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Paula's Choice CLINICAL 1% Retinol Treatment

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Paula's Choice CLINICAL 1% Retinol Treatment

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$58.00
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  • A Potent Blend Of Four Peptides, And Vitamin C Help Skin Look And Feel More Youthful
  • Softens Lines And Wrinkles, Minimizes Pores
  • Gluten-Free

How to use

  • Limit initial use to three times per week, gradually increasing frequency to every other night, and then to each evening as tolerated.
    -Apply a pea-size portion to your face after cleansing and toning.
    -Carefully avoid your lips and eyes (including eyelids and eye corners).
    -Can be used on orbital bone perimeter if desired.
  • Please note:
    -Some people may experience a delayed sensitized reaction to one percent retinol. Do not assume that if no reaction is seen after a few applications that you can apply this product more frequently. Pay close attention to how your skin responds, and adjust usage accordingly.
    -If sensitization occurs (redness, flaking, tenderness, or drying of skin), reduce frequency of use or mix one pump of CLINICAL 1% Retinol Treatment with your favorite Paula’s Choice serum or PM moisturizer (each sold separately).
    -If sensitization persists, discontinue use.
    -Protect your skin daily with sunscreen rated SPF 30 or greater.

Ingredients

-Retinol (Vitamin A) 1%: A potent, slow-release concentration that visibly improves signs of aging.
-Oat, Willow Bark, and Licorice Extracts: Soothe the skin to visibly address redness and other signs of sensitivity.
-Quadruple Peptide Blend: Complements high-strength retinol, promoting strong, visibly firm skin.

Water (Aqua), Dimethicone, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Isononyl Isononanoate, Castor Isostearate Succinate, Glyceryl Stearate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, PEG-33, Polysorbate 20, Behenyl Alcohol, PEG-100 Stearate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Retinol, Ceramide NG, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Arctium Lappa (Burdock) Root Extract, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Glycine Soja Sterols, Lecithin, Allantoin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Sorbitan Laurate, Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester, Disodium EDTA, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium Hydroxide (pH adjuster), Tribehenin, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pentylene Glycol, PEG-75 Shea Butter Glycerides, PPG-12/SMDI Copolymer, PEG-10 Phytosterol, PEG-8 Dimethicone, PEG-14, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Arachidyl Glucoside, Arachidyl Alcohol, Sclerotium Gum, Carbomer, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic Acid.

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Highlights

With Retinol

Fragrance free

Good for: Anti-aging

Good for: Loss of firmness

Good for: Dullness/Uneven Texture

Best for dry, combo, normal skin

About this item

An advanced formula with high-strength, one percent retinol and skin-supportive peptides to address visible signs of aging like wrinkles, large pores, and discoloration. For normal, dry, combination, and oily skin types. Helps with fine lines, wrinkles, pores, and loss of firmness and elasticity. Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, and triclosan.

It is also gluten-free and cruelty-free. In this advanced cream, pure one percent retinol, a potent blend of four peptides, and vitamin C help skin look and feel more youthful. The sheer, lightweight formula visibly improves skin's resilience, softens lines and wrinkles, minimizes pores, and fades the look of discoloration over time.

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Customer Reviews

Based on 662 reviews
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Mishka
Dont waste your money - product 1/3 full

Never written a review before. This product is money in the bin. I used 7 times - every second day on face and neck. Ran out after two weeks. Opened container - empty. Wasted good money. Very disappointed and feel very ripped off by Paulas Choice.
Same happend with Vit C - lasted 2 weeks.
Overpriced for false advertising on volume of product.

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Ouch, My Face
Awful burn with one use

I used this retinol product once and it gave me a terrible red burn that lasted days. My face felt like it was on fire, it broke out into a patchy rash, and then my face started to peel off in flakes and chunks. At least with COVID I could hide most of my face behind a mask, but certainly not all of it. Even light pressure from the mask hurt. I was using a retinol from a different company before this without issue, but I'd rather have fine lines and wrinkles than use this product ever again. I'd give it no stars if I could.

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Vickie
I have used many others. This is the best !

I have been using for almost two months.I really like the results. Some peeling but that is to be expected.

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Michelle
NOT WORTH IT

Burns my skin. No results after more than a month of using.

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Terri
Gives results but be careful.

I am 53 and take care of my skin. I do not have sensitive skin. My advice is do not exceed the recommended usage. Since I'm not sensitive I used it every night and I regret it. My face is so sensitive now. Everything I apply burns. I will stop for a week and start again slowly. It is really a good product, just take it seriously and don't over use it. Even with my skin being tender, my face feels soft and the lines on my upper cheeks and mouth area look softer. I will continue to use it.

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Katie
Burning and peeling :(

I tried using this product once a week for the past two months and every time I used it I ended up with a burning sensation (especially around my eyes, despite not applying the product anywhere near there) and my skin peeling off in thin layers -- this lasts for around 3-5 days. I think this product may be too strong for my skin or perhaps I am using it wrong? I wash my face with a cleanser, apply PC niacinamide toner, moisturizer + hyaluronic acid booster, and then I apply a thin layer of retinol. Is this reaction normal when introducing retinol into a routine, because honestly, if thats the case I am not sure I can handle it for much longer. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to use the product? Or recommendations for a weaker retinol?

This product was reviewed on paulaschoice.com

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LYB410
Smooth Skin

I just switched from a previous skincare line and now using nothing but Paulas Choice Skincare products and im so loving my skin. Im just regretting not switching sooner. I suffer from very dry skin plus i have KP on the cheeks of my face and starting to show some fine lines. I love this retinol. I use it every other night along with the retinol ceramide eye cream. I rotate night between this and the AHA 10% and I honestly say just in weeks my skin has gotten brighter and smoother. I literally cant wait to do my skincare routine am/pm..
ill never use anything else but Paulas Choice, it really works!!

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Jbcindy
Game changer

I have sensitive skin so it took me a few weeks to adjust but now I love the results and can tell the difference when I use this at night. It doesn't cause breakouts. Definitely notice smoother skin. Have repurchased 3x.

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aly marie
I would never buy this again.

This product made my roseca worse and came off in little bits as if a layer of my skin was coming off. Also made dark spots APPEAR as if I was in the sun in the middle of FALL in MA. so mad I wasted so much money on something that doesn't work a bit. Do not buy.

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Michelle
Repurchased Countless Times

I've used this product for many years and as a 49 year old without a wrinkle in sight I can tell you I'll be repurchasing for years to come. Outstanding formula and results. My skin is plump, bouncy and youthful looking. Be patient and consistent with it and you will not be disappointed!

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