Retinol Cream for Face 2.5% with Hyaluronic Acid & Vitamins E & B5, 1.7 fl. oz.

I switched to this product after the retinol product I'd used for quite a few years was discontinued. It seems to be just as good, so I'm happy! My skin is smooth, soft, and as line- and wrinkle-free as can be hoped for at my age. I apply it to my face and neck at night after I've washed my face, wait 5-10 minutes for most of it to be absorbed, then top it with my usual moisturizer. It doesn't irritate my skin and has a light, pleasant scent.

I love this lotion which works much better than another brand I was using that cost 4x the price. This lotion goes on feeling rich and creamy but is quickly absorbed never leaving a greasy feel. I am a bit obsessed with this company because I truly every product I have tried and as a holistic Health Coach, I really appreciate that they use organic, safe ingredients and avoid parabens and other questionable ones. I also love that their products are chock full of ingredients whose effectiveness is backed by research that shows it to be effective. I know a face cream is not going to perform miracles, but I am a 54 year old AZ resident that has always had dryer skin, but since I started using Amara products my dry skin is gone and in its place I have smoother, softer skin that never flakes anymore. Their products all make my skin feel great, they smell fresh and never too strong and each one works and does what it claims to do. Bonus is the fact that their are very reasonably priced especially considering the ingredients used (which shows you how much unnecessary mark up is on other products with identical ingredients), and I love that the owners of this small company provide a personal touch with emails about how to use their products as well as fast and personal response to inquiries (which were just requests for additional products).

I've been using this product for almost a month now. I do not use it everyday as I understood the provided directions stating that when the product increases sensitivity to the sun so it is best to apply every other day or so when first starting to use it. I purchased this product in hopes of decreasing the dark spots I have on my cheeks due to what I believe are hyperpigmentation scars from acne :( however I use another similar product (Vitamin C Serum for Face with Hyaluronic Acid, 20% C + E Professional Topical Facial Skin Care Helps Repair Sun Damage, Fade Age Spots, Dark Circles) so it's hard to pinpoint which is most effective. I believe that together, they've helped reduce my dark spots but after almost 30 days of use, I would have hoped for more of an improvement. I do not have any photos, but I still use coverup everyday to cover my dark spots although I did notice that the less serious, lighter spots have definitely improved. I suppose the really tragic, daaaark spots will need more time. Overall, I feel that this product is of high quality as it is very hydrating - the areas I apply it to are immediately refreshened although I feel that is almost leaves a layer of moisture that I'm not particularly comfortable with, kind of like when you have sunscreen on your face. Thus I only apply it at night right before I go to bed. Otherwise it would probably bother me all day. Fortunately, it does not have any apparent negative affects on my skin - no breakouts or patches - phew. It does increase sun sensitivity so sunscreen is definitely recommended, but sunscreen should be worn everyday regardless so I guess it's just another important reason to apply sunscreen daily. There is a mild scent that I do not find offensive or bothersome. The cream spreads easily and only requires a small amount to cover a lot of surface area, which is great. In addition to treating my acne scars, I feel as though my acne problem has also ceased - yay! But I'm still not sure if it's due to this product in particular or another one that I am using. All I know is that it didn't make my acne worse.

This is my first time using retinol. Im 41 and beginning to see lines and just a dullness to my skin. Ive been using this product for a couple of weeks. First week I used it every other night and now every night. I am starting to see a mild redness on my cheeks and chin. I also had two very small pimples that were dry in a day. Nothing that would make me feel like I need to cover my face up to go out in public about. I use the vitamin c serum in the morning that seems to calm my skin and I use pure aloe vera which is very cooling and soothing. Its too soon to see any major results but retinol is a pretty proven product and this cream appears to be very good quality so I have high hopes. The scent is light and the cream is easy to spread, with a pea size covering my face, neck and backs of hands. The seller is wonderful, great shipping and great follow up.Follow up...changed from 4 to 5 stars! I'm seeing some real changes in my skin! The fine lines around my lips are fading but the biggest difference is my neck. I cat get over the reduction in the lines on my neck!! I'm thrilled with this product and all amara products really. I use the wash, c serum, c cream in the morning and switch between the retinol serum and the retinol cream at night.