COSRX The Retinol 0.1 Cream – a gentler start with pure retinol
COSRX The Retinol 0.1 Cream is a facial cream with 0.1% pure retinol, designed to address the first visible signs of skin changes: fine lines caused by dryness, uneven texture, and the appearance of reduced firmness. The number in the name indicates the exact retinol concentration, while the product itself is presented as a starting option for those just beginning to explore vitamin A.
A retinol cream where more than just the concentration matters
The idea behind this cream is to complement 0.1% pure retinol with a more comfortable, moisture-supporting base. A key ingredient in the formula is tocotrienol, a member of the tocopherol family that COSRX calls “Super Vitamin E,” combined with panthenol. This is more than just a cream containing an active ingredient: it is designed to make retinol care feel gentler on the skin as well. One memorable detail is that the retinol comes in a stretchy cream texture rather than the more typical liquid serum.
- 0.1% pure retinol: the formula’s main ingredient, helping promote a smoother-looking skin texture and the appearance of less noticeable fine lines.
- “Super Vitamin E” complex: tocotrienols complement the formula with antioxidant properties, making this a considered, product-specific combination for retinol-sensitive skincare.
- Panthenol and allantoin: help maintain skin comfort and reduce the feeling of dryness that may accompany retinol use.
- Moisturizing cream base: glycerin, trehalose, shea butter, plant oils, and multiple forms of hyaluronic acid give the formula a softening quality, rather than making it feel purely active-focused.
Coming out of the tube, the cream looks rich and elastic, yet it spreads easily and smoothly over the skin without a noticeably greasy feel. Once absorbed, it leaves a soft, comfortable finish, making it a natural fit for an evening routine after lighter-textured products. COSRX The Retinol 0.1 Cream will appeal most to those looking for a clearly stated retinol concentration and a cream format that combines an active formula with a moisturizing feel.
Usage
Apply a small amount of COSRX The Retinol 0.1 Cream to clean, dry skin in the evening, gently massaging it into your face while avoiding the eye area; begin with using it once or twice a week to allow your skin to acclimate, gradually increasing to every other night as tolerated, and always follow with a broad-spectrum sunscreen during the day, as retinol can increase sun sensitivity.
Ingredients
Water / Aqua / Eau, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propanediol, Glycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Trehalose, Panthenol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Polymethacrylate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Glyceryl Stearate, Polysilicone-11, Sodium Sulfite, Tocopherol, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract, Retinol, Allantoin, Glyceryl Caprylate, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax, Tocotrienols, Stearic Acid, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Palmitic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Sorbitan Isostearate, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, BHT, Beta-Carotene, Myristic Acid, Lauric Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Glutathione, Sodium Hyaluronate, 1-2-Hexanediol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
The manufacturer is responsible for the product’s ingredients. Due to possible changes, we always recommend checking the ingredient list directly on the packaging.



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