SkinMedica Retinol Complex

This formula employs three distinct vitamin-A derivatives to penetrate the skin via a sustained-release delivery system, improving the appearance of fine lines, enhancing skin texture, and accelerating exfoliation. When used regularly Retinol Complex may help to increase the skin’s firmness, and create a more vibrant and evenly coloured complexion.

Features

• Proprietary encapsulate helps to reduce irritation and delivers a targeted release of retinol.
• Customizable options with 3 strengths of retinol (0.25, 0.5 and 1.0)
• Enhances skin tone and texture
• Non-prescription
• Clinically tested

Benefits

• Skin feels smooth and refined
• Minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
• Reduces and brightens the appearance of dark spots resulting in an evener skin tone
• enhances skin texture

SkinMedica Retinol Complex 0.25

If it's your first time using retinol, start with the 0.25 strength twice a week and gradually increase frequency to slowly build your skin's tolerance levels. Please read "How to Use" for more information.

• Improves the appearance of fine lines, aging and sun-damaged skin.
• Enhances skin texture and accelerates exfoliation
• Microsphere-encapsulated technology/tri-retinol complex speeds cell turnover and provides  antioxidant defence
• Creates a more vibrant, firmer, and evenly coloured complexion

SkinMedica Retinol Complex 0.5

Same benefits as the 0.25 Retinol Complex but with higher dosage and stronger effects. Only use SkinMedica Retinol Complex 0.5 once your skin built tolerance and is pre-conditioned by using Retinol Complex 0.25 or another retinoid product.

SkinMedica Retinol Complex 1.0

Same benefits as the 0.25 Retinol Complex but with higher dosage and stronger effect. Only use once your skin built tolerance and is pre-conditioned by using Retinol Complex 0.5 or another retinoid product.

SkinMedica Retinol Complex 0.25 Ingredients

Water/Aqua/Eau, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Niacinamide, Polyacrylate-13, Squalane, Retinol, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-8, Dunaliella Salina Extract, Magnolia Grandiflora Bark Extract, Tocopherol, Tocotrienols, Ceramide 3, Bisabolol, Phytosterols, Squalene, Tocopheryl Acetate, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax (Oryza Sativa Cera), Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polysorbate 20, Butylene Glycol, Cetyl Palmitate, Laureth-23, Trideceth-6 Phosphate, Sodium Hydroxide, Dicaprylyl Ether, Lauryl Alcohol, Polyisobutene, Dextran, Potassium Sorbate, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin

SkinMedica Retinol Complex 0.5 Ingredients

Water/Aqua/Eau, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Niacinamide, Polyacrylate-13, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Squalane, Retinol, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-8, Dunaliella Salina Extract, Magnolia Grandiflora Bark Extract, Tocopherol, Tocotrienols, Ceramide 3, Bisabolol, Phytosterols, Squalene, Tocopheryl Acetate, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax (Oryza Sativa Cera), Glycerin, Polysorbate 20, Butylene Glycol, Cetyl Palmitate, Laureth-23, Trideceth-6 Phosphate, Sodium Hydroxide, Dicaprylyl Ether, Lauryl Alcohol, Polyisobutene, Dextran, Potassium Sorbate, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin

SkinMedica Retinol Complex 1.0 Ingredients

Water/Aqua/Eau, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Niacinamide, Polyacrylate-13, Squalane, Retinol, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-8, Dunaliella Salina Extract, Magnolia Grandiflora Bark Extract, Tocopherol, Tocotrienols, Ceramide 3, Bisabolol, Phytosterols, Squalene, Tocopheryl Acetate, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax (Oryza Sativa Cera), Glycerin, Polysorbate 20, Butylene Glycol, Cetyl Palmitate, Laureth-23, Trideceth-6 Phosphate, Sodium Hydroxide, Dicaprylyl Ether, Lauryl Alcohol, Polyisobutene, Dextran, Potassium Sorbate, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin

Directions PM

When to apply

Apply a single pump in the evening after cleansing and toning and before applying your moisturizer. If you have never used a retinol product before, begin by limiting use to twice a week, gradually increasing frequency to every other night, and then advancing to each evening or as tolerated.

Where to apply

Apply to your entire face (neck and chest if desired).

Caution

Do not use if you are pregnant, lactating or planning to become pregnant. Mild redness, peeling and irritation are expected when using this product. Use daily sun protection with SPF 30 or higher during the use of this product and for a week following discontinuation. Avoid getting in eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water.

Only use at night.

Protect Product

As with most SkinMedica® products, this product should be stored at room temperature 15-30 degrees Celsius (59-86 degrees Fahrenheit). Avoid exposure to extreme heat or cold.