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    0.3% Advanced Retinol

    7.8/ 10
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    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
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