The INKEY List Retinol Serum 30ml
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Skin care doesn't have to be confusing. The INKEY List is on a mission to debunk beauty jargon and put the power of knowledge in your hands. Its straight-talking range includes all the industry's best-loved heroes (from retinol to hyaluronic acid) in no-frills formulations that deliver incredible results. A case in point? The Retinol Serum (30ml), a nighttime treatment that works to reduce the look of fine lines, wrinkles and uneven texture.
Looking for a skin care reset while you sleep? Cue The INKEY List's Retinol Serum (10ml).
A derivative of vitamin A, retinol refreshes your complexion. Calling on two different forms of this hard-working ingredient, this concoction unites 1% retinyl acetate to gently resurface skin while a 0.5% granactive retinoid leaves your skin feeling plumper. Plus, its slow-release formula minimises sensitivity while still minimising fine lines, wrinkles, pigmentation and blemishes. That's not all; it's also infused with squalane to intensely hydrate your visage and protect your delicate moisture barrier. The results? A complexion that looks brighter, smoother and firmer.
Water (Aqua/Eau), Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Retinyl Acetate, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Phospholipids, Squalane, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Carbomer, Polysorbate 60, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glycolipids, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Phytate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Lactate, Tocopherol, Polysorbate 20, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1.
For the latest information, it is recommended to review the ingredient list printed on the packaging of the product prior to usage or consumption.
Only use Retinol Serum in your PM skin care routine. After cleansing and hydrating, apply a pea-sized amount of Retinol Serum and massage into to the face and neck. Follow with preferred moisturiser. Start off using it 1-2 times per week and increase gradually if your skin can tolerate more frequent use.
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Super gentle
The best starter retinol I love how gentle it is and I would definitely recommend
by Daniel Verified Purchase
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It’s…fine?
Good for low price point but not anything special. Won’t buy again.
by Cara
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Good first retinol
I liked it while I used it. Non-drying retinol although due to the low retinol percentage the difference to the skin is subtle
by Judith
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Love this - one of the best retinols ever !
Love this product - effective ,gentle and pocket friendly Win win ! I am waiting for a bigger one to come back in stock and will be purchasing at least a couple as keeps using this all the time now Thanks The Inkey list - don’t ever discontinue this please !
by Taylor43 Verified Purchase
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Amazing!
If you want to wake up with princess skin- GO FOR IT! It’s really good. I don’t feel it’s harsh, I tried multiple retinols and this one is great!
by Angelica
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Excellent retinol serum
This is my first retinol serum and I can say I am really happy with it. I can see the difference on my skin after some time of using it. Its not too aggressive, since I followed the rule of first using it 2 times a week then after 2 weeks more often etc i didn't get any redness or bad breakouts. I have sensitive dry to medium skin.
by Maja
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Not breaking out
Usually i have bad purging with retinol product, but this doesn’t irritate my skin like other does.
by Miranda Verified Purchase
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Fantastic price-performance ratio
Compared to the drunken elephant and medik8, this retinol serum seems to have a lower concentration, so for beginners who need to get used to the ingredient, absolutely great recommendation. My skin has now learned to tolerate retinol very well even in higher doses, which is why I no longer see the insanely great effects here. The amount is unbeatable for the price and the product was very, very well tolerated, so I can recommend without reservations. Who nevertheless the very first time retinol uses, should limit the application to a few days per week and to the evening to avoid the known 'side effects'.
by Chris
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Favorite retinol without iritation
Love this one. Creamy texture. Great results without excessive dryness. Always have one open and alternate with other retinols I'm using up at the moment. Think i have bought 10+, will probably be a forever favorite.
by Lisa Verified Purchase
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Loved it
It one of the best drug store brands
by KHUSHI Verified Purchase
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