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Thinking about trying retinol? Here are the best beginner friendly strengths and types from incredible brands I have tried and recommend!
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items I’m a huge fan of retinol, but it’s so important to know exactly which kind and the strength using. Here’s a great list of all my favorite beginner friendly gentle retinol creams, lotions and oils! Retinal body lotion is also newer on the market, I i...
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Lotion Retinols
Gel and serum-based retinols
Retinol oils
Lotion Retinols
I can use this every day even throughout the summer, perfect for sensitive skin, and it never dries or irritates, it’s very moisturizing
Good Molecules Gentle Retinol Cream 30ml
Gentle overnight retinol cream, perfect for sensitive skin, very creamy and non-dryIng
SeoulCeuticals Gentle Retinol Cream
A great light cream retinol, perfectly beginners and very gentle. Layers really well under moisturizer and makeup
FRANKLY Retinol 0.1% Cream, 1.01 fl oz
A great, gentle retinol for beginners with additional anti-aging ingredients
Dr.Althea Pure Retinol 0.15% Cream | Korean Vegan Skin Care
Gentle and widely available, perfect if your skin likes the Olay brand and you want a consistent set
Regenerist Retinol 24 Starter Lotion
All natural, vegan, and hypoallergenic. A great product for someone wanting all natural skin care and allergen free
Phyto-Retinol Advanced Clinical Cream
My absolute favorite retinol body lotion, great for dry skin or specific areas like knees elbows, wrists and ankles. The beef tallow really locks in the moisture and they are accompanied dedicated to an all natural formulation
Clean + Kind Tallow Retinol Firming Lotion
Gel and serum-based retinols
Quick observing gel, you get to choose how thick the layer is, perfect for someone new to retinol and sensitive skin
Cocokind beginner retinol gel 0.1%
The two types of retinols work together to provide gentle yet effective results, great for days when my skin needs a lighter coverage
Retinal Renew 0.1% & 0.2% Retinaldehyde Gel
Great for the combination of retinol while also keeping skin hydrated with Squalene
Mild Retinol 0.2% in Squalane for General Signs of Aging
Trusted brand for sensitive skin ingredients, this has ceramides and hyaluronic acid to keep skin moisturized
Skin Renewing Retinol Serum for Anti-Aging
Bakuchiol adds to the gentle retinol delivery and this is more of a gel serum which absorbs very nicely
VERSED Press Restart Gentle Retinol Serum
Encapsulated retinol + Ectoin, an amino acid compound commonly used to help skin hold moisture and stay calm
PEACH & LILY - Retinal For All Renewing Serum
This is a smooth retinaldehyde Gel With Ectoin, Cica And Jojoba Oil to really lock in oils for extra sensitive or dry-prone skin
Prequel Retinal Renew 0.1% Retinaldehyde Gel - 1.7 fl oz
Gentle enough to use 2x per day and it’s Paraben-Free & Fragrance-Free
Micro-Dose Anti-Aging Retinol Serum with Ceramides
I love this brand so much, all of their products are incredibly gentle, this serum has encapsulated retinol, a bio-retinol and bakuchiol, a plant-derived retinol alternative
Retinol Complex Serum
Perfect for people wanting a gentle retinol that is acne/breakout focused versus fine lines and wrinkles
Glow Recipe Blackberry Retinol Blemish Serum
Retinol oils
For skin that loves oils, this is a great way to keep your skin fully hydrated especially if you have extra dry skin to begin with
Sensitive Retinol Oil
A great retinol with oil delivery, with hyaluronic acid and ceramides
belif - Super Drops Retinol and Peptide Barrier Serum
Why use retinol only on our face when our body will get benefits as well! I love this creamy retinol lotion for my elbows and knees especially
Retinol Body Cream
Fantastic for targeting dark spots in addition to being a really nice oil delivery for retinol
Buttah Skin Everlasting Retinol Oil