SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 1 fl oz (30 mL) tube

SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 at a glance: lightweight cream texture for normal, oily and combination skin

SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 key ingredients: 0.5% retinol and a soothing complex

Model applying SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 to the forehead: stimulates cell turnover and improves the appearance of wrinkles

SkinCeuticals retinol cream comparison chart: Retinol 0.3, Retinol 0.5 and Retinol 1.0 by concern, skin type and benefit

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SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5

Name: SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5
Brand: SkinCeuticals
SKU: 883140024705
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An intermediate 0.5% pure retinol night cream that visibly reduces fine lines, wrinkles and discoloration and refines pores in skin already used to retinol.

Product Info

SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 – An intermediate-strength night cream with 0.5% pure retinol that promotes cell turnover to visibly reduce fine lines, wrinkles and discoloration, refine pores and minimize the look of blemishes.

0.5% pure retinol, stabilized and delivered for a steady, even release overnight
Promotes cellular turnover to improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and discoloration
Refines the look of pores and helps minimize the appearance of blemishes
A soothing complex of bisabolol (from chamomile) and boswellia serrata (from frankincense) helps minimize retinol-associated irritation
Non-comedogenic, fragrance-free, paraben-free and dye-free, in potency-preserving packaging
The middle step of SkinCeuticals' retinol ladder, for skin already conditioned with Retinol 0.3

Who benefits? Retinol users ready to step up from a beginner strength who want more visible improvement in lines, wrinkles, uneven tone and pores, with dry, normal, oily or combination skin.

How to Use

Step 1: In the evening, cleanse and pat skin completely dry.
Step 2: Dispense a pea-sized amount onto clean fingertips.
Step 3: Apply to the face, avoiding the eye area, and let it absorb before applying other products.
Step 4: Follow with moisturizer.
Step 5: Start once or twice a week, increase to every other night, then use nightly as tolerated.
Step 6: Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen every morning.

Caution: For external use only. Retinol may increase sun sensitivity; use sunscreen daily and limit sun exposure. Not recommended if pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding. Avoid the eye area. Some dryness, flaking or redness can occur; reduce frequency if it persists and discontinue use if irritation is severe.

Ingredients

Key Ingredients: Acrylamide Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer, Allyl Methacrylates Crosspolymer, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Bht, Bisabolol, Boswellia Serrata Extract, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Dimethiconol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Isopropyl Myristate, Polysorbate 80, Propanediol, Propyl Gallate, Retinol, Sorbitan Oleate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate

Full Ingredients: Aqua Water Eau, Propanediol, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Alcohol Denat., Dipropylene Glycol, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Allyl Methacrylates Crosspolymer, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Isohexadecane, Retinol, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Isopropyl Myristate, Sodium Citrate, Boswellia Serrata Gum, Polysorbate 80, Dimethiconol, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Bisabolol, BHT, Sorbitan Oleate, Citric Acid, Propyl Gallate. 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: 883140024705
Type: Retinoids

Ideal for these Concerns: Acne & Breakouts, Dark Spots & Hyperpigmentation, Fine Lines & Wrinkles, Large Pores, Uneven Texture

Help Center?

Retinol Night Cream

The Next Step in Visible Renewal

Suited for:

Dry, normal, oily and combination skin conditioned to retinol

Target concerns:

Fine lines, wrinkles, discoloration, pores

Benefits:

Renews, smooths, evens, refines

When to use:

Evening, after cleansing; build up to nightly

The Step-Up Retinol

Why You'll Love It

More visible renewal for skin that has outgrown a beginner retinol, with the same comfort-focused formula.

Stronger, Still Gentle

A higher strength than Retinol 0.3, with a soothing complex designed to minimize retinol-associated irritation.

Lines and Wrinkles

Promotes cellular turnover to diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles over time.

More Even Tone

Improves the appearance of discoloration and age spots for a more uniform complexion.

Refined Pores

Refines the look of pores and helps minimize the appearance of blemishes in a non-comedogenic base.

Pure Retinol + Soothing Complex

Key Ingredients

0.5% Retinol

Cell Turnover

Pure retinol is a vitamin A derivative that promotes cellular turnover. At 0.5%, stabilized for a steady, even release, it diminishes the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and discoloration, refines the look of pores and helps minimize the appearance of blemishes.

Skin Calming

Bisabolol

Derived from chamomile, bisabolol is part of the formula's soothing complex, helping to keep skin comfortable as it works with a stronger retinol.

Soothing Botanical

Boswellia Serrata

Derived from frankincense, boswellia serrata completes the soothing complex that SkinCeuticals uses to help minimize retinol-associated irritation.

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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Should I start with Retinol 0.5 or Retinol 0.3?

If you have never used retinol, start with Retinol 0.3. SkinCeuticals designed Retinol 0.5 for skin that has already been conditioned with 0.3. Once you are comfortable with 0.5 used nightly, you can consider Retinol 1.0, the most advanced strength.

Can I use it every night?

Yes, once your skin has worked up to it. Start with once or twice a week, move to every other night, then nightly as tolerated. Applying a barrier-supporting moisturizer such as Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2 over it can help with dryness.

How long until I see results?

SkinCeuticals says visible results typically take 12 to 24 weeks of consistent use. Texture and pores often look smoother sooner, while fine lines, wrinkles and discoloration improve gradually over that period.

Can I use it while pregnant or breastfeeding?

No. As a precaution, SkinCeuticals does not recommend retinol for anyone who is pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding. Ask your physician or our providers about alternatives.

Where does it go in my routine?

In the evening, after cleansing and any antioxidant serum, followed by moisturizer. Let it absorb before applying other products, avoid the eye area, and wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen every morning because retinol can increase sun sensitivity. Don't layer it with other retinoids or strong exfoliating acids on the same night.

How long does a tube last?

You only need a pea-sized amount for the whole face, so a 30 mL tube typically lasts about three months at nightly use, and longer while you are still building up.