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The INKEY List

The INKEY List Retinol Serum 30ml

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Image 1 - An image of a tube of retinol serum with the label THE INKEY LIST, displaying text that reads Starter Retinol, Slow-release Retinol for results with minimal irritation, 90% did not experience any signs of irritation*.
Image 2 - A close-up image of a womans face displaying smooth skin and prominent features, alongside statistics indicating that 91% saw a visible improvement in the evenness of their skin, 91% agreed skin looks brighter, and 82% agreed it reduced the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Image 3 - Image shows a light golden background with a list of skincare ingredients: 1% RETINYL ACETATE gently resurfaces the skin, 0.5 GRANACTIVE RETINOID targets first signs of aging, and 0.5% SQUALANE helps hydrate, soothe, and protect.
Image 4 - A woman smiles while applying skincare, with text that reads FAQ, WHEN SHOULD I START USING RETINOL? 25 years old, when skin cell turnover starts to slow, WHERE DO I START WITH RETINOL? Start low and slow 1-2 times a week and increase gradually, Pair with a barrier-supporting moisturizer, The INKEY Lists Bio-Active Ceramide Moisturizer is a great choice, Always remember SPF in the AM.
Image 5 - An abstract, creamy, light yellow skincare product is shown alongside the text How to layer your routine and numbered steps: 1 Clean, 2 Hydrate, 3 Treat, 4 Moisturize, 5 SPF.
Image 6 - A hand is applying a cream from a tube to the skin, with text that reads When & how to apply, PM, and PEA SIZED AMOUNT.
Image 7 - Image features two tubes of retinol serum from The Inkey List side by side, with information below each tube: on the left, BEST FOR Starter Retinol users, HERO INGREDIENT Contains two retinoids: 1% Retinyl Acetate and 0.5% Granactive, and TARGETS First signs of aging, while on the right, BEST FOR Experienced Retinol users, HERO INGREDIENT 1% pure Retinol, our highest level of Retinol, and TARGETS Dark spots, post-acne scars, deep wrinkles.
Image 8 - A smooth, glossy texture of a beige-colored product is shown with text at the bottom stating that due to the nature of the ingredient, this product may vary in colour - however this does not affect its efficacy.

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Amazing

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

Omg, I love it. The fine lines around my face are slowly vanishing it’s made my skin just look and feel great

by Georgia

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Best on the market

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

I have a second one, it was my first retinol, but the % is really high, so be careful if you have very sensitive skin, I really like this one alone or with niacinamid, I see result after night - with blemish but with wrinkles it is for 3-4 months after that period you can see some changes.

by T.

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No difference

2 stars out of a maximum of 5

I've been using this one for a bit more than 3 months now. It's my first retinol so I was a little bit scared that 1% may be too much for my skin at the beginning. I was wrong. This serum does literally nothing to my skin. I read that sometimes retinol serums dehydrate or cause 'peeling' effect, but nothing like hat happened. My skin does not look better either. At least nothing bad happened.

by Baniacz

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Works well for me

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Combo skin here who has always struggled with texture, and a few breakouts. Wanted a new serum that could reduce the bumps on my forehead and after 2 months of consistent use, my skin is the best it’s ever been, so smooth!! I know this is supposed to be formulated for anti-wrinkles, but if you’re new to retinol with a similar skin type to me and looking for something gentle to tackle minor skin texture this will be your baby! Also didn’t experience any irritation whatsoever. Highly recommend.

by Anisha

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Best thing I’ve ever bought!

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It didn’t take long to see results from this product! I’m young, don’t have many wrinkles but this got rid of all my fine lines. Never believed in anti-aging creams until now.

by P

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Worst retinol ever

1 stars out of a maximum of 5

It does nothing for my skin (except draining all the moisture). I've tried different retinol-based serums after my fav emulsion granactive retinoid went out of stock, and this one is the worst so far.

by Kate

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It’s good one

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

Try it you will not regret but be consistent and patient you will see results for sure

by Ashraf

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Amazing!!

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

Can't praise it enough. I have sensitive, breakout prone, combination skin and this didn't irritate my skin at all (and its my first time using a retinol). I use the P.C. BHA and this did more of a difference in controlling my acne than that. Love the product and the brand overall, and I will purchase again.

by Sara

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Ok

2 stars out of a maximum of 5

The product is a nice consistency and feels nice on skin. However, it does nothing except when I wake up my skin is extremely oily (more than normal) and too much comes out.

by BlackSkull

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Perfect

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

Was a bit apprehensive about starting a retinol, because my skin is ridiculously sensitive, but this hasn’t irritated my skin at all. Starting out only 2 or 3 nights a week and building up has worked fine and I’m glad I’ve been able to incorporate this step into my routine. Highly recommend.

by Georgina

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