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The Retinol 0.5 Oil
Sale price
£27.00
Regular price
£35.00
Advanced Retinol Oil for Youthful-looking Skin
COSRX’s The Retinol 0.5 Oil harnesses 0.5% pure retinol in a nourishing oil base with squalane and vitamin E to target deep wrinkles, uneven texture, and skin firmness loss. Suitable for all skin types, especially those acclimated to retinol, it delivers visible smoothing, strengthened resilience, and a luminous complexion over time.
Size : 20ml / 0.67fl. Oz
Concern & Benefits:
| Concern | Suitable | Key Benefit | Key Ingredient |
|---|---|---|---|
| Post-breakout marks | Yes | Smooths and firms skin | Retinol 0.5% |
| Loss of elasticity | Yes | Helps rebound & bounce | Retinol + Squalane |
| Uneven tone & rough skin | Yes | Refines texture | Retinol + Vitamin E |
| Enlarged pores | Yes | Minimizes appearance | Retinol + Squalane |
How to Use :
- Apply a small amount to clean, dry skin at night.
- Put one or two drops on your hand.
- Tap with it your fingers and gently massage into face, avoiding eyes and lips.
- Follow with moisturizer. Initially use 2–3 times a week, gradually increasing frequency to once a day, after 3 weeks, after building tolerance. Apply sunscreen during daytime.
- *Patch test recommended before facial use.
Product Fact:
| Info | Details |
|---|---|
| Volume | 20mL |
| Key Ingredients | 0.5% Pure retinol, Super Vitamin E(Tocotrienol), Squalane(Plant-Derived) |
| Clinically Proven | Yes (Sensitive skin irritation test, Primary skin irritation test) |
| Expiration | 36 months from manufacturing or 3 months after opening |
| Allergens |
Hypoallergenic tested |
Why COSRX?
| Feature | Retinol 0.5 Oil | Typical Retinol Formula |
|---|---|---|
| Retinol concentration | 0.5% pure, stabilized retinol | Lower (e.g., 0.2%–0.3%) |
| Target concerns/results | Deep wrinkles, loss of elasticity, rough texture, enlarged pores | Target fewer or shallower concerns |
| Texture & base | Silky oil formula with squalane and super-vitamin E | Often cream or serum base with fewer supportive oils |
| Suitable skin types/usage | Best for users accustomed to retinol; intermediate level care | May be beginner-level or less potent |
Squalane, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Di-C12-13 Alkyl Malate, Retinol(0.5%), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, BHT, Tocotrienols, Tocopherol, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone
