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No7
Pure Retinol 1% Night Concentrate
A serum built around Niacinamide and Retinoid, for barrier repair and smoothing.
Brand price
USD 42.99 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
From the brand
What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.
The brand recommends it for
- Acne & blemishes
- Dark spots & pigmentation
- Fine lines & wrinkles
- Dryness & dehydration
- Uneven texture
- Dark circles & puffiness
How to use
At night, apply 2 pumps of No7 retinol to a cleansed face, avoiding the eye, outer eye and lip areas. Limit initial use to once or twice a week on non-consecutive nights, gradually increasing frequency to every other night, then every night as tolerated. As a guide, it will normally take at least 6 weeks to reach nightly use.
Caution
Contains retinol, which may cause sensitivity and irritation. Please ensure you read the Directions and Warnings carefully before your first use and retain the enclosed leaflet for future reference. Do not apply to irritated, broken or inflamed skin, We do not recommend using facial hair removal products/methods whilst using this product, Retinol can make the skin more sensitive to UV radiation. Limit sun exposure and ensure you apply minimum SPF 15 (SPF 30 USA) Day Cream every morning while using this product, This product must not be used in conjunction with other pure retinol products, as well as retinoic acid, alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) and beta hydroxy acids (BHAs) For external use only, Do not use if taking prescription acne medication or undergoing a skin peeling regime, Note: When pregnant or breastfeeding, it is recommended to avoid any products containing Retinoids. Warnings: Avoid contact with eyes and lips. If product gets into the eyes rinse well with water immediately.
What's inside
Ingredients List
12 trigger at least one check · 18 trigger none
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
- Retinoid
- Acne Fighting
- Anti-Aging
- Dark Spots
- Firming
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Smoothing
Key Ingredients
Centella asiatica (Cica)1
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Peptides2
Short amino-acid chains used as signalling actives.
Benefits
Hydrating6
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Glycerin, Panthenol
Barrier Repair9
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Sucrose Laurate
Reduces Irritation4
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Bisabolol, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Panthenol
Redness Reducing3
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Anti-Aging3
Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.
Smoothing7
Refines rough or uneven texture.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Niacinamide, Retinol, Sucrose Laurate
Concerns
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis10
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Behentrimonium Chloride, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan Laurate, Sucrose Laurate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Ingredients Explained
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Aqua
Solvent
Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
Learn more about Glycerin →Butylene Glycol
Fragrance, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
Learn more about Butylene Glycol →Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Fragrance, Perfuming, Occlusive, Solvent
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is the mixed triester of glycerin and caprylic and capric acids.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride →Dimethicone
Antifoaming, Skin Conditioning, Emollient, Skin Protecting
Dimethicone is a silicone.
Learn more about Dimethicone →C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial, Skin Conditioning, Emollient
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate →Polysorbate 20
Cleansing, Emulsifying
Polysorbate 20 isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20 →Niacinamide
Smoothing
Niacinamide is niacinamide.
Learn more about Niacinamide →Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Retinol is a retinoid.
Learn more about Retinol →Phenoxyethanol
Antimicrobial, Preservative
Phenoxyethanol is the aromatic ether alcohol that conforms to the formula:
Learn more about Phenoxyethanol →
Dupes
- No7 Pure Retinol 0.3% Retinol Night Concentrate95% match
- No7 Menopause Skincare Instant Radiance Serum74% match
- No7 Future Renew™ Damage Reversal Night Serum73% match
- No7 Future Renew™ Damage Reversal Serum69% match
- Wardah Lightening Serum Ampoule66% match
- No7 Restore & Renew Firming Serum66% match