I looked forward to reviewing this product because it contains 0.2% pure Retinol which I know is such a powerful ingredient in a skin care regime. I followed the initial instructions and am now using it nightly and have experienced no side effects as suggested on the box. It has a creamy consistency and is easy to apply - I am using 4-5 drops and it absorbs well. The product is well presented and the lid is very secure. I apply it at night after cleansing to my warm and slightly damp face and it absorbs well, and it doesn’t make my face feel uncomfortably sticky and tight like other serums I have used. My skin is feeling more supple, smoother and tighter already and I have noticed particularly that the creepy skin around my eye area has softened and lessened already. Overall my face is looking plumper and my wrinkles are less prominent. It is still early days but I really am really pleased with what I see so far and am looking forward to working my way through the bottle with more pleasing results as time goes on. I would certainly recommend it to others - why wouldn’t I when the box says - 0.2% Retinol Delivered Straight To The Skin !
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L'Oreal Paris Revitalift Laser Pure Retinol Night Serum
L'Oreal Paris Revitalift Laser Pure Retinol Night Serum is proven to visibly reduce 100%* of wrinkles, even deep wrinkles.
*Cosmeto-clinical study on 49 women, clinical scorage on face wrinkles at 4 months
Not all PURE Retinols are created equally. As an ingredient, Pure Retinol is known to degrade and lose potency when exposed to air and light, causing it to be less effective over time - in fact, many products lose significant Retinol concentration before even opening the bottle. Which is why L’Oréal Paris’s exclusive international patent-pending technology, RETINOL GUARD ™, has been developed to stabilise and protect the Retinol, so it is potent & effective from the first to the very last drop.
Website www.lorealparis.co.nz
Reviews
Tips: Apply after cleansing while face is still warm.
Gosh I didn't think you could buy skin care this powerful from the supermarket! I've used retinol products in the past, and mostly to good effect.
This night serum comes in a gorgeous wee bottle, loving the blue! The dropper is effective and I found just a few drops more than enough for my face.
I used this every other day to start and experiencing no sensitivity I increased to nightly.
My skin is definitely responding well, it feels like wrinkles are being replumped as you rub it in, its really quite something.
If you're looking to add an active in to your routine to counteract the signs of ageing, I would recommend this.
Tips: Only use at night and always use SPF!
This is my first time using retinol - I've heard of it, but never taken the plunge. So thanks BR for the push!
Packaging: It comes in a classic L'Oreal dropper bottle, in a lovely blue colour. It's functional and looks nice.
Formula: The serum is pretty thick and white, almost like an emulsion type product. It is scented, which could be off-putting. It's probably my least favourite part of the product.
Use: I built up to using this every other day, from initially twice a week. It did tingle and I felt a definite sensation. But it didn't feel like a reaction, more just the serum doing something.
Results: I absolutely can say this has greatly plumped my wrinkles and firmed my skin. It has been most impressive around my lips, with my forehead furrows a close second. I've been using for around 3 weeks and I'm really impressed.
Price: I'm not sure what the price point is, but being a L'Oreal serum I'm guessing around the $40-$50 mark - which I would be happy to pay.
In brief: I would buy again, do recommend and it most certainly does what it says.
I've used Retinol serums (and creams!!) before but found them pretty expensive to introduce permanently to my routine. This costs around $50 (less during one of Countdown's Beauty Weeks I bet!) and is comparable to other high end Retinol serums for sure.
The box is jam packed with information, definitely sit and have a read before installing the bottle on your vanity! The main takeaways from the instructions are that this is high strength retinol and you should expect a bit of a tingle and redness.
I did get quite red after use, thank god you have to use retinol at night ha.
This for me is a bit of a glow-booster, it almost refinishes your skin, making it more even, softer in texture. I was worried it would be a bit drying, but it's not at all!
The big question is of course - what about your wrinkles? Well whilst not a miracle cure-all I'd say they look better, and I'm happy with the improvement in firmness I'm seeing!
I have been using this for three weeks, and so far I really like it. I followed the instructions on the box very closely - only use twice in the first week, every second night in the second week, and then each night if your skin is happy enough from the third week. I had slight redness on my cheeks in the second week, but nothing too bad. The redness has gone, and the only slight issue is that any strong smelling moisturisers have been stinging when I put them on during the day. Nothing too major, but means I needed to try a new plain moisturiser.
In terms of how its working, so far my skin seems better, softer and smoother. My deep wrinkles are still there, but I'm persistent! They took years to get there so they won't disappear overnight. This retinol has definitely worked better than others I have tried, I have never noticed my skin feeling soft and smooth like this before, so that is promising.
It does have a scent, but it fades quickly. Its a really well priced product, especially as it seems to be on special regularly.
Tips: Definitely take it slowly and follow the instructions about how to introduce this product.
I really liked the feel, smell and absorbency of this night serum. I got on discount at Countdown for $30 but probably won't buy again at the regular price-point. I like how refreshed and plump my skin felt the day after using this however no improvement on fine lines or wrinkles. Would try other retinol serums at a lower price point before buying again.
This product actually changed my entire skin care routine. I’m in my 40’s and was still getting pimples, black heads and having break outs, I had no idea retinol could help with this, but holy heck my skin is the clearest it has ever been since starting this product!
Tips: Start slow, this did make me more sensitive to the sun so SPF up. And do as it recommends and build up your usage over a few weeks
I was so happy to trial this product. It was so easy to use and follow. I used it as instructed by slowly introducing it to my skin just to see how my skin would react and it was perfectly fine so was really happy about that. It's a real good size bottle and the colour of the product and packaging is kept in line with their other product ranges. The texture is white and quite thin and rubs on your skin very easily and smoothly. You need to make sure you put it on the areas you wish for it to work and make sure you dont get it in your eyes. Once applied it made me feel like I was starting to get rid of those wrinkles that had just started forming. To be honest though I havent seen huge progress yet, but will continue to use as directed as things take time and I think in the long run it will definitely do its job. I do recommend this product as it's easy to use and makes your skin feel really good and knowing what its purpose is makes me feel great.
Tips: Ensure you wash your face before and getting rid of all that make up. You want to have a nice clean face before applying. Follow the directions as per instructed incase you get a bad reaction. After applying make sure you follow through with a good night moisturizer, then the following morning, use a good moisturizer for the day and ensure it has spf15 for best results. Ensure you continue this daily once you have got through those first 2 weeks of the retinol otherwise you wont see or feel like you have got any results.
I was very excited to try this night serum by L'Oreal Paris. This is a brand that I have always liked. Great quality products at a fantastic price point. I am in my late 30's and I have noticed over the last couple of years some changes to my skin, mainly in the way of lines, sagging and uneven skin texture so this is one product I need!
My first impressions were that I liked the packaging. The box is informative and the bottle stylish and easy to use with the dropper. I didn't mind the smell, it is fitting in what I would expect from L'Oreal quite floral but not too strong when applied to the skin.
I applied the serum as directed. Week one, I used it twice, week two I used it every other night, and entering week three I will use it nightly as tolerated. In the morning I made sure to use an SPF and was much better with wearing hats compared to normal! The serum glided on nicely and felt nice on the skin when first applied.
The first week I wasn't too sure about this product as my skin did break out in places and felt more oily than usual. By week two my skin had settled down. I didn't experience any redness, tingling, or dryness which can be common when using retinol products.
I found that after a couple of weeks my skin texture is starting to improve and it is looking smoother and feels well moisturized. I am looking forward to seeing what the improvements are after I have used it for longer.
At this stage, I would recommend it to people who a looking for a serum who want to improve the overall condition of their skin. I haven't noticed much change to my lines however I wouldn't expect this yet as the box says in 4 months there will be a visible reduction to deep wrinkles. Time will tell but so far I have been very happy with this serum.
Tips: Give your skin time to get used to this product. Make sure you read the box on how to gradually introduce this serum!
This serum comes in a gorgeous blue glass bottle, the applicator dropper is easy to use it’s nice and narrow and it is easy to drop the right amount onto your face without using too much product. It has a beautiful light fresh fragrance. I used this the first two nights twice a week, the second time I used it I got a slight reaction of redness and a little dry skin around my chin area. But my skin got used to it quickly and haven’t had that since. I have been using it every night after cleansing, making sure it’s well away from my eye area. It is lovely and smooth and light feeling which absorbs into your skin quickly and doesn't leave it feeling greasy. I feel is isn’t quite long enough to know really what the results are like after two weeks but my skin feels smoother and a little more even toned. I look forward to seeing what it’s like after using the whole bottle.
Tips: Use a very small amount to begin and add a little more if needed. Keep well away from your eye area,