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Paula's Choice

Clinical Anti - Aging 1% Retinol Treatment

4.5(2,200 reviews)

$58

Approx. retail price

Commonly used for
Dehydration & drynessFine lines & firmness
Fragrance
No fragrance signals identified in ingredients
Product type
Retinoid serum
Irritation potential
High irritation potential
Pregnancy
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About this product

Paula's Choice Clinical Anti-Aging 1% Retinol Treatment combines 1% pure retinol with bisabolol, panthenol, chrysin, ectoin, and antioxidants in a serum targeting wrinkles, uneven tone, and loss of firmness.

Likely good for

Likely suited to goals involving the appearance of wrinkles, uneven tone, firmness and texture. The formula centers on 1% pure retinol for visible surface renewal, supported by bisabolol, panthenol, chrysin, ectoin and antioxidants.

How to use

Apply a thin layer to clean, dry skin at night, starting 2-3 times weekly and gradually increasing to nightly use as tolerated. Always follow with sunscreen in the morning.

Key ingredients

01
WATER
02
BUTYLENE GLYCOL
03
DIMETHICONE

Helps condition or soften the skin.

Skin-conditioning
04
GLYCERIN

Helps attract and retain moisture.

Humectant
05
RETINOL

Helps condition or soften the skin.

Skin-conditioning

Reviews

4.5

Based on 2,200 reviews

Pros

  • High-strength retinol at accessible price
  • Visible improvement in fine lines and texture
  • Well-buffered to reduce irritation
  • Backed by clinical testing

Cons

  • Can still cause initial retinization/irritation
  • Not for sensitive-skin beginners
  • Requires diligent SPF use
  • Packaging pump can dispense inconsistently