Top Ten Best Retinol Products

We all experience wrinkles and lines as we get older and one of the most successful ways to combat these is to use one of the good retinol products available. Retinol has been shown in many clinical trials to be effective in the prevention and treatment of lines and wrinkles by helping to repair the collagen and elastin deep within the skin. However, not all retinol products are created equally and the concentration of retinol, as well as other supporting ingredients can make a difference in how effective a particular product can be.

Reducing lines and wrinkles by using a retinol product will take time, usually at least two months, so choosing a good quality product that has been shown to work is essential. We've looked at the best, top selling retinol products to find which ones are effective and are supported by actual customers who have used them rather than just the claims of the manufacturers.

No 1 Roc Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Daily Moisturizer contains pure retinol, a mineral complex and a sun screen to prevent further damage. It is an intensive anti wrinkle cream and moisturiser that is reported to give visible results in just twelve weeks. It is tested to be hypoallergenic, oil free and non-comodogenic. Roc have been making skin care products since 1957 and produce some of the best anti aging products on the market.

What do actual users of Roc Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Daily Moisturizer say?

Customers gave this retinol product an average of five stars (the top rating) on Amazon and were pleased with its effectiveness.They liked it as a moisturiser that kept their skin soft and it was effective at reducing lines and wrinkles.

Quote: 'ROC is the best anti-wrinkle cream I've ever used and I feel like I tried everything.'  and 'The beginnings of crow's feet around my eyes faded completely away.'

Conclusion

An effective anti wrinkle product that is also a good moisturiser and also contains a sunblock. Good value for money!

No 2 Skinceuticals Retinol 0.5 Refining Night Cream contains 0.5% of pure retinol plus stabilisation and delivery ingredients to increase the efficiency and life of this retinol product. It is helpful to know the concentration of the retinol as one can then start with this lower concentration and then porgress to a higher 1% concentration as your skin becomes accustomed. Skinceuticals Retinol 0.5 Refining Night Cream is designed to reduce lines and wrinkles and to correct blotchiness and blemishes.

Customers at Amazon gave this retinol product an average of four and a half stars. Users found it to be effective although it may take a little longer than twelve weeks as it is a low level of retinol suitable for those who have not used this type of product before. Good for those with sensitive skin who may react more than most.

Quote :I've used a few retinol products and this is my favorite. It's actually quite moisturizing, not drying like most retinols are.

Conclusion

A good product to use if you have never used a retinol product before or have sensitive skin. Effective although may take longer than some other, higher concentration creams.

No 3 RoC Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Night Cream is another excellent anti wrinkle cream form Roc, this one designed to be used at night. It contains a combination of an essential mineral comp-lex and pure retinol and is an intensive anti wrinkle treatment that will start to show results in around twelve weeks. Similar to their Roc Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Daily Moisturizer it can be used alone or with another moisturiser.It should not be used around the eyes.

Customers gave RoC Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Night Cream an average of three and a half stars at Amazon.

Quote: 'After about two weeks, I saw noticeable changes, and it's now been about 6 weeks, and the improvement has been tremendous. The wrinkles on my forehead are almost gone. I'll definitely be purchasing more.' and 'I'm sixty years old and I have been using this product for years. When I had my yearly physical the Doc ask me if I used anything because my skin looks so good. RoC delivers!!!!'

Some customers experienced dryness (often a problem with retinol products) and recommended using a good moisturiser as well.

Conclusion

Effective at reducing wrinkles but may dry out the skin.

No 4 Afirm 2x contains 0.30% Retinol and is part of Afirm's range of products that contain various concnetrations of retinol. Afirm 1x contains .15% and is a good start for those who have not used a retinol product before. For those who can tolerate a higher level Afirm makes their 3x reinol product. We really like the fact that the company tells you the concentration of retinol so that you can start with a lower concentration and increase the level as you need to. Not all companies are so open!

Afirm 2x received an average rating at Amazon of five stars and is very well liked by users.

Quote: 'Within a month of trying the 1x, I could tell my fine lines were diminishing and my skin was smoother. Once I tried the 2x, I could tell within two weeks that my skin had dramatically improved. My fine lines are all but gone and my skin is smoother than I've ever remembered.'

Conclusion

An effective product that is perfect for those who have tried the 1x an are now ready to progress to a more concentrated product.

No 5 La Roche-Posay Biomedic Retinol 30 Cream has a high retinol concentration of 0.3% to minimise lines and wrinkles in the shortest possible time. It contains moisturisers to counter the drying effects of retinol. However you should still take care not to use too much as this higher level of retinol can cause irritation if your skin is not accustomed to it. It received an average of four stars from customers at Amazon who report that it is effective and will reduce wrinkles noticeably. Also see their La Roche-Posay Biomedic Retinol 60 Cream which has an even higher 0.6% retinol.

Quote: 'I love this stuff for wrinkles. It really helps. I've used it for years. It doesn't irritate my skin or make me break out.'

Conclusion

An effective anti wrinkle product but take care to use sparingly at first.

No 6 RoC Retinol Correxion Eye Cream is made specifically for use around the eyes. It will visibly reduce the wrinkles and crow's feet around eyes and increase the elasticity of the skin. it is oil free and hypoallergenic and tested by ophthalmologists to be safe for this delicate area.

Customers at Amazon gave it a rating of three and a half star. Customers liked the moisturising effect and didn't have any irritation when they used this product. A few people didn't see any difference in their lines but they had not used it for long and this is not an instant solution to wrinkles! 

Quote: 'I have been using this product for about a week and have noticed a big difference already. I am 28 and have just one or two creases around my eyes that I am working on fading, and also as a preventative. This stuff works, and I will be trying other Roc products in the future.'

Conclusion

Gentle enough to use around the eyes and should be effective at reducing wrinkles and crow's feet if used for long enough.

No 7 Retinol 0.5 30 ml by SkinCeuticals has 0.5% retinol and is recommended for sensitive skin. It will not clog pores and the formulation is designed to deliver the maximum amount of retinol to your skin. It should reduce fine lines, wrinkles age spots and blemishes. Customers at Amazon gave it an average rating of five stars.

Quote; 'Another amazing product from SkinCeuticals. Makes skin look younger and younger with each use. Also makes your skin feel fresh and like there is nothing on'

No 8 Skinmedica Age Defense Retinol Complex contains pure retinol and three derivatives of vitamin A to facilitate skin penetration in a sustained release system of delivery. It is designed to accelerate exfoliation, enhance the skin texture and improve the appearance of fine lines. Skinmedica has a good reputation for quality anti aging products.

Customers at Amazon gave this retinol product an average of five stars and it is well liked by those who have purchased it.

Quote: '..after a week and 1/2 I noticed significant differences in my skin. It was clearer, softer and the fine lines were disappearing. I love it. It will always be part of my regimen. I am 57 and people have made comments on how I look like I am getting younger.' and 'I've been using this stuff for a little over a week at night. You can see the difference. It has not made my wrinkles go away but it does make them less visable.'

Conclusion

A good product although a little expensive.

No 9 Replenix Retinol Plus Smoothing Serum 10x contains pure retinol and green tea polyphenols which have potent antioxidant and anti inflammatory properties. Skin hydration is enhanced with hyaluronic acid and caffeine is included to enhance the anti oxidant properties of the other ingredients. Also effective for acne sufferers due to the exfoliating effect. It is effective and well liked by users but it is very expensive at around $78 although you do need only a small amount.

Quote: 'This is great. I feel it working, see that it's working over time and you don't need to use a lot because it is very potent.'

Conclusion

Effective and well liked but expensive.

No 10 Green Cream Retinol - Level 6 is a high potency product with 0.6% pure retinol. This is a higher concentration than is recommended for those new to retinol products who should use the 0.3% cream (level 3) instead. There is also a level 9 cream for those who want the highest possible retinol concentration. Customers at Amazon gave this product an average of four stars.

Quote: ' I have been using this cream for 2 weeks and so far I am very happy with the product.' and 'Great product. Used a prescription retinol years ago but had to stop because of severe drying and unsightly blotches. This product is much gentler, and after only a few weeks, my skin has improved in appearance, texture, and feels much softer.'

Conclusion

High retinol concentration and effective but more expensive than some other creams.