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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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Best product in my skin care routine

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I use a lot of different products as a part of my every day skin care routine, but this retinol is by far the best. Even if you don't want to spend on anything else, I would recommend getting this!

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Great product

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Already noticing a big difference in my skin after only using a couple weeks. Reducing wrinkles!!

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Smooth Results

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I've noticed a different primarily in the texture of my skin. After a few months in consistent use, PM only, my skin is smoother, firmer, and consistent (in terms of minimal breakouts). It's pricey. I chose it because I generally trust Skin Medica products (TNS Serum is a holy grail product for me).

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the best retinol

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This is the absolute best retinol. It did take some time for my skin to get use to it. I had to start out with once weekly then over time twice etc. very beneficial

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An essential in my routine

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This is a strong and effective retinol, for sure. I worked my way up to the 1.0 and my skin looks much more even (I have lots of hyperpigmentation), has a slightly blushed glow from it and feels like my skin is healthier. I'm 35, combination skin, use it every night (unless it gets a little irritating and I skip a night) and I have really liked this addition (since 5 bottles ago!) being in my nightly routine. In the mornings, I often have some dry flakiness that I exfoliate off and my skin is glowing. LOVE and totally recommend.

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My favorite retinol!

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I started using this product 5 years ago. It made a huge difference in my skin. I went without it for a few months and well I could tell it. I'm 65 soon to be 66 and people tell me I look to be in my early fifties! Get started on the lower retinol and work your way up as your skin adjusts. You won't regret it. Oh and all SkinMedica products are outstanding.

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strong stuff

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OMG,first of all I have to be honest. I didn't p[ay attention to the instructions of use so I started using it every day, the first 3 days my skin started to shred so badly looked like a lizard. lol Now I do it twice a week and I am very happy, it is very strong and effective. I see great results. This is a product I will always purchase!!!!!!!

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Strong and Effective

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Retinol Complex 1.0 is the highest strength, so start out with .25 or .50 if you are a newbie. Even when I gradually stepped up to 1.0, I alternate nightly treatments to avoid overdoing it. It really does have powerfully effective ingredients! I once discontinued use and found that my facial skin became dull and blotchy looking. With routine use, the texture of my skin is much improved. It is also smoother and softer. In fact, many people guess that I am 10 years younger! I'm a believer in retinol and I love the Skin Medica brand of products.

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Recommend wholeheartedly

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There are an endless number of skincare options - I think this should be a staple. It's worth the price and has such an impact on the texture of my skin and reduction on discoloration. If you're going to invest in quality skincare, you won't regret this one.

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Strong Product

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This product is great. SkinMedica makes one of the only 1.0 concentrations of retinol and this one does not disappoint. Your skin will look superb after using this 4-5 weeks. Try it out!

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