Name: The Retinol 0.5 Oil
Brand: COSRX
Rating: 4.53 (790 reviews)

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새로운흰배지빠귀8219
Apr 17, 2025
Oily SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
Although he was an intellectual, he did not feel that it was overly heavy.
Cons
The CosRX Retinol Cream worked well for me, so I bought it. I usually don't have issues with oils, but it did end up pilling. The effects were also quite good.

quizui
Apr 1, 2025
Dry Skin
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Pros
retinol seems to have definite benefits..? if used carefully without overexertion, it can likely yield good results
Cons
I think my skin has been turned inside out because of this. My undereye area is itchy and bumpy, and something keeps coming up... It's been like this since I wrote this, and it's still the same. ㅠㅠ

무거운보아9248164
Jul 2, 2024
Normal SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
Since everyone said it was good, I used it with high expectations.
Cons
It got flipped over and there was nothing, and I thought it wouldn't be, but it got even worse I don't know how much it has to not fit for it to get flipped like pus, it was irritating and painful, and I suffered for months. If you think it's a bit off, stop using it. I used it a couple more times foolishly and suffered for a few days, which lasted for months.

대사관
Dec 21, 2023
Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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Pros
I bought this product after a YouTuber recommended it. I've almost used up a whole bottle. The retinol content is quite high, so I only use it about once a week. It has helped reduce my fine lines. My freckles have also lightened.
Cons
I applied two drops and massaged it in, as instructed, but the next day my cheeks were flushed and swollen. It's best to use this product carefully and be cautious, as the retinol can be irritating.
Tip
Don't overdo it - apply it moderately.

도어벨
Sep 19, 2023
Dry SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
I've been using the same COSRX retinol 0.1 cream and it's been working really well for me, so I decided to try their oil too, but it seems to be too irritating for my skin. Since retinol has a high concentration, I applied just one drop to my entire face, but maybe I should use even less than that..?
Cons
Everything was pretty disappointing 😢 I applied it to my face and my whole face just got messed up, so I had to throw it away right away 😭

쵸크춐크
Sep 10, 2023
Oily SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
The scent was not bad, as it seemed to have a woody aroma. I mixed a drop or two into my night moisturizer and could feel my skin become smoother the next day. However, for an oil, it felt a bit drying... The surface may be oily, but the interior felt like a desert, unable to properly address inner dryness.
Cons
The most important factor for me was whether it caused any breakouts, and when I used this product, I would get one or two pimples. It doesn't seem to agree with my skin. Boo...
Tip
Sometimes, after using this, my skin would become flushed and have a critical reaction. When that happens, I do a cica mask, and my skin is back to normal the next day.

헤자에오
Jul 20, 2023
Combination Skin
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Pros
To be honest, I didn't really see any benefits to my skin after using this product. However, after watching several YouTube reviews, it seems that the COSRX Retinol is quite good according to the analysis.
Cons
I'm in my 30s and have been trying out retinol products, as they are said to be essential at this age. The Mamonde Bakuchiol Retinol Cream I used before was fine, but this one seems to be quite irritating and keeps causing my skin to become inflamed.
Tip
I'd recommend trying it out gradually and only using it if it suits your skin ㅠㅠ

홍차히히
Apr 29, 2023
Oily SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
It became so smooth and soft on my face in just one day! ㅠㅠ
Cons
My face felt irritated after using it for three days in a row ㅠㅠ I think I need to be more careful in using it

프로틴근성장
Feb 21, 2023
Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
Since it's an oil, I didn't feel dry when I mixed it with my moisturizer and applied it.
Cons
I think the high retinol content or the fact that the oil just didn't agree with me caused me to break out.

휘쟈니
Dec 14, 2022
Dry SkinAcne Skinproduct.Atopy Skin
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Pros
If you use it properly, they say the effects are good, but it's a bit difficult.
Cons
It seems to be my problem, but I just used it like oil and my skin went crazy ㅜ