Sunday Riley A+ High-Dose Retinoid Serum 30ml
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Elevate your skin care routine with Sunday Riley's A+ High-Dose Retinoid Serum. This highly concentrated, retinol-infused serum delivers a 6.5% solution to the skin and is a combination of 5% retinoid ester blend, 1% liposomal-encapsulated retinol blend and 0.5% blue-algae. This powerful formula targets fine lines, wrinkles, dark spots, breakouts, an uneven skin tone and environmentally damaged skin.
Key Ingredients:
- Retinol Ester: helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles and encourages the signs of clearer skin without the drawbacks of retinol
- CoQ10: helps neutralize harmful free radicals and renews the appearance of aging or UV-exposed skin
- Hawaiian White Honey, Bisabolol, Cactus Extract & Ginger: calm, soothe and even out complexion
Key Benefits:
- Improves look of congested and UV damaged skin
- Soothes skin for a calmer, more even-toned complexion
- Fights signs aging, addresses blemishes and dark spots
- Gluten, paraben, sulfate, soy and phthalate-free
Clinical Studies:
After 4 weeks:
- 90% saw the appearance of improved skin radiance
- 90% agreed the product was gentler than other facial retinoid serums used in the past
After 6 weeks:
- 96% felt the product was effective in addressing their skin concerns
- 92% felt the product was gentle and non-irritating
- 86% saw a reduction in the appearance of sun-damaged skin
- 84% saw a reduction in the appearance of dark spots
- 82% reported that their skin tone looked more even
- 80% felt that their lines looked smoother
*Results based on an independent blinded study of 102 women.
Apply 2-3 pumps in the evening to clean, dry skin.
For new retinoid users: Use two days on, two days off. Work your way up to every other day, then to daily, evening use. Follow with a hydrating oil or moisturizer, like Juno Antioxidant + Superfood Face Oil. Use an AHA serum, like Good Genes All-In-One-Lactic Acid Treatment, on alternate nights to sweep away dead skin cells.
For advanced retinoid users: Use daily, in the evenings. Follow with a hydrating oil or moisturizer, like Juno Antioxidant + Superfood Face Oil or Tidal Brightening Enzyme Water Cream. Use an AHA serum, like Good Genes All-In-One-Lactic Acid Treatment, in the mornings to sweep away dead skin cells.
For sensitive skin: Apply a hydrating oil, like Juno Antioxidant Superfood Face Oil, or moisturizer before applying A+ High-Dose Retinoid Serum.
Aging Skin: Fine Lines and Wrinkles
Application Area: Face
Ideal for these Concerns: Acne, Free Radical Damage, Hyperpigmentation, Sun Damage
Hyperpigmentation: Dark Spots
Ingredient: Algae Extract, Antioxidants, Coenzyme Q10, Dimethicone, Herbal Extracts, Honey, Hyaluronic Acid, Retinol, Shea Butter, Vitamin A, Vitamin E
Preferences: Certified Cruelty-Free, Gluten-Free, Paraben-Free, Phthalate-Free, Sulfate-Free
Skin Care: Skin Care Treatments
Skin Care Treatments: Face Serums
Skin Type: Acne-Prone Skin, Combination Skin, Dry Skin, Mature Skin, Normal Skin, Oily Skin, Sensitive Skin
Wellness | External Factors: UV Ray Protectors and Treatments
A+ High-Dose Retinoid Serum: Water/Eau/Agua, Propanediol, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Triheptanoin, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Hexyldecanol, Disiloxane, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Diheptyl Succinate, Propylene Carbonate, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, PPG-24-Glycereth-24, Phenyl Trimethicone, Retinol, Ubiquinone (CoQ10), Honey Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Algae Extract, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Extract, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Extract, Bisabolol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Phospholipids, Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract, Lecithin, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, 1,2-Hexanediol, 4-t- Butylcyclohexanol, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Helianthus Annuss (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Sorbitol, Cetylhydroxyproline Palmitamide, Polysilicone-11, Benzoic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Sodium Phytate, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Polysorbate, Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid, Stearic Acid, Brassica Campestris Sterols, PVP, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Sodium Benzoate, Alcohol, Potassium Phosphate, Decyl Glucoside, Phenoxyethanol, Hexylene Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Tocopherol.
For the latest information, it is recommended to review the ingredient list printed on the packaging of the product prior to usage or consumption.
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Not for me
I have tried this for more than a month at a time, working my way through samples. It just didn't seem to have any effect on my skin at all. It does have a very light scent, but didn't always sink in to my skin well (only using a small amount) and sometimes left me feeling a tad greasy. Better products out there that I'd rather spend my money on.
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Great product
This product is very effective to even out my skin tone and reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
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A part of my nightly routine...
This is my second time purchasing this retinoid serum. I use it several times a week after double cleansing and using my go-to micellar water. I can tell a difference in my skin the next morning.
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Great OTC product
I've been using Sunday Riley's high dose retinoid for about 4 months now & I feel my skin looks more even, smooth and supple. My dark spots have faded, especially the big spot on my forehead, & I have less acne outbreaks.
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Another Sunday Riley Must Have
I tested a lot of retinols and this one leads the pack as being gentle and soothing. If I forget to put on the product, I feel like I forgot something and go back to apply the serum to maintain a more even skin tone. Granted, I don't have perfect skin because of sun-damaged skin, but I do notice the serum minimizes some of my small dark spots. It's worth the investment and when Dermstore has its sale, it's one of the first things I put in my shopping cart.
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fav retinol product
I love this retinol serum so much! it is light and easy to use. Not too strong and can be used every night
by Tianyi
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Jury is out
Just started using due to my sisters recommendation. Makes my skin feel smooth. Not sure about anything else
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this is an honest review
Dermstore asked what I thought... and I can truly say as an almost 70 year old customer, I've tried "retin A" since the very early 90's when we needed a prescription and the metal tube caused face scabs unless you used it very diluted and infrequently. This version from Sunday Riley is a 2020 update and no irritation. If you're sensitive not every night but every other is fine. I love it. Bottle will last a long time. Honestly.
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So far so good week 2
First time retinol user here...I had a small sample of the product and it convinced me to purchase a bottle. The retinol feels good on my skin. As directed I'm easing into nightly use and my skin hasn't dried out or broke out. I think it's too soon to see results though.
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My favorite night product
I have received so many compliments on my skin after only using this for a two weeks! My skin is sensitive and can tolerate this product well. I have been using it every evening with no issues, but I was using a SkinMedica 0.5 retinol prior to this product about 2x/week.
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