COSRX The Retinol 0.3 Cream 20ml

COSRX The Retinol 0.3 Cream is a 0.3% pure retinol treatment cream designed for users who are already familiar with retinol. The rich cream formula combines retinol with Super Vitamin E (tocotrienols), panthenol, adenosine, allantoin and multiple forms of hyaluronic acid to support smoother-looking skin, improved texture, elasticity and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

Key Benefits

• Contains 0.3% pure retinol
• Helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
• Helps improve uneven-looking skin texture
• Supports firmer-looking skin and elasticity
• Helps refine the appearance of pores
• Helps improve uneven-looking skin tone
• Tocotrienols provide antioxidant care
• Panthenol helps support skin hydration
• Adenosine supports smoother, firmer-looking skin
• Multiple forms of hyaluronic acid provide hydration

Full Ingredients

Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Trehalose, Panthenol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Polymethacrylate, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Carbomer, Retinol (0.3%), Tromethamine, Glyceryl Stearate, Polysilicone-11, Sodium Sulfite, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract, Allantoin, Glyceryl Caprylate, Propanediol, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax, Tocotrienols, Stearic Acid, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Palmitic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Adenosine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sorbitan Isostearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Beta-Carotene, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Myristic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Lauric Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Ascorbic Acid, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Glutathione.

How to Use

This is important because it contains 0.3% retinol.

Weeks 1–2:

• Use at night 3 times per week.
• Start with a small amount on areas of concern.
• Gradually increase the application area as your skin becomes accustomed to retinol.

Week 3 onward:

• If tolerated, use every other night.
• Apply approximately a pea-sized amount over the face.

Storage: COSRX currently recommends keeping this product refrigerated at 3–10°C, storing it upright after opening and protecting it from heat and direct sunlight. 

Morning: Always use sunscreen while using retinol.

Avoid: Scrubs, peeling products and strong exfoliants in the same routine, particularly during the adaptation period. 

Pregnancy/breastfeeding: COSRX advises avoiding retinol during pregnancy and lactation.