SkinMedica Age Defense Retinol Complex 1.0 (1 fl. oz.)
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SkinMedica's Age Defense Retinol Complex 1.0 enhances the skin's appearance to promote a smoother, rejuvenated complexion. Formulated for skin types pre-conditioned to retinol treatments, it minimizes the appearance of age spots and wrinkles. It also improves elasticity and works effectively to visibly reduce acne scars. With continued use, faster cell renewal is encouraged.
Key Ingredients:
- Retinol: smooths and refines skin's texture and enhances radiance
- PhytoShield™ Complex: an antioxidant complex, enhances skin texture and minimizes irritation
Key Benefits:
- Diminishes appearance of fine lines and coarse wrinkles
- Enhances skin tone and texture
- Ideal for all skin types
Apply a single pump to face in the evening. If you have never used a retinol product before, begin by limiting use to twice a week, gradually increasing frequency to every other night, and then advancing to each evening or as tolerated. Mild redness, peeling and irritation is expected when using this product. Use daily sun protection with SPF 20 or higher during use of this product. Avoid getting in eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water.
CAUTION: Do not use if you are pregnant, lactating or planning to become pregnant.
Aging Skin: Fine Lines and Wrinkles
Application Area: Decollete, Face, Neck
Ideal for these Concerns: Aging Skin, Free Radical Damage, Hyperpigmentation
Ingredient: Antioxidants, Ceramides, Essential Oils, Herbal Extracts, Niacinamide, Peptides, Retinol, Squalane Oil, Vitamin A, Vitamin E
Moisturizers: Night Cream
Preferences: Clean, Paraben-Free, Phthalate-Free, Sulfate-Free
Skin Care: Moisturizers
Skin Type: Acne-Prone Skin, Combination Skin, Dry Skin, Mature Skin, Normal Skin, Oily Skin, Sensitive Skin
Water/Aqua/Eau, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Glycine Soja Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Niacinamide, Polyacrylate-13, Squalane, Retinol, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-8, Dunaliella Salina Extract, Magnolia Grandiflora Bark Extract, Tocopherol, Tocotrienols, Ceramide 3, Bisabolol, Phytosterols, Squalene, Tocopheryl Acetate, Oryza Sativa Bran Cera, Glycerin, Polysorbate 20, Butylene Glycol, Cetyl Palmitate, Laureth-23, Trideceth-6 Phosphate, Sodium Hydroxide, Dicaprylyl Ether, Lauryl Alcohol, Polyisobutene, Dextran, Potassium Sorbate, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin.
For the latest information, it is recommended to review the ingredient list printed on the packaging of the product prior to usage or consumption.
- Retinol
- SkinMedica
- 30ml
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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
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
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
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
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!
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!
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
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!
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!
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
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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