Easy on the skin!
I peel very easily with retinol so going back down to the lower percentage has been working great!
KelliSmithRunyon
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Love
I love all the Skinmedica products. I have been using them for years based on aesthetician recommendation. I use this along with TNS Advance Serum, HA5 and AHA cleanser. I do switch up between retinol .25 and sometimes the .50. Goes on smooth and does not irritate.
LovelySkin Customer
Verified Purchase
My doctor recommended it
I love this product. Works well with just a small drop.
LovelySkin Customer
Verified Purchase
Gentle and Effective
I like this product very much I've used a drugstore retinol for a while and decided to upgrade to a better and stronger product. I had no issues transitioning. Very minimal peeling first couple of days, none now. It blends in smoothly, not sticky, layer my moisturizer on to of that after it dries. I really like this product and will continue to use.
LovelySkin Customer
Verified Purchase
Love this product
I have been using this Retinol on my face and neck every other day. I have not had any irritation. However, I had used an over the counter brand for a couple of years. I add a moisturizer over the Retinol also. I highly recommend this product.
LovelySkin Customer
Verified Purchase
Good retinol for starters
I used up a bottle of this retinol before moving to something stronger. Not sure if it gave me good results but didn’t break me out or irritated my skin. Good if you want something more mild or have sensitive skin.
LovelySkin Customer
Verified Purchase
Non drying, great for beginner users!
I started using this product once a week, and just moved up to using twice a week. This product is non drying and feels comfortable on your face. I can tell it’s working already but it’s minimal results as it’s only been a month. Using a pea size of product for face at night, after HA serum, then layering moisturizer after the retinol keeps your skin comfortable and reduces the retinol purge.
Sienna824
Verified Purchase
Not for me
To be fair to skinmedica, I just don't think I can tolerate retinol, even attempting 1x a week at this low dose. I get breakouts and weird sores. Just irritates, even if I buffer it with some HAT or replenish. Really bummed about it so using it on my inner arms and belly area lol. Certainly don't want to waste it! I have extremely sensitive facial skin.
LovelySkin Customer
Verified Purchase
Good retinol
This is a very gentle retinol, my husband's dermatologist recommended he drop down to this one from a higher, more irritating strength in another brand. His skin is doing so well, and I have decided to use it too. Very non scented, no issues with pilling and does not burn my face or sensitize it.
LDF
Verified Purchase
Great
Gentle retinol and applies very smoothly. Highly recommend!
BriannaH
Verified Purchase
Like it a lot
I like this product a lot. The reason is it doesn’t make my skin red but it does the job. So the 0.25 is a great starting point if you’re new to retinol.
LouiseB
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Good results
Very happy with the 0.25% for my sensible skin. It exfoliates gently, clear the tone of the skin and also good to brake down the pimples.
JulW
Verified Purchase
A must needed product!
This SkinMedica Retinol Complex 0.25 is one product you must have in your regimen! This has helped my redness and uneven skin tone. I won’t go without this!
LovelySkin Customer
Verified Purchase
SkinMedica Retinol Complex 0.25
Just started using this product, it makes me a little itchy. Still using it, because it seems to be helping my fine lines.
DDH
Verified Purchase
Great starting strength
I wanted to add a Retinol to my program and decided SkinMedica offered just the right increments to make sure I didn't have any reactions. I used one tube at this strength and have now moved up to the .5
LovelySkin Customer
Verified Purchase
Retinol with ease
SkinMedica's .25 has been an easy reintroduction after going off any type of complex for at least 6 months. I was apprehensive because it had been a short time since a severe sensitive skin reaction to another brand's product, but this was used without any problems. My skin is super reactive to various ingredients, especially fragrance, but SM causes zero problems. Will move up to .5 next go round.
LovelySkin Customer
Verified Purchase
My favorite retinol
Works without irritating. Noticeable difference.
Fergie
Verified Purchase
Great product
Love the feel of my face after applying. Doesn’t burn or irritate my skin.
Leora
Verified Purchase
Good product but…
This is a solid product but you have to be careful with using too much too soon. Also, you may want to refrain from using this on your neckline as this gave me a rash there when I did. Perhaps the skin in that area is more sensitive than in other areas? Otherwise, it’s a good product.
LovelySkin Customer
Verified Purchase
Gentle and effective
SkinMedica Retinol Complex 0.25 is friendly for beginners. I use it 3 days in a row and rest for one day. The result is significant and side effects are acceptable. SkinMedica really find a balance between being gentle and effective. It will be a long term product that I repurchase again and again.
LovelySkin Customer
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