PCA Skin Intensive Brightening Treatment 0.5% Pure Retinol 1 oz tube

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PCA Skin Intensive Brightening Treatment: brighten, even and correct, a nighttime treatment for discoloration

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PCA Skin Intensive Brightening Treatment 0.5% Pure Retinol

Name: PCA Skin Intensive Brightening Treatment 0.5% Pure Retinol
Brand: PCA Skin
SKU: 812025013008
Price: 120.0 USD
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A nighttime 0.5% pure retinol cream with niacinamide and resveratrol that fades the look of discoloration for a brighter, more even, radiant complexion.

Product Info

PCA Skin Intensive Brightening Treatment 0.5% Pure Retinol – A nighttime retinol cream for discoloration that pairs 0.5% pure retinol with niacinamide, resveratrol and hydroquinone-free brighteners for a brighter, more even complexion.

0.5% pure retinol speeds cell turnover to help fade the look of dark spots and promote a clear, even skin tone
Niacinamide improves uneven skin tone, reduces water loss and helps balance excess oil
Resveratrol, a strong antioxidant, encourages a bright, even complexion
Hexylresorcinol and hydroxyphenoxy propionic acid add hydroquinone-free tone-evening support
PCA Skin's patented OmniSome delivery system carries actives deeper and is still releasing them 10 hours after application
Fragrance-free and paraben-free

Who benefits? Anyone with dark spots, sun-related discoloration or dull, uneven tone who wants a nightly retinol focused on brightening. Not for use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

How to Use

Step 1: In the evening, cleanse and pat skin dry.
Step 2: Apply a pea-sized amount evenly over the face, avoiding the eyes and lips.
Step 3: Follow with an appropriate moisturizer.
Step 4: Start twice a week, then increase to every other night and then nightly as tolerated.
Step 5: In the morning, apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen.

Caution: For external use only. Retinol increases sun sensitivity; use a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily and limit sun exposure. Mild redness, dryness or flaking may occur at first. Not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Avoid contact with eyes. Discontinue use if irritation persists.

Ingredients

Key Ingredients: Aminomethyl Propanol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Vp Copolymer, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Coco Caprylate Caprate, Decyl Glucoside, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Glycerin, Hexylresorcinol, Hydroxyphenoxy Propionic Acid, Isododecane, Niacinamide, Polyglyceryl 10 Dioleate, Polysilicone 11, Propanediol, Resveratrol, Retinol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Trideceth 6

Full Ingredients: Water, Isododecane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-10 Dioleate, Glycerin, Tapioca Starch Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Hydroxyphenoxy Propionic Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Polysilicone-11, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Hexylresorcinol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Resveratrol, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Retinol, Polysorbate 20, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Xanthan Gum, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Citrate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Trideceth-6, Disodium EDTA, Decyl Glucoside, Aminomethyl Propanol. Ingredient Lists Can Change. Please Refer To The Product Carton For The Most Current List.

Shipping

When will my order be shipped?

We aim to ship all products the same or next business day (Monday - Friday, excluding holidays) if in stock. If a delay occurs due to manufacturer backorders, we will notify you via email.

When will my order arrive?

Most orders are delivered within 2-3 business days, with over 99% arriving within 7 business days. Delivery times depend on the distance from our Atlanta, GA, location and the carrier.

How do I track my order?

Once your order ships, you will receive an email with a tracking number to monitor delivery progress.

What if my tracking number says "delivered" but I can't find my package?

Check your front/back porches, side doors, garage areas, and with neighbors. If the package is still missing after 2 business days, contact us for assistance.

SKU: 812025013008
Type: Retinoids

Ideal for these Concerns: Dark Spots & Hyperpigmentation, Dullness, Uneven Texture, Uneven Tone

Help Center?

Brightening Retinol Treatment

Brighter, More Even Skin Tone

Suited for:

Most skin types with dark spots or uneven tone

Target concerns:

Dark spots, discoloration, uneven tone, dullness

Benefits:

Brightens, evens tone, fades spots, renews

When to use:

Evening only, after cleansing

Retinol for Radiance

Why You'll Love It

A nightly retinol built for discoloration, pairing pure retinol with brightening antioxidants for a more even, radiant complexion.

Fades the Look of Spots

0.5% pure retinol speeds skin renewal to help fade dark spots and discoloration over time.

Even, Radiant Tone

Niacinamide and resveratrol work together to encourage a brighter, more even complexion.

Hydroquinone-Free

Hexylresorcinol and hydroxyphenoxy propionic acid support tone correction without hydroquinone.

OmniSome Delivery

PCA Skin's patented delivery system carries actives deeper and is still releasing them 10 hours after you apply.

Retinol & Brightening Antioxidants

Key Ingredients

Retinol (0.5%)

Renews & Clarifies

Pure vitamin A at 0.5% encourages faster cell turnover to help fade the look of discoloration and promote a clear complexion and even skin tone. PCA Skin pairs it with its OmniSome delivery system for deeper, extended release.

Evens & Balances

Niacinamide

Vitamin B3 reduces water loss, helps control excess oil production and improves uneven skin tone for a smoother, more balanced complexion.

Antioxidant Radiance

Resveratrol

A strong antioxidant that encourages a bright, even skin tone. It is backed by hexylresorcinol and hydroxyphenoxy propionic acid for additional hydroquinone-free tone-evening support.

Need to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before choosing, using, and caring for your skin with Purity products.

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How is this different from PCA Skin's other retinol treatments?

Each PCA Skin retinol treatment is built around pure retinol, and the supporting ingredients set the focus. Intensive Brightening pairs it with niacinamide, resveratrol and hexylresorcinol for discoloration and uneven tone. Intensive Age Refining focuses on lines and firmness, Intensive Clarity adds salicylic acid for breakout-prone skin, and Retinol Treatment for Sensitive Skin is the gentlest option for reactive skin.

Does it contain hydroquinone?

No. It is hydroquinone-free and relies on retinol, niacinamide, resveratrol, hexylresorcinol and hydroxyphenoxy propionic acid to brighten and even out tone.

Can I use it while pregnant or breastfeeding?

Retinol isn't recommended while pregnant, trying to conceive or breastfeeding. Check with your physician, and ask us about retinol-free brightening options for that season.

How should I work it into my routine?

Use it in the evening only: cleanse, apply a pea-sized amount, then follow with moisturizer. Start twice a week, then move to every other night and then nightly as tolerated. Some dryness, flaking or redness in the first few weeks is common; scale back if it's uncomfortable.

How soon will I see results?

Skin often looks brighter within a few weeks, while dark spots fade gradually as skin renews. Give it about three months of consistent use, with a broad-spectrum sunscreen every morning, before judging the full effect. Without daily SPF, discoloration tends to return.

How long does a tube last?

Used as directed, a pea-sized amount for the face each evening, a 1 oz tube typically lasts about three months, and longer while you're still building up to nightly use.