La Roche Posay Retinol B3

Product Details

That’s *La Roche-Posay Retinol B3 Serum*, 30 mL/29 g dropper bottle. *Short summary:* - *Use*: Anti-wrinkle, regenerating resurfacing serum for face - *Key actives*: Pure Retinol + Gradual Release Retinol + Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide) + Glycerin + Thermal Spring Water - *Claim*: Targets deep wrinkles, photoaging, and irregular tone. Regenerating and unifying concentrate - *Texture*: Lightweight, hydrating serum with a slight milky feel. Absorbs fast, no heavy residue - *Best for*: Sensitive or beginner skin wanting real retinol results without major irritation This is LRP’s “tolerable retinol.” It uses a combo of pure retinol plus gradual release retinol to keep irritation low while still being effective. The exact % isn’t disclosed, but it’s estimated around 0.1-0.3%. Vitamin B3 is niacinamide, which repairs the barrier and calms redness that retinol can cause. Glycerin adds hydration so it’s less drying than most retinols. *How to use*: PM only. Start 2 nights per week on dry skin after moisturizer for the first 2 weeks. Then move to bare skin before moisturizer if tolerated. Work up to nightly. 3-4 drops for face and neck. Avoid eye area. *Important*: Don’t layer with other retinols, AHAs/BHA, benzoyl peroxide, or vitamin C in the same routine. Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding. Anthelios UVMune 400 SPF every morning is mandatory or you’ll undo the results and risk more pigmentation. *How it fits your lineup*: This is stronger than Advanced Clinicals Retinol Serum but gentler than COSRX Retinol 0.5 Oil. If COSRX 0.5 is too much, this is the better daily option. Don’t use both on the same night. You can alternate: LRP Retinol B3 on Mondays/Thursdays, COSRX 0.5 on weekends, or just pick one. Since this has niacinamide built in, skip your separate Niacinamide 10 or 15% serum on nights you use this. The red bottle protects the retinol from light. Store in a dark place. Use within 3 months of opening for best potency. This rounds out your LRP trio: Vitamin C10 AM for defense, Niacinamide 10 for pigment, Retinol B3 PM for renewal.