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Retinoid 1 Refill

Vitamin A Face Serum
$93.00
$135.00 $93.00

30ml

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Maintain your results and save 31% with our Retinoid 1 refill, our beginner-strength serum suitable for sensitive skin.

Targets

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

Suited To

All skin types
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You need this if:

You are new to retinoids and/or have sensitive skin.

You don't need this if:

Your skin is used to higher-strength retinoids.

Clinical Studies and Consumer Trials

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

Running low? Ideal for beginners, this is a refill of our entry-level vitamin A serum that targets signs of ageing, including fine lines and wrinkles, dullness, uneven skin tone, texture and breakouts.

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.

Recycling Information

Bottle/Cap: Our plastic bottles and caps are readily recyclable.
Please rinse prior to disposal.

Carton/Leaflet: Our carton card and internal leaflet are FSC certified and widely recyclable.

Skin Rocks by Caroline Hirons | Diagram showing product packaging materials: Plastic (PP) and Card components
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CAROLINE SAYS

This is a brilliant entry-level serum if you are new to retinoids, have sensitive skin, or if you’ve found other starter retinoids too strong.

It’s gentle, highly effective and a great place to start with vitamin A — giving you brighter, smoother, more radiant skin and reducing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, breakouts and hyperpigmentation.

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Key Ingredients

Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (HPR)

A gentle yet effective retinoid that targets fine lines, wrinkles, breakouts, skin texture and hyperpigmentation.

Bakuchiol and Soybean Extract

Retinoid boosters that help to bolster results whilst soothing and protecting the skin.

Squalane and Vitamin E

Conditioning agents that support the skin barrier while soothing and nourishing the skin.

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Hear what people are saying.

  • "Great way to have more product and less packaging!

    Lovely retinol, made my skin so much clearer!"

  • "This has been a game changer for me.

    My skin has improved immensely. The fine lines are less visible and my skin is feeling a lot softer and smoother. I have had no sensitivity as promised and I'm considering going onto retinoid 2 after this has finished."

  • "My Desert Island Product.

    This is a repeat purchase of mine and is a permanent part of my routine. I use it three nights a week and it makes my skin look refreshed and it glows. Also, my lines have definitely softened. It’s great as I’ve never been able to tolerate other vitamin A / retinol products before. It’s fantastic to be able to get such amazing results without having a bad reaction for the first time. This product is worth every penny. I also appreciate being able to buy refills which not only saves me money but is also better for the environment."

  • "Great entry product.

    Does not break me out. I love that I can buy a refill."

  • "This is a great product for those of us who are new to Retinoids and it's great that it can be refilled."

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 percentage of retinoid is in Retinoid 1/2/3?

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. Skin Rocks Retinoid 3 contains 0.21% retinal, plus 0.5% adapinoid.

What’s the difference between Skin Rocks Retinoids 1, 2 and 3 and which one should I buy?

Retinoid 1 is our entry-level serum, Retinoid 2 is intermediate-strength, and Retinoid 3 is our strongest retinoid. Please refer to the individual product pages for details on ingredients.

Skin Rocks Retinoid 1 has been formulated for beginners or those with concerns around sensitivity. This includes those who have not used retinoids previously, or those who have used low-strength retinoids irregularly in the past. Retinoid 1 is suitable for those with sensitive skin, while Retinoids 2 and 3 are not.

Retinoid 2 is formulated for intermediate users, including those who have used low- or mid-strength retinoids without sensitivity and want to level up, and those who have previously used high-strength retinoids and want to maintain results.

People with advanced concerns may also start with Retinoid 2 for faster results, provided they are not sensitive and have completed a patch test.

Retinoid 3 is formulated for advanced users, including those who regularly use high-strength retinoids without sensitivity and wish to maintain results, and those using mid-strength retinoids without sensitivity who want to level up their results.

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 on to a higher strength.

Can I use my refill without the pump?

No. It is essential to have the pump mechanism screwed onto the refill to dispense the product correctly, not waste any product, and protect the formula.

Can I use my refill interchangeably with either Retinoid bottle?

In theory, yes, but we advise you not to do this. For example, if you have purchased a Retinoid 1 and
want to purchase a Retinoid 2 Refill, we recommend not mixing the packaging to prevent cross-contamination of formulas.

Are there any shipping restrictions for Retinoids?

Yes, we cannot ship our Retinoids to Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and UAE. (Retinoid 3 is also not available to ship to Canada).

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