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The Retinol 0.5 Oil

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15 of 61 ingredients flagged

Silicone
Dimethicone
Fungal acne trigger
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Sorbitan Isostearate, Myristic Acid, Lauric Acid, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
Pregnancy caution
Retinol
Potential irritant
Retinol
Strong active
Retinol, Ascorbic Acid

Key ingredientsSqualane, Retinol, Panthenol (B5), Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin C derivative, Hyaluronic Acid

Ingredients

In label order. Tap one to learn what it does.

  1. 1Squalane

    Lightweight, skin-identical oil that softens without feeling greasy.

  2. 2Glycine Soja (Soybean) OilFungal acne trigger

    Nourishing oil, moderately comedogenic.

  3. 3Di-C12-13 Alkyl Malate
  4. 4RetinolStrong activePregnancy cautionPotential irritant

    Gold-standard vitamin A. Speeds cell turnover for smoother, clearer, younger-looking skin. Start slow.

  5. 5Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

    Light emollient from coconut. Generally fungal-acne friendly.

  6. 6BHT

    Protects the formula from going off.

  7. 7Tocotrienols
  8. 8Tocopherol

    Antioxidant that protects skin and the formula.

  9. 9Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil
  10. 10Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone
  11. 11Water

    The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.

  12. 12Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

    Light emollient from coconut. Generally fungal-acne friendly.

  13. 13Propanediol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  14. 14Glycerin

    A skincare MVP. Draws water into skin and supports the barrier.

  15. 15Tocopheryl Acetate

    Antioxidant that protects skin and the formula.

  16. 16Cetearyl Alcohol

    A waxy, moisturizing "good alcohol". Not drying at all.

  17. 17Trehalose

    Sugar that helps skin hold water under stress.

  18. 18Panthenol

    Pro-vitamin B5. Hydrates, soothes and helps skin repair.

  19. 19Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

    Rich, nourishing plant butter. Great for dry skin.

  20. 20Glycine Soja (Soybean) OilFungal acne trigger

    Nourishing oil, moderately comedogenic.

  21. 21Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer

    Gives the product its texture.

  22. 22DimethiconeSilicone

    Silicone that gives a silky finish and a breathable moisture barrier.

  23. 23Glyceryl Polymethacrylate
  24. 24Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed OilFungal acne trigger

    A nourishing plant oil that softens and protects skin.

  25. 25Polyglyceryl-10 StearateFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

  26. 26Hydrogenated Lecithin

    Skin-softening phospholipid that helps deliver ingredients.

  27. 27Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

    Gives the product its texture.

  28. 28Carbomer

    Gives the product its texture.

  29. 29Tromethamine

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

  30. 30Glyceryl StearateFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

  31. 31Polysilicone-11
  32. 32Sodium Sulfite
  33. 33Tocopherol

    Antioxidant that protects skin and the formula.

  34. 34Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract

    A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.

  35. 35RetinolStrong activePregnancy cautionPotential irritant

    Gold-standard vitamin A. Speeds cell turnover for smoother, clearer, younger-looking skin. Start slow.

  36. 36Allantoin

    Soothes, softens and supports healing.

  37. 37Glyceryl Caprylate
  38. 38Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax
  39. 39Tocotrienols
  40. 40Stearic AcidFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

  41. 41Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate

    Helps oil and water mix into a smooth emulsion.

  42. 42Palmitic AcidFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

  43. 43Disodium EDTA

    Grabs metal ions so the formula stays stable.

  44. 44Ethylhexylglycerin

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  45. 45Adenosine

    Smooths the look of wrinkles and calms skin.

  46. 46Sorbitan IsostearateFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

  47. 47Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil
  48. 48BHT

    Protects the formula from going off.

  49. 49Beta-Carotene
  50. 50Myristic AcidFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

  51. 51Lauric AcidFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

  52. 52Ascorbic AcidStrong active

    The most researched vitamin C. Brightens, fades dark spots and boosts collagen. Can tingle.

  53. 53Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed OilFungal acne trigger

    A nourishing plant oil that softens and protects skin.

  54. 543-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

    A stable, gentle form of vitamin C for brightness and antioxidant protection.

  55. 55Glutathione
  56. 56Sodium Hyaluronate

    Holds many times its weight in water for plump, bouncy hydration.

  57. 571,2-Hexanediol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  58. 58Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

    Holds many times its weight in water for plump, bouncy hydration.

  59. 59Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

    Holds many times its weight in water for plump, bouncy hydration.

  60. 60Hyaluronic Acid

    Holds many times its weight in water for plump, bouncy hydration.

  61. 61Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate

    Holds many times its weight in water for plump, bouncy hydration.