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Alpha Hydrox Retinol ResQ 1.05 oz (30 g)

 
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Alpha Hydrox Retinol ResQ, 1.05 oz
 
4.5

(based on 131 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (98)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (17)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (3)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (9)

89%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Goes on smoothly (79)
  • Absorbs quickly (75)
  • Not greasy (63)
  • Softens skin (51)
  • Moisturizes well (33)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Bedtime (81)
    • Deep moisturization (14)
    • After shower/bath (12)
    • Fine lines (8)
    • Sun damage (5)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Budget shopper (55), Brand buyer (31), Quality oriented (3)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Great Product

    I read through all the reviews & was surprised to see the negative reviews. If you know how to use this product, you will get results.

    First, if you use t...Read complete review

    I read through all the reviews & was surprised to see the negative reviews. If you know how to use this product, you will get results.

    First, if you use this during the day, you must use sunscreen as sunlight causes retinol to break down. Further, using a retinol product requires the use of sunscreen, no ifs, ands or buts. Why spend the money of you just go out & wreck your skin all over again?

    Second, it is best to use this with a chemical exfoliant like an AHA. AHA preps the skins to absorb the retinol & keeps your skin from getting flaky.

    Third, this isn't a miracle product. It is best for fine to medium lines. For deep wrinkles it will help, but it won't erase them. More deeply pronounced wrinkles may require the use of prescription strength retin-a.

    I did a ton of research & reading on retinol when I first started thinking about using it (I am a skin care junkie who researches any product I plan to put on my skin). I read up on how to use it, when to use it & how to get the most out of it. This one, hands down, beats the majority of the competition at a price they can't come close to.

    My personal experience is that it has noticeably reduced my smile lines. The crows feet & frown lines are my forehead are gone. My pores are tiny & blackheads are gone. My skin is smooth & has a nice healthy look to it. I may not look like I am 18 again, but nobody can believe I am any where close to 45.

    VS

    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    No effect whatsoever!

    After reading all the great reviews on this product, I had hoped that I could avoid having my sunspots removed using laser treatments. I have followed the application directions of twice a day. It...Read complete review

    After reading all the great reviews on this product, I had hoped that I could avoid having my sunspots removed using laser treatments. I have followed the application directions of twice a day. It has been almost 3 months (the package directs you to discontinue use if you haven't noticed any change after 3 months) and there has been no effect.

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    4.0

    so far so good

    By peej

    from Royal Oak MI

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    Pros

    • Easy To Use
    • Improves Skin Texture

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Fine Lines
      • Sun Damage

      Comments about Alpha Hydrox Retinol ResQ, 1.05 oz:

      Until I can get my Rx of Retinol this works in a pinch

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      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Been using for 2 years and still love it

      By Ellen17

      from Ann Arbor, MI

      describe yourself Budget Buyer

      See all my reviews

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Use
      • Improves Skin Texture
      • Minimizes Wrinkles
      • Non-Greasy
      • Noticeable Results

      Cons

      • Dries Out Skin
      • Irritates Skin

      Best Uses

      • Deep Wrinkles
      • Fine Lines

      Comments about Alpha Hydrox Retinol ResQ, 1.05 oz:

      In the spring/summer/fall I use this every night on my whole 64-year-old face and neck. It's too drying for that in the winter so I went to every other night in December. I noticed a real positive difference when I first started using it almost 2 years ago. Now I think it's mostly just keeping the lines and sags from getting worse - but that is useful, too. I don't usually use a moisturizer at the same time (though I use one on the off nights, and during the day), though occasionally I do moisturize over it on a few very dry or irritated spots. Overall I think this is great stuff, and very reasonably priced.

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      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Great Retinol

      By Love4Tulips

      from Ohio

      See all my reviews

      Pros

      • Easy To Use
      • Improves Skin Texture
      • Noticeable Results

      Cons

        Best Uses

          Comments about Alpha Hydrox Retinol ResQ, 1.05 oz:

          I just switched my retinol to the Alpha Hydrox Retinol ResQ and I am loving it! My skin showed improvement right away...I had no irritation and my skin is so much smoother and my pores are minimized. I don't really have wrinkles yet, but I will continue to use this to help prevent them. I was slightly worried about irritation at first, but whenever I use this (about 3x a week) I first apply aloe vera gel to my face, and then I apply the retinol...it works like a charm!

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          (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Very Good Retinol Product

          By Her Moojesty

          from Holiday,Florida

          describe yourself Brand Buyer

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          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Non-Greasy

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Dry/Chapped Skin
            • Fine Lines
            • Sun Damage

            Comments about Alpha Hydrox Retinol ResQ, 1.05 oz:

            This product is great if you want to use a Retinol on your face. It goes on dry, you need to use a moisturizer after it, of course. Anyway, I showed it to my dermotologist and she gave me a prescription for much stronger Retinol. She said I will see quicker and more dramatic results with the stronger solution. Still, this is very good for an Over The Counter product. My face and neck are much smoother and the coloration is more even with it's use.

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            (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            exelente!

            By Carms life of sun fun

            from sanger, ca

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            Pros

            • Easy To Use
            • Evens Out Skin Tone
            • Improves Skin Texture
            • Minimizes Wrinkles
            • Noticeable Results

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Dry/Chapped Skin
              • Fine Lines
              • Oily/Combination Skin
              • Sun Damage

              Comments about Alpha Hydrox Retinol ResQ, 1.05 oz:

              Helps my sun spots: melasma. Just do not wear it in the summer, as it may make this worse. Look better in the summer by caring for your skin in the winter:) Always wear sunblock or mineral powder w/spf while using this product.

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              4.0

              wow!

              By The do it Yourselfer

              from Minnesota

              describe yourself Budget Buyer

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              Pros

              • Easy To Use
              • It Does Work
              • Minimizes Wrinkles
              • Non-Greasy
              • Noticeable Results

              Cons

              • Dries Out Skin
              • Got Dry Patches
              • Irritates Skin

              Best Uses

              • Fine Lines
              • Sun Damage

              Comments about Alpha Hydrox Retinol ResQ, 1.05 oz:

              I put it on at night and use a night moisturizer on after. I noticed a difference almost right away.

              I couln't figure out what was causing my skin to sting. It was the retinol. now I don't get close to my eyes at all, and put Vaseline petroleum jelly around my eyes and nose. that did the trick.

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              (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              1.0

              Not great

              By tata98

              from Pittsburgh, Pa

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                    Comments about Alpha Hydrox Retinol ResQ, 1.05 oz:

                    I use this product after my Clarasonic at night time, and then apply Olay night cream. I haven't seen any result so far in fine lines and especially deep forehead lines. Botox here I come!

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                    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                     
                    4.0

                    works for me!

                    By patravler

                    from NE, PA

                    describe yourself Budget Buyer

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                    Pros

                    • Absorbs Quickly

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Bedtime

                      Comments about Alpha Hydrox Retinol ResQ, 1.05 oz:

                      Works on my forehead lines and those little lines above your upper lip. I bought this product from the good comments from other users.

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                      (1 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

                       
                      1.0

                      TOO HARSH FOR SENSITIVE SKIN

                      By CHARLOTTE

                      from CHICAGO, IL

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                            Comments about Alpha Hydrox Retinol ResQ, 1.05 oz:

                            I know Retinol creams are too strong for my sensitive skin w/some rosacea on the cheeks. But I went ahead & tried this, anyway based on reviews. I was not going to use it on my face. I used it on my forehead and upper chest...as a test run. On day 2, I developed a red rash on both areas. My forehead was burning a bit, even with my normal moisturizer. If you have sensitive skin with/or rosacea, I suggest you not use this. Or any Retinol product.

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                            4.0

                            Wonderful

                            By Toy Poodle

                            from San Carlos, CA

                            describe yourself Budget Buyer

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                            Pros

                            • Absorbs Quickly
                            • Goes On Smoothly
                            • Moisturizes Well
                            • Not Greasy
                            • Softens Skin

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • After Shower/Bath
                              • Bedtime

                              Comments about Alpha Hydrox Retinol ResQ, 1.05 oz:

                              Good price, soften your skin.

                              Service and delivery comments:

                              It's so good to deliver promptly.

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