SkinCeuticals Retinol 1.0

1.0% pure retinol

The highest SkinCeuticals concentration, promoting cellular turnover to improve the look of lines, wrinkles and discoloration.

Encapsulated release

Stabilization and delivery technologies give a steady, even release of retinol.

Bisabolol

A skin-calming and conditioning ingredient that helps minimize irritation.

Light and air protection

Specialized packaging preserves the retinol's potency.

Key benefits

• Promotes cellular turnover at the highest SkinCeuticals strength
• Improves the appearance of fine lines and deeper-looking wrinkles
• Improves the look of discoloration
• Reduces the appearance of pores
• Helps blemish-prone skin look clearer
• Smooths the look of uneven texture

Step 1

In the evening, apply a pea-sized amount to clean skin, avoiding the eye area.

Step 2

Allow the cream to absorb before applying other skincare products.

Step 3

Limit initial use to once or twice a week, then increase to every other night and then every night as tolerated. Available in 30 ml.

Tolerance note

Even experienced users should start once or twice a week, then move to every other night and nightly as tolerated, avoiding the eye area. Retinol may increase photosensitivity, so always wear a high-protection, broad-spectrum sunscreen. As a precaution, SkinCeuticals advises that retinol should not be used by women who are pregnant or intend to become pregnant in the near future: consult a physician.

Key ingredients

• 1.0% Pure Retinol: A derivative of vitamin A that promotes cellular turnover and improves the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and discoloration. It is encapsulated to ensure a steady, even release.
• Bisabolol: A skin-calming and conditioning ingredient that SkinCeuticals includes to help minimize irritation.
• Shea Butter: A rich plant butter in the cream base that helps condition and soften skin.
• Botanical Extracts: Passionflower, rosa canina leaf and milk thistle fruit extracts are included as skin-conditioning ingredients.

Full ingredient list

Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Propylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Allyl Methacrylates Crosspolymer, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter / Shea Butter, Dimethiconol, Dimethicone, Dimethicone PEG-7 Isostearate, Retinol, Laureth-23, Laureth-4, Sodium Polyacrylate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Cyclomethicone, Glycerin, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, BHT, Bisabolol, Laureth-7, Tetrasodium EDTA, Passiflora Incarnata Flower Extract, Rosa Canina Leaf Extract, Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract, Methylisothiazolinone.

Ingredient lists can change. Refer to the product packaging for the most current list.

What does SkinCeuticals Retinol 1.0 do?

Retinol 1.0 promotes cellular turnover to improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, discoloration and pores. It contains 1.0% pure retinol, the highest SkinCeuticals concentration, encapsulated for a steady, even release, with bisabolol to help minimize irritation.

Is Retinol 1.0 too strong for beginners?

Usually, yes. Retinol 1.0 is the top of the range. SkinCeuticals advises establishing consistent skin tolerance before advancing to a higher concentration, so most people start with Retinol 0.3, move to Retinol 0.5, and reach Retinol 1.0 only once the lower strength is comfortable.

How often should I use Retinol 1.0?

Start once or twice a week in the evening, even if you are used to retinol, then increase to every other night and every night as tolerated. Apply a pea-sized amount to clean skin and let it absorb before other products.

Can I use Retinol 1.0 with vitamin C?

Yes, at different times of day. Apply a vitamin C antioxidant serum such as C E Ferulic in the morning under sunscreen, and Retinol 1.0 at night. Daily broad-spectrum sunscreen is important because retinol may increase photosensitivity.

What is the difference between Retinol 1.0 and Retinol 0.5?

Retinol 1.0 contains twice the pure retinol of Retinol 0.5: 1.0% versus 0.5%. The delivery technology, bisabolol and packaging are the same. Retinol 0.5 is the bridge strength, while Retinol 1.0 is for skin already tolerating that level nightly.

What should I put on after Retinol 1.0?

Once Retinol 1.0 has absorbed, follow with a moisturizer. SkinCeuticals applies Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2 after retinol at night in its regimens, which helps keep skin comfortable while it adjusts to a higher strength.

Who should not use Retinol 1.0?

As a precaution, SkinCeuticals advises that retinol should not be used by women who are pregnant or intend to become pregnant in the near future, and recommends consulting a physician. Skip the eye area and scale back if skin becomes uncomfortable.

Is SkinCrew an authorized SkinCeuticals retailer in the US?

Yes. SkinCrew is an Authorized SkinCeuticals US Retailer and sources every unit directly from SkinCeuticals, so Retinol 1.0 arrives fresh, authentic and in current packaging, with fast US shipping.