Standard Beauty · Serum

0.3% Advanced Retinol 7.8 / 10

Name: 0.3% Advanced Retinol
Brand: Standard Beauty

Reviewed by Michael C.

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

Ingredient breakdown

Retinol 0.3%
Moderate evidence
Commonly used to help address visible signs of photoaging (fine lines, uneven texture, dullness) by promoting skin cell turnover and supporting collagen synthesis.

Best suited to

Normal, Mature, Resilient

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