RETINOL is graded C (Moderate) by Expert·ING, based on COSING, FDA regulatory data. It is restricted under Health Canada (Restricted).
RETINOL
Retinol (Vitamin A)
Safety grade: C
Retinol is a form of vitamin A that helps skin repair itself and promotes a more youthful appearance. It works by encouraging skin cells to renew and boost collagen production.
Retinol conditions and rejuvenates skin by reducing fine lines, improving texture, and promoting a brighter, more even complexion.
Graded using: COSING, FDA.
- Health Canada — Restricted
- EU COSING — Restricted
Last verified: June 7, 2026
Other Skin Conditioning ingredients
- TOCOPHEROL — Grade A
- PROPYLENE GLYCOL — Grade A**
- XANTHAN GUM — Grade A
- DIMETHICONE — Grade A
- TOCOPHERYL ACETATE — Grade A
- PANTHENOL — Grade A
- CAPRYLYL GLYCOL — Grade A
- ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN — Grade A