Skin Rocks by Caroline Hirons | Retinoid 1 Vitamin A Face Serum Beginner Strength, fragrance-free treatment
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Retinoid 1 Duo

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Refill your radiance with our full-size retinoid and refill duos and save 26%.

Targets

Fine Lines and Wrinkles | Dullness | Breakouts | Uneven Skin Texture and Tone

Suited To

All skin types. Ideal for sensitive, congested skin and/or anyone showing initial signs of ageing
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Clinical Study

Our formula is clinically proven to...
  • Be suitable for sensitive skin.*
  • Reduce redness by 21%.**
  • Reduce hyperpigmentation by 21%.**
  • Reduce skin texture by 16%.**

*Based on an independent clinical patch test under dermatological supervision.
**Based on an independent clinical study involving 29 participants over 8 weeks.

About the product

Our entry level serum is your first port of call if you are just beginning your vitamin A journey and/or you are prone to sensitivity. At an active level of 0.2% hydroxypinacolone retinoate (HPR), fine lines, dark marks and breakouts will appear visibly reduced.

Enriched with retinoid boosters such as bakuchiol and soybean extract, as well as moisturising supplementary actives – squalane and vitamin E – your skin will feel nourished, while it renews itself.

All ingredients

Aqua (Water, Eau), Isononyl Isononanoate, Diisopropyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Glycerin, Squalane, Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ethylhexyl Isononanoate, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Bakuchiol, Cetyl Alcohol, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Extract, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Benzyl Alcohol, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Glyceryl Stearate, Polysilicone-11, HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Bidens Pilosa Extract, Polyisobutene, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Withania Somnifera Root Extract, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Hordeum Vulgare Extract (Extrait d'orge), Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Seed Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil, Bisabolol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Phytosterols, Citric Acid, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether, Sorbitan Isostearate, Phenethyl Alcohol.

How to use

Use in the PM, after cleansing and The Amplifier, up to 3 times a week. Massage 2-3 pumps onto the face. Allow to absorb before moving on to the next step in your routine. 

Initially, we recommend using Retinoid 1 twice a week, gradually building up to 3-4 times per week. If you are currently using an exfoliating acid product, we would recommend you use this and the retinoid in alternate routines. 

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Skin Rocks' Founder, Caroline Hirons holding Retinoid 1 against a rich blue background

CAROLINE SAYS

This is a brilliant entry serum if you have never used a retinoid, or have done previously and find them too strong.

Your skin will look brighter, smoother and more even, whilst fine lines, breakouts and dark spots will appear reduced.

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    How to Refill

    You’ve finished your product and received your Refill—what’s next?

    Step 1

    Unscrew the outer glass bottle, remove the lid and then untwist the existing inner Refill from the pump.

    Step 2

    Place the empty inner Refill bottle to one side and wash and dry your pump.

    Step 3

    Unscrew the lid on your new Refill, placing the lid to one side. Insert and tighten your new Refill bottle onto the clean pump, ensuring this is secure and tight enough that it doesn't move.

    Step 4

    Reattach the outer glass bottle.

    Step 5

    Wash, dry and recycle the empty inner Refill bottle and new refill cap as appropriate.

    FAQs

    You’ve got questions,
    We’ve got answers.

    What ACTIVE % of retinoid is in Retinoid 1/Retinoid 2?

    Skin Rocks Retinoid 1 contains 0.2% hydroxypinacolone retinoate. Skin Rocks Retinoid 2 contains 0.5% hydroxypinacolone retinoate & 0.05% retinal, meaning that the product contains a total of 0.55% active retinoid.

    Which Skin Rocks Retinoid is stronger? How are the Skin Rocks Retinoids different to each other?

    Skin Rocks Retinoid 1 & 2 differ due to the ACTIVE vitamin A system used. Retinoid 1 contains hydroxypinacolone retinoate (HPR), whereas Retinoid 2 contains HPR & retinal. Skin Rocks Retinoid 2 is currently the strongest variant we offer.

    Which Skin Rocks Retinoid should I buy?

    The Skin Rocks Retinoids have been developed as a series – you choose the most appropriate depending on your previous exposure to vitamin A products.

    Skin Rocks Retinoid 1 has been formulated for beginners, or those with concerns around sensitivity: those who have not used retinoids previously/have used low-strength retinoids irregularly in the past.

    Skin Rocks Retinoid 2 has been formulated for intermediate users: those who have regularly used mid/high strength retinoids in the past, with no issues with sensitivity. If a user has been using high strength retinoids/actives previously, Retinoid 2 is sufficient for maintaining results. Retinoid 1 is suitable for those with sensitive skin, while Retinoid 2 is not. You should not use a retinoid if you have experienced previous vitamin A irritation. You should always patch test before using a new product.

    How do I know when to move on to a higher strength Retinoid?

    Please wait at least 4 weeks for your skin to acclimatise to any product. We recommend using our retinoid products for at least 12 weeks before moving onto a higher strength.

    Are there any shipping restrictions for Retinoids?

    Yes, we cannot ship our Retinoids to Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and UAE.

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