SkinMedica Retinol Complex 1.0

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Minimize signs of aging with SkinMedica Retinol Complex 1.0

Once you’ve added a retinol product to your anti-aging routine, you can continue to use higher concentrations to improve your anti-aging results. SkinMedica Retinol Complex 1.0 is a highly concentrated formula that is ideal for anyone who has already used a retinol product. The formula encourages cell turnover which reveals healthier and more youthful skin. Using this product at night helps fade the look of fine lines, wrinkles and dark spots. Because the formula contains antioxidants and soothing ingredients, there is less flaking, redness and irritation caused by this product than other retinol formulas.

1% retinol exfoliates the complexion and encourages cell turnover
Antioxidants defend against free radicals and soothe skin
Bisabolol calms inflammation and irritation

Increase cell turnover to reveal smoother, softer and brighter skin with SkinMedica Retinol Complex 1.0.

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Paraben-free
Fades signs of aging
Improves tone and texture

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LovelySkin Customer

from California

Age Group: 40-49

Curly Hair

Combination 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

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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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Ehabbott

from Florida

Age Group: 60-69

Straight, Color treated hair

Normal Skin

Verified Purchase

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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BethD

from Nevada

Age Group: 70-79

Wavy, Color treated hair

Mature 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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LovelySkin Customer

from Oregon

Wavy, Color treated hair

Combination Skin

Verified Purchase

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

Verified Purchase

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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Valerie

from California

Verified Purchase

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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LovelySkin Customer

from Vermont

Age Group: 60-69

Verified Purchase

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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glamgram

from Indiana

Age Group: 70-79

Verified Purchase

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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NicoleD

from Nevada

Age Group: 30-39

Straight, Color treated hair

Combination Skin

Verified Purchase

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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Reader

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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Knoxville

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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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Massachusetts1

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May 29, 2025

Wonderful product with results

I have been using this product for several months now and have seen notable results. It has helped with fine lines around my entire face and the overall appearance of my face.

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LovelySkin Customer

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May 17, 2025

Great product!

This is a fantastic retinol serum. It goes on smoothly and keeps my skin looking smooth and bright. One pump covers my entire face, so a little goes a long way! SkinMedica Retinol Complex 1.0 will be a part of my nighttime routine for the foreseeable future!

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Bether

Verified Purchase

May 09, 2025

Great High 1.0 Retinol

If you are new to retinol, start with the .5% or less. I have been using retinol for a long time, so my skin tolerates it. As for the price point, if you have good insurance, go to your derm and get a prescription of tretinoin instead of paying this much for a small bottle.

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LovelySkin Customer

Verified Purchase

April 16, 2025

Retinol 1.0

I have used this Skinmedica product for the past few years nightly and found it did not irritate my skin as some retinol products can and very pleased with the results

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FLGuy

Verified Purchase

March 29, 2025

Best retinol

Easy to use, and skin soaked this up quickly.

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Ginger

Verified Purchase

March 25, 2025

My New Favorite Retinol

After my doctor discontinued selling his retinol recently, I started looking frantically for a replacement. Well, I not only found one,, after an extensive review of product reviews, but the SkinMedica Retinol Complex 1.0 EXCEEDS what I was using. Within a couple of days, I could see slight flaking in those areas around the mouth more prone to loss of elasticity, but gradual improvement overall. What most impresses me is that after one month of using this retinol, I have noticed minimal dryness to my combination 80-year old skin and seeing a glo come back to my cheeks that I have not enjoyed for a number of years. Ladies, this is my new “ah ha,” especially when combined with my TNS Advanced Serum at night and my Skinceuticals products in the morning.

5 people found this helpful

Zinnie

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March 24, 2025