Good results so far
I’ve worked up to 0.5% strength and use this product 2-3 times per week, hoping to get to 3-4 times per week. I’ve noticed my skin is more sensitive when using other products containing retinol when advancing to this strength but want more benefit as I age with the understanding that this is normal. So far so good.
LovelySkin Customer
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SkinMedica is always good
This formula is gentle and effective. I recommend it.
LovelySkin Customer
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I love SkinMedica Retinol Cream!
I got this retinol cream from my medical spa, and I started buying this here on lovelyskin.com. I highly recommend this retinol cream. I use it 3-4x a week. It helps with my hormonal acne. I've been using this for 3 years now, and it keeps my skin glowy and soft. I also notice that if I don't use this regularly, my hormonal acne flares up.
Claud
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Skin medica Retinol .5
Very nice retinol that smooths my skin. I like this product.
Carmella
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Very nice
A lot of good
Soloman7475
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Works well, so far
I have been using this product for about 2 weeks now. I like the smell, it isn't too strong. I have not gotten much as far as results, I will continue to use and hopefully start to see some lightening of my sunspots.
LovelySkin Customer
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Good Retinol!
Good retinol cream! I tend to get flaky skin when used in the winter though
NicoleS
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Great product!
I had been using prescription retinol for approx 30 years (!) before noticing it was starting to irritate my skin. I found this product at my esthetician and am so glad I did! It works just as well without the drying and irritation . I order all of my skincare products from lovely skin- the rewards, expedited/free delivery, quality reviews… a great site :)
JDavis
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Level up
I have been using the .25 for a couple years and thought it was time to try a higher strength. As expected, it took some adjustment, but it’s great! Bottle lasts a long time.
haelvv
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Great product
I have been using this on my mature and sensitive skin for several years, just had an appointment with my Derm she said my skin looks great, I believe it has to do with SkinMedica.
Bigheadfred
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Great product
This a great way to start retinol ..
Hdhd
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Yes!
I alternate this .5 and the 1.0, using each every other day. The 1.0 was getting a little harsh on my aging skin, but I didn’t find the .5 did the job as well, so VIOLA, now I get happy medium effects of .75 overall. This is the best pump container, it hasn’t failed on me, yet, works til the last drop.
Pegs
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Worth the price!
I have used several different retinol products, some of which seemed to do nothing. This one actually works, though at first I did have some sensitivity (I had been using a different product which said it contained 1 percent retinol, but I wonder). This did cause initial dryness and itchiness, but within a week of using every other day I was able to tolerate using it every night. I’ve noticed lightening of dark spots and a refining of pores. I’ve used other SkinMedica products but this is the first of their retinol I’ve used. It really does pay to use medical grade products.
DachsieMom
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NYC girl
Been using this product foryears, first recommended by a dermatologist. It is first rate, and I wouldn't use any other.
LovelySkin Customer
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Wrinkle Ease
I have been using this retinol product for a year now. It is mild and hasn't caused any redness or scaly patches. If it seems too harsh in the beginning stages of using it I reccomend putting a thin layer of moisturizer on first and then layering on the retinol. It seems to be diminishing fine lines in my face
Summerlady
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love this retinol
I used retinol for several months to help build up my tolerance before starting a prescription tretinoin. I noticed an improvement in the texture and appearance of my skin after consistent use of this product. Also notice decrease in appearance of lines and wrinkles!
Sharon0614
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Effective Retinol Serum
I have used this product for the last year and it makes my skin smooth and less fine lines. I always put on moisturizer with it or my skin will get dry and flaky.
LovelySkin Customer
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SkinMedica Retinol Complex
I have been using Skinmedica for twenty-years. By far, this is the best skin care line out there. I have used many like so many but these products can’t be beat! Believe me, the extra money for these products are worth every penny.
LovelySkin Customer
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Rough start
I decided to upgrade from .25 to the .5 SkinMedica Retinol and planned to start with twice a week as indicated. I had been using the .25 three times per week with little to no flaking. My first time using the Retinol .5 I used too much product since one pump didn't seem sufficient to cover my face. Live and learn! I had quite a bit of peeling and flaking from that first use as well as stinging when I applied other products for several days. I waited another week and used just the one pump of product which I later saw was recommended. (It still doesn't seem like enough to cover my face.) I had a little flaking but very mild. After 3 weeks I have just started using it twice per week and I do see a difference in my skin. I will continue to order this and other SkinMedica products.
LovelySkin Customer
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Gets better the more I use it!
I’m 67 years old and have been using Retinol 1% for over 5 years now. I recently started using the .5% and find that it works very well as I apply it almost every night before bedtime. I receive many compliments on how smooth my skin looks. I believe the .5 strength is just right for me!
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