SkinMedica Retinol Complex - Monarch MD Medical Aesthetics by Double Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Eli Akbari MD, FRCSC
SkinMedica Retinol Complex - Monarch MD Medical Aesthetics by Double Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Eli Akbari MD, FRCSC
SkinMedica Retinol Complex - Monarch MD Medical Aesthetics by Double Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Eli Akbari MD, FRCSC
SkinMedica Retinol Complex - Monarch MD Medical Aesthetics by Double Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Eli Akbari MD, FRCSC
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SkinMedica Retinol Complex - Monarch MD Medical Aesthetics by Double Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Eli Akbari MD, FRCSC
SkinMedica Retinol Complex - Monarch MD Medical Aesthetics by Double Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Eli Akbari MD, FRCSC
SkinMedica Retinol Complex - Monarch MD Medical Aesthetics by Double Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Eli Akbari MD, FRCSC
SkinMedica Retinol Complex - Monarch MD Medical Aesthetics by Double Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Eli Akbari MD, FRCSC

SkinMedica Retinol Complex

$56.10 $66.00
Strength
Minus Plus
Formulation Profile
Scored 0 to 100 on a consistent scale across our catalogue
Potency
70
Anti-Aging
85
Hydration
30
Brightening
60
Gentleness
55
Evidence
80
Formulation profile is our editorial rating based on the product's actives and formulation, scored on a consistent 0 to 100 scale across our catalogue. It reflects what the formula is built to do, not a measurement of individual results.
Description

Smarter retinol, three forms of vitamin A in one.

Retinol Complex combines three vitamin-A derivatives in a sustained-release system, so the retinol works steadily through the night with far less of the irritation a single strong dose can cause. Over a few weeks it visibly smooths fine lines, refines rough texture, and evens out tone. Choose 0.25% to start or 0.5% to step up.

Why it is worth it
Retinol is the most proven anti-aging active there is, and the sustained-release delivery here gives you the results with better tolerance, so you can actually stay consistent. One tube lasts for months of nightly use.

How it compares
For an all-in-one daily option with gentler retinol, Daily Power Defense is easier going. For pure resurfacing power, this is SkinMedica's dedicated retinol. Pair it with TNS Advanced+ for firmness.

Best for: normal, combination, and aging skin ready to commit to a nightly retinol.
Not ideal for: very sensitive or reactive skin, or use during pregnancy.

How to use
Apply a pea-sized amount to clean, dry skin at night, a few nights a week to start, then build up. Wear sunscreen daily, since retinol increases sun sensitivity.

Directions

Apply a single pump in the evening after cleansing and toning and before applying your moisturizer.

Only use at night.

If you have never used a retinol product before, begin by limiting use to twice a week, gradually increasing frequency to every other night, and then advancing to each evening or as tolerated.

Caution: Do not use if you are pregnant, lactating or planning to become pregnant. Mild redness, peeling and irritation are expected when using this product.

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