COSRX – The Retinol 0.5 Oil

Explore Some of the Benefits

Visible Anti-Aging Care
Helps improve the appearance of deep wrinkles, uneven skin tone, and rough texture.

Elasticity & Firmness Support
Retinol paired with squalane helps support skin rebound and a smoother surface.

Nourishing Retinol Delivery
Oil-based formulation helps buffer retinol to maintain skin comfort during use.

Benefits

• Reduces Fine Lines & Wrinkles: Helps smooth visible signs of aging.
• Refines Skin Texture: Improves roughness and uneven tone.
• Supports Elasticity: Helps skin feel firmer and more resilient.
• Minimizes the Look of Pores: Helps refine skin surface over time.
• Brightens & Smooths: Promotes a more luminous complexion.
• Designed for Retinol-Experienced Skin: Ideal for users familiar with active treatments.

How to Use

• Apply at night only to clean, dry skin.

• Dispense 1–2 drops onto your hand.

• Gently tap and massage into the face, avoiding eyes and lips.

• Follow with moisturizer.

• Start 2–3 times per week, gradually increasing frequency after 3 weeks as tolerance builds.

• Apply sunscreen during daytime use.

Patch test recommended before facial use.

Start small and slow!
During evening care, apply 1 to 2 drops to the hand and tap with fingertips from inside out, let absorb. Limit initial use to three times per week; gradually increase frequency to every other night, use as tolerated.

* Have an ‘adaption period’ when using retinol

Week 1~2
- Frequency: use only 2~3 times a week at night 
- How to Use: After cleansing, at the serum step, apply 1-2 drops to areas of concern. e.g. under the eyes, mouth, forehead, and neck

Week 3
- Frequency: may apply every other day at night
- How to use: After cleansing, the moisturizer step, may spread over the entire face.

* The "building tolerance" phase can be shortened or extended    depending on individual differences
* Maintain this phase until no discomfort is experienced. 
* Gradually increase frequency and areas of application

Skin Type

Normal • Combination • Oily • Dry
(Recommended for retinol-experienced users)

Target Skin Needs / Concerns

• Fine Lines & Wrinkles
• Loss of Elasticity
• Uneven Tone & Rough Texture
• Enlarged Pores
• Post-Breakout Marks

Key Ingredients

Retinol (0.5%): A powerful vitamin A derivative that helps improve wrinkles, texture, tone, and elasticity.
Squalane: Helps maintain moisture and support skin comfort.
Vitamin E (Tocopherol & Tocotrienols): Provides antioxidant support.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride: Helps condition and soften skin.

Full Ingredients

Squalane, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Di-C12-13 Alkyl Malate, Retinol (0.5%), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, BHT, Tocotrienols, Tocopherol, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone