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Retinol 0.5%

Retinol 0.5%

Retinol 0.5% is the only aqueous-based vitamin A serum scientifically formulated to diminish fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven skin tone. This lightweight serum exfoliates and revitalizes your skin, revealing a radiant and more youthful appearance.

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How to Use

Apply a few drops to face, neck, and chest after cleansing, then gently massage until fully absorbed.

Benefits

Helps smooth fine lines, improve skin tone, and refine texture while supporting overall skin renewal for a more youthful appearance

Ingredients

Water, Glycerin, Alcohol Denat, Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid, Xanthan Gum.

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  • I have tried countless retinol products, but they always left my skin dry and flaky - rarely revealing skin that seems worth the irritation. Phyto-C’s high quality ingredients ensure that this is really the only retinol product that you need. The formula is extremely lightweight and it truly helps to revitalize your skin to reveal a brighter complexion by morning.

    Heidi

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Concentrated Retinol Renewal

Formulated with 0.5% retinol and hyaluronic acid, Intense Retinol 0.5% helps reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles, improve uneven tone, and smooth rough texture while providing essential hydration.

Full Ingredients List
Water, Glycerin, Alcohol Denat, Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid, Xanthan Gum.

  • 0.5% Retinol

    A stabilized form of Vitamin A that promotes cell turnover, helping improve the appearance of fine lines, uneven tone, and skin texture.

    Benefits

    Smooths, evens tone, refines, renews

  • Hyaluronic Acid

    A deeply hydrating molecule that draws and retains moisture, helping skin stay plump, soft, and comfortable while retinol works.

    Benefits

    Hydrates, soothes, plumps, softens

Full Ingredients List
Water, Glycerin, Alcohol Denat, Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid, Xanthan Gum.
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Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Alcohol Denat, Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid, Xanthan Gum.

  • I am buying this serum already 2 years and love it. I have sometimes oily skin but this is perfect for my skin even during the heat and humid in summer. Little bit pricey but it worth it.

    – Marcela V.

    Verified Customer

How To Use

  • How To Use

    Apply a few drops to face, neck, and chest after cleansing, then gently massage until fully absorbed.

  • When To Use

    Use in the evening, starting 2–3 times per week and increasing frequency as tolerated.

  • Texture

    Lightweight serum that absorbs quickly without residue.

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Backed By Science, Not Hype

When I first stabilized vitamin C in liquid form in 1995, the world believed it was impossible. That breakthrough not only transformed skincare, it became the foundation on which Phyto-C was built — a company that grew from my small lab in New Jersey to serving more than 35 countries worldwide.

From the beginning, my mission has been clear: to create formulas rooted in science, powered by nature, and uncompromising in their integrity. Each product is backed by decades of clinical research, crafted with medical-grade ingredients, and made in fresh micro-batches to ensure purity and potency.

Today, my son, Dr. Eddie Omar, carries this legacy forward. He leads Phyto-C with the same values I began with — an unwavering dedication to science, innovation, and results that endure.

– Dr. Mostafa Omar
Phyto-C Founder and Inventor of Stabilized Topical Vitamin C

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Intense Retinol 0.5% suitable for beginners?

    Yes, it’s a mid-strength retinol ideal for those building tolerance. Start with 2–3 times weekly.

    Can I use Intense Retinol 0.5% daily?

    Yes, once your skin has adjusted, it can be used nightly.

    Can I use Intense Retinol 0.5% with Vitamin C?

    Yes, but apply Vitamin C in the morning and retinol at night.

    Can I use Intense Retinol 0.5% with exfoliating acids?

    It’s best to avoid layering with AHAs or BHAs in the same routine to reduce irritation.

    Will Intense Retinol 0.5% cause peeling?

    Mild flaking can occur as your skin adjusts, which is normal.

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