A new chapter in Korean skincare innovation has arrived in Canada. Clinical-grade beauty pioneer IOPE has officially debuted in the market through an exclusive partnership with Sephora Canada, bringing three decades of dermatological research and bioscience-driven skincare to Canadian consumers and marking another milestone in the global rise of K-beauty.
Founded in 1996 by Korean beauty leader Amorepacific, IOPE is widely recognized for its science-led approach to anti-aging skincare. Built on 30 years of clinical research, the brand merges dermatology and biotechnology to develop evidence-based formulas targeting key concerns such as texture, firmness, brightness and overall skin vitality. Its innovations in stabilized vitamin C, advanced retinol technologies and PDRN have earned the brand 56 Korean patents and numerous scientific publications.
Inspired by professional skin treatments, IOPE’s formulations are designed to deliver visible improvements while bridging the gap between in-clinic procedures and everyday skincare. The brand enters the Canadian market with nine targeted products spanning its XMD, Retinol RX™, Vitamin C and PDRN collections, many of which draw inspiration from Korea’s viral skin-booster treatments and aim to deliver treatment-level results at home.
XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Serum, 30ml | $80
Inspired by Korea’s PDRN skin-booster trend, the advanced formula was clinically tested to deliver professional PDRN treatment–level results across six key metrics, including improved volume, elasticity and skin texture, without the downtime associated with in-office procedures. The serum is powered by a 92.3 per cent PDRN H.A.™ Liposome Complex, combining PDRN, micro-molecular hyaluronic acid and a soothing allantoin-based complex.
Retinol RX™ 2% Reti-jection Serum, 30ml | $77
Formulated with a 2 per cent concentration of Retinol RX™—IOPE’s proprietary retinoid complex—Retinol RX™ 2% Reti-jection Serum is designed to maximize efficacy while minimizing irritation compared to traditional retinol. The formula contains three million retinol-infused spicules to enhance absorption, and a four-week clinical study showed visible improvements in wrinkles, pore appearance and overall radiance.
Retinol RX™ 1% Super Bounce Serum, 30ml | $67
Helping to diminish the visible signs of aging, the Retinol RX™ 1% Super Bounce Serum is gentle enough for daytime use. It is designed for high-performance efficacy and supports skin’s natural collagen, visibly improving firmness and smoothness with less irritation than traditional retinol.
PDRN Caffeine Shot Serum, 30ml | $58
This lightweight serum combines BIO-PDRN and caffeine to smooth skin, refine texture, and visibly reduce puffiness. Fast absorbing and easy to layer, it supports the moisture barrier while leaving skin looking refreshed, balanced, and revitalized.
Expert Vitamin C 40% Concentrate Cream for Dark Spots, 15g | $80
This water-free cream delivers a high concentration of pure vitamin C to visibly brighten and reduce the look of dark spots and fine lines—without hard ingredients. The advanced triple-layer aluminum tube blocks light and air to keep the formula stable, fresh, and highly effective.
Expert Retinol Serum Hydrogel Face Mask for Firming, $9; 5 masks | $40
Reveal a brighter, more hydrated complexion after just one use. This high-performance hydrogel mask locks in full retinol potency to smooth skin, visibly improve firmness, and refine the look of pores, leaving skin radiant and refreshed.
