advanced retinol gel 0.5%

Coming back in stock in mid-September 2026. Sign up below to be notified! Take your retinol results to the next level with Advanced Retinol Gel 0.5%. Made with an increased percent of our Tri-Retinoid Comfort Complex™ to smooth the look of fine lines, improve the appearance of uneven texture, and help skin feel firmer. The formula is clinically tested for sensitive skin and buffered with aloe, cica, and squalane to help prevent excessive dryness and deliver powerful results with increased comfort.

If you’re new to retinol we recommend trying our Beginner Retinol Gel, 0.1% first.

1 fl oz

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IDEAL FOR

congested or breakout-prone skin

This serum treats acne, blackheads, and clogged pores. Balanced with hydrating ingredients to ensure a clear complexion without irritation or dryness.

0.5% Tri-Retinoid Comfort Complex ™ - delivers three types of retinoids (0.25% retinol, 0.125% retinal encapsulated, 0.125% granactive retinoid) at different speeds to delivers powerful results with increased comfort.

aloe - provides light hydration to prevent excessive dryness and helps soothe skin

cica - also known as centella asiatica, this is an ultra-soothing herb that's known to calm redness and irritation

squalane - helps support the skin barrier while preventing moisture loss

Full IL:

water/eau, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, glycerin, glycine soja (soybean) oil, hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, caprylic/capric triglyceride, coco-caprylate/caprate, c14-22 alcohols, fructooligosaccharides, dimethyl isosorbide, glyceryl caprylate, pentylene glycol, squalane, retinol, hydroxypinacolone retinoate (1), retinal (2), tocopherol (3), centella asiatica extract* (3), allantoin, beta vulgaris (beet) root extract (extrait de racine de betterave), sodium hyaluronate, tamarindus indica seed polysaccharide, potassium lactate, cellulose, sorbitan isostearate, propanediol, tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, c12-20 alkyl glucoside, caprylhydroxamic acid, lactic acid, potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate, citric acid, sodium hydroxide.

*organic

(1) granactive retinoid

(2) encapsulated retinal

(3) cica

• Helps skin feel smoother and appear firmer
• Softens the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
• Improves the look of uneven tone and texture
• Reduces the appearance of breakouts
• Encourages surface cell turnover to promote a healthy glow

WHEN: Introduce 2-3 times per week at night to start and increase use as tolerated.

WHAT ORDER:
Cleanser
Toner (optional)
Advanced Retinol Gel
Serum(s)
Moisturizer

HOW MUCH: apply a pea size amount of retinol to dry skin

WHERE: Face and neck.

WITH WHAT: After using Advanced Retinol Gel, we love to apply Ceramide Barrier Serum and Resurrection Polypeptide Cream to further boost hydration and skin-firming benefits. During the daytime, always wear SPF.

WHAT TO AVOID: Avoid using a leave-on exfoliant in the same nighttime routine when using retinol.