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SkinMedica Age Defense Retinol Complex 1.0 (1 fl. oz.)

A retinol-based treatment to improve the skin's tone and texture.

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Reviews and results may vary from person to person. Customer reviews are and do not represent the views of The Hut Group.

A little heavy, with a bit of a smell

3 stars out of a maximum of 5

I did not love this retinol, as I did not see many results. It also had a bit of a chemically smell and was very thick, more of a cream where I was hoping for a gel or serum consistency. I also did peel some after using it, so would go down to the .5 next time!

by shannon

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Just OK for me

3 stars out of a maximum of 5

I ordered this when I had run out of my SkinCeuticals Retinol and couldn't locate any on the website. I was hoping would be as effective, but it really hasn't done anything for me. I finally found the Retinol I wanted and am back using it, so I am using this every third night as a break from pure Retinol. I will continue to use until gone and if I note a difference I will made another review. I don't notice an odor and the product goes on smoothly. Just not noticing any difference so far.

by Wannabeyoungagain Verified Purchase

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Great product works well

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

I have been using skinmedica products for a few years now. I really like their retinol. It evens my skin tone, helps stimulate more collagen and diminishes fine lines. I recommend starting with a low dose of .25 every other day and working your way up to everyday then going up to the .5 doing the same thing and so on until you can get to the 1%. I personally cannot tolerate the 1% so I have reduced to the .5 and will stay at that level. Everyone is different. 

by Celeste

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Color correction

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

Recommended to me by a dermatologist- it did take a bit of time to adjust to but I expected that. Already seeing a lot of improvement in wrinkles and pigmentation. Lightweight, goes on well with other serums 

by EastGirlWest Verified Purchase

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The Best!

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

On my 2nd bottle now. I have tried many others but nothing comes close to the results I am seeing with this!

by Paula Verified Purchase

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Great!

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

I got this while my SkinCeuticals retinol was out of stock. I’m so happy I did! It’s a great formula and my fiancé stole it from me lol. He loves it :)

by K Verified Purchase

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Quality Retinol

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

This was my first venture back into retinols after having a baby. It has significantly helped my skin recover from hormonal discoloration as well as fine lines from many sleepless nights. It also packs more of a punch than other "trendy" but less effective brands.

by Sara Verified Purchase

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really works!

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

Worth the price, really makes a difference in my skin and wrinkles. Stick with it and you'll see the difference! If this one's too strong the other strengths (.5 and .25) work just as well.

by retinol.lover

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Fantastic Retinol!

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The best retinol! I have fair to light combination skin and have been using this for almost 2 weeks. I can already see it's made a mild difference (fine lines diminished). As other reviews state, its best for skin thats used to having retinol - meaning, don't let this be the first retinol you use (this brand has a few other options for beginners). Start off a few times a week, to gradually every other night, then every night if you wish. I am at 4 or 5 times a week and that works great for my skin. Buy it - its worth the price and you won't regret it!

by TRH Verified Purchase

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Disappointed

2 stars out of a maximum of 5

I usually really like this brand and have used several of their products in the past.  This serum however has burned my skin and left red marks and I quit using after 1 week.  I routinely use vitamin C serums every morning and have never had this issue in the past.  Given the cost of this product don’t recommend.

by Brooke

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