[ Dr.Althea ] 0.1% Gentle Retinol Serum

RECOMMENDED FOR: Retinol beginners, skin sensitive to irritation, skin dealing with fine lines and reduced pore elasticity

PERFECT FOR: When starting retinol for the first time, and you want gentle fine-line care with no irritation

AM: After evening cleansing, apply 2-3 drops at the toner step and absorb (beginners should start 2-3 times a week; sunscreen essential for daytime use).

PM:

A light, hydrating gel-serum that absorbs with no stickiness. Fragrance-free.

Pure Retinol 0.1%, Bakuchiol, Panthenol, Birch Sap, Soybean Oil

- Pure Retinol (0.1%) & Bakuchiol: stimulate collagen synthesis and ease fine lines without irritation
- Panthenol & Birch Sap: prevent the dryness that can come with retinol use while delivering deep hydration
- Liposome Encapsulation Formula: supports irritation-free penetration even for sensitive skin

Liposome-Encapsulated, Built for Retinol Beginners

Dr.Althea's 0.1% Gentle Retinol Serum. 0.1% pure retinol and bakuchiol stimulate collagen synthesis and ease fine lines without irritation, while panthenol and birch sap prevent the dryness that can come with retinol use. A liposome encapsulation formula supports irritation-free penetration even for sensitive skin.

A beginner-friendly retinol serum with reduced irritation through liposome encapsulation.

PICK NO.3 RATING
SENSITIVITY: 3/5

WHY WE PICKED IT: The low 0.1% concentration combined with liposome encapsulation to reduce irritation made this an easy pick for retinol beginners.

CLINICAL RESULTS: Completed a low-irritancy human trial for sensitive skin, vegan, cruelty-free.

SAFETY NOTES: We recommend consulting a doctor before use if pregnant or breastfeeding, avoid combining with high-concentration exfoliants (AHA/BHA), and store at room temperature.

GLOBAL SALES: An officially stocked low-irritancy anti-ageing serum at Olive Young US.

AWARDS: Not disclosed.

PICKER'S COMMENT: "Many reviewers describe it as non-irritating retinol, absorbing fresh enough to use comfortably every day."

USAGE DURATION: Not disclosed.

Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Bakuchiol, Retinol (0.1%), Betula Platyphylla Japonica Sap, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, and more (30ml (1.01 fl. oz.))

Q. Can retinol beginners use this?
A. Yes, the low 0.1% concentration and liposome encapsulation formula reduce irritation, making it suitable for retinol beginners.

Q. Can pregnant women use it?
A. Given the retinol content, we recommend consulting a doctor before use if pregnant or breastfeeding.

Q. Can I use it with AHA/BHA?
A. We recommend avoiding combining it with high-concentration exfoliants.

Q. Can I use it during the day?
A. You can, but given the retinol content, sunscreen is essential for daytime use.

Q. Who is this best for?
A. Retinol beginners, skin sensitive to irritation, skin dealing with fine lines and reduced pore elasticity

Q. Is there anyone who should skip this one?
A. If pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you want a stronger high-concentration retinol effect, note this is a low-concentration beginner formula.