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Avene Retrinal+ 0.05

Avene RetrinAL 0.05 Cream

(formerly known as Avene RetrinAL+ 0.05)
1.0 fl oz
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Highlights

  • Smooths wrinkles and fine lines
  • Shea butter nourishes skin
  • Retinal encourages cell turnover
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Product Overview

Avene RetrinAL 0.05 Cream is an effective anti-aging face cream.

This powerful treatment cream from Avène skin care will make a dramatic difference in the appearance of mature skin. Two exclusive ingredients work synergistically to transform dull, sagging skin into a firm, youthful complexion without irritation. With regular use of Avene RetrinAL 0.05, you'll see a marked improvement in the health, tone, texture and overall radiance of your complexion.

This cream from Avène skin care uses exclusive ingredients.

Avene RetrinAL 0.05 Creamuses two potent ingredients that work to enhance your complexion. Retinaldehyde, an effective form of vitamin A, significantly reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles without causing painful or unsightly irritation. Pre-tocopheryl, a stable form of vitamin E, helps moisturize and protect the skin from free radical damage. Use Avene RetrinAL 0.05 Cream to minimize wrinkles and other signs of aging.

This product is packaged with an airless pump dispenser, which uses a vacuum system to dispense the product. Please see this product's directions for further information on airless pumps.

Highlights

  • Reduces wrinkles
  • Firms skin
  • Improves skin tone and texture

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Customer Reviews (33)

Overall Rating

4.5
Based on 33 reviews

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33 Reviews

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Shay75

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July 20, 2024

Avene Retinal

Great product but very drying to skin.

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LovelySkin Customer

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February 29, 2024

A great product :-)

I wanted to try a retinol-type product, and this got very good reviews. And now I know why! It's gentle enough to use every night, but I saw subtle improvements in less than a month :-) The scent is very mild, and the cream is rich enough that I didn't need to use a moisturizer afterwards. It caused no irritation or redness, either. I'll use up this bottle, but I've already purchased the Avene RetrinAl 0.1 to step up my routine (fingers are crossed that it's as good as the RetrinAl 0.05!).

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Cynders

Verified Purchase

February 10, 2024

Excellent for sensitive skin

I am very pleased with this product. I haven't had any luck with other retinol-type products in the past -- too strong for my sensitive skin -- but this one is both gentle and effective. I love that it is fragrance free too -- which matters a lot.

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Brooklyn

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February 02, 2024

Had a reaction

I love all Avene products, but I reacted to this one. It broke me out after 1 use. Stopped right away. All other products have been fine.

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Shell2024

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January 26, 2024

Great alternative to tret for rosacea skin

Decided to give up on Tretinoin as my skin is too sensitive. In just a couple weeks, I’ve noticed a decrease in redness and healthy skin. WRP

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LovelySkin Customer

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December 16, 2023

Seems perfect for my sensitive skin!

Have noticed a difference in texture and brightness since using. I use every night without any redness or irritation.

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KateSD

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October 20, 2023

Great Product

This is a non-irritating, smooth, lightweight cream. I give it four rather than five starts because it has dye in it. The red colorant is known to flare acne in some people and it's totally unnecessary.

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LovelySkin Customer

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June 21, 2023

VERY GENTLE

I was hesitant to try retrinal in general but this one is amazing! So gentle on my skin. I live in a dry climate and I didn't peel or turn red. I used it every night and followed it with a very hydrating moisture. After I finish this bottle I want to try the 1.0. I noticed a difference within 2 weeks.

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EvenElen

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December 31, 2022

It’s okay

It’s the first retinol lotion I have tried. I’ve been using it for over a year and I can tell that it doesn’t cause any irritation, it does have a pleasant scent, it does help my skin to feel comfortable. I didn’t help me with crow’s feet issue that a bit disappointing.

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LovelySkin Customer

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August 03, 2022

Fabulous!

I have been using a retinol of varying concentrations from another brand on and off for the past couple of years, but after doing more research I thought I would try a retinaldehyde. This Avene RetrinAL+ 0.05 is fantastic! I have been using a couple of times per week and am slowly increasing frequency, and have had no redness or irritation, but rather - glowing skin which feels and looks healthier, and even under eye fine lines appear softened already. Reordering for sure!

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RazorBack

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April 23, 2022

Excellent for aging and sensitive skin.

Works extremely well. Decreases wrinkles without redness and inflamed.

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LovelySkin Customer

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March 08, 2022

Lovely product

I love this product because it’s extremely effective quickly with no irritation.

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KellieShovlin

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February 02, 2022

Nice gentle exfoliation

Good midstep retinol. Not as effective as my nightly prescription retinoid (of course), but a nice adjuvant to use during the day. Will buy again!

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LovelySkin Customer

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December 29, 2021

Gentle and effective

I switched to Avene's RetrinAL 0.05 just over a year ago (I had previously used another brand's retinol of the same strength for many years) and am very pleased with it. It goes on smoothly and does not irritate my sensitive skin.

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LovelySkin Customer

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October 15, 2021

Love it

Not at all irritating to my skin! Love it

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LovelySkin Customer

Verified Purchase

July 28, 2021

Good for sensitive skin

I have very sensitive skin and this product has caused no irritation. That is a huge plus. I’ve only been using it for one month so I cannot yet see any difference in my skin. When this bottle is empty I will try the higher strength.

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LovelySkin Customer

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February 12, 2021

So far so good

It is too early to review this product as I started using it a few weeks ago. Still trying to my skin to get used to it. Hoping to start using it every day soon and hopefully eventually upgrade to 1.0.

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Plugger

Verified Purchase

December 31, 2020

Aveene RetrinAL + 0.05 for those with sensitive skin.

This strength was still a bit too strong for me, wish they offered it in a lower 0.25 %. Can use this strength once a week but need a lower concentrate for daily use.

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LovelySkin Customer

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December 05, 2020

A Little Bit Disappointing

I was a bit disappointed with this product because I didn't see any permanent improvement with crow's feet. It did seem to diminish them upon application and I think it's moisturizing ability is pretty good. The slightly yellow tint did create a little illumination, just no disappearance of the wrinkles.

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LovelySkin Customer

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November 05, 2020

Sensitive Skin

I have sensitive skin and have had to give away many different kinds of RetinA brands because they irritate my skin especially the neck area. Avene retinal is the first that I found that does not irritate my neck. It lasts a long time because I use one pump mixed in with my night moisturizer.

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