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The Body Retinol | 0.1% Retinol

150 ml / 5.1 fl oz
4.4
Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
227 Reviews

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

Treat Your Body Like Your Face® 

The Body Retinol is a repair serum for the skin. 0.1% Pure Retinol paired with AHA, Peptides, Vitamins and Glycerin help treat and prevent crepiness, lines and wrinkles. Ideal for night. Fast-Absorbing. Non-Greasy. Dermatologist-Tested. Hypoallergenic. Non-Comedogenic. The Body Retinol is packaged in our signature airless package for purity, safety and efficacy. The bottle and cap are made in France from 100% bio-resin.

Clinical Study: 30+ Panelists | 4 Weeks | Third-Party Verified Clinic | Q2 2023.

  • 85% Had Less Crepiness
  • 82% Had Less Lines
  • 82% Had Less Wrinkles

 

Due to the high % of actives this formula has a smell at first application. The Body Retinol contains Rosewater to help offset the scent of actives. Nécessaire adheres to EU Regulation and provides EU-compliant ingredient lists. This formula contains residual byproducts from Rosewater: Citronellol and Geraniol. No essential oil or synthetic fragrance have been added to the base.

$58

150 ml / 5.1 fl oz

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

Treat Your Body Like Your Face® 

The Body Retinol is a repair serum for the skin. 0.1% Pure Retinol paired with AHA, Peptides, Vitamins and Glycerin help treat and prevent crepiness, lines and wrinkles. Ideal for night. Fast-Absorbing. Non-Greasy. Dermatologist-Tested. Hypoallergenic. Non-Comedogenic. The Body Retinol is packaged in our signature airless package for purity, safety and efficacy. The bottle and cap are made in France from 100% bio-resin.

Clinical Study: 30+ Panelists | 4 Weeks | Third-Party Verified Clinic | Q2 2023.

  • 85% Had Less Crepiness
  • 82% Had Less Lines
  • 82% Had Less Wrinkles

 

Due to the high % of actives this formula has a smell at first application. The Body Retinol contains Rosewater to help offset the scent of actives. Nécessaire adheres to EU Regulation and provides EU-compliant ingredient lists. This formula contains residual byproducts from Rosewater: Citronellol and Geraniol. No essential oil or synthetic fragrance have been added to the base.

Free US Shipping $75+ | Free Returns

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TARGETS

Aged Skin

TREATMENT

Formula contains:
0.1% Pure Retinol
AHA
Peptides
Vitamins
Glycerin

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TESTED

  • Dermatologist-Tested
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Non-Comedogenic

TEXTURE

Serum-In-Balm

pH

4.0 - 5.0

USAGE

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FOOTPRINT

  • 1% For The Planet
  • Certified B Corp
  • Certified Climate Neutral
  • Certified Plastic Neutral
  • Certified Vegan
  • Cruelty-Free
  • FSC-Certified
  • How2Recycle

AWARDS

2025 Marie Claire Prix d’Excellence de la Beauté Awards
2024 Who What Wear Beauty 100
2024 Shape Skin
2024 Women's Health Beauty
2024 New Beauty
2023 Esquire
2023 SheFinds

How do I use The Body Retinol?

The Body Retinol should be used at night. If you are new to retinol consider a patch test. Apply to areas where treatment is needed. Apply to clean skin. Do not apply a moisturizer on top. Start by applying The Body Retinol once a week, graduating to every other night. Use sunscreen prior to sun exposure.

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What are the benefits of Retinol?

Retinol is a multi-functional ingredient. Pending concentration and supporting ingredients retinol can perform differently. The Body Retinol is designed to help prevent and repair crepiness, uneven texture and uneven tone.

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How soon will I see results from The Body Retinol?

The Body Retinol is formulated with 0.1% Pure Encapsulated Retinol to help prevent and repair crepiness, uneven texture and uneven tone. Once you begin to use retinol, you should start to see skin results in 30 - 60 days.

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Can I use The Body Retinol while pregnant?

Retinol products should not be used while pregnant and/or breastfeeding. We recommend consulting your physician to determine the best time to start or resume using retinols after your pregnancy.

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Is The Body Retinol gluten-free, soy-free and nut-free?

The Body Retinol is gluten-free as confirmed by our ingredient suppliers. The Body Retinol is not certified gluten-free, soy-free or nut-free. It 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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4.4
Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
Based on 227 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 159 Total 4 star reviews: 23 Total 3 star reviews: 20 Total 2 star reviews: 17 Total 1 star reviews: 8
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227 reviews
  • Cindy L.
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    The Body Retinol | 0.1% Retinol
    I recommend this product
    What are your skin concerns? Aging
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4/20/25
    The BEST

    Makes my skin so soft and works on sun spots on my legs-love it!

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  • Linda L.
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    The Body Retinol | 0.1% Retinol
    I recommend this product
    What are your skin concerns? Aging, Dryness
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4/18/25
    Aging skin renewed

    This product has done wonders for my skin! Was so dry with lots of crepey skin due to my age, I thought, but this product has turned things around. My skin is so soft now. Thanks

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  • Erica
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    The Body Retinol | 0.1% Retinol
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3/24/25
    5 Stars

    Love this stuff!!!

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  • Donna D.
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    The Body Retinol | 0.1% Retinol
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2/28/25
    Just started!

    I haven’t been using it that long, but I can see that it is starting to help with dark spots and crepey skin

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  • Pamela P.
    Verified Buyer
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    The Body Retinol | 0.1% Retinol
    I recommend this product
    What are your skin concerns? Aging, Dryness
    What are your hair concerns? Frizz
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2/12/25
    New favorite body cream

    I’m mostly using it on my arms, but have noticed an improvement.

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