BEST RETINOL SERUMS 2024 - Reduce Wrinkles Fast

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hey guys and welcome to todays video.. so which retinoid do you use - let me know in the comments below.. love you all x

[@kreegee4449]

You had me at "Prefect":)

[@JasonCh-iy8ev]

Loving the skincare awards

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much hun x

[@Borneo1834]

Hi Rob, I'm so happy, my MAS collection finally arrived! 😍The box looks very pretty, I love the packaging, the color combinations, the graphics and the italian card of course… Excellent as well the matt finish for bottles and the classy touch of tissue paper! It's clear that you put a lot of passion, care and attention to every detail! Super! So nice to read your handwritten note inside the box, really thoughtful of you! Thank you so so much and have a wonderful evening. Ciao 🙂

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh amazing I am so so happy its arrived :) and your kind words have put the biggest smile on my face.. I really hope you enjoy all the products.. love x

[@templar.]

i started with the Dr V's Antioxidant Serum (0.5% Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, 0.2% Retinyl Palmitate, 0.1% Retinaldehyde, 0.1% Retinol) with Face Theory's A15 (15% Azelaic Acid, Colloidal Oatmeal, and Green Tea) only 2x a week for multiple weeks and my face was burnnnnnng for 20min every time. Last night, I accidentally grabbed my A5 from G&G and had already pumped out some product so I decided to give it a try and it was sooo much more manageable (still with A15). There was a slight tingle but it was a 2/10 compared to the 8/10 I was feeling with the Antioxidant Serum. Decided I'm going to continue with the A5, move up to A10, then back to the Antioxidant Serum, and thennn give A20 a try!

[@SBCinNC]

Rob, I just love your Ultimate Anti-Aging oil. I also really appreciate the handwritten note in my order. Very kind! I just ordered your Multi-Active Super Serum. I can't wait to try it. My 64-year old skin feels great and is looking better everyday with all your helpful recommendations. You are appreciated!

[@ksdina2818]

Tretinoin 0.1, quite hard core here, but i have been using it for 6 years. Looking now to use on my neck, I can't tolerate it, although i never had any problem around my eye area. I like the idea of the MAS oil for the neck and the body! ❤

[@MadAboutSkin]

Wow I wish my skin could tolerate Tret but its a no go for me more than a couple of times a week.. If you try the MAS one on the neck I hope it works well for you hun.. sending love x

[@Tereselynn]

Rob the Naturium Retinaldehyde 0. 10% cream serum is pretty good too👍 - she also has the 0.5% also (which I think is more for a gentle serum)

[@Sonnie0325]

I'm using MAS Ultimate Anti-aging serum. I'm really loving it so far! My current lineup is awesome rn!!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh thats amazing thank you so much for your support and I am so happy your enjoying the oil :) love x

[@Lotta_K]

Thanks for a great video (as usual)! ✨ I use the retinAl from The Ordinary and it really does wonders for my skin, better than any retinOl from any brand I've ever tried! But I can only use it 3-4 times a week and definitely not every night, otherwise my skin flakes and becomes super sensitive. But it doesn't really matter, it still works so much better than expected and the product also lasts longer. 😁

[@myheartwaves]

TO? That's what it's called? Is it expensive?

[@leeck5491]

​@@myheartwaves I believe it stands for the ordinary. It's one of the better priced retinals.

[@myheartwaves]

@@leeck5491 Thank you! 😊

[@Lotta_K]

​@@myheartwavesit's The Ordinary. 😊

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh thats amazing.. it is the case that some brands formulations just work better for certain people so I totally understand where you are coming from.. thank you so much for sharing x

[@Sara-ue6np]

Hi! I’m using the Geek & Gorgeous A-game that you recommended. (And their power peptides) Love it! Thank you!🥰

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh thats amazing and I am so happy its working for you hun.. sending love xx

[@paulinemaxton2938]

Happy Sunday all

[@MadAboutSkin]

Happy Sunday hun x

[@fenzirulfr]

Tretinoin for my face, geek and gorgeous retinal for my neck, medik8 retinal eye serum for around my eyes

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh that medik8 one will be in the best eye creams video for sure - I love it :) thanks for sharing your recommendations x

[@sooz624]

I've been using the Ksecret 2% liposomal retinal serum, it's the first retinoid I use in the whole face and I've never gotten any irritation, it's so nice it makes me wonder if it works or not 😅 I liked it so much I'll start this week with the new Ksecret 1% cream and 4% eye serum... wish me luck!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh we are on this journey together as I have just got their higher strength ones and will be starting them this week :) love xx

[@sooz624]

Yeeeeeyyyy 🫶

[@dpowers2005]

I've been using the BOJ retinal eye cream, but all over my face and neck for about a month now. Its so gentle on my skin. I can use it every other day. My lines and saggy neck skin are already starting to look better. I love watching your award series to see what I might add to my skincare route next.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh thank you so so much hun.. your support means a lot to me and sending you so much love xx

[@lynkdn9618]

Hey Rob!!! Hard core tret 0.5% ❤ the video you rock!!!❤❤❤

[@MadAboutSkin]

Haha hardcore for sure :) - wish my skin could tolerate Tret better than it does.. sending you so much love x

[@janm9309]

Hey I found another K-Secret Retinal, 1% Liposome in fermented rice! Lovely for the neck and when I don’t want to use Tret. I don’t need a moisturiser after AND it’s 50ml!!

[@MadAboutSkin]

I just saw it too .. they have a couple of other strengths so I am going to order them and test them out.. love x

[@tyresseferguson2462]

I use both, I use a retinol eye cream, and 2 nights a week, I use TO retinal emulsion

[@MadAboutSkin]

I love the ordinary emulsions, they are the best of their retinoids for sure.. hope all is amazing with you hun.. love x

[@BaggeBeauty]

Can't wait to get my G&G one 🥰👌👏 I just the Ordinary and it is fine, but I'm always looking for a better product ❤ Lots of love darling ❤️ 😊

[@MadAboutSkin]

Love you hun x

[@lisa-lisa-lisa]

the MAS oil is a great product. it keeps me from peeling.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh thank you so much hun I am so happy its working well for you.. sending love x

[@tthibideau]

I’m more hardcore with tret. It was easy to get a prescription from my GP, and the price I pay for tret (after my medical benefits kick in) is so much lower than any retinal or retinol product.

[@EarthFirstGoVegan]

I’ve use tretinoin 3x per week and the ordinary on other days. No problem with sensitivity. And I use a high power exfoliant on the day I don’t use either. Every night gets a special added treatment of some sort.

[@MadAboutSkin]

I can just about tolerate tret 2 times a week no problem which is good.. hope all is amazing with you xx

[@yukikok2044]

My skin can’t tolerate retinoids😢I can use bakuchiol and copper and other collagen-boosting peptides. I am now using The Ordinary’s Argireline, Timeless and G&G power peptide serum. I am highly waiting for buying Mad About Skin serum😊 Do you think these retinoids free skincare regimen is OK for mature skin?

[@robinmagdahlen2721]

I have used naturium and medik8. I have liked them both. But I am not commitment them. I thought about tretinoin but frankly I’m really tired of all the hype or need to jump through hoops.

[@mali-hz4cb]

Currently using the ordinary retinal, going to try A Game 20 next!

[@MadAboutSkin]

I really think you will love the G&G more - you will have to keep me posted on your thoughts though. love x

[@mali-hz4cb]

@@MadAboutSkin I'm so excited for it! I'm going to make a big order during Black Friday for G&G! ♥️

[@yesicabaez6329]

Hello mad what is the best work for wrinkles serum rotine thank for this video I'm used ordinary retinol

[@Brigitte-yd4rr]

I use the Renoil by L'Oreal serum and the Ester L'Oreal reniol serum. What do you think 🤔? And should the Renoil be used before or after the night cream or day cream or moisturizer.

[@MadAboutSkin]

I think both of them are ok but neither brand share the concentration so you dont know exactly what is in them.. I would personally swap to a retinal and I think you would see some enhanced results.. love x

[@Brigitte-yd4rr]

@@MadAboutSkin Thanks and what I have is the L'Oreal serum Renoil for the night 🌃🌉. I don't think that you need a lot on your face in the evening. Smile 😊.

[@dawnie1101]

Brilliant video. I use Dermatica prescription tretinoin on my face but it's too strong for my neck and chest so use Geek and Gorgeous A Game retinal 0.05 which I started using after watching your video last year. It's perfect, does the job with zero irritation. I would advise anyone to start off with the Geek and Gorgeous. 05 as it's a fantastic cream and easy to get from Amazon in the UK. Thanks xx💖💖💖

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh thank you so much hun your support means a lot to me and thank you for sharing your recommendations which I totally agre with xx

[@joshbonner9409]

I need to try the geek and gorgeous redinaldehyde 0.2!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Its so so good hun - such a good price xx

[@joshbonner9409]

@ I will! It’s actually not to hard to access it in Australia.

[@Nora-ky9dp]

Hey James, another fantastic video thank you but big question. I am an advanced retinal user and I was under the impression that K Secret was your favorite .2 retinaldehyde serum. How would you rate it compared to the ordinary or Geek and gorgeous because I have bought K Secret on your recommendation (which I am loving) , but you don’t mention it in this video…….? 🤨🥰

[@markvincent5241]

Hi Rob, will you be reviewing the medik8 crystal retinal 24?

[@MadAboutSkin]

I have it on order and super excited to try it :) love x

[@mariaannunziata4786]

Rob, the Facetheory Retinal 0.2 is less powerful than the other Retinal (Ordinary and G & G)?

[@sebastienm5235]

Hey Rob. I’ve been using the G&G 0.05 for some time now. I can’t thank you enough for speaking about this amazing brand.I’m so in love with it. My skin is resilient. Do you think i could use the 0.05 every other evening and start using the 0.1 on other evenings? Wishing a wonderful day

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hey hun thank you so much for your kind words.. Yes I think you would be able to but I would say do like you suggest every other day and then see how your skin tolerates it before going full to the 10.. love x

[@sebastienm5235]

@@MadAboutSkin Thank you for your quick answer. Ok, I’ll try every other day or every 2 other days according to how my skin feels. Thanks again for sharing your precious knowledge and skincare tips with your community. I’m always looking forward to watching every new video. xx

[@mefreee2]

I used Ordinary .2 retinal for over a year and saw absolutely no change whatsoever. Paulas Choice 1% was way better.

[@zainabaman6550]

Hi Rob, thanks for sharing your top 5 favorite retinal serums of 2024. Have you tried Dr. Sam’s nightly pro serum (0.2% retinal)? If yes, what’s your opinion on that? Thanks 😊

[@olga_b344]

Have you ever used Trenoin? Is there a reason why you stick with non-prescription retinol? I have recently started using Tret , and getting headaches, but I don’t know if it’s the Tret . I may go back to retinal because I never had headaches during that time. Sending you lots of love thank you for being so awesome. XOXO.

[@jcrider392]

Hey MAS Family, Any advice when you're going through some tough times as we all do in life and having a hard time caring/keeping the motivation to stay consistent with your skincare routine? I've been hit with a lot and know there's many worse off, but I'm just seeking any advice as I've been really hit and miss and don't want to lose any of the phenomenal results this past year and a half thanks to this channel. Sorry to be a downer, but I love the family vibe Rob's created here, and I trust I'll get something that will help. Love ya all!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh I am so sorry to hear your going through it hun.. I agree though we all have those times when doing a routine is just not the priority.. my advice would be to get a good multi active serum in your routine and use that daily and keep up with your SPF - simple routine but should help maintain the results until you feel able to do more.. stay strong and sending you so so much love xx

[@jcrider392]

Thanks so much, Rob. THAT'S why you're having so much success. You haven't grown "too big to care." I think that's a great idea. I am prescribed tretinoin, and routine typically had 4-5 steps. Just no motivation to go through those lately, and I have never seen it as a chore, but "me time." I had even started Red Light Therapy just prior to everything seeming to crumble. Thanks for the advice and encouragement. I'll get back up and be stronger in the end. You know it's going to be your sunscreen. Would you recommend your antioxidant or serum (forget the exact name) alongside the sunscreen? Also, on THOSE days, would micellar water be OK for my cleanser? Sorry to add therapist to your title, lol. I really do appreciate it.

[@tthibideau]

Sorry to hear that you’ve had some rough times Jason. I totally understand the lack of motivation to go through a skincare routine some nights as it happens to me too. I think that when it comes to those rough times, you have to just do what you can do. If it means a micellar water to cleanse the skin, then so be it. Personally, if I was choosing between the super serum or the MAS antioxidant cream, I would go for the super serum as it is meant to give your skin what it needs. It is a skincare routine in a bottle. Overall, I hope you are well and that the rough times end sooner than later. Sending lots of love xxxxx

[@jcrider392]

Thanks, Tom, I so appreciate the genuine care both you and Rob responded with. I'm definitely confident things are already starting to turn. I think you know what I mean when it's not just impacted skincare but all aspects of life, even those areas like skincare and weight training that I have always enjoyed and been "me" time while getting great results and boosting confidence. Had bloodwork and doesn't seem to be anything medically like mono causing it. I'm one to bottle things up and think the balloon just popped and having to face everything I'd bottled up. Having a great support group of friends and truly those like yourself and Rob to share truly has started the feeling of finally turning the page/ corner. In fact, on my way to the gym in just a bit. With all the truly incredible results this channel has allowed in terms of skincare, I'm determined to not allow this to also take some of those results away as well. I'll be ordering that serum and probably the sunscreen as well later today. My first since the new shipping, so hopefully, they will arrive much sooner. Thanks again. You two are proof of the massive benefits social media can have. I know we all deal with things and hope anyone who may read this finds it helpful. Life's too short, love one another. Thanks again!

[@milad2702]

Hi thanks a lot for your great videos!.Im currently using retino (o.5%)l by the brand klarskin do you know this brand?thanks

[@MadAboutSkin]

Oh I dont know that brand but I will check them out.. thanks for the recommendation. love x

[@fress-gefuhl9523]

At 55, I am told I look much younger, a student at a class I was teaching said I look 35 😊. This is what I do: I use retinol (not over my eyelids) every second or third evening, and vitamin C, i use red light therapy, micro current (Nuface but zip may be superior) , an amazing neck cream, of course copper serum every few days (very inexpensive, I use the ordinary) also a few serums, and I do consume hydrolyzed collagen, vitamin D , and I try to drink a good amount of water and exercise regularly, and I try to sleep on my back (I have a special pillow to help with this) hyaluronic acid is ok but it will suck the moisture out if u are in a dry climate, so slather moisture on top, also… some people like snail mucin for extra moisture or there are a few other good serums (esp Korean. Finds like beauty of Joseon), I haven’t tried NEWA yet for jaw laxity but I will try soon, laser treatments can be good too like Fraxel esp for under the eyes. For dry eyes, surprisingly, in addition to a heat mask and preservative free eye drops, caster oil, and the eyelets surprisingly seems to help lastly, I forget the name for it, but if you have quite dry eyes as I do, you can put your eye cream on and then put an ointment on top , Dr Dray recommends this , and it so works ! (Even Vaseline, if u have nothing else, will work). Yours in glass skin, cheers 🥂

[@elbavega9304]

Could you please let us know which special pillow do you have? TIA

[@MRDEREVKO]

Oh no! I am so annoyed! I got confused as well, ilve been using the Geek and Gorgeous one, and I wanted to try a new brand, so I bought the K Secret one, thinking it was the same strength! Urgh I've gone backwards! I'm so annoyed. Thanks for the video 😊

[@MadAboutSkin]

My pleasure hun and the k-secret one is still a great product dont worry xx

[@anne-mariegoose6026]

The face factory 0.05 is pricy, how does the G&G A-game 5 compare?

[@MadAboutSkin]

Very similar and I think if you want a more affordable option then the G&G is a great one. love x

[@anne-mariegoose6026]

Thank you 😊

[@jameslongmore3830]

I use retrieve retin a from my dr and the ordanairys new 2% serum around my eyes its a retineldahide I think.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts x

[@traciallen4581]

Hi Rob, i have a question about your video last week. Can i mix your Multi Active Super Serum and Geek & Gorgeous Power Peptides in a pump bottle without ruining the efficacy of the ingredients? Thank you. I always look forward to your videos :)

[@MadAboutSkin]

Hi hun.. In theory yes but I would always suggest not mixing as there is no guarantee the formulations will remain stable in the long term so better mix as you go if that makes sense.. ,love x

[@tthibideau]

Why not just layer your serums?

[@theyneedhelp5005]

Ciao tesoro. Non hai MAI parlato di ROC 😮. Mi piacerebbe sentire la TUA su questo retinoide 😊❤ . Grazie tesoro ❤

[@MadAboutSkin]

I dont use them as they are not that easy to get here in the UK and they are on the expensive side but I think they are cheaper in Europe xx

[@theyneedhelp5005]

@MadAboutSkin grazie tesoro NO, non costano poco ( doppio di G&G), per niente 🥴😵‍💫 Chiedevo la tua opinione perché quasi tutti dicono che È IL MIGLIORE retinoidi/ tretinoidi. Comu6ti ringrazio pe la risposta. Un grande abbraccio dal'Italia 😘🤗❤️

[@sazyes998]

Can you do a award for best face mask and award for best cleansers?

[@MadAboutSkin]

Both coming up in the next month :) love x

[@ayisukayisuky7440]

Follow your recommendation I am using GG A-Game 10. Would like to try higher strength. Wait for November sales to stock for 2025😅. Thank you ❤

[@MadAboutSkin]

Haha same here I am waiting for the Nov sales before buying anything at all lol.. love xx

[@gerriehogan9063]

Retinal here!

[@MadAboutSkin]

Same here hun x

[@karena4718]

I received a text from Allies of Skin on their retinoid. Any thoughts as I know you like their products and I am using their lifting serum you suggested. I don't like their price, but... in Rob I trust.

[@MadAboutSkin]

I love their retinoid and its a good option if your looking for an all in one serum (there is so much in the formulation) so if you do go for it I would just cleanse, use the allies retinal and then go to sleep :)... I think they have 30% off right now (did when I last checked) and if you use code ROBERT you get a free lip balm with the order (I didnt even know this lol until someone else told me lol) love xx

[@Lily_Tran]

How long do you recommend using a retinol for before moving up in strength?

[@woollyclouds2677]

Generally if you aren't noticing irritation after 4/5 weeks its safe to say you can move up to the next strength

[@MadAboutSkin]

I usually say 2 months to be on the safe side but honestly its fine after you have used one bottle of a product providing your skin tolerates it xx

[@apollineadiju525]

How about Facetheory Retinal 0.2? Isn't that a high strength option too?

[@MadAboutSkin]

Yes indeed it would be a good high strength option for sure.. love it x

[@bonniekellyromeo9073]

Retinal, Maelove brand

[@MadAboutSkin]

Great option I love this one so much.. love x

[@paulam6182]

Whats your thoughts on the medik8 formulas now...are these better now than that x

[@MadAboutSkin]

I love them but I think they are just as good as the G&G one but for more money so I shop G&G for the price saving.. love x

[@paulam6182]

Thanks..but is the medik8 a higher strength than all these say the 20 and now 24. Would they be higher than the ordinary xx

[@ElaineButler-m6u]

Loving the skincare awards. Just wondering if you have stopped using tret ❤

[@MadAboutSkin]

Thank you so much hun.. I havent but my skin can only tolerate it a couple of times a week so I use these on the 'off' days if that makes sense :) love xx

[@wagstaff6135]

Is not that Seoul1988 also .2%? Or is that number not all rentinal? (Or am I just wrong?)

[@MadAboutSkin]

its lightly less than that owing to the combination of ingredients but its still a really effective one and they have just come out with an even higher strength which is the same as G&G and the ordinary x

[@danielmtpereira]

Was watching and had the same doubt. For me, its the best off all the mentioned. Plus Niacinamide, Bakuchiol, and many other actives. And the fact that its retinal liposome makes him less irritant.

[@lauren.e]

@@MadAboutSkin Isn't it actually just 0,02%? The cocentration for the KSecret is impossible to find, but the beauty of josean eye cream with 2% retinal Liposome has a 0,02 % concentration.

[@High_Heels_Lady]

does any of you know the Retinol percentage of Murad retinol youth renewal serum? I started using it because it was gifted to me and by now I'm using it nearly every evening with no purging etc. Since it's way to expensive for me to rebuy it, I'd like to know where I stand in the low-mid or high strength game :)

[@MadAboutSkin]

I dont sorry though if you reach out to the brand they should be able to tell you that x

[@High_Heels_Lady]

@@MadAboutSkin Update: I asked them and I got an answer pretty quickly: "we don't disclose the percentage; our products are designed for the biggest impact possible - the ingredients work as a whole and not individually" (sry for any "strange" english, I got the answer in german and translated it for everyone here on the fly)

[@ATiger-me5vc]

I’m confused. My bottle of Seoul 1988 says it’s 2% retinal, is that not the same strength as the ordinary and g&g? What makes the Seoul 1988 mid strength?

[@MadAboutSkin]

Its a retinal lyposome so its not a straight conversion in terms of percentage.. its a mid strength for sure but they now do a 4% which is the equivalent to G&G.. Hope this helps x

[@ATiger-me5vc]

@@MadAboutSkinI see, thanks Rob. Btw I love your channel.

[@frederickfrank3736]

I use the Ksecret you juste mention

[@MadAboutSkin]

I love it so much.. really effective but not sensitising on the skin xx

[@asaf4070]

Have you tried the Theramid retinoid products?

[@MadAboutSkin]

I have and I love them.. such a great brand xx

[@paulinemaxton2938]

First

[@MadAboutSkin]

The queen of click for Sunday xx

[@Curiouscreator2]

There aren't many reviews on the face theory retinal serum. I'm searching for a multi active retinal serum...has anybody has positive experience? Face theory haven't disclosed their percentages in that serum.

[@MadAboutSkin]

Their new retinal serums all have the percentages disclosed and they have 3 different strengths.. are those the ones you mean ? x

[@Curiouscreator2]

@MadAboutSkin yes those are the ones. Do they disclose the percentages of the other ingredients like the niacinamide, vitamin c? X

[@nyssamo9302]

Would love love love a MAS cream/oil body moisturizer, basically a combination of your moisturizer and the retinal oil 😍 love xx

[@ChrisJonesJan2024]

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[@MadAboutSkin]

Love xx

[@navdeepgill4066]

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[@MadAboutSkin]

love xx

[@adam_the_pro]

Where is medik8?? You used to say it's the best! Maybe their pr needs to be more active

[@MadAboutSkin]

Its nothing to do with PR its down to the price point.. the Medik8 is still wondeful but I would say its as good as the G&G one which is 5x cheaper so why wouldn't we just go with that one :) - sending love

[@SkipWilliams-bh1tu]

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[@MadAboutSkin]

love xx

[@meganduncan2360]

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[@MadAboutSkin]

thank you so much hun x

[@Labrexa]

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[@MadAboutSkin]

Love xx