Perfect for those with sensitive complexions, this GH Beauty Award winner and Seal star Mary Kay retinol kit is a gradual regimen made to build tolerance over time.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Anti-Wrinkle

While you can try a retinol alternative such as bakuchiol, encapsulated retinol is an excellent option for those who want the real deal, also a fool-proof way to build up a tolerance. SkinBetter Science debuted in doctor’s offices in 2016 and won a coveted Allure Best of Beauty Breakthrough Award the same year for its AlphaRet Night Cream. I'm not very product-loyal so I'm sure I'll skip around to try other moisturizers in the Neutrogena line because the brand quality is high while the products are affordable. This rich fragrance-free moisturizing cream delivers hyaluronic acid and the highest concentration of Accelerated Retinol SA, the fastest retinol currently available, deep into skin's surface. When applying it absorbs really well and leaves the skin feeling nourished and hydrated but doesn’t leave a thick layer on the skin.retinol serum and a soothing, natural oil–infused milk moisturizer to combat common irritating side effects of the collagen-boosting active. Be patient to see results though as it’s not super strong but that’s good as you don’t get any peeling or redness. They are assessed in the Lab using technical instruments, including the Visia Complexion Analyzer (below) to measure changes in skin like wrinkles and dark spots and the Cutometer to gauge skin laxity.

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Hyaluronic Acid Retinol Cream

This eye cream has noticeably reduced the fine lines around my eyes and improved the overall texture of my skin. I've tested this boost for 4 weeks, I don't have sensitive skin but as expected my skin initially reacted with some redness to the new product. Because retinol can be drying, look for a retinol moisturizer that includes moisturizing ingredients such as hyaluronic acid , ceramides , glycerin , peptides , and shea butter to boost moisture and minimize irritation and dryness. It rated highest with Lab testers for immediately moisturizing skin so it looked “plumper and smoother," as one described. Initially, I experienced a slight bit of sensitivity on thinner skinned areas such as under my eyes initially, but no redness, and no issues that would deter me from continuing to use this product.I really like that the cream wasn’t heavy as other night creams and I really appreciate that it comes in a pump bottle, I hate it when you get creams that are in jars/pots because then I end up with cream all under my nails. Each biodegradable pod holds a concentrate of the active balanced with skin nourishers like ceramides and soybean oil to help hydrate and minimize irritation, though the texture could be too oily for some. Choose retinol products with key ingredients that signal the formula will nourish the skin or mitigate any potential sensitivity to the active," Dr.