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Great starting point for retinol
Started using this 2x week to get my skin used to retinol. It's a really nice product and I'm looking forward to upping to 0.5 next.
KaylieAnn
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Too harsh
This is a very good product however it is to harsh for my skin. In the past I used this 2X a week and did not have a problem. Now even 1X a week is to much.
LovelySkin Customer
from Florida
Age Group: 70-79
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Must buy!
I have super sensitive skin but wanted to start a retinal, this is the one!!! Didn’t irritate my skin like most do, must buy!
BRS1989
from North Carolina
Age Group: 30-39
Combination Skin
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4 people found this helpful
Results for Millennial Beginners!
This serum from SkinMedica is a fantastic baby step into retinol, I have been using it nightly with any negative reactions (my first foray was 0.5 serum and it took a week for my skin to recover). I started by sandwiching the retinol between layers of moisturizer was helpful, but I’ve found I can now tolerate it well as a base layer and alongside my eye cream; for newbies, fear not! This product smells lovely and so easy to apply evenly, and is a great product for retinol newbies like me!
AutumnWinters
from Massachusetts
Age Group: 40-49
Straight hair, Dry/flaky scalp
Combination Skin
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4 people found this helpful
Sensitive skin
this product dried my skin something awful. Don't recommend it
LMBROWN65
from Minnesota
Age Group: 60-69
Straight, Color treated hair
Mature Skin
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2 people found this helpful
Good News For Sensitive Skin
I can't use many skin products as they're too harsh. I'm aging as I write this so I was desperate to find something to use to exfoliate and fight against wrinkles. I'm glad to report the 0.25 is gentle. My plan is to move up to 0.5 with hopefully no problems.
Lyndaaa
from Pennsylvania
Age Group: 60-69
Wavy, Color treated hair
Normal Skin
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Good for sensitive skin
This is the first time I’ve used Skinmedica retinol. I’ve been using another brand for sensitive skin and wanted to try a less expensive option. I’ve had no redness or excessive dryness. It seems to be working for smoothness and even tone.
LovelySkin Customer
from South Carolina
Age Group: 70-79
Mature Skin
Verified Purchase
2 people found this helpful
Mild Retinol
I've using the .50 and it was getting a little too much. I am now using .25 and less irritation and less serious flaking so I can use it more often.
DVSKIER
from Arizona
Age Group: 70-79
Mature Skin
Verified Purchase
4 people found this helpful
ABSOLUTELY LOVEEE
This is by FAR AMAZING! I am very picky with my skin products, and I was absolutely blown away with this. I apply this after my.Alastin gentle cleanser, and then I will put my SkinMedica ceramide moisturizer and unbelievable results the next morning after the first week you can really see good results but the first time I use this I seen results the next morning I was blown away
LovelySkin Customer
from New Hampshire
Age Group: 40-49
Curly Hair
Oily Skin
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1 person found this helpful
Love
My fav retinol in a lower percentage for my sensitive skin to tolerate
lanskincare
from Florida
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Effective Retinol for Sensitive Skin!
I love how gentle yet effective this retinol is. It helps with fine lines, uneven skin tone, and overall skin texture. I noticed improvements within a month and my skin feels soft, smooth, and radiant.
LovelySkin Customer
from Illinois
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Just strong enough!
At my age (71) I know retinol should be a part of my skin care regimen. This product gives me a healthy dose of retinol without the side effects of a stronger formula with more retinol. Any product above 25% retinol turns my skin red and flaky. This does not. It goes on like a lotion and even feels moisturizing!
Grandmama
from Florida
Age Group: 70-79
Mature Skin
Verified Purchase
3 people found this helpful
Retinol
Great product!
LovelySkin Customer
from California
Verified Purchase
0 people found this helpful
Lovely Skin
Literally. I have never used a retinol product before, so I wanted to start out with the lowest formula and work my way up. I have been using it every other night with SkinMedica’s TNS Advanced Serum. I think it is the perfect combination of products. I didn’t want to worry about redness and peeling which I have heard can occur whenever using a retinol product. I am on my second bottle of retinol now and I think I will be using this religiously forever. I have a friend who uses this product and has been for years and she suggested it to me. If her skin is any example, I will be using this forever.
KonaSunshine
from Hawaii
Age Group: 70-79
Curly Hair
Normal Skin
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Good option for starting on retinol
Starting on retinol can be very drying and this is a good starting point for your skin to gain tolerance.
LovelySkin Customer
from Iowa
Age Group: 50-59
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Good
So far so good. It will take time to see if there are results, but I like that it doesn’t have a strong fragrance and I have had no adverse skin reactions.
LovelySkin Customer
from Oregon
Age Group: 60-69
Wavy Hair
Mature Skin
Verified Purchase
1 person found this helpful
Love this product!
I use this product nightly and it has made a real difference in my skin! Love it!
AustinT
from Texas
Age Group: 70-79
Wavy, Color treated hair
Combination Skin
Verified Purchase
0 people found this helpful
Love
This is my favorite retinol. Was recommended a few years ago and I have never looked back. As all retinols you need to build up slowly. I started with the every other night and sandwich method but now I can use it nightly without skin irritation.
LovelySkin Customer
Verified Purchase
0 people found this helpful
SkinMedica Retinol Complex 0.25
SkinMedica products are awesome. This retinol is one of the best I've used. In the morning my face is super soft and supple; not too strong, yet effective.
LovelySkin Customer
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Only retinol for me!
I have tried several retinols, many at far more expensive price points, with no success. My sensitive, combination, acne prone skin always reacted poorly. I thought that retinol just wasn’t in the cards for me. I am creeping closer to 40 and decided I needed to give retinol another try. I wish I would have tried this sooner! I have been using it for 6 weeks without issue. No skin irritation or burning whatsoever. I did start slowly with once per week usage, building up to now using every other night. I am using this more preventatively, so the .25 provides the results I am looking for. I follow it up with a hyaluronic serum and a medium-weight moisturizer.
LovelySkin Customer
Verified Purchase
3 people found this helpful
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