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SkinMedica Retinol Complex 1.0

Reviews For SkinMedica Retinol Complex 1.0

$76.80 was $96.00
516 Reviews
March 08, 2026

Wow!

Since using this product, my pores have all but disappeared and my skin is firmer and brighter. I just ordered my second bottle!

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LovelySkin Customer

from Maryland

Age Group: 40-49

Curly, Dry Hair

Combination Skin

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March 07, 2026

Good Product, but pricey

I liked this product, but I prefer a tretintion precription. The price is definitely better.

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LovelySkin Customer

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March 03, 2026

Improved skin texture

I’ve been using SkinMedica Retinol for years and the number one benefit is smoother skin texture. I started with .5 strength twice weekly and now use 1.0 every night. It’s affordable and works very well.

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LovelySkin Customer

from Washington

Age Group: 60-69

Wavy hair, Dry/flaky scalp

Mature Skin

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February 19, 2026

Amazing product !

Loved my skin texture and tone after using this !

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Cristhian

from Texas

Age Group: 20-29

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February 18, 2026

very strong retinol

Perhaps I should have gotten a lighter dose of this retinol product. I am not new to using retinoids and I wanted to try this because it was more affordable than some others. My whole face peeled and it took a little over a week to recover. However I will say, after the peeling was over, my face looked fantastic! I recommend started with one of the lighter doses.

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KayKay1992

from North Dakota

Age Group: 30-39

Dry Skin

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February 03, 2026

Excellent Product

Pleasantly surprised by this product. It has a strength to it for over the counter retinol that similar products don’t match. I use it every other night. I hope to work up to nightly. I do have very sensitive skin and this works for my skin. I did get a slight peel but not in a lizard sort of way. I know it is working to renew my skin. The peeling has now subsided. Will repurchase.

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LovelySkin Customer

from Texas

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December 28, 2025

The Best Retinol

I have used this product for years & absolutely love it. I have tried to use cheaper retinols & more expensive they just don’t compare. The others doesn’t seem to have the same result of brightening smoothing making lines less prominent

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LovelySkin Customer

from Florida

Age Group: 60-69

Wavy, Dry Hair

Mature Skin

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December 16, 2025

the GOAT!

This product works magic to tighten, smoothe and greatly improve skin texture- yet gentle enough to use nightly! Excellent!!

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LovelySkin Customer

from New York

Age Group: 50-59

Wavy, Color treated hair

Dry Skin

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November 30, 2025

Love

The benefits I've seen are enormous; my skin has improved so much.

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LovelySkin Customer

from California

Age Group: 40-49

Curly Hair

Combination Skin

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November 26, 2025

Great for aging skin

This is a good reliable safe retinol without the harsh effects. However, I strongly recommend starting at a lower dose .25 and working your way up to the 1.0 to avoid side effects. Unless you have already used a medical grade retinol before. It’s important to use a lotion afterwards to avoid peeling or dryness. Great product for aging skin, fine lines and wrinkles, acne scars and pigmentation. Works well with other skin care products. You only need a pea size pump to cover your skin. Be sure to absolutely wear a high spf when using this or any actives on your skin to avoid sun damage or worse, the big C! Will purchase again as I’ve been using this line of products for well over 10 years and it shows. Best ~

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LovelySkin Customer

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November 12, 2025

Great Retinol Product

I’m so happy I bought this product. I love how it makes my skin feel and I highly recommend it

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Ehabbott

from Florida

Age Group: 60-69

Straight, Color treated hair

Normal Skin

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November 08, 2025

Effective and strong

I wanted to up my retinol game as my current favorite wasn’t giving me any results anymore. This stuff really works! I’m getting some mild peeling but my skin looks great. I do have to be careful to avoid getting it on my neck because it really makes it itchy.

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BethD

from Nevada

Age Group: 70-79

Wavy, Color treated hair

Mature Skin

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September 29, 2025

Love this product!

I have been using SkinMedica Retinol Complex 1.0 for years and am very pleased with the benefits. My skin is more youthful, has fewer fine lines and wrinkles, and I look younger than my actual age. I intend to age gracefully and SkinMedica Retinol Complex helps me do so in style!

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LovelySkin Customer

from Oregon

Wavy, Color treated hair

Combination Skin

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September 11, 2025

Wonderful results!

I adore Skin Medica's products. I was using their 0.5 retinol and decided to step it up a notch. I'm delighted with the product!

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LovelySkin Customer

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September 05, 2025

Great Product

I’ve progressed to 1.0 from .25 without any irritation or redness. Retinol is such and important step in skincare and this product delivers the results I want.

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Valerie

from California

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August 23, 2025

Excellent for Firming

I've been using Retinol Complex 1.0 for many years and it's been great in keeping my skin firm as the years progress. Goes on very smooth and sinks in right away, can seem a bit heavy at first and in the summer, but not overly so. Make sure to use the lesser strengths first, as in the .25 and .50 before using the 1.0 as the 1.0 can make your skin red as in a sunburn if you're not accustomed to it. I've also mixed a little of the C&E cream with it (on my fingers) before placing on my neck and it works great, as that helps to dilute the strength of the 1.0 so my skin does not get irritated on my neck.

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LovelySkin Customer

from Vermont

Age Group: 60-69

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July 19, 2025

Helps with skin texture and wrinkles

I have been using SkinMedica’s Retinol complex for years. I started with a lower strength and worked up to the 1.0 strength. It works like prescription strength retinol, but without the irritation. It’s really kept my skin smooth and wrinkle free throughout the years.

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glamgram

from Indiana

Age Group: 70-79

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July 15, 2025

My favorite retinol

I love this retinol. I have very sensitive skin so I use it every few days and love the way it leaves my skin looking. No bad odor , spreads evenly. A little goes a long way. I highly recommend skinmedica products.

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NicoleD

from Nevada

Age Group: 30-39

Straight, Color treated hair

Combination Skin

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June 26, 2025

Too Harsh

While I am a 1% retinol user for the past 8 years, I've never experienced the harshness of this product's effect on my skin. Small red spots appear and it takes several days for them to disappear. While retinol absolutely makes the skin smooth (does not affect larger wrinkles, say around the mouth), having to endure this skin damage has never been my experience with any other pharmaceutical 1% retinol. I only tried this one because the one I've used in the past is routinely out of stock. I have found that the fewer ingredients there are in a product, besides the most important one, in this case, retinol, the better. I am now mixing this product with a cheaper facial moisturizing lotion. (PM). That helps but not with the red spots. So unless you want a face that feels dry and irritated in the morning with a red spot or two when you look in the mirror, this one's not for you. I realize that my skin has gotten dryer as I age (but I get unsolicited compliments on the smoothness of it), but dropping down to 5% retinol is not in my plan. Back to my old standby!!

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June 20, 2025

Great retinol product

Been using this on the recommendation of my dermatologist for years. Very happy with the results.

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Knoxville

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