SkinMedica Retinol Complex

SkinMedica's clinical-grade retinol in three escalating strengths, formulated with a slow-release delivery system to maximize retinoid conversion while minimizing the irritation that limits compliance.

The formula uses a microencapsulated pure retinol in a stabilized base with niacinamide, ceramides, and a botanical antioxidant complex. The encapsulation slows the release across the night and allows higher concentrations to be used with less irritation than equivalent unencapsulated formulas. The three strengths (0.25%, 0.5%, 1.0%) let patients build tolerance progressively over months. The vehicle is moisturizing enough that many patients do not need a separate evening moisturizer.

Apply a pea-size amount to clean, dry skin in the evening. New users should begin two times weekly with 0.25%, increase to three times weekly only after two weeks of comfort, and consider stepping up after three to six months of nightly use. Always use a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ every morning.

Visible fine lines, uneven texture, dullness, and early signs of photoaging. 0.25% for first-time retinol users; 0.5% for established users wanting more rapid results; 1.0% for experienced users with no current irritation.

Shipping. Orders ship from Vancouver, BC via Canada Post Express with tracking on every order. Complimentary express shipping on orders over $150 CAD. Orders to the United States are shown in USD at checkout, where any duties or taxes are calculated.

Returns. Unopened, sealed items may be returned within 14 days of delivery. For health and hygiene reasons, opened skincare is final sale and cannot be returned, except where it arrived damaged, defective, or was shipped in error.

Costs. We charge no restocking fees. Standard return shipping is the customer's responsibility; we provide a prepaid label for damaged, defective, or wrong-item returns. If a return brings a free-shipping order below the $150 threshold, the original outbound shipping may be deducted from the refund.

Damaged on arrival? Email info@curatedclinicals.com with photos within 48 hours of delivery and we will make it right. Approved refunds are issued to your original payment method within 5 to 10 business days of us receiving the return.

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