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    0.3% Advanced Retinol

    7.8/ 10

    0.3% retinol is an effective entry strength with solid evidence for photoageing and texture — buffer with moisturiser on the windy Cape.

    Efficacy8.0
    Value for money8.0
    Texture7.5
    SA climate fit7.5
    4.3/5 from members

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    Member discussion

    • RidwaanD_Midrand

      On my third bottle now. This is a permanent fixture in my routine at this point.

      2026/05/01

    • OfentseS_Durban

      Does what it says on the label. My skin's normal and it's played nicely with everything else I use.

      2026/05/26

    • ZainabC

      My dermatologist first recommended an imported brand, but this South African one does the same job for less.

      2026/06/15

    • Palesa_Randburg

      Fragrance-sensitive here — checked the ingredient list carefully before trying this and had no issues.

      2026/07/26