No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Serum
Credit: No7
Pros
- Measurably smooths skin
- Minimizes pores
- Soaks in fast
Cons
- Could cause mild irritation
Specs
| Size | 1 oz. |
| Key ingredients | Retinyl palmitate, peptides, hyaluronic acid |
| Best for | Anti-aging |
No7’s superstar serum made with a form of retinol was a winner of the GH Beauty Lab’s anti-aging serum test, excelling at smoothing skin. In assessment with the Visia Complexion Analyzer device before and after four weeks of use, it earned perfect scores for improving texture and reducing the appearance of pores, though some noted slight irritation.
Users also gave the formula high ratings for having a pleasant feel and absorbing quickly. “The skin on my face appears softer and smoother and wrinkles and pores are less noticeable,” a user marveled. Another agreed: “My skin looks younger.”
RoC Retinol Correxion Max Daily Hydration Crème
Credit: Roc Skincare
Pros
- Reduces lines and deep wrinkles on face and eyes
- Diminishes dark spots
- Hydrates skin
Cons
- May be too heavy for oily or acne-prone skin
This GH Seal star RoC retinol cream for day or night is proven to deliver anti-aging results both quickly and over time. It left skin looking 32% smoother and more radiant after just one week of use, and hydrated it for 24 hours. After four weeks, people saw a further reduction in fine lines and eye wrinkles, with continued improvement through eight weeks of use.
