CAROLINE HIRONS 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.

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

Clinicals

Clinically proven to...
Be suitable for sensitive skin.*
Redness reduced by 21%.**
Visible pigmentation reduced by 21%.**
Visible texture reduced by 16%.**

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

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Retinoid 1 Refill

€70,00
€70,00

30ml

Maintain your results and save £10 with our Retinoid 1 refill, our beginner-strength serum suitable for sensitive skin.
Select: 30ml 30ml Refill

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Targets

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

Suited To

All skin types

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.

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.

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 it works

Encourages the skin to renew itself and helps promote collagen and elastin production, while simultaneously conditioning to reveal a smooth, even complexion.

How to use

Use in the PM, after cleansing. Apply a few pumps of the serum across your face and lightly massage it into the skin. Allow to absorb and follow with your moisturiser, if preferred. Use sun protection during the day.

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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CAROLINE HIRONS 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.

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

Clinicals

Clinically proven to...
Be suitable for sensitive skin.*
Redness reduced by 21%.**
Visible pigmentation reduced by 21%.**
Visible texture reduced by 16%.**

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

  • "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."

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

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.

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.

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.

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