SkinMedica Retinol Complex 0.5 Review
BLC Research Score
A research-based assessment from ingredient and formula analysis plus reputation, not a hands-on lab test. See our scoring approach.
- Best for
- dry, oily, combination, sensitive
- Price
- $80.00 / 1 fl oz (30ml)
- Main claim
- Anti-aging firming
- Texture
- evening retinol treatment in pump bottle, applied before moisturizer
Editorial pick only.
Quick verdict
SkinMedica Retinol Complex 0.5 sits in the professional tier at $80.00 for 1 fl oz (30ml). Best for dry, oily, combination, sensitive skin.
Key ingredients
What the hero actives in Retinol Complex 0.5 are supposed to do.
Primary
Retinol
Supporting
PhytoShield Complex
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Final verdict
SkinMedica Retinol Complex 0.5 is a professional face serum for dry, oily, combination, sensitive skin.
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Editor's note
Reviewed by the BLC Editorial Team using our standardized 7-criteria scoring methodology. Independent and not sponsored.
Last updated: Sep 17, 2026. Read how we evaluate.