COSRX The Retinol 0.3 Cream 20ml is a mid-strength retinol cream designed for users who are already familiar with retinol and want stronger anti-aging care. Formulated with 0.3% pure retinol, panthenol, adenosine, tocotrienols, vitamin E, shea butter, and hyaluronic acid, it helps improve the appearance of deeper wrinkles, enlarged pores, rough texture, uneven tone, and loss of elasticity.

Benefits:

• Stronger retinol care: 0.3% pure retinol helps improve the look of deeper wrinkles, fine lines, pores, and uneven texture.
• Improves skin elasticity: Retinol and adenosine help support firmer, more resilient-looking skin.
• Refines pores: Helps improve the appearance of pore density, pore volume, pore area, pore depth, and pore count.
• Smooths rough texture: Supports a more refined, even-looking skin surface with continued use.
• Helps with oil and clogged pores: Clinical testing showed improvement in sebum levels, oil control, blackheads, and whiteheads.
• Supports skin comfort: Panthenol, allantoin, shea butter, and hyaluronic acid help moisturize and comfort the skin during retinol use.
• Antioxidant support: Tocotrienols, tocopherol, vitamin C derivatives, and glutathione help support skin exposed to daily environmental stress.

Skin Types: Normal • Combination • Oily • Mature skin • Retinol-experienced skin
Skin Concerns: Deep wrinkles • Fine lines • Enlarged pores • Rough texture • Uneven tone • Loss of elasticity • Blackheads • Whiteheads • Excess sebum

Clinical Results:

• After 4 weeks: 19.98% improvement in forehead wrinkles.
• After 4 weeks: 12.71% improvement in frown lines.
• After 4 weeks: 20.35% improvement in nasolabial folds.
• After 4 weeks: 9.82% improvement in smile lines.
• After 4 weeks: 12.25% improvement in neck lines.
• After 4 weeks: 19.58% improvement in wrinkles around the eyes.
• After 4 weeks: 39.67% improvement in pore density.
• After 4 weeks: 57.83% improvement in pore volume.
• After 4 weeks: 54.67% improvement in pore area.
• After 4 weeks: 36.31% improvement in pore length.
• After 4 weeks: 27.70% improvement in pore depth.
• After 4 weeks: 39.66% improvement in pore count.
• Non-comedogenic test: 50.06% reduction in sebum levels.
• Non-comedogenic test: 48.54% improvement in oil control.
• Non-comedogenic test: 56.82% reduction in blackheads.
• Non-comedogenic test: 57.06% reduction in whiteheads.

Clinical study note: Based on clinical trials of 20 subjects by Dermacosmetic Skin Science Laboratory Co., Ltd. Individual results may vary.

How to Use:

1. Use only at night.
2. After cleansing, apply at the moisturizer step.
3. Start with a small amount on areas of concern.
4. Gradually increase frequency and application area as your skin builds tolerance.
5. Follow with moisturizer if needed to reduce dryness and support the skin barrier.
6. Use sunscreen every morning while using retinol products.

Retinol Adjustment Guide:

• Week 1–2: Use 3 times per week at night. Apply a small amount only to areas of concern.
• Week 3 onwards: If no discomfort occurs, use every other night. Apply a pea-sized amount and spread over the entire face if tolerated.
• If irritation appears: Reduce frequency, apply less product, or pause use until the skin feels comfortable again.

Storage Instructions:

• Keep refrigerated at 3–10°C.
• Use immediately after purchase.
• Store upright in the refrigerator once opened.
• Avoid high temperatures and direct sunlight to help maintain retinol freshness.

Key Ingredients:

• 0.3% Pure Retinol – Helps improve the appearance of deeper wrinkles, fine lines, pores, rough texture, and loss of elasticity.
• Panthenol – Helps moisturize, soothe, and support the skin barrier during retinol use.
• Adenosine – Helps improve the look of wrinkles and supports firmer-looking skin.
• Tocotrienols – A form of vitamin E that provides antioxidant support and helps reduce visible signs of skin stress.
• Tocopherol / Tocopheryl Acetate – Vitamin E derivatives that help protect and condition the skin.
• Allantoin – Helps soothe and soften the skin.
• Shea Butter – Helps nourish dry skin and reduce discomfort.
• Sunflower Seed Oil, Soybean Oil & Meadowfoam Seed Oil – Help support skin softness and moisture.
• Hyaluronic Acid Complex – Sodium hyaluronate, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer, hyaluronic acid, and sodium acetylated hyaluronate help hydrate and plump the skin.
• Glutathione & Vitamin C Derivatives – Provide antioxidant support and help improve the look of dullness.

Important Cautions:

• Patch testing before use is recommended.
• Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
• Do not use immediately after cosmetic procedures or beauty device treatments unless advised by a professional.
• Avoid using in the same routine with strong AHA, BHA, vitamin C, benzoyl peroxide, scrubs, peeling products, or other retinoids.
• Temporary dryness, mild stinging, redness, itching, or peeling may occur during the adjustment period.
• If irritation persists, reduce frequency or stop use.
• Retinol can become darker in color or develop a unique odor due to the nature of the ingredient.
• Use sunscreen every morning while using this product.

Ingredients:

Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Trehalose, Panthenol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Polymethacrylate, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Carbomer, Retinol(0.3%), Tromethamine, Glyceryl Stearate, Polysilicone-11, Sodium Sulfite, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract, Allantoin, Glyceryl Caprylate, Propanediol, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax, Tocotrienols, Stearic Acid, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Palmitic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Adenosine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sorbitan Isostearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Beta-Carotene, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Myristic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Lauric Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Ascorbic Acid, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Glutathione

FAQ:

Q: What does COSRX The Retinol 0.3 Cream help with?
A: It helps with deeper wrinkles, fine lines, enlarged pores, rough texture, uneven tone, blackheads, whiteheads, excess sebum, and loss of elasticity.

Q: Is COSRX The Retinol 0.3 Cream suitable for beginners?
A: It is better for users who already have experience with retinol. Beginners should usually start with a lower-strength retinol first.

Q: What is the difference between COSRX Retinol 0.1 and 0.3?
A: The 0.3 Cream contains three times more pure retinol than the 0.1 Cream, making it stronger and more suitable for experienced retinol users.

Q: Can I use it every night?
A: Not at the beginning. Start 3 times per week at night, then gradually increase to every other night if your skin tolerates it well.

Q: Can I use it in the morning?
A: It is best used at night because retinol is sensitive to light and can make skin more sensitive to the sun.

Q: Do I need sunscreen while using retinol?
A: Yes. Sunscreen is essential every morning while using retinol products.

Q: Can I use it with AHA, BHA, vitamin C, or benzoyl peroxide?
A: It is better not to use them in the same routine. Use strong actives on alternate nights to reduce the risk of irritation.

Q: Is redness or peeling normal?
A: Mild redness, dryness, stinging, itching, or peeling can happen during the adjustment period. If irritation is strong or continues, reduce frequency or stop use.

Q: Can pregnant or breastfeeding women use it?
A: No. Retinoid products are generally not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Q: Does it need to be refrigerated?
A: Yes. Keep it refrigerated at 3–10°C and store it upright once opened to help maintain the freshness of the retinol.

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