflammatory and pore-minimising properties. Witch Hazel helps soothe rough, irritated skin, tighten the appearance of enlarged pores, and contribute to a more refined skin surface over time — without the harshness sometimes associated with alcohol-based witch hazel preparations. Here it is used in a skin-friendly, alcohol-free context.

Chamomile Extract (Chamomilla Recutita) One of the most widely trusted soothing botanicals in skincare. Chamomile is rich in flavonoids and terpenoids — compounds with well-documented anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that calm reactive skin, reduce visible redness, and help restore a healthy, even complexion. It also provides a mild skin-conditioning effect that contributes to softer, more comfortable skin.

Licorice Root Extract (Glycyrrhiza Glabra) A clinically recognised brightening ingredient that inhibits the enzyme responsible for melanin production, helping to fade post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, sun spots, and uneven tone over time. Licorice Root Extract is also valued for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, making it effective at both addressing existing discolouration and preventing new pigmentation from UV or inflammatory triggers.

Peptide Complex (Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Copper Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4) A trio of clinically studied signal peptides that work together to stimulate collagen and elastin synthesis in the skin. Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 targets the appearance of expression lines by relaxing facial muscle contractions over time. Copper Tripeptide-1 supports skin regeneration and wound healing alongside collagen production. Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 — one of the most researched cosmetic peptides — signals fibroblasts to produce more collagen and hyaluronic acid within the skin, improving firmness and skin density with consistent use.

Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) A multi-functional active that regulates sebum production, reduces redness, strengthens the skin barrier, and inhibits melanin transfer to the skin surface. Alongside Licorice Root, it extends the formula’s brightening capability into the melanin pathway — approaching uneven tone and dark spots from two complementary angles.

Beta-Glucan A naturally derived polysaccharide with both soothing and anti-ageing properties. Beta-Glucan has shown the ability to penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin, where it supports wound healing, hydration, and — in meaningful concentrations — contributes to wrinkle depth reduction. It also bolsters the formula’s calming activity alongside Centella and Chamomile.

Cucumber Fruit Extract (Cucumis Sativus) A cooling, hydrating botanical that delivers a light burst of soothing comfort on application. Cucumber Extract helps reduce puffiness, calm redness, and refresh skin that feels tight or irritated — a complementary addition to the serum’s broader soothing complex.

Best For:

• ✅ Dehydrated Skin — Polyglutamic Acid and layered humectants restore deep, lasting moisture to skin that lacks water content regardless of oil level
• ✅ Sensitive and Reactive Skin — fragrance-free, alcohol-free, and built on a Centella base with multiple calming botanicals
• ✅ Dry Skin — the combination of PGA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Squalane, and Betaine delivers the sustained hydration dry skin genuinely needs
• ✅ Dull or Fatigued Skin — Niacinamide, Licorice Root, and Peptides together brighten tone and restore vitality to a flat complexion
• ✅ Acne-Prone Skin — non-comedogenic, fungal acne safe, and free from pore-clogging ingredients
• ✅ Mature Skin — three-Peptide complex provides progressive collagen support and visible firming with consistent use
• ✅ Normal and Combination Skin — lightweight texture and non-greasy finish make it universally comfortable across skin types

Targets These Concerns:

• Dehydration and surface dryness
• Redness and skin sensitivity
• Dullness and uneven skin tone
• Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
• Fine lines and early loss of skin firmness
• Enlarged or visible pores
• Post-breakout irritation and discolouration
• Rough or uncomfortable skin texture

Not Recommended For:

• ⚠️ Those with oily skin seeking oil control as a primary concern — the TIRTIR SOS Serum is predominantly a hydration and soothing treatment; while Niacinamide provides some sebum-regulating benefit, a dedicated BHA or pore-clearing treatment would be a more direct solution for oil control
• ⚠️ Those with a known sensitivity to Witch Hazel — while this formula uses a skin-friendly, alcohol-free form, patch testing is recommended if you have previously reacted to Hamamelis-based products

How to Use

1. Cleanse and Tone — After cleansing and toning, ensure the skin has absorbed your toner fully before reaching for the TIRTIR SOS Serum. Slightly damp skin is perfectly fine — the serum works well either way.
2. Dispense 2–3 Drops — Pump two to three drops into clean palms and gently warm the serum between your fingertips for a few seconds before applying.
3. Press into Skin Evenly — Using gentle pressing and patting motions, work the serum across the face, neck, and any areas of particular dryness, redness, or concern. Avoid dragging or rubbing — the gel texture responds best to pressing.
4. Follow with Moisturiser — Allow thirty to sixty seconds for full absorption, then seal in the serum’s actives with a moisturiser. In the morning, finish with SPF before any makeup.

Use: AM / PM / Both Where in routine: After toner, before moisturiser Pro Tip: The TIRTIR SOS Serum works exceptionally well as a base under makeup on days when skin looks dull or feels tight. Apply as normal in your routine, allow it to absorb, then follow with moisturiser and SPF — the Polyglutamic Acid creates a subtly plumped, dewy skin surface that gives a natural, lit-from-within quality to the complexion even before any base products go on.

Disclaimer

Please check the product in front of the delivery person. Once delivery is completed, no complaints or exchanges will be accepted. Product packaging may change from time to time, so you may receive either the old or new version — this is completely normal.