101 Gentle Retinoid

Q: Is 101 Gentle Retinoid suitable for sensitive skin?

Absolutely! The 101 Gentle Retinoid is a retinoid cream specifically designed with sensitive skin in mind. Its formulation includes Retinyl Palmitate, a milder form of vitamin A, which ensures that you can enjoy the benefits of skin renewal and collagen production without the harshness often associated with stronger retinol products. This makes it an excellent choice for those looking to improve skin elasticity and reduce wrinkles while maintaining skin type integrity.

Q: Can I use 101 Gentle Retinoid cream on my face daily?

For new users, it's recommended to apply retinoid cream to a clean face, neck, and under the eyes every other evening for the first two weeks. This gradual introduction to retinoid cream allows your skin to adapt to the active ingredients without becoming dry or irritated. If your skin type tolerates the product well, you may increase usage to every evening from week three onwards. Remember, for skin care products containing retinol or vitamin A derivatives, wearing sunscreen, like our Daily Habit SPF 30 daily is crucial to protect your skin from increased sensitivity to the sun. Additionally, to maintain optimal skin health, consider how often you should moisturize your face and adjust your routine to ensure your skin remains hydrated and protected.

Q: What is Retinyl Palmitate?

Retinyl palmitate, a 101 Gentle Retinoid active ingredient, is a form of vitamin A that is known to aid hyperpigmentation and sunspots. It’s also considered an effective acne treatment by unclogging pores and reducing inflammation. Overall, retinyl palmitate is an important ingredient in skincare because of its ability to improve the appearance and health of the skin. Pro tip: Incorporating aserum and moisturizerinto your routine can enhance these benefits.

1 fl. oz./30 ml

$85.00

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For Normal-to-Dry Skin Types

101 Gentle Retinoid smooths the skin and improves the appearance of puffiness under the eyes while addressing fine lines around the eyes, face and neck. This thoughtfully formulated cream also helps improve the appearance of minor pigmentation.

How to Use

Apply the retinoid cream to clean face, neck and under the eyes every other evening for the first two weeks. On week three, if your skin tolerates every other night without becoming dry or irritated, you may increase usage to every evening. For maximum benefits and to protect your skin, you must wear SPF 30+ sunscreen and a hat while using this product. Incorporating this product into your routine is a key step in skincare for aging skin, helping to ensure that your skin receives the care it needs to look its best.

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What's Inside

Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate

Antioxidant, brightening, photoprotective

Caffeine

Reduces under-eye puffiness

Retinyl Palmitate

Brightens the skin, stimulates elasticity and firmness, reduces fine lines

Tetrapeptide-21

Improves collagen, elastin and smooths out fine lines and wrinkles

Full Ingredient List

Water, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Tetrapeptide-21, Butylene Glycol, Caffeine, Phytonadione, Xylitol, Sodium PCA, Dimethicone, Cetyl Alcohol, Inositol, Panthenol, Allantoin, Retinyl Palmitate, Polysorbate 60, Tocopheryl Acetate,Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin

Paraben Free
SLS Free
No Animal Testing

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 101 Gentle Retinoid suitable for sensitive skin?

Most definitely! 101 Gentle Retinoid cream is specifically designed with sensitive skin in mind. Made with Retinyl Palmitate, a milder form of vitamin A, it ensures that you can enjoy the benefits of skin renewal and collagen production without the harshness often associated with stronger retinol products. This makes it an excellent choice for those looking to improve skin elasticity and reduce wrinkles while maintaining skin type integrity.

Can I use 101 Gentle Retinoid on my face daily?

For new users, it's recommended to apply a retinoid cream to a clean face and neck and under the eyes every other evening for the first two weeks. This gradual introduction allows your skin to adapt to its active ingredients without becoming dry or irritated. If your skin type tolerates the product well, you may increase usage to every evening from week three onwards. Remember, for skin care products containing retinol or vitamin A derivatives, daily use of sunscreen like our DAILY HABIT SPF 30 is crucial to protect your skin from increased sensitivity to the sun.

Additionally, to maintain optimal skin health, consider how often you should moisturize your face and adjust your routine to ensure that your skin remains hydrated and protected.

What is retinyl palmitate?

Retinyl palmitate, an active ingredient in 101 Gentle Retinoid, is a form of vitamin A that is known to aid hyperpigmentation and sunspots. Because it can unclog pores and reduce inflammation, it’s also an effective acne treatment. Thanks to its ability to improve the appearance and health of the skin retinyl palmitate is an important ingredient in skincare.

Pro tip: Incorporating a serum and moisturizer into your routine can enhance these benefits.

Skincare Advice from the Founder

Twenty years of seeing real faces with real concerns taught our founder, Shannon Carter-Gascon, what actually works. Here, Shannon breaks down everything you need to know about 101 Gentle Retinoid—what each formula does, who it's made for, and how to get real results. Because the best advice comes from someone who knows exactly where you are in your skincare journey.