Paula's Choice

CLINICAL 1% Retinol Treatment

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SUITABLE FOR

Acne, All skin types, Dry Skin, Enlarged pores, Hyperpigmentation, Mature Skin, Normal Skin, Scars, Uneven skin texture, Wrinkles

DEPARTMENT

Face

TYPE OF PRODUCT

Serum and Oil, Specialcare

Description
Effective for: Anti-aging; wrinkles; acne breakouts; brown spots.
- Contains the highest concentration of stabilized retinol available without a...
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Effective for: Anti-aging; wrinkles; acne breakouts; brown spots.
- Contains the highest concentration of stabilized retinol available without a prescription.
- Improves skin's firmness and elasticity.
- Smooths deep wrinkles and fine lines.
- Reduces dark spots and uneven skin tone.
- Refines pore size and skin texture.
- Reduces breakouts.
- Helps fade red marks from past breakouts and prevent new breakouts.
- Contains antioxidants to repair and soothing ingredients to reduce irritation.
- 100% fragrance- and colorant-free.
Tips!
- Can be worn under or over moisturizer.
- May be combined with any prescription retinoid product, including Renova, Retin-A, Refissa, Differin, Tazorac, or Avita. Discontinue or reduce frequency of use if irritation develops or persists.
- Despite the many benefits retinol has, there is no single best anti-aging ingredient for skin. The retinol in this product is combined with other anti-aging ingredients for optimal results. The antioxidants and skin-repairing ingredients in this formula were chosen for their well-researched track records and history of being able to improve multiple signs of aging. We've also included potent anti-irritants to ensure compatibility with sensitive skin.
- Remember, not everyone's skin will be able to tolerate a high percentage of retinol, especially if you're already using a prescription retinoid or other skin-care products that contain retinol.
Usage
When first using, apply no more than three times per week, at night. Increase frequency to every other night and, finally, every evening as tolerated. Regardless of how often it is used, apply a pea-sized amount after cleansing and toning. Avoid the lips, direct contact with the eye, and corners of the eyes. You may apply up to the orbital bone of the eye area. For best results and to reduce the risk of irritation, it is best when used with our cleanser, toner, serum, and daytime and nighttime moisturizers.
If irritation occurs, reduce frequency of use or mix one pump of this retinol treatment with your favorite Paula's Choice serum or moisturizer. If irritation persists, discontinue use. Protect skin with sunscreen rated SPF 25 or greater daily or layer sunscreens (moisturizer, foundation with sunscreen, and pressed powder with sunscreen) if they are all rated SPF 15 or greater (and greater is better). Do not apply at the same time as an AHA or BHA exfoliant; your exfoliant may be applied in the morning.
Contents
Aqua, Dimethicone (silicone slip agent), Glycerin (skin-repairing ingredient), Butylene Glycol (slip agent/penetration enhancer), Isononyl Isononanoate (emollient), Castor Isostearate Succinate (skin conditioning agent), Glyceryl Stearate (emulsifier), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (thickener), Dimethicone Crosspolymer (silicone thickener/texture enhancer), PEG-33 (binding agent), Polysorbate 20 (emulsifier), Behenyl Alcohol (fatty alcohol thickener), Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (vitamin C/antioxidant), PEG-100 Stearate (thickener), Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate (binding agent), Polymethylsilsesquioxane (silicone-based opacyfying agent), Retinol (cell-communicating ingredient), Ceramide NS (skin-repairing ingredient), Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 (cell-communicating ingredient), Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 (cell-communicating ingredient), Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 (cell-communicating ingredient), (skin-repairing ingredient), Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate (antioxidant plant extract/anti-irritant), Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract (antioxidant plant extract/anti-irritant), Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract (antioxidant plant extract/anti-irritant), Arctium Lappa (Burdock) Root Extract (antioxidant plant extract/anti-irritant), Salix Alba (Willow) Root Extract (antioxidant plant extract/anti-irritant), Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols (antioxidants/skin-conditioning agent), Lecithin (cell-communicating ingredient), Allantoin (anti-irritant), Tocopheryl Acetate (vitamin E/antioxidant), Hydrolized Soy Protein (antioxidant), Sorbitan Laurate (emulsifier), Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester (anti-irritant), Disodium EDTA (stabilizer), Hydroxyethylcellulose (thickener), Sodium Hydroxide (pH adjuster), Tribehenin (emollient), Caprylyl Glycol (skin-conditioning agent), Ethylhexylglycerin (skin conditioning agent), Pentylene Glycol (slip agent), PEG-75 Shea Butter Glycerides (emollient), PPG-12/SMDI Copolymer (film-forming agent), PEG-10 Phytosterol (fatty acid-based thickener), PEG-8 Dimethicone (silicon-based skin-conditioning agent), PEG-14 (thickener), Magnesium Aluminum Silicate (slip agent), Arachidyl Glycoside (emulsifier), Sclerotium Gum (thickener), Arachidyl Alcohol (thickener), Benzoic Acid (preservative), Carbomer (gel based thickener), Phenoxyethanol (preservative).