this moisturizer contains an effective form of Retinoids (vitamin A): retinal 0.10% (declared). Retinoids are potent multitasking actives. They work to improve and prevent early signs of aging, reduce hyperpigmentation (age spots and post-acne marks), and prevent inflamed blemishes and clogged pores. The downside of Retinoids is that they can be irritating. If you are not already using a Retinoid in your routine, it is best to start slowly and apply the Retinoid product only a few times per week. If your skin tolerates it well, you can gradually increase the frequency to daily. Because of the irritation risk of Retinoids, we recommend to have another, retinoid-free moisturizer in your routine to use on the alternate days or when your skin feels dry.
We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (oleoyl tetrapeptide-31 0.45% - 0.70% and oleoyl dipeptide-15 0.55% - 0.80%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.

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Anti-aging

What does the product description say?

Tackle the most stubborn wrinkles with the Avène Retrin AL ADVANCED Wrinkle Corrector ; an intense correcting fluid that works on the deepest of lines.

Source: Lookfantastic US

This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains retinal.

These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: oleoyl dipeptide-15, oleoyl tetrapeptide-31.

Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.

retinal 0.1%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

One step removed from the biologically active in skin form of vitamin A. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinal is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. Concentrations of 0.05% and 0.1% are shown to be effective. It can, however, be irritating

oleoyl tetrapeptide-31 0.45% - 0.7%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

oleoyl dipeptide-15 0.55% - 0.8%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: MEDIUM

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

Evens skin tone

What does the product description say?

Benefits Retrin AL 0.1 Intensive Cream RENEWS Visibly smoothes and reduces the appearance of deep wrinkles and furrows Skin appears plump and firm with even skin tone while brightening the skin DEFENDS Provides antioxidant protection and helps neutralize free radicals

Source: Avene USA

This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: retinal.

Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.

retinal 0.1%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Moisturizing

What does the product description say?

Complete with a soothing blend of Hyaluronic acid and Thermal Spring Water, the anti-ageing gel delivers a veil of essential moisture to skin, leaving the complexion soft and calm.

Source: Lookfantastic US

This product can help soften the skin and reduce its moisture loss with emollients and occlusives: caprylic/capric triglyceride, oenothera biennis oil.

Keep in mind that this product does not contain effective ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. This is why an additional product with humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid can be helpful (apply it before this product for the best results).

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: oleoyl dipeptide-15, oleoyl tetrapeptide-31

oenothera biennis oil 0.65% - 1%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function

oleoyl tetrapeptide-31 0.45% - 0.7%

Irritation risk:

Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

triethylhexanoin 8.8% - 10.8%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

Anti-blemish

This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: retinal. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.

retinal 0.1%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: HIGH

oenothera biennis oil 0.65% - 1%

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Concentration: Effectiveness: LOW

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function

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oenothera biennis oil 0.65% - 1%

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Works for: Moisturizing, Anti-oxidation, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-blemish

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can support skin barrier function

retinal 0.1%

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Works for: Evens skin tone, Anti-aging, Anti-blemish

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retinal 0.1%

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Works for: Evens skin tone, Anti-aging, Anti-blemish

triethylhexanoin 8.8% - 10.8%

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Works for: Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

Comodogenic ingredients

ceteareth-20 3.4% - 4.2%

Irritation risk: Comedogenicity: Medium

Works for: Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties

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water 45% - 55%

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Plain old water

triethylhexanoin 8.8% - 10.8%

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Works for: Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

cyclopentasiloxane 5% - 6.2%

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Works for: Moisturizing, Mattifying

A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin

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Water, Triethylhexanoin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ceteareth-20, Polymethyl methacrylate, Ceteareth-33, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Benzoic acid, Bht, Caramel, Disodium edta, Mica, Oenothera biennis oil, Oleoyl dipeptide-15, Oleoyl tetrapeptide-31, Phenoxyethanol, Ci 17200, Retinal, Silica, Sodium hydroxide, Titanium dioxide, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl glucoside

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Key ingredients	retinal oleoyl dipeptide-15 +6 more	Common: retinal Other: adenosine ceramide np +7 more	Common: oleoyl dipeptide-15 oleoyl tetrapeptide-31 +2 more Other: paraffinum liquidum squalane	Common: caprylic/capric triglyceride Other: betaine butyrospermum parkii butter +3 more	Common: retinal caprylic/capric triglyceride +1 more Other: paraffinum liquidum glycerin	Common: retinal triethylhexanoin Other: niacinamide ceramide np +17 more	Common: retinal caprylic/capric triglyceride Other: colloidal oatmeal niacinamide +14 more	Common: retinal caprylic/capric triglyceride +2 more Other: tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate palmitoyl tripeptide-5 +6 more	Common: retinal caprylic/capric triglyceride Other: panthenol glycerin +4 more	Common: retinal caprylic/capric triglyceride Other: bakuchiol tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate +16 more	Common: retinal caprylic/capric triglyceride Other: ergothioneine glycerin +1 more	Common: retinal caprylic/capric triglyceride Other: ceramide eop ceramide np +12 more
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Potential Irritants	retinal Has skin benefit? ci 17200 Has skin benefit? +7 more	retinal Has skin benefit? disodium edta Has skin benefit? +3 more	retinal Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +8 more	trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate Has skin benefit? benzoic acid Has skin benefit? +8 more	retinal Has skin benefit? propylene glycol Has skin benefit? +10 more	raspberry ketone Has skin benefit? lonicera caprifolium flower extract Has skin benefit? +14 more	symphytum officinale leaf extract Has skin benefit? retinal Has skin benefit? +17 more	chamomilla recutita flower extract Has skin benefit? retinal Has skin benefit? +4 more	lonicera caprifolium flower extract Has skin benefit? lonicera japonica flower extract Has skin benefit? +9 more	retinal Has skin benefit? benzyl alcohol Has skin benefit? +8 more	retinal Has skin benefit? ethylhexylglycerin Has skin benefit? +2 more	lonicera caprifolium flower extract Has skin benefit? gardenia florida fruit extract Has skin benefit? +22 more
All ingredients	water Has skin benefit? triethylhexanoin Has skin benefit? +22 more	water Has skin benefit? cetyl ethylhexanoate Has skin benefit? +19 more	water Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? +21 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +29 more	water Has skin benefit? paraffinum liquidum Has skin benefit? +18 more	water Has skin benefit? butylene glycol Has skin benefit? +44 more	water Has skin benefit? squalane Has skin benefit? +57 more	cyclopentasiloxane Has skin benefit? dimethicone crosspolymer Has skin benefit? +17 more	water Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? +20 more	water Has skin benefit? glycerin Has skin benefit? +30 more	water Has skin benefit? butylene glycol Has skin benefit? +11 more	water Has skin benefit? caprylic/capric triglyceride Has skin benefit? +55 more

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Avène Retrinal 0.1 Intensive Professional Cream

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Anti-blemish

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