You will feel this one working. That is the whole idea.

The "needle" in Botuleedle is hydrolyzed sponge — microscopic silica spicules from freshwater sponge, placed high in the formula. As you massage the ampoule in, they create a distinct tingling, prickling sensation and open micro-channels on the skin's surface, helping everything applied alongside them sink in further than it otherwise would.

What rides in with them is a serious hydration payload: five forms of hyaluronic acid, squalane, panthenol, adenosine and sodium DNA (salmon-derived PDRN), plus a four-peptide blend including tripeptide-1, acetyl hexapeptide-8 and palmitoyl pentapeptide-4.

The result is a lightweight ampoule that leaves skin looking plumper and feeling smoother — and unmistakably feels like it did something. 50ml, which is generous for this category.

Fragrance-free and essential-oil-free.

Key ingredients

• Hydrolyzed Sponge (spicules) — the tingling micro-channel effect
• Five forms of Hyaluronic Acid — layered hydration, surface and deeper
• Sodium DNA — salmon-derived polynucleotide
• Four-peptide blend — tripeptide-1, acetyl hexapeptide-8, palmitoyl pentapeptide-4
• Squalane + Panthenol + Adenosine — comfort, barrier and wrinkle support

How to use

At night, after cleansing and toner, apply 2–3 drops and massage gently over the face for about 30 seconds, avoiding the eye area. Follow with moisturizer.

Expect a tingling or prickling sensation. That is the spicules, and it is normal — it fades within a few minutes. Start with 2 nights a week and build from there.

Wear sunscreen every morning.

Best for

Fine lines, rough texture and dehydration, in normal, dry and combination skin. Anyone who wants a treatment step they can actually feel.

Good to know

• Contains spicules and will tingle. Not suitable for sensitive, reactive or rosacea-prone skin, or on active breakouts and broken skin.
• Do not use on the same night as a retinoid or an exfoliating acid — alternate instead.
• Contains salmon-derived ingredients — avoid with a fish allergy. Not vegan.
• Patch test before first use. Avoid the immediate eye area. External use only.

Full INCI

Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Carbomer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Squalane, Tromethamine, Sucrose Distearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycereth-25 PCA Isostearate, Hydrolyzed Sponge, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract, Hydrolyzed Malt Extract, Citric Acid, Hydrolyzed Viola Tricolor Extract, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Pantolactone, Tripeptide-1, sh-Clostridium Botulinum Oligopeptide-1, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Sodium DNA, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Flower Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract

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