Cosrx The Retinol 0.5% Oil, Anti Aging Serum

For those who have already used retinol and want to move to a stronger formula, COSRX The Retinol 0.5 Oil is just what they need!

It contains 0.5% pure, stabilized retinol in an oil-based formula. It targets visible signs of aging such as fine lines, wrinkles, uneven texture, enlarged pores, and loss of elasticity.

Key Ingredients

• Pure Retinol (0.5%): Improves the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, uneven texture, and loss of firmness.
• Squalane: A lightweight plant-derived oil that helps moisturize the skin and support its barrier.
• Tocotrienol (Super Vitamin E): An antioxidant that complements retinol and helps support the skin against environmental stress.
• Tocopherol (Vitamin E): Provides additional antioxidant support.

What Can It Help With?

• Fine Lines & Wrinkles: Helps improve the look of visible lines and wrinkles with consistent use.
• Uneven Texture: Supports smoother-looking skin by encouraging skin renewal.
• Loss of Elasticity: Retinol and squalane work together to support firmer, more supple-looking skin.
• Enlarged Pores: Can help reduce the appearance of pores over time.
• Post-Blemish Marks: Retinol can also be useful in routines targeting the appearance of marks left after breakouts.

An Oil-Based Retinol for Nighttime Use

Unlike a water-based retinol serum, this formula uses an oil base with squalane, giving it a more nourishing feel.

The texture can feel silky and light to some users, while others find it richer or slightly sticky. How it feels can depend on how much you apply and your skin type.

Good to Know

• 0.5% pure retinol is a high-strength formula and is better suited to people who already have some experience with retinol. If you’re new to retinol, start with a lower-strength product instead.
• When introducing this serum, use it 2 to 3 times a week at night, and gradually increase how often you use it as your skin becomes accustomed to retinol.
• Temporary dryness, redness, peeling, or tingling can occur during the adjustment period.
• Keep the routine simple while your skin adjusts.
• Avoid combining retinol with several other strong active ingredients at the same time, and always use sunscreen during the day.
• We recommend patch testing before facial use.

How to Use COSRX The Retinol 0.5 Oil?

1. Apply 1 – 2 drops to clean, dry skin at night and gently spread over the face, avoiding the eye and lip areas.
2. Follow with a moisturizer.
3. During the day, apply sunscreen.