
About this product
A lightweight retinol serum formulated with 0.5% retinol and vitamin E, designed to address fine lines, texture, and skin renewal.
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✓Approved · 78%What the gurus are saying
The experts who reviewed it found this retinol strikes a balance between strength and gentleness, with vitamin E built in to hydrate as it works. The 0.5% concentration is potent enough to deliver results, but that means those with sensitive skin may want to start slowly or consider stepping up from a lower-strength retinol first. One guru noted it's more forgiving than other 0.5% retinols on the market, making it a solid middle-ground option for anyone ready to move beyond beginner retinoids.
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Full ingredients
Squalane, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Di-C12-13 Alkyl Malate, Retinol (0.5%), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, BHT, Tocotrienols, Tocopherol, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone, Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Trehalose, Panthenol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Polymethacrylate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Glyceryl Stearate, Polysilicone-11, Sodium Sulfite, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract, Retinol (0.1%), Allantoin, Glyceryl Caprylate
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