This retinol is wonderful! If I could afford the full size bottle I would get it! However, until that day I buy the travel size and use it once a week (or as spot treatment for acne). I have sensitive, dry, breakout-prone skin and this retinol smooths and brightens my skin.

Livingwithfourseasons

Boston, MA

I am typically not a person that leaves reviews, but this one is worth reviewing!! This product is a game-changer. Before, I was using a retinol that was $110 for three months. This one is SO MUCH better and cheaper!!! Definitely worth the price. My skin is GLOWING and so smooth. It will go through phases where your skin peels (mine does this about every three weeks) but I just use more moisturizer. With this, I almost never wear face makeup, and if I do, it is very little. I have always struggled with breakouts and acne scarring, but this product is helping it so much!!

Rainey

Nashville

I struggled with redness and acne scars so I thought I'd give this product a try. I was skeptical at first so I just bought the travel size, but just that small tube did wonders. So of course when I ran out I bought the normal size of this product and my skin has never looked better.

Ariana

Cuba, MO

I bought the sample size a month ago and even though it takes about 3 months for results to show, I see a difference in my skin already. I'm hoping that in 3 months or more I see a reduction in the wrinkles around my mouth. I started out slow (every other night) and now I use it every night with my usual AHA routine and so far this product has not irritated my skin or caused redness. I understand retinol takes awhile before you see any results, but so far I am happy with this product and will continue to use it regularly.

Cher

Jersey Shore

This has been my go to, holy grail retinol product for about 3 years. I have oily, acne prone, sensitive skin which I'm sure you can imagine comes with complications. PC products are skin care super stars. It took me some time, some, trial and error but now I have the perfect routine that works for me and this retinol is essential to that. It is rich but it absorbs quickly and has never caused blocked pores or breakouts. I suggest if you have oily skin to apply in very, very small amounts in patting motions. Instead of rubbing the product in, use your ring finger to pat and again use a very small amount for each section of your face. I apply this under my eyes and everywhere with no irritation. When originally applying for the first time, if I remember correctly I used it once every 2 days then graduated the amount on a bi-weekly basis. I apply it every night now but only bc MY SKIN CAN TOLERATE that frequency. PC just released a retinol booster and I'm buying that today just bc I'm curious as to how it works and what the differences are if any. I also want to see if any improvement happens. All in all PC's Clinical 1% retinol is worth your time and worth trying.

Jessika

Mobile, Alabama

I'm 27 and just recently started to up my skincare game. I have been a smoker for half my life so my skin isn't as youthful as should be at my age. Anyway, this is more of a first impression review since I have only used it twice. Definitely mix with half parts lotion if is your first time because my skin flaked off even with diluting it. At first I regretted using it because my skin was so sensitive and I couldn't use any active ingredients or acids on my it for 3 days.I also looked a bit sunburnt. But after the initial sensitivity went down I noticed how much my skin was glowing. My main concerns are textured skin and fine lines. It hasn't helped the lines much yet but my skin is really smooth. My pores are smaller. This is the first time I have used a skincare product that actually delivered really noticeable results so fast. My advice would be to spend the $11 for the trial size. It's super tiny but you don't need a lot in the beginning anyway. It also is still in a safe pump container. Just a super tiny one. I just wish all of Paula's products were available in the travel size.

Monica

Baltimore, MD

My skin has a healthy glow and feels so youthful ... Please always make this available because it works and I can say with honesty that I will only spend this amount on your product because it works I don't like to spend money on any products that don't pass my strict test... I stock up when you give really deals like 40% off I cant wait for some xmas sales please make to have this item on sale more and me and my sis and mom will stock up love you Paula your the best ...

Jenna lovely rose

Rhode Island

Love it, it did not irritate my skin. I also mix it with any serum, don;t put it directly to my skin. I can see a great result.

Dahlia

Sausalito Ca

It is really hard to say that a particular product works, since I use a lot and different brands. But with this one, that I apply at night, I see the difference the next morning. My skin is so smooth and silky, unbelievable. Definitely a must have!

Vik

NY

The CLINICAL 1% Retinol is one of the best treatments I have tried, making my skin looking better almost instantly. It plumps and makes my skin smooth, minimizing the look of my fine lines (forehead, smile lines). I don't find it hydrating, I use it with a good moisturizer. I have tried other retinol treatments and while they help, nothing has the same amazing results for my skin like this one. I have combination skin, some dry patches (especially in cold weather) and a good tolerance to retinol (I use it 3-4 times a week). I actually prefer the travel size, I can finish the big bottle in one year.

Ana, P.

Santa Clara, CA