Which Neutrogena retinol is the best?

• Jennifer Garner recently shared a video to Instagram unpacking her everyday bag and revealing her daily essentials, including her favorite retinol serum.
• The product is the Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+.5% Power Serum and it’s available at Walmart.
• It contains Neutrogena’s highest concentration of 0.5% pure retinol and a dermatologist-proven form of vitamin A to reduce and soften the appearance of wrinkles.

Jennifer Garner radiates beauty from the inside out. Her charm, funny personality, and charity work prove that beauty is more than what meets the eye. Of course, her flawless-looking skin is something we can't not mention, though.

The 49-year-old actress, and Neutragena spokesperson, recently posted a video of herself to Instagram unpacking her backpack while revealing a few goodies she keeps with her at all times. Among the items, her favorite anti-aging facial serum, the Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+.5% Power Serum.

Unlike many other wrinkle serums, Neutrogena’s Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Pro+.5% Power Serum guarantees visible results in just two weeks. Formulated with a powerful concentration of 0.5% pure retinol and a dermatologist-proven form of vitamin A, this serum says it works to reduce the appearance of deep wrinkles, lighten dark spots, and provide a smoother and softer complexion.

What makes the serum a must-have skin care product for Garner? Well, its powerful dose of a potent form of pure retinol is one reason. Retinol is most famous for its anti-aging benefits. It’s also a vitamin A derivative commonly used to treat a variety of skin issues ranging from acne to wrinkles.

“As retinol binds to retinoid receptors on the skin, it enhances cell turnover and stimulates collagen production,” says Joshua Zeichner, M.D., director of cosmetic and clinical research in dermatology at the Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City. This thickens the deeper skin layers and enhances the skin’s ability to retain water, improving fine lines and wrinkles in the process.

But, skin care experts say it can take some time and consistent use before you start seeing skin improvements when using retinol (anywhere between three to six months). And that’s another reason why this Rapid Wrinkle Repair Serum is a standout. The brand claims you’ll see visible improvement in the look of wrinkles and dark spots in a shocking two weeks.

One important thing to note is that this facial serum is recommended for routine retinol users and not beginners. “Too much of this vitamin A derivative irritates the skin by causing cell turnover to be too rapid and skin barrier function to be compromised,” says Melanie Palm, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist and clinical professor at Scripps Encinitas Memorial Hospital in California. When it comes to applying products formulated with retinol, she recommends using a pea-size amount, “which is more than sufficient to treat the whole face,” Dr. Palm says.

Garner isn’t the only fan of Neutrogena’s wrinkle-reducing products; Nicole Kidman swears by the Rapid Wrinkle Repair regenerating cream. “I use this cream on my face every day and it gives me all the benefits of using a retinol product without making my sensitive skin red or flaky,” Kidman told People in a 2019 interview. Plus, its 4.5-star Amazon rating proves it’s working well for plenty of people.

Ready to upgrade your skin care routine with Garner-approved picks? Shop her favorite wrinkle repair serum and more of her must-have skin care products for radiant skin.

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Shauna Beni is the Associate Commerce Editor at Prevention. An NYC native and beauty product lover, Shauna has written for Beauty Magazine, Condé Nast Traveler, and ABC News. She enjoys testing out new beauty products, watching makeup tutorials on Youtube, and binge-watching her favorite shows on Netflix. When she’s not writing, you can find her taking Zumba classes at Crunch, trying out natural curly hairstyles, and giving her friends advice on what makeup and haircare products they should buy. Follow her on Instagram @Beni127.

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