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Customer Reviews for SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5
SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5
Recommended for more sensitive skin or as a prerequisite to SkinCeuticals Retinol 1.0.
Average Customer Rating:
Rating Snapshot (18 reviews)
5 stars
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6 of 8(75%)customers would recommend this product to a friend.
SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 Reviews
SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 Review #1
gsculley
Michigan
Pros: lightweight, absorbs quickly
Overall Rating
Price/Value
5
out of
5
Ease of Use
5
out of
5
Age Group:55+
Gender:F
Skin Type:sensitive
“
not as harsh as the 1.0
”-February 26, 2012
I had been using the Skinceuticals 1.0 retinol but found my skin was too sensitive. I 'backed' it down a notch and tried the .5 and so far I haven't experienced any redness or irritation.
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SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 Review #2
Teresa
Lake Forest, Ca
Pros: smooth texture, lightweight, absorbs quickly, pleasant fragrance, gentle
Cons: the pump
Overall Rating
Price/Value
3
out of
5
Ease of Use
5
out of
5
Top 1000 Contributor
Age Group:45-54
Gender:F
Skin Type:dry
“
Total Believer!
”-November 9, 2011
I've been using SkinCeuticals Retinol for years and I truly believes it works. Retinol has made my wrinkles lighter and my skin is smoother. Also, I believe the dark spots on my face have been minimized. I always get compliments on how young I look "for my age". I'm concerned about the pump not dispensing all of the product like the other reviewer mentioned - that's the only downside.
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SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 Review #3
indian
Cons: nightmare dispenser
Overall Rating
Price/Value
2
out of
5
Ease of Use
1
out of
5
“
Why hasn't SkinCeuticals fixed this...
”-June 3, 2011
I sent this review to SkinCeuticals, and see on here the same complaints I have that are OVER A YEAR OLD! Why haven't they addressed this? Pump stops working when product is only 1/2 gone. My bottle stopped dispensing product but still felt heavy, and it took a pair of pliers and muscle to finally get the top off. There sat a good 1/2-bottle's worth of product, now exposed to oxygen. At this price, this is unacceptable, and since it's been over 30 days, I'm out all that $$.
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SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 Review #4
hollyann
TX
Pros: smooth texture, lightweight
Overall Rating
Price/Value
4
out of
5
Ease of Use
5
out of
5
Age Group:Under 25
Gender:F
Skin Type:sensitive
“
go ahead, its gentle
”-March 4, 2011
perfect starter retinol, Great for me, and my mom's using it as well.
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SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 Review #5
avany
New York
Pros: smooth texture, absorbs quickly, gentle
Overall Rating
Price/Value
5
out of
5
Ease of Use
5
out of
5
Top 100 Contributor
Age Group:35-44
Gender:F
Skin Type:sensitive
“
absolutely fantastic
”-January 9, 2011
I can't be without this one - my sensitive, mixed, breakout-prone skin would not be what it is without this retinol product. It is not too harsh, yet it keeps me pimple-free - wrinkle-free and fresh looking. I use it every night for a couple of years now, and whenever I run out and stop using it for more than a couple of weeks, I can see either a pimple popping up, or how my skin starts looking very dull. I am now considering switching to the higher concentration one.
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SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 Review #6
patt
pa
Pros: absorbs quickly
Cons: packaging design
Overall Rating
Price/Value
3
out of
5
Ease of Use
4
out of
5
Top 1000 Contributor
Age Group:45-54
Gender:F
Skin Type:combination
“
better packaging
”-April 28, 2010
I have been using this for a month now, have seen some small changes. I recently bought the pigment regulator.
The packaging is the same, (pump), u can not regulate how much comes out. There is waste. You also will lose product in the bottom of container because u cant get to it.
Product in a tube would be better, u would then get it all out or at least more and regulate how much comes out at one time.
The packaging is the same, (pump), u can not regulate how much comes out. There is waste. You also will lose product in the bottom of container because u cant get to it.
Product in a tube would be better, u would then get it all out or at least more and regulate how much comes out at one time.
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SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 Review #7
Agent67
Terre Haute, Indiana
Pros: absorbs quickly, pleasant fragrance, gentle, lightweight
Cons: packaging is very poor
Overall Rating
Price/Value
4
out of
5
Ease of Use
1
out of
5
Top 50 Contributor
Age Group:35-44
Gender:F
Skin Type:combination
“
Great product---horrible packaging
”-February 21, 2010
I found this product to be very effective. My skin feels very smooth in the morning. I'm getting ready to start the 1.0 and I'm looking forward to even better results. The only con I have for this product is the packaging. I had to use a pair of pliers to get the top off because I knew there was more product in the container. There was, a lot. Packaging seriously needs redesigned.
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SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 Review #8
APinMD
Maryland
Pros: absorbs quickly, smooth texture
Cons: harsh/abrasive
Overall Rating
Price/Value
2
out of
5
Ease of Use
5
out of
5
Age Group:35-44
Gender:F
Skin Type:combination
“
Works but...
”-March 12, 2009
I bought this a year ago and was very pleased with the results. However, I noticed that I could only use this once a week (maybe 2) and my skin was RED. It looked like I had a very bad sunburn all the time and my skin is NOT very sensitive. My skin would actually feel like it was burning if I tried using it more frequently. I switched to Skinmedica and I have been much happier, with excellent results.
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SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 Review #9
Jane in VA
Overall Rating
“
Great for Wrinkles and Acne prone skin
”-December 5, 2007
I swear I've spent thousands of dollars trying to clear my hormonal acne and treat my wrinkles at the same time. I've tried retinol in the past and had a bad reaction (differin). This strength is great for us who want to ease into retinols. My skin texture, clarity and pores look so good that I am hooked. It's now my HG product to use at night. You will peel at first. If it is too irritating, buffer it with a serum or a moisturizer. I use Estee Lauder Advanced Night repair and mix a pea size amount with it. Teo times a week until you build up a tolerance. I now use it every night without a problem with peeling or redness.
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SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 Review #10
Maggie C.
Overall Rating
“
Smooth Skin...
”-October 9, 2007
I seriously have tried many "high-end" products from dermatologists and plastic surgeons in the relentless effort to improve the appearance of my skin. I used this product and noticed smoother skin within a few days. It really does work and is not irritating like Retin-A. My face is clearer and brighter...I am so glad I found this product. I use the Obagi foaming cleanser first. I use Yonka dermol after this and the combo really makes a diffcerence. Thanks Skinstore!!!
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SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 Review #11
Fred Smith
Overall Rating
“
It works
”-August 15, 2007
Made my skin nice
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SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 Review #12
Andresse
Overall Rating
“
Highly recommended
”-July 2, 2007
This is an excellent product that delivers. Saw results fairly quickly and was left with glowing skin, improvement in fine lines, and faded acne marks.
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SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 Review #13
Heather Young
Overall Rating
“
Best Retinol Product Out There
”-June 5, 2007
I have been using this for years, I use it every other night. Tried the 1.0 and it is just too strong. I hear that my skin looks great often and I think this and the Skinceuticals CE Ferulic are the keys to that!
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SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 Review #14
Annie
Overall Rating
“
Very good
”-June 2, 2007
This product is quite good. I use it 1 - 2 times per week and I do see some peeling, but it's not to bad. Surprisingly the small bottle lasts a long time (maybe 6 months). I'm very fair w/blonde hair and I'm hesitant to go to the 1.0% forumula...the .5 works well for me.
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SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 Review #15
Christy
Overall Rating
“
Great Product!!
”-May 15, 2007
Rosy Glow. Very Gentle. Can't wait to finish this bottle and move up to the 1%. Improves complextion. Great pre-conditioner for retinol products.
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SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 Review #16
Carolyn Prewitt
Overall Rating
“
poor dispenser
”-April 22, 2007
After using SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 three times, the container will no longer dispense the lotion. Needless to say, I am very annoyed that this $42.00 is wasted.
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SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 Review #17
Cristi
Overall Rating
“
Excellent
”-October 4, 2006
My dermatologist sold me this product. It works great and the .5 solution is great for those of us who can't do full strength retinol.
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SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 Review #18
jq
Overall Rating
“
Great elegant and effective product
”-September 21, 2006
Great elegant and effective product
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