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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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The best I've tried!

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I first purchased skinmedica retinol from my dermatologist. After 5 years, I'm still using it. I've tried other product lines but keep coming back to this.

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Good, gentle product

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I have used several brands of retinol and this one is both gentle and effective. It doesn't seem as strong as some others I've tried, but it definitely works.

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Powerful retinol

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I'm using this along with the skin Medica Lytera. I've had to figure out a system that works for my skin as I think I overdid it using them together. Skin was raw, burned and peeled. However, that said, my skin is glowing and I haven't had to wear make-up. I'm 44, and I have some sun damage and melasma so this is helping with that. I use these products in conjunction with my Elta sunscreen during the day. Under this I layer vitamin C serum And sometimes a Hylauronic acid. My skin is looking pretty good and I am even getting compliments.

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Age Defense Retinol Complex 1.0

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This will make your skin peel but underneath is bright and glowing skin....will continue for sure....will buy again too!!!

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Great formulation

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I can't tolerate prescription retinoids and this works great. My dermatologist actually recommended it. I still had to work up to it since I have sensitive skin but it's worth the effort.

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Didn't see much of a difference

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The complex itself is fine. Absorbed nicely without making my face sticky. Been using it for a month now and have not really seen much of a difference in my age spots.

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Not the retinol for me

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I've used skinceuticals retinol for years but every now and then try a new brand because there are toxins in the brand I'd rather avoid. I've tried this before and forgot the it breaks me out. Strong enough for me...I prefer to see a light flaking, but alas... still searching for a strong, safe retinol that won't cause acne.

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Love this product!

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I have been using this product for quite some time and I have been very pleased with the results! it is just as good as prescription Retin A that I used to use.

by Marian Verified Purchase

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Expensive but worth it

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This is pretty expensive but when I find it on sale I stock up because it's a really great product that I feel has made a big difference in the texture of my skin.

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Effective product

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I love products that I "feel" are working as I apply them. This SkinMedica Retinol Complex is one of them. I did start off with a reaction of peeling and skin irritation, and eased off the daily use to build up my skin's tolerance. The "induction" period lasted around 2 weeks, and now I use the product nightly (yet sparingly, i.e. not more than one pump) and have noticed improvements in skin texture and discoloration.

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