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CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Face Serum - 1 fl oz - 2 of 4CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Face Serum - 1 fl oz - 3 of 4CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Face Serum - 1 fl oz - 4 of 4
CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Face Serum - 1 fl oz - 1 of 4

CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Face Serum - 1 fl oz

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Highlights

  • "• Reduces the appearance of post-acne marks and pores
  • • With 3 essential ceramides help restore the protective skin barrier
  • • Improves skin smoothness
  • • Non-comedogenic, paraben-free and fragrance-free formula for healthy looking skin
  • • Developed with dermatologists"

Description

Developed with dermatologists, CeraVe Retinol Face Serum is formulated - with 3 important ceramides, encapsulated retinol, and licorice root extract to reduce the appearance of post-acne marks and pores. This lightweight, fast-absorbing face serum, with encapsulated retinol and licorice root extract, not only reduces acne marks but also helps brighten, improve skin texture and resurface the skin. Gentle skin care formula, with ceramides 1, 3, and 6-II, helps restore the protective skin barrier, while MVE® Technology provides a controlled release of ingredients. Skin appears refined, with a healthy appearance.

Scent: Unscented
Health Facts: Contains Vitamin B3, Contains Licorice, Contains Retinol, Paraben-Free, Contains Ceramides, Contains Niacinamide, Noncomedogenic, No Fragrance Added
Product Form: Serum
Beauty Purpose: Skin Tone Improvement, Skin Texture Improvement, Exfoliating, Dark Spot Reduction
Recommended Skin Type: Acne-Prone, Mature
Features: Skin Toning Agent, Lightweight, Dermatologist Recommended, Non-Comedogenic
TCIN: 76545879
UPC: 3606000512276
Item Number (DPCI): 037-12-8192
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Ingredients:

aqua/water, propanediol, dimethicone, cetearyl ethylhexanoate, niacinamide, ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, dipotassium glycyrrhizate, hydrogenated lecithin, potassium phosphate, ceramide np, ceramide ap, ceramide eop, carbomer, cetearyl alcohol, behentrimonium methosulfate, dimethiconol, lecithin, sodium citrate, retinol, sodium hyaluronate, sodium lauroyl lactylate, cholesterol, phenoxyethanol, alcohol, isopropyl myristate, caprylyl glycol, citric acid, trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, pentylene glycol, phytosphingosine, xanthan gum, polysorbate 20, ethylhexylglycerin (code f.i.l. d233672/1)

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 5.03 inches length x 4.33 inches width x 1.53 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.14 pounds

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Q: what percentage of retinol is in this serum?

submitted by chara - 5 years ago
  • A: FYI, Neutrogena labels the percent quantity of retinol.

    submitted byWhy not - 2 years ago
  • A: Agree about the garbage response from Cerave for % of retinol! Fortunately there are other companies that do disclose that info. DO BETTER CERAVE!!

    submitted byReneeMI - 3 years ago
  • A: Found this on the web but cannot guarantee accuracy. "The Resurfacing Retinol Serum contains 32 ingredients. This CeraVe serum retinol percentage is 0.3% encapsulated retinol..."

    submitted bySadiesmom - 4 years ago
  • A: Hi there! Thank you for your inquiry. Except for active ingredients, information regarding the function and percentage of specific ingredients in our products is proprietary. If you would like more information regarding this subject, please visit www.cosmeticsinfo.org. This website contains safety information about cosmetic products, their ingredients and how they are tested and regulated. We hope this helps!

    submitted byCerave Product Expert - 5 years ago
    Brand expert
  • A: @Cerave Product Expert, in a product advertised as a Retinol Serum, Retinal should be an ACTIVE ingredient with the % disclosed

    submitted byDocrp - 3 years ago

Q: Is this product safe for teen skin?

submitted by Mom1234 - 11 months ago
  • A: Hello Mom1234. Thank you for your interest in CeraVe Resukrfacing Retinol Face Serum 1 fl oz. Unless specifically labeled for use on children, our products are not formulated for or tested for use on children. Our children’s products are not tested on children under the age of 3 years except those labeled as baby products. Please check with your child's pediatrician if you have questions about the use of a specific product. In accordance with US Consumer Product Safety Commission’s definition, we consider a child to be 12 years old and under. Thank you again for your enquiry.

    submitted byCerave Product Expert - 11 months ago
    Brand expert
  • A: Great question! It's typically not advised for early teens to use retinol, and we suggest using other gentle alternatives. For a personalized skincare routine, chat in and we can help guide you through a step-by-step regimen. Use the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button on any beauty product page. https://www.target.com/c/beauty/-/N-55r1x

    submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 11 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: Can i use a sal acid cleanser when using this?

submitted by Mms - 1 year ago
  • A: Hello Ms1124! It's wonderful you're interested in our Resurfacing Retinol Face Serum! Regarding the use of a salicylic acid cleanser with this serum, both are active ingredients designed to address skin concerns. Combining them might increase the potential for dryness or irritation, especially if your skin is sensitive. We generally recommend a cautious approach: perhaps use the salicylic acid cleanser in the morning and the retinol serum in the evening, or alternate them on different nights to ensure your skin remains comfortable and balanced. Always observe how your skin reacts to new combinations.

    submitted byCerave Product Expert - 1 year ago
    Brand expert
  • A: Great question! Yes, you can use a salicylic acid cleanser with the CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Face Serum, but you should not layer both a leave-on salicylic acid product and retinol in the same routine to avoid irritation. To incorporate both, use the salicylic acid cleanser in the morning and the retinol serum at night. For all your future beauty questions, get real-time answers using the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button, found on every product page. https://www.target.com/c/beauty/-/N-55r1x

    submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 1 year ago
    Brand expert

Q: Hello! If I use differin in the morning is it ok to then use this Cerave retinol at night? Thank you!

submitted by Bobbie - 3 years ago
  • A: Hey Bobbie, Great question! It is safe to use Cerave Resurfacing Retinol Face serum at night. We recommend to introduce it slowly into your skincare routine first, to see how your skin reacts. For all your future beauty questions, get real-time answers using the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button, found on every product page.

    submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 3 years ago
    Brand expert
  • A: Hello Bobbie, Thank you for your interest in our CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Face Serum - 1 fl oz ! It is safe to use Cerave Resurfacing Retinol Face serum at night. We recommend to introduce it slowly into your skincare routine first, using every other night for the first 2 weeks to see how your skin responds and then gradually working up to nightly use. When using any Retinol products, we strongly suggest that you use sunscreen during the day. We hope this information has been helpful and that you can use our products with great success!

    submitted byCerave Product Expert - 3 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: how many times can i use this in a day? once a day at night?

submitted by m - 3 years ago
  • A: Hey M, Great question! Retinol skincare products are best to use at night when you rest! Apply this Cerave Resurfacing Retinol Face serum at night after washing your face and follow up with your favorite moisturizer. Don't forget to always apply SPF in the day time to protect your skin. If you are new to using retinol, we recommend you start slowly, using two-three times a week and then gradually work your way up to every night. We hope this information has been helpful and that you will use CeraVe Products with great success!

    submitted byCerave Product Expert - 3 years ago
    Brand expert
  • A: Hey M, Great question! Retinol skincare products are best to use at night when you rest! Apply this Cerave Resurfacing Retinol Face serum at night after washing your face and follow up with your favorite moisturizer. Don't forget to always apply SPF in the day time to protect your skin. For all your future beauty questions, get real-time answers using the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button, found on every product page

    submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 3 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Can this be use during the day? Its says twice a day but not sure if am would be okay?

submitted by Jess - 3 years ago
  • A: Hey Jess, Great question! Retinol products are used best when you rest! We recommend to use the Cerave Resurfacing Retinol Face Serum just at night and always follow up with a SPF in the daytime. If you have not used Retinol before we recommend using once or twice a week and then gradually building up to every other night. We hope this information has been helpful and that you will try our products soon!

    submitted byCerave Product Expert - 3 years ago
    Brand expert
  • A: Hey Jess, Great question! Retinol products are used best when you rest! We recommend to use the Cerave Resurfacing Retinol Face Serum just at night and always follow up with a SPF in the daytime. If this is your first time using a retinol product, start slow and build your tolerance up! For all your future beauty questions, get real-time answers using the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button, found on every product page.

    submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 3 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: I have very large pores and over the years used many products that claim to minimize them but never do what makes this product work better then the rest and does it have proven results?

submitted by Inquiry - 5 years ago
  • A: Hi there! Thank you for inquiring about our Resurfacing Retinol Serum. Our formula contains encapsulated retinol to help resurface your skin, plus licorice root extract to help brighten your skin’s appearance. In addition, it's formulated with 3 essential ceramides that work together to lock in skins moisture and help restore your skin’s protective barrier, along with soothing niacinamide. MVE technology encapsulates ceramides to ensure efficient delivery within the skin’s barrier and slow release over time. Supporting your protective skin barrier, long after you’ve finish applying. We hope you give it a try for yourself!

    submitted byCerave Product Expert - 5 years ago
    Brand expert
  • A: Hello! The CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Serum works thanks to 3 essential ceramides to helps restore the protective skin barrier to reduce the appearance of post-acne marks and pores. We hope this helps!

    submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 5 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: hi there. can this be used am and pm? or just pm? thanks!

submitted by Brooke - 5 years ago
  • A: Hi there! Thank you for your inquiry. We recommend using our Resurfacing Retinol Serum twice a day for best results. We hope this helps!

    submitted byCerave Product Expert - 5 years ago
    Brand expert
  • A: You should not use retinol during the day because it makes your skin more sensitive to the sun.

    submitted byA - 4 years ago

Q: Can I use this after using the Cereve acne foaming cleanser

submitted by Mo Y - 3 days ago
  • A: Hello Mo Y Great question! Generally we would not recommend using this product at the same time as the CeraVe Acne Foaming Cleanser as it may cause dryness or irritation, especially in drier skin types. We would recommend using the Acne Foaming Cleanser in the morning and then using the CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Face Serum in the evening (you can pair it with our Hydrating Gentle Foaming Cleanser if you skin is prone to dryness). We hope this information is helpful and that you can use our products with great success!

    submitted byCerave Product Expert - 3 days ago
    Brand expert

Q: Does this have a tamper-proof seal?

submitted by AlwaysLookUp - 2 months ago
  • A: Hello AlwaysLookUp! We want to ensure your Resurfacing Retinol Face Serum arrives safely and securely, which is why our products typically feature protective shrink-wrap seals or tamper-evident bands around the pump mechanism to guarantee integrity. For any specific questions regarding skincare concerns or product usage, we always recommend consulting with a dermatologist or healthcare professional. We truly appreciate you reaching out to us with your question.

    submitted byCerave Product Expert - 2 months ago
    Brand expert

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