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Summary
cocokind's Beginner Retinol Gel is clinically-tested for sensitive skin and made with their Tri-Retinoid Comfort Complex to improve the appearance of fine lines and uneven texture without irritation. Retinol helps support collagen production and promotes cell turnover for a youthful glow.
Benefits
- Helps skin appear smoother and feel firmer
- Softens the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
- Improves the look of uneven texture
- Reduces the appearance of breakouts
- Recognized by the National Eczema Association with the Seal of Acceptance
Key Ingredients
- 0.1% Tri-Retinoid Comfort Complex - a blend of three types of retinoids (50% retinol, 25% time-released retinal, 25% granactive retinoid) that delivers benefits at different speeds to protect your skin from irritation
- Aloe - provides hydration to prevent excessive dryness and helps soothe skin
- Cica - also known as centella, this is an ultra-soothing herb that's known to calm redness and irritation
- Squalane - helps support the skin barrier while preventing moisture loss, sustainably sourced from sugar cane
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Apply a pea size amount of retinol to clean, dry skin, in your PM routine every other night to start. As tolerated by skin, build up to daily usage at night. Follow with your favorite serums & moisturizer. During the daytime, always wear SPF. Avoid using an exfoliant in the same nighttime routine when using retinol.
Water/Eau, Glycerin, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Fructooligosaccharides, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Squalane, Pentylene Glycol, 0.05% Retinol, 0.025% Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate* , 0.025% Retinal**, Tocopherol, Centella Asiatica Extract***, Allantoin, Beta Vulgaris (Beet) Root Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Lactate, Cellulose, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Hexylene Glycol, Propanediol, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Lactic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide.
*Granactive Retinoid.
**Time-Released.
***Cica.
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- Q
Can i use this product with my salicylic acid cleanser/serum?
- Asked by Jenni
- Official Answer By cocokind - Brand EngageHi! Avoid using leave-on acids/exfoliants like glycolic and lactic acid, benzoyl peroxide, physical exfoliants, exfoliating pads, and other topical prescription medications when using retinol. Instead, just move them to your morning routine. For instance, you can use your cleanser and retinol in the same routine, but move your salicylic acid serum to your AM routine.Was this answer helpful to you
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Can you use the beginner retinol gel for near your eyes? (Crows feet)
- Asked by kristina
- Official Answer By cocokind - Brand EngageHi! You can use our beginner retinol gel around the eye area. If you’d like, you can follow with revitalizing eye cream for added moisture and brightening.Was this answer helpful to you
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How long should you wait before switching to the Advance Retinol if the Beginner doesn't irritate your skin after a month or two of use? I have had only minor breakouts and some dryness in one area so far. Thanks!
- Asked by Retinol Beginner
- Official Answer By cocokind - Brand EngageHi! Everyone's skin is different, but we recommend starting out with Beginner Retinol 0.1% for at least 3 months. If your skin can tolerate it well and you experience no redness or irritation, then you can start transitioning to Advanced Retinol Gel 0.5%. We always recommend patch testing first, and slowly start to incorporate the Advanced Retinol Gel 0.5% 2-3x a week.Was this answer helpful to you
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Can cocokind beginner retinol gel be used with a bha toner?
- Asked by BrownBae
- Official Answer By cocokind - Brand EngageHi! Avoid using leave-on acids/exfoliants like glycolic and lactic acid, benzoyl peroxide, physical exfoliants, exfoliating pads, and other topical prescription medications when using retinol. Instead, just move them to your morning routine. For instance, you should move your BHA toner to your morning routine.Was this answer helpful to you
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Hi! Only ingredient I see that I'm concerned about is soybean oil, which I've read can clog pores. Does the retinol counteract this?
- Asked by Jess
- Official Answer By cocokind - Brand EngageHi! There is actually no FDA regulation for the term “comedogenic." In fact, there are no standardized tests that can accurately determine if an ingredient will or will not clog your pores or cause breakouts. Skin health is completely individual and dependent on genetics and lifestyle choices, including skincare! Everyone's skin is different but I do hope you'll give our retinol a try for yourself. We also always recommend patch testing our products on a small area of skin to see if our ingredients work for you!Was this answer helpful to you
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Can you use this on the skin around your eyes?
- Asked by Junie
- Official Answer By cocokind - Brand EngageHello! We are not sure which product you are referring to above for this question. Please let us know and we will be sure to address. Thank you!Was this answer helpful to you
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Can you use this retinol and vitamin C serum together?
- Asked by Cris
- Official Answer By cocokind - Brand EngageYes! Beginner Retinol Gel and Vitamin C Glow serum can be used together. If applying in the same routine, Vitamin C should be applied after retinol. You can also use Vitamin C Serum in your AM routine and retinol in the PM if you prefer.Was this answer helpful to you
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Most Helpful Positive Review
I was afraid of retinol at first, but now I won't go without
First off, I would like show my appreciation for the awesome instructions on how to use this retinal gel. I was really nervous about using this initially because of all the scary and bad things people have said about retinol, like...it dries out your skin, burn easily, changes pigmentation, etc. I h...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Increases skin sensitivity for me, but still a gentle retino
I have fairly sensitive skin and have had issues with retinols and tretinoins in the past. This retinol product goes on gently and I have had no drying or redness (I paired it at night with the ceramide serum and the polypeptide cream). However, it has increased my skin sensitivity; when I tried usi...
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So good
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I started using a week ago and my skin looks so much brighter and smoother. Acne is decreasing too!!
Great for my sensitive skin!
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Love this for my sensitive skin, acne prone skin! Ive already repurchased. I also purchased the advanced, but I think my sensitive skin likes the beginner version better. I tried alternating them and also mixing them, but I think I will just try using the advanced around the time of my period when my skin tends to freak out, and keep using the beginner for the rest of the time. I used to be on prescription tretinoin but it made my skin too dry. This version feels much more gentle but Im still seeing benefits.
Unfortunately was not for me
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I really wanted this to work on my skin and start my retinol journey but I started breaking out everywhere with large cystic acne (I never get cystic acne), I understand the purging aspect of it but it didn't go away for 4+ weeks. I started with applying a pea size once a week and moved onto using it once every three days.
Clears up breakouts overnight!
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Feels great on the skin and clears up any inflammation/breakouts practically overnight
Fantastic
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Great product, clears up and brightens skin but leaves a little drying/peeling here and there