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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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Inkey List Retinol

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

I love this. Not even slightly irritating; a lovely, elegant formulation and gorgeous, glowing skin.

by Ella

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Verry good

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

At first i didn't see any change, but after 3 Times, my face was changing in a good way. It's important to hydrate your face. I use this only 3 times per week, but i want to increase.

by Ionela

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Great

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

It really just is a great product, no irritation or redness, just plump and smooth skin. I just love this retinol.

by My Risum

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One week in...

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

Thought I’d check out the hype.. not disappointed in the slightest. My aesthetic surgeon accused me of having work done elsewhere! Glowing. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this.

by Pip

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Deceptive and misleading

1 stars out of a maximum of 5

The product says 1% stable retinol which would obviously make the consumer think it’s 1% retinol. However it actually contains 1% retiSTAR which actually delivers only 0.05% pure retinol. There’s nothing wrong with the product it’s self, it feels nice on the skin, however the fact that the brand is not transparent about the ingredients and percentage/concentration of the retinol has sadly put me off the brand.

by Pt

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Retinol miracle!!!

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

This is the business! In just a few weeks of evening use my sunspots have faded away. Even better, the serum has virtually removed the raised, almost scaly, patches I am plagued with. At 71, my skin has never looked better.

by FMM

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Nothing for me!

2 stars out of a maximum of 5

Used this all up, no irritation or anything like that, but just did not notice any improvement in my skin at all so wouldn't repurchase.

by Helen

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Will repurchase

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

Using this, sometimes with collagen serum afterwards, sometimes with Rose Hip Oil, in the evening. I'm sure my skin is tauter and clearer. Much prefer this gel/cream texture to the glass dropper bottle by The Ordinary and will buy again.

by Shazza

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Early days....

4 stars out of a maximum of 5

but new year, new skincare regime with Retinol and Vitamin C serum, love the products and skin seems to like it too. Definitely sticking with the Inkey List - good products, advice and price.

by JD

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Great retinol

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

Love this serum so much. It's not aggressive for my skin, no irritation! And my skin became much more smooth. I think that my wrinkles are decreasing...Skin feels plumper.

by Oxana

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