Retinol is a powerful skincare ingredient that has been used for decades to treat acne, wrinkles, and other skin problems. Retinol is also a common ingredient in anti-aging products. Here are some of the retinol-based moisturizers on the market today.
$155.00
I have been using this luxurious and amazing Kate Somerville Retinol Vitamin C Moisturizer that I received Free for complimentary testing purposes. ...I’m 31 and was slow to start retinols, but her Exfolikate glow moisturizer did WONDERS for my skin, and now I don’t know which one I love more! ...Luxurious Retinol Moisturizer
What it is: A retinol and vitamin-C-infused moisturizer that visibly smooths, hydrates, and brightens for radiant, refreshed skin.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry
Skincare Concerns: Pores, Dryness, and Uneven Skin Tone
Formulation: Rich Cream
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Retinol: Helps diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and improves skin texture and firmness.
- 100% Vitamin C: Helps brighten and even skin tone.
- Wild Gooseberry Extract: Helps defend skin against free radicals that can cause premature aging.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, and phthalates. This product is also cruelty-free.
$196.00
I would recommend if you have dry skin that soaks up moisturizers easily and need a heavy cream. if you’re using peels or retinol products, this great as well. ...Reading some of these reviews, it's clear that there might be some misconceptions about this moisturizer: 1. This is a retinol product! Retinol products produce turnover in the top layer of skin cells, and clear clogged pores.
What it is: A rich moisturizing cream-elixir with time-released retinol to visibly firm and plump your skin overnight.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, and Combination
Skincare Concerns: Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Dryness, and Dullness
Formulation: Cream
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Time-Released Retinol: Visibly smooths, contours, and boosts radiance.
- Winter Daphne Stem Cells Extract: Visibly smooths, tones, and firms.
- Red-Algae Marigel and Castor Seed and Olus Oils: Moisturize and soften skin.
ITEM: 2636660
Size: 1.6 oz / 50 mL
$128.00
Great moisturizer...I don’t like to use any retinol moisturizers, so when I saw that the main key ingredient in this moisturizer is BT Matrix (rambutan leaf extract blend that works like retinol) I had to try it. ...This is a rich nourishing cream with retinol benefits. I personally use too many actives regularly to add a retinol moisturizer to my routine but I did find that it left my skin feeling really plump and smooth.
What it is: A lightweight antioxidant cream with proven retinol-like performance* BT Matrix™ for 7x smoother wrinkles, 5x visibly firmer skin & 4x more radiance.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Uneven Texture, and Loss of Firmness and Elasticity
Formulation: Cream
Highlighted Ingredients:
- BT Matrix™ with Retinol-Like Strength: Diminishes signs of aging.
- Ceramide NP: Supports the skin barrier and prevents moisture loss and dehydration.
- Squalane: Protects the skin and prevents moisture loss.
$92.00
The certified organic retinol alternative moisturizer offers retinol results using the gentle power of organic botanicals in an ultra-hydrating daily moisturizer. ...Gifted by Kora - the new Plant Stem Cell Retinol Alternative Moisturizer from Kora is absolutely beautiful!
What it is: A retinol-alternative, ultra-nourishing cream that targets current and future visible signs of aging, boosted with a peptide and ceramide blend for firmer-looking skin.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Uneven Texture, Loss of Firmness and Elasticity
Formulation: Cream
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Retinol Alternative Blend with Bakuchiol and Alfalfa Extract: Visibly smooths the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven texture.
- Teff Peptide and Ceramide NP Blend: Visibly tightens, plumps, thoroughly hydrates, and boosts the skin's natural barrier.
- Açai Stem Cell Extract: Defends skin from environmental stress and future si
$34.00
This is the only moisturizer that works....It neutralizes under eye discoloration and makes my eyes look brighter. The moisturizer is so rich and moisturing - I use it over retinol at night and in the morning my skin is still plumped.
What it is: A mini barrier-boosting moisturizer and visibly brightening eye cream for nurtured, resilient skin.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Loss of Firmness and Elasticity, and Dark Circles
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Banana Powder-Inspired Pigments (Banana Bright+ Vitamin C Eye Crème): Visibly illuminate and color correct.
- Eight Peptides (Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturizer): Visibly strengthen and condition.
- Three Ceramides (Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturizer): Fortify the moisture barrier.
Ingredient Callouts: These products are vegan and cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: Replenish moisture an
ITEM: 2566511
Size: 0.5 oz / 15 mL
$27.00
I use it over my retinol at night or when I need a deep moisturizing product. ...Best hydrating plumping moisturizer...This is absolutely the best plumbing/hydrating moisturizer I have used and have tried many more experience more expensive moisturizers. !
What it is: A daily moisturizer—powered by peptides, amino acids, ceramides, and collagen—that quickly doubles hydration, visibly boosts elasticity, improves the look of fine lines and wrinkles, and reinforces skin’s moisture barrier all day.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Dryness, and Loss of Firmness and Elasticity
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Eight Amino Acids: Hydrate, supporting skin elasticity.
- Eight Peptides: Condition and support strong skin.
- Three Ceramides: Bind moisture, fortifying skin’s moisture barrier.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free.
ITEM: 2535326
Size: 2.5 oz/ 75 mL
$32.50
I love it just sucks that it has Retinol in it ❤️❤️❤️❤️...Helps with wrinkles even without retinol. Super hydrating! Makes skin GLOW!!!!!
What it is: A collagen-supporting body cream, infused with the fruity-floral Cheirosa ’68 scent, that visibly plumps skin with vegan squalane and cacay oil, a bio-retinol.
Fragrance Family: Florals
Scent Type: Fruity Florals
Key Notes: Brazilian Jasmine, Pink Dragonfruit, Sheer Vanilla
Fragrance Description: In Brazil, one essential beauty secret is to be "cheirosa" (sheh-ro-zah), which means to always smell delicious. Vibrant and unexpected, this fruity-floral scent offers a transportive temptation through the abundant, sun-dappled gardens of Rio. This immersive scent is kissed with joy and always inviting.
$60.00
I haven't had any type of reaction to any of their products, even the potent retinol serum. My only complaint is that the SPF moisturizers taste awful LOL! ...This moisturizer does exactly as it says and has been my go to morning moisturizer!
What it is: A light and refreshing gel-cream moisturizer with vitamin C that hydrates and visibly brightens—for a healthy-looking glow.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Dullness, and Acne and Blemishes
Formulation: Lightweight Cream
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Stabilized Vitamin C
- Peach Micro-Pearls
- Ginger Extract
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also gluten-free and cruelty-free.
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ITEM: 2217909
Size: 1.7 oz/ 50 mL
$102.00
I have sensitive skin prone to redness and struggle to find moisturizers that hydrate my skin. I love how soft my face feels after using this product! ...My go-to cream for whenever I overdo the retinol. Got this as part of a gift set and thought I’d give it a try after a particularly brutal retinol treatment.
What it is: A mega-hydrating cream that instantly calms skin while helping reduce visible redness and sensitivityplus, it’s great for sensitive skin.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Redness
Formulation: Cream
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Reishi: Helps improve health and promote longevity; possesses potent skin-soothing properties and is used to calm, comfort, and help reduce visible redness in skin.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, triclosan, and triclocarban.