ingredient to know
Overview
Skin Concerns
· Lines & wrinkles
· Dullness
· Uneven skin tone
What You’ll See On The Ingredient List
Retinol
Why Your Skin Needs It
If you’re looking to reduce fine lines and wrinkles and give your skin a youthful radiance, then retinol should be in your routine. This pure form of vitamin A helps slow down your skin’s natural aging process, as well as rebuild collagen and elastin, two essential structures that help keep your skin smooth and firm. Retinol also accelerates cell turnover, revealing an overall smoother surface and brighter glow.
The Clinique Expertise
Retinol may cause peeling, redness, or dryness in the first weeks of use—a sign that it’s transforming your skin. Clinique Fresh Pressed™ Overnight Booster with Pure Vitamin A (Retinol) combines retinol with a soothing de-aging serum to minimize irritation. Also, vitamin A is most powerful when fresh, which is why it’s packaged in an air-tight, light-proof vial that keeps it at peak potency until you’re ready to use it.
What Our Clinique Derm Says
“Retinol is an essential part of any anti-aging skincare regimen, because it makes your skin look smoother and reduces the look of wrinkles,” says Dr. Emma Wedgeworth, a board-certified dermatologist based in London.
Skin School | Ingredient To Know: Retinol
Clinique Derm Dr. Emma Wedgeworth shares why retinol is the gold-standard of anti-aging ingredients, plus the do’s & don’ts of how to use it.
The Wink
“Apply retinol at night—that’s when your skin is in repair mode.”
— Clinique Derm Dr. Wedgeworth
The Wink
“Apply retinol at night—that’s when your skin is in repair mode.”
— Clinique Derm Dr. Wedgeworth
“Life is starting to get busy. Days are getting longer. But my skin will NOT be suffering. Thanks to this cute little duo. These little tubes turn your moisturizer into a de-aging powerhouse.”
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“Life is starting to get busy. Days are getting longer. But my skin will NOT be suffering. Thanks to this cute little duo. These little tubes turn your moisturizer into a de-aging powerhouse.”
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More Key Ingredients
Alpha Hydroxy Acids
Alpha hydroxy acids gently slough away dead skin cells, revealing smoother and brighter skin.
CL1870 Laser Focus Complex™
Our CL1870 Laser Focus Complex™ is an expert blend of pro-collagen and soothing ingredients. It helps visibly repair and support skin.
CL302 Complex
Clinique’s exclusive CL302 Complex helps visibly reduce dark spots and discoloration.
Gyokuro Green Tea
Gyokuro green tea has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that help calm upset skin, reduce irritation, and protect against future damage.
Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid plumps skin with hydration, helping it look and feel better instantly.
Lactobacillus Probiotic Ferment
Lactobacillus probiotic ferment helps calm the look of irritation and promotes stronger skin.
Retinoid
Retinoids are derived from vitamin A, which helps accelerate cell turnover and refine skin’s texture.
Salicylic Acid
Salicylic acid helps clear up clogged pores, blackheads, stubborn acne, and blemishes.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C brightens your skin while fighting daily environmental aggressors.
The Clinique Formula: Performance, Safety, Science
Clinique launched the first-ever line of dermatologist-developed skincare in 1968. The promise: to deliver effective, safe, clinically proven formulas that create great skin. We avoid using allergens, irritants and ingredients in ways that could potentially harm your skin.
Proven results are from how multiple ingredients are combined using the latest scientific breakthroughs to achieve maximum results without irritation. As science evolves, we continuously re-examine ingredients with our researchers, formulators, clinicians, and guiding board-certified dermatologists.
No parabens. No phthalates. No fragrance. Just happy skin.