What it is: A dual-retinoid formula that works on two fronts: promoting clear, smooth texture and calms reactive skin, while supporting a balanced barrier.Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily Skincare Concerns: Pores, Redness, and Acne and BlemishesFormulation: SerumHighlighted Ingredients:- Two Advanced Retinoids (Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate and Adapinoid): Works in the pores to clear congestion and support root cause. - Astralagus and Holy Basil blend: Adaptogens soothe irritation and stressed skin.- Peptide Complex: Blend of peptides to reduce the look of pores and calm surface redness. Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free.What Else You Need to Know: This serum redefines retinol for blemish-prone skin with advanced retinoids that clear congestion and smooth texture. Adaptogenic botanicals calm reactive skin, while peptides support a healthy skin barrier—for a balanced, resilient, and clearer complexion.Clean at SephoraClean at Sephora is our commitment to offering effective products without certain ingredients, such as parabens, sulfates, phthalates, and mineral oils. Learn more here.
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What it is: A dual-retinoid formula that works on two fronts: promoting clear, smooth texture and calms reactive skin, while supporting a balanced barrier.Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily Skincare Concerns: Pores, Redness, and Acne and BlemishesFormulation: SerumHighlighted Ingredients:- Two Advanced Retinoids (Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate and Adapinoid): Works in the pores to clear congestion and support root cause. - Astralagus and Holy Basil blend: Adaptogens soothe irritation and stressed skin.- Peptide Complex: Blend of peptides to reduce the look of pores and calm surface redness. Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free.What Else You Need to Know: This serum redefines retinol for blemish-prone skin with advanced retinoids that clear congestion and smooth texture. Adaptogenic botanicals calm reactive skin, while peptides support a healthy skin barrier—for a balanced, resilient, and clearer complexion.Clean at SephoraClean at Sephora is our commitment to offering effective products without certain ingredients, such as parabens, sulfates, phthalates, and mineral oils. Learn more here.
I’ve used Sunday Riley for a few years. Was using the A+ retinoid, only tried cause the employee saw my hormonal acne marks on my chin and recommended it. Honestly I feel time cleared my post acne marks more than this serum.
I got this retinol to help with my acne flare up’s and improve texture and while I notice some minor improvement this product doesn’t deliver as drastic of a change as A+
I suspect I received a defective bottle, which is quite disappointing given the price. The formula felt unusually oily/liquid-like (more like a makeup remover than a serum). I experienced a similar issue with the Sunday Riley Breakout Breakup Cleanser, but in that case the texture became more gel-like after shaking the bottle. Shaking this product did not resolve the issue. After my first use, I woke up with two new small pimples. I have oily, acne-prone skin that is also quite sensitive, and this product did not perform as expected.
[I received this product in exchange for my honest review] I received this free product from @influenster and @sunday Riley in exchange for my honest review. Thisbserum works really good. It helps improve the look of skin, pores and texture.
I've been using Sunday Riley's A.I. Adaptive Retinoid Serum For Blemish Prone Skin for about two weeks now. I was using Sunday Riley's A+ High-Dose Retinol Serum and have been using it for years - about five years. I am 52-years-old and I'm still getting acne here and there. I've been using the AI Adaptive Retinoid Serum and found it to be lightweight and absorbs well. It doesn't feel sticky, heavy, or greasy. I have noticed the pores on my nose and the sides of my nose are smaller. Usually by the end of the day I can see those pores, but not with this serum. Also, the overall texture and tone of my skin is even. So my makeup wears smoother. It also helped heal some zits I had on my chin. Another great product from Sunday Riley.
[I received this product in exchange for my honest review] Very good for my chin and forehead acne. Keeps my skin exfoliated and taut. I use with a moisturizer for best result so my skin doesn’t get too dry .
[I received this product in exchange for my honest review] Another day, another review that's going to get me pulled off someone's PR list. This was my first time using a Sunday Riley product, and long story short, it won't happen again. This was the worst retinol I've ever used. It stings, it smells weird and it left my skin tacky. Honestly, all it really has going for it is the pretty packaging. Did I mention it was $85 freaking dollars?! In this economy? Absolutely not. Don't bother. Aside from the product, using the term "AI" in a real-life skincare product is wild to me. AI constantly sets such unrealistic expectations beauty standards. To me, it feels tone-deaf to name a serum after something that has caused so much harm to the beauty industry as a whole. Like I mentioned before, this was my first Sunday Riley product. I'm so unimpressed that I'll be avoiding this brand entirely from now on.
[I received this product in exchange for my honest review] Loving this retiniod serum by Sunday Riley. This product is great for acne prone skin. It helps reduce the appearance of blemishes and also gives benefits of anti-aging.
[I received this product in exchange for my honest review] got it for my mom, the ingredients are nice and clean. Packaging was beautiful. Texture is light, no scent which is good and effective when it comes to usage
I have blemish-prone skin and was nervous about using a retinoid, but this one is surprisingly gentle. It absorbs quickly, doesn’t feel heavy, and has helped smooth my skin and calm breakouts. I’ve noticed clearer-looking skin without major irritation. Definitely a great option if you want results without harsh side effects!
