Beauty fans can't stop talking about 'magic' anti-ageing serum that's 11 times more effective than retinol - so I tried it myself
If you've wanted to get aboard the retinol train for some time but have been nervous about purging or irritation, you'll want to add this product to your wish list ASAP.
Green People, dubbed 'the pioneers of organic beauty since 1997', has released a retinal booster serum that's said to be 11 times more effective than popular skincare ingredient retinol - while being gentle enough to use on sensitive skin types - and I put it to the test.
Green People Age Defy+ Retinal Booster Serum 30ml
Said to be up to 11 times more effective than standard retinol, this serum is a must-have for those looking to prioritise anti-ageing skincare.
Infused with vitamin A to quickly and effectively diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, the potent serum also boasts the addition of hyaluronic acid and plant oils to keep skin nourished and hydrated during and after use.
It's so good that customers have reported a visible difference in skin quality in as little as four days.
Save 25 per cent sitewide with discount code RETINAL25. Hurry, offer ends April 30.
£36.75 (save £12.25) Shop
Beauty lovers are raving about the dermatologically-tested serum, praising its ability to diffuse the look of fine lines and provide a 'fresh and youthful' appearance to the skin.
'The results have been nothing short of amazing!' wrote one thrilled customer. 'From day one, I noticed a significant improvement in the texture of my skin. The retinal worked wonders to smooth out fine lines and even my skin tone, giving me a fresh and youthful appearance.'
'I have used this for a month now and can see the difference in skin tone and firmness when using alongside Collagen Boost - it is now in my everyday regime,' said a second customer. 'My skin feels smooth and has a glow I've not had for a long time - just about to celebrate my 70th birthday looking younger!'.
'I love this product! It smells and feels wonderful,' noted a third user. 'It's very rich and nourishing, and within two days of using it I noticed that my skin felt firmer. And within four days of using it, other people commented on how well I looked and how my skin looked firm'.
The Age Defy+ Retinal Booster Serum has been formulated with retinal - a vitamin A derivative more potent than popular retinol - that works to accelerate cell turnover and improve skin elasticity for a visible, lasting effect on fine lines.
Retinol products have surged in popularity within the past few years, with many sharing shocking transformations and before-and-afters online, but the ingredient has been known to cause dryness, irritation and increased breakouts in some people, especially in the first few weeks of use - also known as the 'purging period'.
The Age Defy+ Retinal Booster boasts the addition of hyaluronic acid, aloe vera and five organic plant oils to nourish and hydrate the skin while the retinal gets to work on fine lines and wrinkles, making it the perfect choice for those new to the ingredient or with sensitive skin types.
Customers have also noted that using the serum feels like a 'luxurious experience', as essential oils such as ylang ylang, lavender and palmarosa oils provide a spa-like, calming aroma that makes it the perfect product to use in the evening before bed.
Safe for all skin types, though particularly effective for mature skin, the brand recommends applying the serum to clean, dry skin directly after cleansing before following with serum or moisturiser - and remember to wear an SPF the next day to keep skin in tip-top condition.
The cruelty-free, vegan and certified organic serum has received hundreds of rave reviews online, with some claiming to have seen results in as little as four days (yes, really) - but what did I think?
As someone with sensitive, breakout-prone skin, I've always been cautious about using a retinal, as products I have used in the past have left me dry, peeling and with more breakouts than I started with - so I approached this serum with caution.
Initially, I started using the serum every other evening to test the waters, and after the first week, I was pleasantly surprised by how my skin had reacted. Upon application, I immediately noticed the wonderful, spa-like scent - and it's now the favourite part of my nightly routine.
Immediately after use, my skin feels so much softer and more nourished, and has a glow about it upon waking that I definitely don't usually have. After a fortnight of testing, I had no irritation or further breakouts - and my skin definitely looked more glowy, nourished and even-toned.
I'm only 26 so while wrinkles aren't my main skin concern, I do have faint lines on my forehead (you'll often find me frowning or squinting at my screen at work), and after using this for several weeks, they definitely look less pronounced.
Would I recommend this product? If, like me, you've felt the pressure to add a retinal into your routine for some time but have been anxious about irritation, I'd say yes, absolutely. I've tried three well known brands in the past, all of which have made my skin worse off than when I started the product - even after six months plus of consistent use.
The Age Defy+ Retinal Booster Serum from Green People has made me feel confident to regularly use a retinal, and I'm excited to see my results with continued use. Glass skin, here I come!
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