13 glow-enhancing retinol products for sensitive skin

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If you found yourself experiencing a reaction to retinol, it is best to take a break – but you don’t need to give it up forever. The secret to a good retinol experience is taking it slow and steady, gradually increasing your tolerance over time. If you consider your skin to be on the more sensitive side, you’ll have to be especially careful in this regard. In order to make sure you’re being as careful as you can, here are 13 retinol-infused formulations that are gentle enough for sensitive skin.

13 gentle retinol-infused formulas that won’t irritate sensitive skin (Image: GETTY)

Medik8 Retinol 3TR Serum, The INKEY List Retinol Serum (Image: Look Fantastic)

With only 0.3 percent pure retinol and a retinol enhancer in the formula, this retinol complex is gentle enough for sensitive skin but powerful enough to actively target the visible signs of aging.

RRP: £34

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The 0.3 percent retinol in this formula makes it a perfect starting point for your retinol journey.

This serum utilises Medik8’s Time Release Technology that gradually releases the ingredient throughout the skin’s layers without causing irritation, another win for sensitive skin.

RRP: £29

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PIXI Retinol Overnight Oil, La Roche-Posay Retinol 0.3% Vitamin B3 Serum (Image: Amazon)

Combining 1 percent stable retinoid with 0.5 percent granactive retinoid, this formula is on the stronger side but it utilizes squalane in this formula to soothe, moisturize and prevent drying.

RRP: £9.99

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By creating retinol in an oil formulation, this serum helps to make skin plumper and hydrated all day long.

RRP: £26

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SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.3% Cream, Dermalogica Retinol Oil (Image: Amazon)

A common complaint when starting out with retinol is dryness in the skin, so this concentrated scrum is infused with vitamin B3 to leave skin looking hydrated and dewy for a healthy glow.

RRP: £28.50

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SkinCeuticals is always at the forefront of antiaging skincare, and this powerful cream is no exception. This retinol-infused night cream helps to improve the visible signs of aging overnight whilst chamomile-derived Bisabolol counters irritation.

RRP: £65

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The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane, Tata Harper Retinoic Nutrient Face Oil (Image: Amazon)

Specifically formulated for acne-prone skin this oil fights breakouts and the signs of aging, while giving your complexion a radiant glow with the blend of rosehip seed, golden jojoba, and argan oils.

RRP: £69