PAULA'SCHOICE Clinical 0.3% Retinol + 2% Bakuchiol Treatment Reviews

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3 Reviews

• lizzze

  Dec 11, 2023
  Oily SkinAcne Skin

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  Pros

  The smooth finish felt great to use, and I immediately saw the effect of improved skin texture.

  Cons

  It was good at first, but after using it for about 2 weeks, I had to stop because I started breaking out.

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• sohaa00

  Nov 5, 2023
  Oily Skin

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  Pros

  I have been using retinol from various brands consistently, and I purchased the Ordinary retinol as it has a convenient concentration and formulation for daily use. According to the brand, '0.3% retinol is medium-strength, but it is combined with 2% bakuchiol to provide a high-strength effect.' However, based on my experience using up to 1.5%, I felt it was more of a medium-strength rather than high-strength. For my non-sensitive oily skin that has adapted to retinol, I barely felt any irritation even when using it daily. It seems that Ordinary has excellent formulation stability for their functional products. For high-strength retinol, I usually mix it with other moisturizers, but this product has an appropriate retinol concentration that doesn't require much adjustment, and the moisturizing ingredients are well-balanced, so it would be suitable for normal skin types without causing breakouts. Even though I have dryness around my eyes and lips, I only need to apply other moisturizers to those areas, and the overall product provides sufficient hydration. The effects are similar to what I've experienced with other retinol products - it promotes cell turnover, improves skin texture and firmness, and minimizes pores, bringing out the best in my natural skin. I believe retinol is the most effective skincare ingredient, aside from professional treatments. The packaging safety is good. It has a pumping dispenser that blocks air exposure, and the double-layered cap is also helpful. I'm not sure if it's a vacuum system, but the fact that the top doesn't open easily suggests it might be, which would be even more satisfactory.

  Cons

  Since my T-zone is extremely oily, I felt the product was too rich for that area. While I could clearly feel the skin turnover effects on the oily zones, it was less noticeable on the T-zone, and I occasionally experienced some small bumps on my forehead, which was disappointing. I've been alternating this product with another one just for my forehead. Even when it's on sale, the price is still quite expensive.

  Tip

  The photo of the product dispensed on the back of my hand shows that a single pump doesn't provide a large amount. I found that I needed to pump it twice to have the right amount to cover my entire face.

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• 소망챙

  Jul 14, 2023
  Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin

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  Pros

  I gave it to my mom as a gift! It's definitely effective in improving pores, wrinkles, and elasticity.

  Cons

  However, it's quite irritating, so I recommend applying the recommended amount every other day. Even though my mom doesn't have sensitive skin, she applied it a bit too much and ended up with some breakouts.

  Tip

  Never apply too much!!!