Retinaldehyde Cream Serum 0.15%

If you are transitioning from our Retinaldehyde Cream Serum 0.10%, make sure you have finished at least one full tube of the 0.10% before starting the 0.15%. When starting with a higher percentage you may find you need to use the serum 2-3 times a week before increasing your usage frequency. If you are transitioning from the 0.05% Serum, start by using at least one tube of the 0.10% before trying the 0.15%. If you are transitioning from our Retinol Complex Serum,, start with the 0.05% Serum before jumping to such a high concentration. 

Our Retinaldehyde Cream Serum 0.15% is our most potent retinoid serum available and is not generally recommended for someone new to retinoids. If you are new to retinoid serums, start with our Retinol Complex Serum/Firming Retinol Roller Serum. From there move up to our Retinaldehyde Cream Serum 0.05% and finish at least one tube before moving up to the 0.10% Serum. The same applies when transitioning from the 0.10% Serum to our 0.15% Serum. 

After cleansing during your nighttime routine, allow your skin to dry completely. Apply this serum on dry skin and allow it to absorb for a minute or two. Follow with moisturizer to seal in the product and prevent dryness. Be sure to apply sunscreen during the daytime as retinoids can cause sun sensitivity. Start by using this serum 2-3 times a week and gradually increase usage as tolerated. Can be used nightly if tolerated. 

Both Retinol and Retinaldehyde are Vitamin A derivatives and both help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. However, within the skin, Retinol must be converted twice to become the active form Vitamin A, Retinoic Acid. Retinaldehyde only needs to be converted once within the skin to become the active form of Vitamin A. Thanks to that immediate conversion, Retinaldehyde is naturally more potent than Retinol. 

Yes, our Retinaldehyde Cream Serum 0.15% is formulated with sustained release/encapsulated delivery system to protect the retinaldehyde from oxidation and provide a gentler experience. 

Within 4-6 weeks of use you can expect to see smoother skin texture and brighter-looking skin. During this period, you may experience a purge or skin adjustment period where you might notice a few breakouts, dryness, and flaking. After 8-12 weeks, you start to see a visible reduction in the look of fine lines and wrinkles. After 6 months to a year, you can see a noticeable improvement in deeper lines and wrinkles and significant improvement in overall skin quality, texture, and tone.