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Sunday Riley Good Genes All-in-One Lactic Acid Treatment Serum - Ulta Beauty
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Highlights
- Deeply exfoliates the dull surface of the skin for clarity, radiance, and younger-looking skin
- Visibly brightens the appearance of age spots and discolorations
- Helps fight a build-up of dead skin cells and excess sebum, which can lead to skin bumps, dullness, skin congestion, blackheads, and acne
- Instantly plumps the look of fine lines and wrinkles in 3 minutes
Description
Good Genes is a multi-treatment serum that deeply exfoliates the skin and instantly plumps the look of fine lines and wrinkles in 3 minutes. Purified Lactic Acid is one of the most hydrating Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), Lactic Acid exfoliates the surface layers of the skin, revealing a more clarified, fresher, smoother, younger-looking complexion. Licorice has naturally brightening properties and helps improve skin radiance and Lemongrass is an astringent and refreshes skin for a toned complexion.
This Sunday Riley product is vegetarian, cruelty-free, and formulated without artificial fragrances, sulfates, parabens, gluten, soy, and phthalates.
How To Use
Apply 1-2 pumps to clean, dry skin as a leave-on treatment. Use day or night. Can be applied on top of Luna Sleeping Night oil, and before your moisturizer. For sensitive skin, use it as a mask. Apply 1-3 pumps to clean, dry skin and leave on for 15 minutes. Rinse well and pat dry.
Clinical Results
100% of users said their skin looked and felt significantly smoother and more radiant, with visibly reduced lines and wrinkles
100% of users said this was the most effective skin plumping product they have ever used and would definitely recommend this product to a friend
Packaging uses > 50% plastic alternative such as FSC-certified paper, aluminum, steel, or glass with great potential to be widely circular for majority of product packaging.
This Sunday Riley product is vegetarian, cruelty-free, and formulated without artificial fragrances, sulfates, parabens, gluten, soy, and phthalates.
How To Use
Apply 1-2 pumps to clean, dry skin as a leave-on treatment. Use day or night. Can be applied on top of Luna Sleeping Night oil, and before your moisturizer. For sensitive skin, use it as a mask. Apply 1-3 pumps to clean, dry skin and leave on for 15 minutes. Rinse well and pat dry.
Clinical Results
100% of users said their skin looked and felt significantly smoother and more radiant, with visibly reduced lines and wrinkles
100% of users said this was the most effective skin plumping product they have ever used and would definitely recommend this product to a friend
Packaging uses > 50% plastic alternative such as FSC-certified paper, aluminum, steel, or glass with great potential to be widely circular for majority of product packaging.
Scent: Lemongrass
Trial/Mini/Travel Size: Yes
Health Facts: Vegan, Sulfate-Free, Paraben-Free, Contains Glycolic Acid, Gluten-Free, Phthalate-Free
Product Form: Serum
Sustainability Claims: Cruelty-Free, Not Tested on Animals
Beauty Purpose: Wrinkle Reduction, Skin Texture Improvement, Pore Reduction, Brightening, Exfoliating
Recommended Skin Type: Dry, Combination, Normal
Net weight: .5 fl oz (US)
TCIN: 86272757
UPC: 817494016796
Item Number (DPCI): 342-01-0242
Origin: Assem USA w/foreign/dom. parts
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Ingredients:
botanical blend [ aqua, opuntia tuna fruit extract, cypripedium pubescens extract, opuntia vulgaris leaf extract, agave tequilana leaf extract, arnica montana flower extract, aloe barbadensis leaf extract, saccharomyces cerevisiae (yeast) extract, leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate], caprylic/ capric triglyceride, squalane, lactic acid, ppg-12/ smdi copolymer, propanediol, butylene glycol, stearic acid, dimethicone, cetearyl alcohol, phenyl trimethicone, disiloxane, ceteareth-20, glyceryl stearate, peg-100 stearate, stearyl glycyrrhetinate, glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, cymbopogon schoenanthus (lemongrass) oil, potassium hydroxide, phenoxyethanol, xanthan gum, caprylyl glycol, chlorphenesin, sodium phytate.' '
Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 4 inches length x 5.5 inches width x 1.6 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.3968 pounds
Return details
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This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
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Q: Where is the licorice in the ingredients?
submitted by Linda - 1 year ago
A: Glycyrrhiza glabra root its towards the bottom of the ingredient list.
submitted byAnony - 1 year ago
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The Sunday Riley Good Genes Lactic Acid Treatment is a powerful serum that has garnered positive feedback for its ability to improve skin texture, brightness, and overall appearance. Many guests have reported visible results such as reduced fine lines, smoother skin, and a radiant glow after just a few days of use. However, some concerns about packaging and product quantity have been noted, suggesting a need for careful consideration before purchase.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
4.7 out of 5 stars with 5202 reviews
80% would recommend
10 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
29 September, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
Amazing Results
I've been using Good Genes for only a few weeks and I already see the difference in texture, brightness, and fading of fine lines and under eye bags! I wish I'd found Sunday Riley products far sooner than I did!
5 out of 5 stars
22 September, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
I love this product!
Works so good that I was truly amazed! And you can notice a difference in a few days!
4 out of 5 stars
21 September, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
I Would Never Pay Full Price
At 50% off it is an okay Lactic Acid leave-on but there are many other products that do the same thing at a lower price point. This was a 21 days of Beauty Deals purchase and I'm. It sad I tried it.
5 out of 5 stars
31 August, 2025
originally posted on SundayRiley.com
Essential Product
This product is amazing! I love it and consider it part of my essential skincare routine. I layer it at night over Luna Sleeping Night Oil. My skin has never looked better. I definitely recommend this product.
5 out of 5 stars
5 August, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
My ride or die
This is my go to, found it about 2 years ago. I love the way it has treated my skin on my face. I use pretty much daily unless running low, then it's every few days. My only complaint is the bottle is white, so you can tell when it's low. I use every drop.
4 out of 5 stars
27 July, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
Mission - better skin for my wedding
Overall the product has a great milky texture with a pleasant scent. I immediately noticed a brightening affect after one night and my skin was super soft. One star off as it will take time to see any difference on dark spots/scars.
1 out of 5 stars
9 July, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
Gave me contact dermatitis
I bought this very expensive cream because Dr. Shereene Idriss recommended it for sensitive skin. I used 3 or 4 times and now I have contact dermatitis so bad that I had to see a doctor and get a prescription for a steroid ointment.
5 out of 5 stars
20 June, 2025
originally posted on SundayRiley.com
The best
I've used this product since it debuted, rotating between using it alone or as part of the Dynamic Duo (with Luna face oil). I always come back to it because nothing compares. It sloughs off dead cells and leaves my face radiant, fine lines nearly invisible, and pores smaller. The scent leaves much to be desired, so I use it at night.
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
9 June, 2025Verified purchase
Misleading
I can't believe that I spent so much money on a trial sized bottle of anything..It doesn't work as well as many other cheaper serums that I've used..I want my money back.
5 out of 5 stars
8 June, 2025
originally posted on SundayRiley.com
100000/10
I’ve tried COUNTLESS products for my skin, including retinol, which ended up being too harsh. This lactic acid serum is a great alternative, and has completely changed the texture of my skin for the better. This and the vitamin c serum are BEST things I’ve ever used and are worth every penny!!!
5 out of 5 stars
5 June, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
OUTSTANDING
I am very happy with the results I am seeing in my skin since I started using this product. I will keep re-ordering Good Genes.
1 out of 5 stars
13 May, 2025
originally posted on SundayRiley.com
Breakouts and Drying Skin
I have been using for about two weeks. My face is dry and breaking out. I don’t know if at this point I should just ditch it.
5 out of 5 stars
5 May, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
My favorite
I loveee the Sunday Riley collection! It is so so good! After just a few uses my face is so much brighter and smoother
5 out of 5 stars
30 April, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
Holy Grail - Texture skin Girly
Unfortunately for my wallet this product works amazingly well. I've actually just emptied my 3rd bottle. I have pretty balanced to dry skin, my main skin concern is always texture. This product will take my skin from the crustiest depths to clear skin. People always compliment skin and this is the one product I have consistently used for 4 years. There's nothing like it.
4 out of 5 stars
20 April, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
Very Good Product on 2nd mth - Not so good Packaging
I have tried probably over a couple dozen Lactic Acid products. I have sensitive skin, combinations also with sun damage from my 20's. I am in my early 50's now with minimal fine lines around my eyes but had strong frown line between eyes. I have used it for a month with the CEO cream and I have seen a difference. There is a younger feel, brighter glow and a more youthful overall look to my skin. Give the product a chance at least a month remember this is a skin product not the fountain of youth. You have to set a realistic expectation from your skin care routine. Also this product is for under, around your eyes and up to your brow if you have sensitive skin do not put it on your eyelids. But from someone who has tried many products expensive and less expensive I like this product I see change in my skin texture, color, dullness, reduces puffiness to a degree(I think that took a little longer) and even fine lines. I gave it 4 stars only because of the packaging I have learned when the bottle is out of pumps it doesnt mean the bottle is empty I opened it up and found more inside so I took off one star for that.
5 out of 5 stars
11 April, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
Love it!
I'm using Good Genes for a while now. And I really love this product ❤️.
5 out of 5 stars
3 April, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
Expensive, but works
Listen, I'm not a skincare girlie, but my mom tossed me this because she didn't like the smell (it smells like black licorice sort of) and its one of the only times I've actually noticed my skin looking better than it usually does. I am going to try a dupe now that I went to rebuy and a 9 dollar alternative immediately came up. I'm assuming Lactic acid is Lactic acid.
5 out of 5 stars
1 April, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
I will purchase this product again
This product is a game changer. I have purchased many products and this one has exceeded my expectations. My skin feels and looks more radiant and the fine lines are barely visible. The difference was noticeable within one week. I am very happy with this product and the salesman, Nate, who introduced me to the product.
5 out of 5 stars
28 March, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
MUST BUY
Great Serum for day and night use. My complexion has been brighter and smoother
2 out of 5 stars
22 March, 2025
originally posted on SundayRiley.com
Pump not working
I brought this product and I can’t pump it out! So now I’m opening the cap to use. I’m very disappointed!