Geek & Gorgeous - A-Game 10-0.1% Retinal Serum - Silky, Lightweight, High-strength, Anti-Aging Formula - all skin types, especially combination & oily - 1 oz

I didn’t see results and smell was specific

A little bit of a premature review as I've only had this serum for just over a week, but even this early on I'm pretty blown away with the results! I've used retinal very recently on and off & my skin tolerated it ok, so whilst debating whether to start at 0.5% or 1.0%, after researching, I decided to go with 1.0% because of prior use of retinal and I don't suffer with sensituve skin. Very glad I did. The serum seems to be having an amazing effect fading my dark spots and pigmentation. My skin looks clearer and smoother already. I noticed a difference from the first use! So far I've had no sensitivity issues. The serum is clearly potent and I do feel a very slight sting immediately after application, but my tip would be to pair with a very soothing highly moisturing face cream to protect the skin barrier (I use Korean Madeca Centellian 24 cream in purple tube). Obviously it's also a non negotiable to have a very good SPF. I use Beauty of Joseon SPF 50 which is amazing. I honestly think the use of these 2 products has really assisted this serum in working so well so quickly, and has reduced any potential side effects. Over time I'd hope to see an effect on the lines on my forehead and continued improvement in overall skin texture/clarity. Maybe I'll edit the review over the next few months to update on progress. Then potentially upgrade to 2.0% if needed, but not for a while. I'd say be very careful if you have never used retinal before (start on the lower 0.5%) and make sure your skin barrier is not compromised. Also use SPF daily and invest in a soothing high quality moisturiser. So far I'm very impressed with this newly discovered brand, which is such good value for money & offers high quality performance. I am also going to try the C Glow Vitamin C serum from this brand too, which I've heard very good things about!

بعد شهر من الاستخدام اشوفه ممتاز، بس لازم يكون بالثلاجة، لكن النجمتين لانه وصلني بدون كرتون وبدون غلاف والغطا مفتوح ومرمي وسط ظرف الطرود، فما عجبتني ابدا طريقة الشحن رغم ان الشحن مو مجاني، لكن للامانة مو مبين انه مستخدم وما كان متسرب، لكن مو طريقة احترافية لشحن منتج تجميلي ويتأثر بالحرارة

One of my favorite retinals for a really good price

Ho scoperto il marchio proprio grazie a questo retinolo che è stato il mio primo prodotto.La formula contiene 0,1 % di retinale, che è una forma più attiva della vitamina A rispetto al retinolo tradizionale MA è meno irritante e rischia meno di causare skin purging, favorendo il rinnovamento cutaneo e la produzione di collagene. Migliora visibilmente tono della pelle, compattezza e uniformità, la texture leggera e fresca la rende ottima anche anche per pelli miste o grasse, e lascia la pelle più liscia senza sensazione “pesante” o lasciare il viso con fastidiosa sensazione di unto. Formula molto rispettosa della pelle, no profumo e si assorbe rapidamente. Ottimo per chi vuole iniziare a costruire la tolleranza al retinolo.

I’ve used other retinols before, so my skin is used to vitamin A, but I was still super surprised by how gentle this Geek & Gorgeous A-Game 10 is. Zero irritation, redness, or peeling, and it didn't even sting when I used it near my eye area. Since I have oily skin, texture is super important to me. This cream is lightweight, non-greasy, and doesn't feel heavy or sticky at all. It absorbs really nicely without making my skin dry. I've been using it for about 2-3 weeks now. It's a bit too early to see big anti-aging results (and honestly, fine lines aren't my main issue right now), though my skin does feel slightly firm right after applying it. Most importantly, it hasn't triggered any breakouts or reactions. If you have sensitive skin, I think this formula is really safe to try, but definitely do a patch test first just to be safe! Overall, it’s a super comfortable, non-tacky retinal that works great for oily skin.