Retinol Cream 1.0

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Retinol Cream 1.0

A face cream built around Niacinamide and Tranexamic acid, for barrier repair and smoothing.

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Brand price

USD 102.00 · checked 28 Sept 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

  • Combination skin
  • Dark spots & pigmentation

How to use

In the evening, apply a pea size amount to clean, dry skin, avoiding the eye area. Allow product to absorb before applying other skincare products. Limit initial use to once or twice a week, gradually increasing frequency to every other night, then every night as tolerated. It is recommended for new users to start with Retinol 0.3 to establish skin tolerance. 2 Apply + Complete Retinol may increase photosensitivity. Always use a high-protection, broad spectrum sunscreen when using retinol cream. As a precaution, retinol face creams should not be used by pregnant women or women who intend to become pregnant in the near future. Though there are no reports of topical retinol having any negative effect on fetal development, always consult a physician.

Caution

Retinol may increase photosensitivity. Always use a high-protection, broad spectrum sunscreen when using retinol cream. As a precaution, retinol face creams should not be used by pregnant women or women who intend to become pregnant in the near future. Though there are no reports of topical retinol having any negative effect on fetal development, always consult a physician.

What's inside

Ingredients List

9 trigger at least one check · 30 trigger none

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AquaSolvent
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  • Hydrating
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NiacinamideSmoothing
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  • Niacinamide
  • Acne Fighting
  • Barrier Repair
  • Brightening
  • Dark Spots
  • Even Tone
  • Oil Control
  • Pore Refining
  • Redness Reducing
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GlycerinHumectant
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  • Possibly animal-derived
  • Hydrating
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Tranexamic AcidSkin Conditioning
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  • Tranexamic acid
  • Brightening
  • Dark Spots
  • Even Tone
  • Redness Reducing
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Kojic AcidAntioxidant
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  • Kojic acid
  • Brightening
  • Dark Spots
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0-1 / —

Key Ingredients

  • Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)2

    Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.

    Polysorbate 20, Polysorbate 80

  • Retinoid1

    Vitamin A derivatives that speed cell turnover.

    Retinol

  • AHA1

    Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.

    Citric Acid

  • Niacinamide1

    Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.

    Niacinamide

  • Tranexamic acid1

    Used topically for stubborn pigmentation and melasma.

    Tranexamic Acid

  • Kojic acid1

    A fungal-derived tyrosinase inhibitor used on pigmentation.

    Kojic Acid

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