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product_id: 3226099
title: "CLINICAL 1% Retinol Face Treatment with Peptides"
brand: "paula's choice"
price: "$30.01"
currency: USD
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Paula's Choice"
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# 1% Retinol for potent anti-aging Hyaluronic Acid hydrates deeply Peptides & Vitamin C boost skin firmness CLINICAL 1% Retinol Face Treatment with Peptides

**Brand:** paula's choice
**Price:** $30.01
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✨ Unlock timeless skin with science-backed power!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** CLINICAL 1% Retinol Face Treatment with Peptides by paula's choice
- **How much does it cost?** $30.01 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- paula's choice enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted paula's choice brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Hydration Hero:** Infused with hyaluronic acid to lock in moisture and restore skin’s natural glow.
- • **Clean & Conscious:** Fragrance-free, cruelty-free formula in sustainable packaging—beauty with a purpose.
- • **Travel-Ready Potency:** Compact 0.17 fl oz pump bottle preserves formula strength for on-the-go rejuvenation.
- • **Firm & Bright Complex:** Peptides and antioxidant vitamins C & E work synergistically to firm skin and brighten tone.
- • **Power-Packed 1% Retinol:** Clinically proven to visibly reduce wrinkles and refine pores overnight.

## Overview

Paula's Choice CLINICAL 1% Retinol Face Treatment combines a high-strength retinol with hydrating hyaluronic acid, skin-firming peptides, and antioxidant vitamins C & E to visibly diminish wrinkles, refine pores, and brighten skin. Designed for all skin types, this fragrance-free, cruelty-free serum comes in a travel-friendly pump bottle with sustainable packaging, delivering advanced anti-aging results backed by science.

## Description

desertcart.com: Paula's Choice CLINICAL 1% Retinol Treatment Cream with Peptides, Vitamin C & Licorice Extract, Anti-Aging & Wrinkles, Travel Size. PACKAGING MAY VARY. | Anti-Aging Face Serum with Vitamin C & Licorice Extract for Fine Lines & Wrinkles, Fragrance Free, Travel Size : Beauty & Personal Care

Review: Read this before you start using it!!! - I was introduced to this product by a friend who has similar skin/complexion. She looks fabulous so I decided to give it a whirl. Things you should know: 1. My beauty routine consisted of occasionally washing my face. And by occasional— I mean rarely. 2. I was always fortunate to have ‘good’ skin it didn’t break out or have big pores BUT it was super sensitive. 3. I’m lazy and will not do anything that requires a lot of work. 4. I’m 50. The pictures are in order of progress — blue top was day of first application —the next 3 are from the first 10 days and the last one is as of tonight. With all that said — I was instructed in detail about using the product. 1. Start slow — every other night 2. Keep it away from your eyes. 3. Use sunscreen and be very careful going out in the sun after a treatment. I started slow (2 applications following the instructions) and did not put it ‘near’ my eyes. I stop at my brow and just below my darks circles. It burned my skin off as if I was in Chernobyl when it exploded. It was AWFUL and it took 10 days to heal. (See pics) What I realized was with my sensitive skin I really should have put more time between applications. So once I healed — I then waited 6 days between applications as I had some dryness and a little sensitivity on my cheeks. I’ve been using the product now for a little over 3 weeks only had 4 applications and I’m already seeing marked improvement. My “11s” are much less obvious (see pics). My skin looks brighter and healthier. Lastly it’s a smooth as a baby’s rump — I suspect that has a lot to do with burning off the top 4 layers of skin, but I digress. This product is intense but effective. It will burn if you don’t ease into using it. Also — when they say don’t put it on your eyes — what they mean is anywhere near your eyes. Give a wide birth or else you risk having your face look like mine did. My eyelids were literally burned and I never touched them with the product that’s how strong it is. Now I keep it focused on my cheeks and a very tiny amount on the side of my eye for those dreaded crows feet. Other things of note: this is part of a very simple routine. Morning 1. Wash face 2. Use hyaluronic acid serum 3. Use Vitamin C serum Evening 1. Wash face 2. Use Retinol (slow at first - then work up to the right cadence for you) 3. Use moisturizer I use Beauty Counter products for the serums I use in the morning. I use Verse for my sunscreen and moisturizer. Obviously, PC’s retinol Cerave Moisturizing Face Wash I purchased everything except the Beauty Counter products through desertcart. I love all of the products and will continue using them. Hope this helps you make good decisions.
Review: If you are looking for a Retinol Cream that WORKS - Look no further! Phenomenal product! - Want to look 10+ years younger? This miracle cream IS a miracle and here's why: 1) it does work as it gently exfoliates dead skin while you sleep; 2) vitamin C brightens; 3) my skin looks SO much tighter and looks firmer and younger; 4) skin look dewy, healthy as if you had a facial or BBL; 5) I love that it's a pump so that the formula is not exposed to air which keeps the potency stable. I call it a Super Hero - just use at night and don't forget your SPF!

## Features

- DIMINISH THE APPEARANCE OF WRINKLES: This expert-level, high-strength formula absorbs quickly & delivers immediate powerful results. Antioxidant vitamins C &E paired with hydrating hyaluronic acid and skin-firming peptides help deliver advanced anti-aging results. PACKAGING MAY VARY.
- Paula's Choice CLINICAL 1% Retinol Treatment with Peptides & Vitamin C is formulated to reduce the appearance of wrinkles as it refines pores and firms skin for a radiant, rejuvenated, more youthful appearance. This robust formula also helps prevent signs of aging and softens the look of post-acne marks.
- Paula's Choice CLINICAL 1% Retinol is an ideal anti-aging serum for normal, combination, dry, & oily skin. Try mixing with 2-3 drops of Paula's Choice Moisture Renewal Oil Booster. Use at night with Paula's Choice cleanser, toner, exfoliator & night cream.
- Paula's Choice products are made with YOUR SKIN in mind. Whatever your skincare concern, whether dryness, acne, fine lines, or sensitive skin; we've got a treatment line for you. The search for amazing skin care ends here. Finally, you found it.
- SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING: As part of our pledge to the planet, we’re removing extra plastic from packaging, like shrink wrap.
- Paula's Choice Skincare makes products that work. No fragrance, no parabens, no fluff. Just effective, science-backed formulas that target any concern from wrinkles to breakouts.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00L5O31VK |
| Active Ingredients | Hyaluronic Acid, Retinol, Vitamin C |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3,912 in Beauty & Personal Care ( See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care ) #109 in Facial Serums |
| Brand | Paula's Choice |
| Brand Name | Paula's Choice |
| Container Type | Bottle |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 5,528 Reviews |
| Item Form | Lotion |
| Item Volume | 0.17 fluid ounces |
| Item Weight | 1.76 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Paula's Choice |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 8017 |
| Material Features | Cruelty Free, Fragrance Free |
| Product Benefits | This advanced treatment visibly refines pores and diminishes the look of wrinkles, fine lines & uneven skin tone. Product Benefits This advanced treatment visibly refines pores and diminishes the look of wrinkles, fine lines & uneven skin tone. See more |
| Scent | Unscented |
| Scent Name | Unscented |
| Size | Travel Size - 0.17 Fl Oz. |
| Skin Type | Mature |
| Special Ingredients | Glycerin |
| Target Use Body Part | Face |
| UPC | 655439080170 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Paula's Choice
- **Item Form:** Lotion
- **Scent:** Unscented
- **Skin Type:** Mature

## Images

![CLINICAL 1% Retinol Face Treatment with Peptides - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61KuykqcKzL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this the strongest retinol without perscription? Does it fade red marks and sun spots?**
A: This is the strongest retinol product that Paula offers. It is not as strong as prescription products such as combining Retin-A and a 4% hydroquinone product from my experience. I believe Paula offers only a 2% hydroquinone. I have found that a tube of Retin-A lasts for months and months making it rather affordable.

**Q: How long does it last?**
A: This will last a very long time.  You need one pump which gives a small pea size, enough for your entire face.  Using that much a few times a week, I think would last 3 or more months.

**Q: Is the trial size enough to see a difference?**
A: No. Not for me at least.

**Q: How often can I use this**
A: I use it everyday but, it can be too much for sensitive skin.  Try it and if your skin feels irritated then cut back.  I believe the manufacturer provides recommendations.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Read this before you start using it!!!
*by C***D on April 3, 2022*

I was introduced to this product by a friend who has similar skin/complexion. She looks fabulous so I decided to give it a whirl. Things you should know: 1. My beauty routine consisted of occasionally washing my face. And by occasional— I mean rarely. 2. I was always fortunate to have ‘good’ skin it didn’t break out or have big pores BUT it was super sensitive. 3. I’m lazy and will not do anything that requires a lot of work. 4. I’m 50. The pictures are in order of progress — blue top was day of first application —the next 3 are from the first 10 days and the last one is as of tonight. With all that said — I was instructed in detail about using the product. 1. Start slow — every other night 2. Keep it away from your eyes. 3. Use sunscreen and be very careful going out in the sun after a treatment. I started slow (2 applications following the instructions) and did not put it ‘near’ my eyes. I stop at my brow and just below my darks circles. It burned my skin off as if I was in Chernobyl when it exploded. It was AWFUL and it took 10 days to heal. (See pics) What I realized was with my sensitive skin I really should have put more time between applications. So once I healed — I then waited 6 days between applications as I had some dryness and a little sensitivity on my cheeks. I’ve been using the product now for a little over 3 weeks only had 4 applications and I’m already seeing marked improvement. My “11s” are much less obvious (see pics). My skin looks brighter and healthier. Lastly it’s a smooth as a baby’s rump — I suspect that has a lot to do with burning off the top 4 layers of skin, but I digress. This product is intense but effective. It will burn if you don’t ease into using it. Also — when they say don’t put it on your eyes — what they mean is anywhere near your eyes. Give a wide birth or else you risk having your face look like mine did. My eyelids were literally burned and I never touched them with the product that’s how strong it is. Now I keep it focused on my cheeks and a very tiny amount on the side of my eye for those dreaded crows feet. Other things of note: this is part of a very simple routine. Morning 1. Wash face 2. Use hyaluronic acid serum 3. Use Vitamin C serum Evening 1. Wash face 2. Use Retinol (slow at first - then work up to the right cadence for you) 3. Use moisturizer I use Beauty Counter products for the serums I use in the morning. I use Verse for my sunscreen and moisturizer. Obviously, PC’s retinol Cerave Moisturizing Face Wash I purchased everything except the Beauty Counter products through Amazon. I love all of the products and will continue using them. Hope this helps you make good decisions.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you are looking for a Retinol Cream that WORKS - Look no further! Phenomenal product!
*by A***N on May 20, 2026*

Want to look 10+ years younger? This miracle cream IS a miracle and here's why: 1) it does work as it gently exfoliates dead skin while you sleep; 2) vitamin C brightens; 3) my skin looks SO much tighter and looks firmer and younger; 4) skin look dewy, healthy as if you had a facial or BBL; 5) I love that it's a pump so that the formula is not exposed to air which keeps the potency stable. I call it a Super Hero - just use at night and don't forget your SPF!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product! Don’t love the price
*by L***S on May 29, 2025*

PROS: great product! I have large pores, I’m prone to blackheads in my T-zone area, and also have always had horrible redness in my T-zone and within a week of using I noticed a slight difference in the appearance of my pores, my blackheads have gotten a tad better and my redness was almost completely gone. My face looked noticeably brighter and less dull. My husband said my skin was glowing! It’s light on your skin which is great because I have extremely oily skin and most products make me so oily I end up having to wash it off. This however did not which I loved. CONS: The bottle is sooo small. By the time you start noticing a change it’s empty. I realize there is a bigger bottle but I can’t always afford that one as they are quite pricey. Overall, I do really enjoy this product. I had no reaction to it and it was my first time using any kind of retinol. FYI, I did put a light moisturizer on right before I applied to create a barrier for the first week or so, after that I started applying without and had no issues. I will continue to use this product as I am pleased with the results but I will branch out and try similar products that may be less expensive 🙂

## Frequently Bought Together

- Paula's Choice CLINICAL 1% Retinol Treatment Cream with Peptides, Vitamin C & Licorice Extract, Anti-Aging & Wrinkles
- Paula's Choice SKIN BALANCING Pore-Reducing Face Toner for Combination and Oily Skin, Minimizes Large Pores, Controls Oil & Shine, Hydrates & Replenishes, Suitable for Acne-Prone Skin
- Paula's Choice C5 Super Boost Moisturizer with 5% Vitamin C & Squalane, Daily Face Lotion for Discoloration, Uneven Tone, Fine Lines & Acne-Prone Skin, Fragrance-Free & Paraben-Free

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*Last updated: 2026-07-29*