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Retinol Concentrate 1%
  • Retinol Concentrate 1%
  • Retinol Concentrate 1%
  • Retinol Concentrate 1%
  • Retinol Concentrate 1%
  • Retinol Concentrate 1%
  • Retinol Concentrate 1%
  • Retinol Concentrate 1%
  • Retinol Concentrate 1%
Retinol Concentrate 1%

Retinol Concentrate 1%

Intensely Regulating, Refining, Resurfacing and Stimulating

30ml
$157.00

Powered by O’s V8 Peptide Complex, Retinol Concentrate is a highly concentrated, corrective lotion serum that works to intensely refine, smooth, decongest, stimulate and regulate the skin. Encapsulated 1% Retinol delivers double the strength to target excessively oily, stubborn, congested, textured, aging and thickened sun-damaged skin, balancing heavy oil flow, unclogging pores, stimulating collagen and dramatically improving overall skin texture. Vitamin E, Hyaluronic Acid, antioxidants and peptides support and protect the skin, enhancing firmness while improving tone and radiance. Skin is left refined, balanced and visibly renewed, with a smoother, more even and radiant complexion.
How To Use

After completing a course of Potent Retinol Serum, introduce Retinol Concentrate by:

  • Using every second to third evening to start (yes, even after Potent Retinol Serum)
  • Mix ½ -1 pump into your O Hydrator and apply to the face, avoiding the eye area
  • Gradually increase to every second evening then to each evening if skin tolerates
  • Do not apply neat to the skin unless spot-treating dark pigmented areas with the guidance of an O Skin Expert
  • Follow with Mineral Pro SPF daily for UV protection

IMPORTANT:

  • Do NOT use if pregnant or breastfeeding
  • Avoid the eye area
  • If skin feels itchy, stinging and appears red and inflamed (retinoid response) stop using until this has resolved and slowly reintroduce
  • If this occurs again, your skin may not need such intense Retinol. Switch back to Potent Retinol Serum and always consult an O Skin Expert
  • It is normal to feel dry when first beginning on more concentrated Retinol. However, red, burning and stinging is not necessary and is a sign you’ve either used too much too fast, or your skin needs a different form of Vitamin A
Best For
  • True oily and excessively oily skin types
  • Stubborn and congested, textured skin and mild breakouts
  • Aging and thickened sun damaged skins

Why You'll Love It

Refines Texture & Smooths Skin

Encapsulated 1% Retinol actively accelerates cell turnover, unclogs pores and smooths very rough, stubborn and congested or textured skin.

Targets hyperpigmentation, dark spots and thickened sun-damaged skin to visibly even skin tone and restore a more radiant complexion.

Helps balance excessive sebum production where lower doses of retinol (Potent Retinol Serum) have not been able to, reducing excess shine, breakouts and the appearance of congested pores.

O’s V8 Peptide Complex and Core Four work alongside high strength Retinol tostimulate collagen, improving elasticity and softening fine lines.

Formulated with 1% pure Retinol, the strongest concentration available without a medical prescription, delivering maximum resurfacing and age-corrective results.

Encapsulation technology delivers Retinol deep into the skin and ensures a slow release into the skin for powerful results with enhanced comfort.

Functional Actives - Key Ingredients

1% Retinol

Encapsulated, pure and biomimetic 1% Retinol (highest concentration before medical prescription) normalises cell turnover, regulates excessive oil flow and powerfully stimulates collagen to accelerate skin regeneration and rejuvenation. By supporting DNA repair and enhancing advanced cellular renewal, it visibly refines texture and thickened sun damage, evens skin tone, minimises shine, smooths fine lines and restores a clearer, firmer, more youthful-looking complexion.

Full Ingredients List

Aqua, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Cyclohexasiloxane, Peg/ppg-18/18 Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Retinol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glycerin, Acetyl Octapeptide-3, Thermus Thermophilus Ferment, Niacinamide, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, Bisabolol, Polymethyl Methacrylate Bht, Tricaprylin, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Isohexadecane, Polysorbate 80.

While we work hard to keep our ingredient information current, formulations may evolve or differ slightly. For complete accuracy, always refer to the ingredient list printed on your product’s packaging - it’s the definitive source.

How It Works

Retinol Concentrate works deep at a cellular level to accelerate skin renewal and restore a smoother, more even complexion. Featuring the highest concentration before medical prescription, pure and encapsulated 1% Retinol is released gradually into the skin to normalise cell turnover, repair DNA damage, optimise cellular processes, and stimulate collagen and elastin production. This enhanced activity helps reduce fine lines, refine stubborn texture, unclog pores and diminish hyperpigmentation. Supporting actives, including O’s V8 Peptide Complex, Niacinamide, Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin E and SymRelief, hydrate, calm inflammation and protect against oxidative stress, leaving skin visibly renewed, refined and healthier with continued use.

Good To Know

  • Free from parabens, sulfates, petrochemicals and mineral oils
  • No artificial colours or harsh preservatives
  • No use of harsh synthetic fragrances
  • Vegan-friendly, gluten free and cruelty-free
  • Emulsifier-free and biomimetic, aligning with skin’s natural physiology

Why A Corrective Serum Is Non-Negotiable

Corrective Serums are essential for achieving visible, targeted results. Concentrated actives in advanced delivery systems penetrate deeper layers of the skin to address varying concerns from hyperpigmentation, dehydration, signs of aging, inflammation, acne and more. By delivering ingredients directly where they are needed, O COSMEDICS Corrective Serums optimise cellular function, accelerate visible improvements and support long-term skin health, making them a vital step in every skincare routine.

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Why Others Love It

FAQs

Retinol accelerates cell turnover, smooths texture, unclogs pores, reduces fine lines and targets hyperpigmentation for a clearer, more youthful complexion.

Start with every second or third evening, gradually increasing frequency. Always mix O COSMEDICS Potent Retinol Serum into your O hydrator. Use SPF during the day, always!

Yes. Retinol unclogs pores, regulates sebum production and supports skin renewal, making it effective for oily or congested skin.

Visible improvements in texture, clarity and fine lines typically appear within 4–8 weeks of consistent use.

No. Retinol and Vitamin A derivatives are not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Consult your healthcare provider before use.

Yes, Retinol does play nicely with many ingredients, however, avoid using AHAs and BHAs and other exfoliating products without guidance from an O Skin Expert.

For beginners and on the right skin type, 0.5% encapsulated Retinol is ideal, providing effective results with reduced risk of irritation if instructions are followed.

Keep in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight to preserve potency and stability.