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The Hand Retinol | 0.25% Retinol

65 ml / 2.2 fl oz
4.7
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
1,146 Reviews

The Necessary™ | Care For Your Body | Care For Your Planet

Hand Care Is The New Face Care.

The Hand Retinol is a repair serum for the skin. This serum-in-balm hybrid is infused with 0.25% Pure Encapsulated Retinol and AHAs (Glycolic Acid | Mandelic Acid) to help prevent and treat signs of age. With continued use lines, wrinkles, spots, and marks start to fade and hardened cuticles soften. Use a nighttime. No moisturizer needed. Fast-Absorbing. Non-Sticky. Non-Drying. Dermatologist-Tested. Hypoallergenic. Non-Comedogenic. Vegan.

Due to the high % of Retinol this formula can have a smell at first application. The Hand Retinol contains Rosewater to improve the scent. Nécessaire adheres to EU Regulation and provides EU-compliant ingredient lists. This formula contains residual byproducts - Citronellol and Geraniol - from Rosewater. No synthetic fragrance is added.

$38

65 ml / 2.2 fl oz

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The Necessary™ | Care For Your Body | Care For Your Planet

Hand Care Is The New Face Care.

The Hand Retinol is a repair serum for the skin. This serum-in-balm hybrid is infused with 0.25% Pure Encapsulated Retinol and AHAs (Glycolic Acid | Mandelic Acid) to help prevent and treat signs of age. With continued use lines, wrinkles, spots, and marks start to fade and hardened cuticles soften. Use a nighttime. No moisturizer needed. Fast-Absorbing. Non-Sticky. Non-Drying. Dermatologist-Tested. Hypoallergenic. Non-Comedogenic. Vegan.

Due to the high % of Retinol this formula can have a smell at first application. The Hand Retinol contains Rosewater to improve the scent. Nécessaire adheres to EU Regulation and provides EU-compliant ingredient lists. This formula contains residual byproducts - Citronellol and Geraniol - from Rosewater. No synthetic fragrance is added.

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TARGETS

Aged Skin

TREATMENT

Formula contains:
0.25% Pure Retinol

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TESTED

Product Is:

  • Dermatologist-Tested
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Non-Comedogenic
  • EU Compliant
  • Certified Vegan
  • Cruelty-Free

TEXTURE

Serum-In-Balm

SCENT

Fragrance-Free

pH

4.0 - 5.0

FOOTPRINT

Brand Is:

  • 1% For The Planet
  • Certified B Corp
  • Certified Climate Neutral
  • Certified Plastic Neutral
  • Certified FCS
  • How2Recycle

USAGE

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AWARDS

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How Soon Will I See Results From Retinol?

The Hand Retinol is formulated with 0.25% Pure Encapsulated Retinol to help prevent and treat signs of age. Visible results are individual. Results may be visible in as early as 90 days.

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Why Is pH Level Mentioned On The Package?

During the formulation process we optimize the pH of the formula. We believe it directly impacts the safety and efficacy of the formula. The pH objective will vary based on product purpose. On the secondary packaging (carton) we provide a pH range. The reason pH range is indicated is that pH may vary during the manufacturing process and/or slightly change over time. Formulas that do not contain enough water will not have a pH listed.

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Is This Product Certified Eczema-Safe?

No. This product does not hold The Seal of Approval by the National Eczema Association.

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Can I Use The Product If I Am Pregnant?

We formulate without ingredients on the EU's prohibited substances list (Regulation No.1223/2009, Annex II). This formula is Dermatologist-Tested and Hypoallergenic. If you have any specific concerns, we recommend consulting your doctor prior to use.

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Is This Product Certified Gluten-Free, Soy-Free And Nut-Free?

This product is not certified gluten-free, soy-free or nut-free. This product is manufactured in a facility where gluten, soy and nuts may be used. If you have an allergy to gluten, soy or nuts, we recommend that you do not use this product. If you still wish to try, please consider a patch test.

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4.7
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
Based on 1,146 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 990 Total 4 star reviews: 82 Total 3 star reviews: 37 Total 2 star reviews: 10 Total 1 star reviews: 27
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1,146 reviews
  • Nicholas
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    The Hand Cream | Multi-Butter
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2/1/26
    5 Stars

    Fantastic

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  • nicole k.
    Verified Buyer
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    The Hand Retinol | 0.25% Retinol
    I recommend this product
    What are your skin concerns? Dryness, Aging
    What are your hair concerns? Dryness
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1/5/26
    The Hand Retinol

    I love this hand cream for nighttime use. My hands are so soft in the morning and feeling restored from all the washing that I do during the day. It's the last thing I apply to my hands at bedtime. It's not greasy and absorbs quickly into my skin. I also massage it into my cuticles and were softer in the morning.

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  • Jennifer
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    The Hand Cream | Multi-Butter
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1/4/26
    5 Stars

    Love this lightweight lotion! Smells fresh and clean!!

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  • Gloria C.
    Verified Buyer
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    The Hand Cream | Multi-Butter
    I recommend this product
    What are your skin concerns? Aging, Discoloration, Uneven Skin/Spots
    What are your hair concerns? Dryness
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1/3/26
    Heals my chapped winter hands

    Great ever day hand balm, fragrance free

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  • Alice
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    The Hand Cream | Multi-Butter
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1/2/26
    5 Stars

    Luxurious feel and fragrence free.

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