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Summary
Sunday Riley's A+ High-Dose Retinoid is an Advanced-Strength Serum that delivers a blend of retinoids and retinoid alternatives to fight signs of aging, and improves the look of congested skin.
Benefits
- Fights the signs of aging
- Improves the look of congested skin
- Improves the appearance of damaged skin
- Balances and soothes skin
- Calms the appearance of redness for a more even-toned complexion
- Vegetarian
- Formulated without artificial fragrances, sulfates, parabens, gluten, soy, and phthalates
Key Ingredients
- Retinol Ester Blend 5% + Liposome-encapsulated Retinol Blend 1% helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles and lines and encourages signs of clearer skin
- CoQ10 improves the appearance of aging or UV-exposed skin, for a healthier-looking, balanced complexion
- Hawaiian White Honey, Bisabolol, Cactus Extract, and Ginger balance and soothe the skin
Research Results
- In an independent blinded study of 102 women, after 4 weeks:
- 90% of women saw boosted skin radiance and healthy-looking skin, and agreed the product was gentler than other facial retinoid serums used in the past
- 88% reported that skin looked brighter
- 87% of women saw renewed skin
- After 6 weeks:
- 96% of women felt the product was effective in addressing skin concerns
- 95% of women were happy with the results of the product
- 92% of women felt the product was gentle and non-irritating
- 86% of women saw a reduction in the appearance of sun-damaged skin
- 84% reported that skin clarity was improved and saw a reduction in the appearance of dark spots
- 82% reported that their skin tone looked more even
- 80% felt that their lines looked smoother
- 72% felt that skin appeared less red
- 71% saw an improvement in the look of expression lines
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Apply 1-2 pumps in the evening to clean, dry skin. For targeted instructions, see below: For new retinoid users: Use two days on, two days off. Work your way up to every other day, then to daily, evening use. Follow with a hydrating oil or moisturizer, like C.E.O. Glow or Juno. Use an AHA serum, like Good Genes Lactic Acid Treatment, on alternate nights to sweep away dead skin cells.
For advanced retinoid users: Use daily, in the evenings. Follow with a hydrating oil or moisturizer, like C.E.O. Glow or Juno. Use an AHA serum, like Good Genes Lactic Acid Treatment, in the mornings to sweep away dead skin cells.
For sensitive skin: Apply a few drops of a gentle, hydrating oil, like C.E.O. Glow or Juno to your skin before applying A+ serum.
Precautions: For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. Keep out of reach of children. Discontinue use if signs of irritation and/or rash appear. If pregnant or nursing, please consult your doctor before use. Sunday Riley always recommends using sunscreen during the day.
Water/Eau/Aqua, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Propanediol, Triheptanoin, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Disiloxane, Hexyldecanol, Diheptyl Succinate, Phenylpropanol, Phenyl Trimethicone, PPG-24-Glycereth-24, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Honey Extract/Extrait de Miel, Opuntia Ficus-Indica (Prickly Pear) Fruit Extract, Bisabolol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Retinol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Ubiquinone, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, Tocopherol, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Lecithin, 1,2-Hexanediol, 4-t-Butylcyclohexanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Phospholipids, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Sorbitol, Cetylhydroxyproline Palmitamide, Polysilicone-11, Benzoic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Sodium Phytate, Phenoxyethanol, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Alcohol, Polysorbate 20, Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract, Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Sterols, Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid, Stearic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Phosphate, Benzyl Alcohol, Decyl Glucoside, Algae Extract, Hexylene Glycol, Potassium Sorbate.
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Most Helpful Positive Review
Best non-prescribed retinol products on the market
A+ High Dose retinol was my stepping stone into getting my skin use to retinols. I started my journey of retinol use with this product, which I still use to this day. On nights I am not using a tretinoin, I alway reach for my tried, and true Sunday Riley's A+ high dose retinol. I have never receiv...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Beware of a bad reaction after 1 week of use
Whenever I try a new skin care product, I use it solo for one week to eliminate the variables in my personal 'clinical trial'. While the product smells fairly bad, I attributed it to no extra perfumes, so I got past that. I used it for 5 days as directed. It made my skin feel 'polished' and some ...
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Never ever another retinol again!
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I've been using A+ for a couple years and although I've tried a few others, nothing compares! I use every night after cleansing and before moisturizer, and have definitely noticed a visible difference and improvement in my aging skin. I can't imagine using any other retinol. Elegant packaging just tops off the whole experience. Believe me, once you use it, you'll never go back to anything else! Well done, SR!!
Rancid!
I wanted to like this as it helped with my crows feet, but, i couldnt get past the smell and it made my eyes tear up from burn& tear!
It works
I received this as a sample which lasted s month or so a little goes a long way. I started seeing my wrinkle line near my mouth gradually going away when Ulta had it on sale I bought the mini. I use it daily at night it works great and worth every penny. My fine lines are diminishing.
Awful Smell
I wanted to Love this product but I cannot get past the smell!!! Prior to purchase I did quite a bit of research and so many people claimed they either loved the smell, said it was a natual/earthy smell, or said it had a slight smell but nothing bothersome, but personally I can't handle it!! To me it smells like old mop water or an old wash rag! 🤢🤮 I will say that I am sensitive with smells but usually only fragrance type smells. This one is just gross! I left it on hoping it would dissipate over night but it still smelled just as bad in the morning. I tried it a second time mixed with one of my moisturizers that has a slight scent but it didn't help with the smell of the A+. Sadly I will be passing this product on to a friend and never purchasing again.
Love!
I always struggled with textured skin, large pores and rough feeling skin, constantly having to exfoliate with harsh washes and peeling pads. But since I started using this product I not done any of those. My skin feels and looks so smooth!