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Obagi Retinol 0.5
What's inside

Key ingredients

  • Retinol

All Skin Types · 28g

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Step by step

How to use

  1. 01Apply one pump or a pearl-sized amount to the face once a day in the evening and massage until absorbed.
  2. 02Use SPF the next morning.
Hannah's tip

Start retinol at 0.5%, two or three nights a week, and build up over a month

Why you'll love it
  • Gentle introduction to retinol
  • Smooths fine lines and texture
  • Slow-release delivery for less irritation
  • Ideal before stepping up to 1.0

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Obagi Retinol 0.5

Authorised Obagi provider · genuine UK stock

£95.00

Tax included. Collected from our Rainford clinic. Size: 28g.

  • Gentle introduction to retinol
  • Smooths fine lines and texture
  • Slow-release delivery for less irritation

Add £105.00 more after this for a free skin analysis (worth £50).

Skin type
Suits all skin types
Product
Retinol · 28g
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Collect in clinic with a skin check. Choose an appointment in your basket to complete your consultation, have your face scan and collect your products. Every collection includes a scan to track your progress. Collect from: HC Skin, 38 Church Road, Rainford, St Helens, WA11 8HD · Mon to Sun, 9am to 8pm · Get directions
Overview

Obagi Retinol 0.5 is a gentle, cream-based retinol and the best starting point for anyone new to vitamin A.

Key ingredients

Retinol.

Full ingredients (INCI)

Water (aqua), caprylic/capric triglyceride, glyceryl stearate, cyclopentasiloxane, butylene glycol, stearic acid, polysorbate 60, butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter, glycerin, stearyl alcohol, cyclohexasiloxane, dimethicone, retinol, calendula officinalis flower extract, camellia sinensis leaf extract, chamomilla recutita (matricaria) flower extract, dipotassium glycyrrhizate, sodium hyaluronate, tocopheryl acetate, bisabolol, ascorbic acid, carthamus tinctorius (safflower) seed oil, sorbitol, glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid copolymer, dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, allyl methacrylates crosspolymer, caprylyl glycol, ethylhexylglycerin, hexylene glycol, polysorbate 20, carbomer, disodium EDTA, triethanolamine, BHT, phenoxyethanol

Ingredients can change. Always check the list on your pack before use.

Safety information

When using this product, you may experience mild redness, peeling, or skin irritation. These are normal, temporary indications the product is working. If irritation occurs, limit use to every other night, or as tolerated. When skin has adjusted, revert to daily use. Daily use of a broad spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher is highly recommended. Avoid getting into eyes. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. For external use only. Keep out of reach of children.

Patch test on a small area 24 hours before first use. Stop using and seek advice if irritation, redness or swelling persists.

Contains vitamin A (retinol). Do not use if you are pregnant, trying to conceive or breastfeeding unless your GP or midwife has said it is safe. Use SPF daily, and stop use a week before waxing or a peel.

If you have a skin condition or take prescribed medication, ask our team at your collection appointment.

What Retinol 0.5 does

Obagi Retinol 0.5 is a gentle, cream-based retinol and the best starting point for anyone new to vitamin A. It suits all skin types and is ideal for early signs of ageing, dullness or uneven texture.

This Obagi retinol cream uses entrapped retinol that releases gradually, encouraging skin turnover while keeping irritation low. Used regularly at night, it helps resurface the skin and reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles for a smoother, fresher complexion. Once your skin is comfortable, you can step up to Retinol 1.0. Some dryness is normal at first, so start slowly and always apply SPF the next morning.

Key benefits

  • Gentle introduction to retinol
  • Smooths fine lines and texture
  • Slow-release delivery for less irritation
  • Ideal before stepping up to 1.0

How to use Retinol 0.5

Apply one pump or a pearl-sized amount to the face once a day in the evening and massage until absorbed. Use SPF the next morning.

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Comparison

Compare Obagi retinol

Choose by experience: start at 0.5, move to 1.0 once your skin is comfortable, or choose PHA for a gentler cream.

Retinol 0.5 Viewing Retinol 1.0 Retinol + PHA Refining Night Cream
Strength0.5% retinol1.0% retinolEntrapped retinol with PHA
Best forNew to retinolSkin already used to retinolSensitive skin, gentle smoothing
How to start2 to 3 nights a week, building upAfter 0.5, as toleratedNightly once tolerated
Key ingredientsRetinolRetinolEntrapped Retinol, Gluconolactone (PHA), Sodium Hyaluronate
Size28g28g50ml
Price£95.00£95.00£110.00
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Retinol 0.5: your questions

How do I use Retinol 0.5?

Apply one pump or a pearl-sized amount to the face once a day in the evening and massage until absorbed. Use SPF the next morning. Full directions are on the packaging.

Is Retinol 0.5 right for my skin?

Retinol 0.5 suits all skin types. It is a good choice for acne & blemishes, fine lines & wrinkles. Not sure? Book a free skin analysis.

What can I use with Retinol 0.5?

Retinol 0.5 works well with Obagi Daily Hydro-Drops Facial Serum and Obagi Daily Hydro-Drops Rejuvenating Eye Gel Cream. Finish your morning routine with SPF50.

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How it works

Every order is collected at a clinic appointment you choose. We do not deliver.

  1. 1
    Order online

    Choose your Obagi products online and pay securely. Everything is collected in clinic.

  2. 2
    Pick your appointment

    In your basket, choose a date and time to visit our Rainford clinic.

  3. 3
    Visit the clinic

    Complete your consultation form, have your Observ 520x face scan and collect your products.

  4. 4
    Come back every order

    Each time you restock, we scan your skin again and compare it with your last visit, so you can check your progress.

We're with you between visits. Message our skin team on WhatsApp any time for advice on your routine.

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