Retinol 1% in Squalane
What the community says
Pros
- 1% retinol concentration offers a solid step-up for experienced retinol users
- Squalane base provides moisturizing slip ideal for body areas prone to dryness
- Works well to improve texture and wrinkles over extended use on non-face areas
Cons
- Purging and irritation are common, especially if jumped to daily use or used on sensitive skin
- Not ideal for oily or acne-prone skin due to potential for prolonged breakouts
- Can worsen redness, dryness, and compromise skin barrier if introduced too aggressively
Product details
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Commonly Used With
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The Ordinary
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Dupes & Alternatives
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Where to buy
Available on Amazon
Real Reddit threads
4 threads from r/SkincareAddiction, r/30PlusSkinCare