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Retinol 1%.

Number Seven Retinol 1%
Retinoids

About this product

A retinol serum containing 1% pure retinol, designed to address signs of aging and support skin renewal.

Guru Score

84%

Yay

3 experts · Moderate agreement
3Gurus
3Yay
0Mixed
0Nay

What they liked

  • Fragrance-free
  • Gentle formula suited to sensitive areas
  • High concentration of pure retinol

What they flagged

    Nothing. None of the experts who reviewed it raised a problem.

    What the gurus are saying

    Pure retinol at 1% strength earns consistent praise for being gentler and less intense than many other retinoids on the market. Dermatologists note it works well even in delicate areas, comes fragrance-free, and strikes a balance between effectiveness and tolerability. This makes it a solid pick for those stepping into retinol or wanting a less aggressive option.
    Synthesized from 3 expert reviews · most recent take May 2025

    What the gurus are saying.

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    Yay
    "Number Seven goes up to 1% pure retinol."
    Yay
    "This is one by Number Seven. They tend to be less intense and more delicate and gentle, especially for these areas. So you could use this here, you could try to use it here, you probably could try to use that here."
    Yay
    "I have tried the Number Seven Pure Retinol and it's very good, fragrance free."

    Frequently asked.

    What is Number Seven Retinol 1%?

    A retinol serum containing 1% pure retinol, designed to address signs of aging and support skin renewal.

    Is Number Seven Retinol 1% worth it?

    Yes. All 3 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 84%.

    What is Number Seven Retinol 1%'s Guru Score?

    Number Seven Retinol 1% holds a Guru Score of 84%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 3 expert reviewers we have collected.

    Who is Number Seven Retinol 1% best for?

    Number Seven Retinol 1% is generally suited to mature skin.

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