{"product_id":"v04-firm","title":"V04 FIRM Serum","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e.nf-pd{line-height:1.7;color:#333;font-size:.98rem}.nf-pd .nf-tag{font-size:.75rem;letter-spacing:.06em;color:#0d6d7f;text-transform:uppercase;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 .5rem}.nf-pd .nf-hook{font-size:1.05rem;color:#222;margin:0 0 1.25rem}.nf-pd a{color:#0d6d7f;text-decoration:underline}.nf-pd details.nf-q{border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5}.nf-pd details.nf-q:last-of-type{border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5}.nf-pd summary{cursor:pointer;list-style:none;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;gap:1rem;padding:.9rem 0}.nf-pd summary::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}.nf-pd summary h3{margin:0;font-size:1rem;font-weight:600;color:#0d6d7f}.nf-pd summary::after{content:'+';color:#0d6d7f;font-size:1.3rem;font-weight:400;flex:none}.nf-pd details[open] summary::after{content:'-'}.nf-pd details\u003ediv{padding:0 0 1.1rem;color:#444}.nf-pd details\u003ediv\u003ep{margin:0 0 .7rem}.nf-pd details\u003ediv h4{font-size:.9rem;color:#0d6d7f;margin:1rem 0 .35rem;font-weight:700}.nf-pd details\u003ediv ul{margin:.3rem 0 .8rem;padding-left:1.2rem}.nf-pd details\u003ediv li{margin:0 0 .35rem}.nf-pd details\u003ediv strong{color:#333}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"nf-pd\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"nf-tag\"\u003eNEUROPEPTIDE \u0026amp; INSTANT FIRMING SERUM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"nf-hook\"\u003eFIRM and lift the face with a dual-action tightening serum combining pure Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 and Matrixyl peptides with mechanical polymers to instantly retrain the skin to resist deep expression lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"nf-q\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe formulation philosophy\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo truly address sagging skin and deep expression lines, a formula must bridge the gap between immediate physical lifting and long-term biological repair. Instead of relying on heavy, temporary spackle that simply fills in wrinkles until you wash your face, we engineered a water-light, highly penetrative serum matrix. By combining high-potency peptides (Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 and Matrixyl) with tissue-healing botanicals (Gotu Kola), this treatment actively intercepts the muscle signals that cause wrinkles while stimulating fresh collagen synthesis. Fortified with an instant tightening polymer, it provides immediate, visible structural lifting while the peptides work deep beneath the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"nf-q\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes it different\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe anti-aging market is flooded with heavily marketed \"firming creams\" that are biologically incapable of tightening the skin. Legacy brands attempt to create the illusion of a facelift by loading thick creams with heavy silicones and cheap starches. These occlusive ingredients act like physical spackle-they sit entirely on the surface of the skin and temporarily fill in the valleys of a wrinkle. Not only do these heavy masks completely wash off at the end of the day, but their massive molecular weight physically prevents any real active ingredients from absorbing into the epidermis, ensuring you receive absolutely zero long-term structural repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWe Do Things Differently\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eV04 FIRM is our modern answer to the illusion of legacy firming creams. We engineered this formula to completely bypass heavy surface spackle and deliver massive payloads of muscle-relaxing peptides directly into the tissue. By utilizing an advanced green-chemistry transit system, our water-light matrix ensures the active molecules seamlessly penetrate the epidermis to reach their cellular targets. Because we stripped out all the suffocating silicones, the serum can simultaneously lay down a microscopic, breathable tightening polymer on the surface, delivering undeniable immediate physical lift while the biological repair happens underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"nf-q\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey actives\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Core Active\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.05% Pure Acetyl Hexapeptide-8: 0.05% pure Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 is the exact pure micro-dose that actively intercepts the biological neurotransmitters that cause facial muscles to contract, aggressively smoothing out deep expression lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Collagen Booster\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.01% Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 (Matrixyl): A precise 0.01% Matrixyl dose reinforces the collagen-signaling cascade, broadening the wrinkle-smoothing mechanism beyond the neuropeptide alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Instant Tightener\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1% Pullulan: Exactly 1% is used to create a breathable tightening polymer on the surface, delivering undeniable immediate physical lift while the biological repair happens underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Cellular Healer\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1% Centella Asiatica Extract (Gotu Kola TECA): Integrated a massive 1% payload of TECA to actively promote the synthesis of new collagen while the wrinkles are relaxed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Recovery Complex\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.5% Panthenol \u0026amp; 0.4% Allantoin: A precise 0.5% dose mitigates contact stress and accelerates tissue repair, while an aggressive 0.4% clinical-grade payload calms daily irritation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Advanced Transit \u0026amp; Base Matrix\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePropanediol \u0026amp; Dimethyl Isosorbide (DMI): A massive 6% DMI and 8% Propanediol green-chemistry solvent network safely drives the large neuropeptide chains deep into the epidermis to reach their cellular targets flawlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBetaine \u0026amp; Tremella Fuciformis (Snow Mushroom) Extract: Specialized osmolytes and hydrators that manage intracellular water balance to prevent tight, dry skin and deliver profound, weightless moisture to the newly generating cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBroad-Spectrum Bio-Preservative, Sodium Phytate \u0026amp; Clean Thickeners (Xanthan\/Tara Gum): Clean, broad-spectrum antimicrobial preservatives and chelating agents that perfectly stabilize the heavy peptide load, bound together in a minimal texture matrix to maintain a silky, rapidly absorbing serum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"nf-q\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eClinical profile \u0026amp; specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFormula Metrics\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFreshness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compounded Fresh on Day 0 (Made-to-Order for peak biological potency)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Skin-Balanced (Optimized for maximum peptide stability)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water-light, rapidly absorbing liquid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase Matrix:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Water-Based (Silicone \u0026amp; Heavy-Polymer Free)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScent \u0026amp; Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Odorless \/ Crystal Clear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Universal (Ideal for aging, sagging, and dynamically wrinkled skin)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegimen Placement:\u003c\/strong\u003e AM \u0026amp; PM Active Treatment (Apply before hydrators)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOur Purity Standard\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilicone, Wax \u0026amp; Heavy-Starch Free:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 100% breathable, aggressively safe matrix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-Comedogenic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clinically proven not to clog pores\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensory Guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zero sticky, tacky, or greasy residue (Zero \"grit\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance \u0026amp; Essential Oil Free:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zero volatile masking scents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Dyes or Drying Alcohols:\u003c\/strong\u003e No artificial colorants or barrier-damaging astringents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParaben, Sulfate \u0026amp; Phthalate Free:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zero harsh stripping agents or endocrine disruptors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGluten-Free:\u003c\/strong\u003e Safe for highly reactive and celiac-sensitive skin types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCruelty-Free \u0026amp; Vegan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Never tested on animals, zero animal-derived ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in America:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compounded fresh in Lakewood, Colorado\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.0 fl oz \/ 30 mL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e UV-Protective Light-Blocking Amber Glass Dropper Bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Precautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e For external use only. Avoid direct contact with the eyes; if contact occurs, flush thoroughly with water. Keep out of reach of children. If severe irritation, redness, or burning occurs, cease use immediately and consult a physician. A patch test before daily use is highly recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"nf-q\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhen to use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply 4-6 drops every morning and evening to clean, completely dry skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Perfect Pair\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash your face with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/p01-wash\"\u003eP01 WASH\u003c\/a\u003e and wait until the skin is fully dry. Apply V04 FIRM evenly across the face, focusing heavily on areas with dynamic expression lines (forehead, crow's feet, smile lines). Wait 1 to 2 minutes for the tightening polymer to fully set and the peptides to absorb. Follow immediately with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/h03-plump\"\u003eH03 PLUMP\u003c\/a\u003e for deep cellular hydration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Freshness\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep tightly closed in a cool, dark place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Golden Rule (Sun Protection)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRebuilding collagen, relaxing expression lines, and repairing the skin barrier are completely useless if you simultaneously allow the sun to destroy your skin's elasticity. Finishing your morning routine with a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ is absolutely non-negotiable to protect your anti-aging results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"nf-q\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFull ingredient list (INCI)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAqua (Water):\u003c\/strong\u003e Purified Base Matrix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimethyl Isosorbide:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced Penetration Enhancer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropanediol:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant-Derived Hydrating Bio-Solvent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCentella Asiatica Extract:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soothing Cica Recovery Botanical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhenoxyethanol:\u003c\/strong\u003e Broad-Spectrum Preservative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePanthenol:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep Cellular Hydrator \u0026amp; Barrier Repair (Vitamin B5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePullulan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Instant Tightening Polysaccharide Film\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBetaine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intracellular Moisture Manager\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllantoin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tissue Repair Accelerator \u0026amp; Soothing Agent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaprylyl Glycol:\u003c\/strong\u003e Humectant \u0026amp; Preservative Booster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTremella Fuciformis Polysaccharide:\u003c\/strong\u003e Weightless Snow Mushroom Hydrator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSodium Phytate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chelating Agent \u0026amp; Formula Stabilizer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEthylhexylglycerin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Preservative Booster \u0026amp; Skin Conditioner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaesalpinia Spinosa Gum:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean Texture Stabilizer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXanthan Gum:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean Texture Stabilizer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcetyl Hexapeptide-8:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neuropeptide Expression-Line Relaxer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalmitoyl Pentapeptide-4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collagen-Signal Peptide (Matrixyl)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NuFountain","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52377197936933,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/nufountain.com\/products\/v04-firm","provider":"NuFountain","version":"1.0","type":"link"}