Retinol is a gold standard ingredient in skincare due to its transformative effects on skin. No7’s Retinol collection is developed with Pure Retinol which is proven to be more effective and powerful than retinol derivatives. It’s known to support cell turnover in the surface layer of the skin and improve the appearance of key signs of aging.

Why No7 Pure Retinol vs. other Retinols?

No7’s Retinol collection is developed with Pure Retinol which is proven to be more effective and powerful than retinol derivatives. It’s known to support cell turnover in the surface layer of the skin and improve the appearance of key signs of aging. No7’s Retinol leverages an intelligent slow-release oil encapsulation system for enhanced delivery of Pure Retinol.

How do I choose between the No7 Pure Retinol products?

We recommend new retinol users start out with our gentle Pure Retinol products: No7 Advanced Retinol 1.5% Complex Night Concentrate, paired with No7 Pure Retinol Night Cream and No7 Pure Retinol Eye Cream. If you’re an experienced retinol user looking to amp up your results, try No7 Pure Retinol 1% Night Concentrate (which leverages a powerful 1% Pure Retinol!) alongside No7 Pure Retinol Post Retinol Soother for soothing, moisturizing benefits.

Retinol is a form of vitamin A, which supports surface skin renewal to provide many visible benefits for the skin. Retinol is a well proven skincare ingredient with many scientific studies showing its wide-ranging skin benefits. The No7 1% Retinol Night Concentrate combines 1% pure retinol with collagen-peptide based technology, and targets 7 key signs of ageing. Stubborn lines and wrinkles look reduced, skin tone looks more even, dark spots and pigmentation look reduced, skin texture looks visibly improved, skin looks and feels firmer, skin looks lifted and skin looks visibly more radiant.

What’s in the formula other than retinol?

No7 Pure Retinol 1% Night Concentrate includes 1% Pure Retinol (our maximum strength form of retinol), bisabolol (to help skin feel soothed), niacinamide (to help support skin’s moisture barrier) and collagen peptide-based technology (our next generation age-defying complex).

Why does retinol cause irritation?

Retinol works by increasing the rate of cellular turnover in the surface layer of the skin, which can cause irritation.

How much do I use for each use?

Once tolerated, use 2 pumps nightly (a pea-sized amount).

What is the best time to apply?

Apply at night to cleansed skin. (Retinol can cause sensitivity to sun—so it’s best to incorporate into your nighttime skincare routine!)

I am a brand-new Retinol user. What do I do?

We recommend brand new retinol users start out with No7 Advanced Retinol 1.5% Complex Night Concentrate, paired with No7 Pure Retinol Night Cream and No7 Pure Retinol Eye Cream. If sensitivity or irritation occurs, Limit initial use to once or twice per week on non-consecutive nights, gradually increasing frequency to every other night, then every night as tolerated. It will normally take at least 4 weeks to reach nightly use.

How do I incorporate Pure Retinol into my existing skin routine?

Apply two pumps of Pure Retinol 1% Night Concentrate to cleansed skin in the PM. Allow to completely absorb, then apply your favorite serum and night cream or No7 Pure Retinol Post Retinol Soother (to help unlock skin’s retinol potential!). In the morning, make sure to apply SPF, as retinol can increase skin’s sensitivity to the sun.

Can I use this if I am pregnant?

When pregnant or breastfeeding it is recommended to avoid any products containing retinoids. Please consult your doctor if you have any questions or concerns.

Can I layer this product with other products?

No7 Pure Retinol Post Retinol Soother was specifically formulated to pair with No7 Pure Retinol 1% Night Concentrate as an aftercare product to help unlock skin’s retinol potential. Using the Post Retinol Soother with Pure Retinol 1% is the key to unlocking your skin’s retinol potential - increasing your skin’s tolerability to retinol and leaving it moisturized and nourished. You can also layer Pure Retinol 1% with your favorite moisturizer. Do not layer Pure Retinol 1% with any products that contain retinol.

Are there any products I should avoid while using Pure Retinol 1%?

It is not recommended to use any other retinol products while using Pure Retinol 1%. We also advise against using strong chemical or physical exfoliants when using retinol.

For best results, we recommend using our Retinol products within 6 months of opening.

No 7 US

Next level retinol: clinically proven to deliver, even on the appearance of stubborn and deep wrinkles.

A POWERFUL INGREDIENT PARTNERSHIP
FOR UNRIVALLED RESULTS

Prepare for an overnight sensation in skin transformation with this age-defying first from No7: a next-generation Retinol complex combined with our advanced peptide technology. Our newest formulas harness the power of Pure Retinol without the common irritating side effects.

Pure Retinol Eye Cream

Visibly reduces wrinkles
Targets the appearance of 7 key signs of aging around the eyes to firm, lift, hydrate and brighten skin.

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Pure Retinol Night Cream

Instantly restores moisture*
Face and neck look and feel younger, firmer, hydrated and more even toned.

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Advanced Retinol Night Concentrate

Skin transforming formula with 10 skin benefits
Overnight, skin looks smoother, softer, and moisturized.

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Pure Retinol 1% Night Concentrate

Maximum strength, most effective form of retinol
Targets 7 key signs of aging and visibly transforms skin over time†. For experienced users.

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Pure Retinol Post Retinol Soother

Perfect partner to Retinol
Nourishes skin and supports its moisture barrier.**

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How to Use the No7 Pure Retinol Range

Next Level Retinol

Clinically proven to reduce the appearance of stubborn and deep wrinkles.*

*Consumer study on UK women over 16 weeks.

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Your AM & PM No7 Skin Regimens: Step by Step

No7 AM Age-Defying Regimen

Step 1: After cleansing, apply Line Correcting Booster Serum (or the booster serum of our choice) directly to lines and wrinkles

Step 2: Massage a pea-sized amount of the Age-Defying Serum of your choice to entire face

Step 3: Gently dot an apple seed-sized amount of the Age-Defying Eye Cream of your choice under each eye and around the contour area and then blend in

Step 4: Massage a pea-sized amount of the Age-Defying Day Cream in small, upward circles over face and neck

No7 PM Retinol Regimen

Step 1: Apply 2 pumps of No7 Advanced Retinol Night Concentrate to cleansed skin

Step 2: Gently dot an apple seed-sized amount of No7 Pure Retinol Eye Cream under each eye and around the contour area and then blend in

Step 3: Massage a pea-sized amount of No7 Pure Retinol Night Cream in small, upward circles over face and neck

No7 PM Retinol Regimen for Experienced Users

Step 1: Cleanse Remove Makeup with Gentle Cleanser

Step 2: No7 Pure Retinol 1% Retinol Night Concentrate: Limit initial use to once or twice a week on non-consecutive nights, gradually increasing frequency to every other night, then every night as tolerated. As a guide, it can take at least 6 weeks to reach nightly use. Do not use with other retinols.

Step 3: No7 Pure Retinol Post Retinol Soother: Dispense onto fingertips and gently massage into the skin. Use daily, even when not using retinol products. On the days you use your No7 Pure Retinol 1% Retinol Night Concentrate use the Post Retinol Soother afterwards, to help support skin’s tolerance to retinol by ensuring skin is moisturized.