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Re: Anyone tried the Cerave face products with encapsulated retinol?


@NativeJax wrote:
I would be interested to know how much as well. I love the SCA capsules and use them. I am down to 3 caps though. I use the Vit C caps more than the Retinol caps because I buy more of the C kits. I really love the SCA line, there are a lot of people who do not care for it but it works for me.

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What is the "SCA" Line?  

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Re: Anyone tried the Cerave face products with encapsulated retinol?


@River Song wrote:

@AngelPuppy1,

 

I am presently using three of the CeraVe Skin Renewing line products:   Cream Serum, Day Cream and Night Cream.  I'm 60 with normal/oily t-zone skin.

 

The Cream Serum comes in a tube with a pump dispenser.  The cream is actually more of a lotion consistency, pale yellow, no fragrance, not greasy.  I use this around my entire eye with no irritation twice a week when I use Differin gel as my retinoid treatment.  I was looking for a gentle retinol to use around my eyes and didn't care for ROC Retinol Eye Cream.  You can use the CeraVe Cream Serum all over your face and neck, of course, but since I use Differin gel, it seemed like overkill to apply it all over my face.

 

The Day Cream w/ SPF 30 comes in a pump container and is a white cream, looks like a typical sunscreen, but without the sunscreen smell or greasy finish.  The zinc oxide in this cream does leave a very slight white cast to the skin, fair warning, if you apply too much.  I have light skin so it doesn't show but would probably be a problem for those with dark skin tones.  I use the Day Cream for the sunscreen/moisturizer combination benefits, the encapsulated retinol is an added bonus but not the primary reason I use the product.

 

The Night Cream is a very thick white cream in a jar.  Although it is thick, it is not greasy or sticky.  The Night Cream does not contain retinol or antioxidants that would be compromised by the jar packaging.  It does contain three ceramides, hyaluronic acid and other humectants, a couple of peptides, plus niacinamide (niacinamide is stable in the presence of light and heat).  I really like this night cream because I wake up to plumper skin and no breakouts in my oily t-zone.

 

Since I turned 60, my major skin care concerns are about hydration and skin barrier repair and protection.  I know I sound like a commercial for CeraVe but these three products work great for me and include the ingredients I look for in skin care products:  ceramides, humectant ingredients for hydration, niacinamide, SPF, and gentle encapsulated retinol.  I'm not looking to these products for peptides or antioxidants, those I can get using other serums.

 

HTH     

 

      


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Thanks for your review!  I appreciate it and I am glad that you like the products!

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Re: Anyone tried the Cerave face products with encapsulated retinol?

I believe she's referring to Signature Club A

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Re: Anyone tried the Cerave face products with encapsulated retinol?


@Dazlin wrote:
I use the crave body cream...I think it's great. I have used the night cream for face, it's very rich, good for dry skin. I did not find the cleanser to be very thorough. As far as the new cream with retinol, it has a very minimal amount, if any. I didn't bother with trying that. But if your concerned about irritation, and just want a night cream, then maybe give it a try. When I'm looking for a good retinol product, I use at least 1%. I like skinmedica (does cause slight peeling) or one I'm currently using, and loving with NO peeling, is from Consult Beaute. Overall, I think you'll be pleased with all Cerave line.

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I like the body cream a lot.  My body skin is so dry and it keeps me nice and smooth!  

I think I might try the night cream just to see how my skin reacts!  A good place to start maybe?  

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Re: Anyone tried the Cerave face products with encapsulated retinol?


@TY wrote:

Hmmm..I'm going to have to look for these new Cerave products on my next trip to the U.S. We don't always get the same Cerave products in Canada that they carry in the U.S.


@TY

 

I just looked on line and they list all their products.  You might want to take a look see!  You can also get a coupon there, too! 

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Re: Anyone tried the Cerave face products with encapsulated retinol?


@shiloh 81 wrote:

I believe she's referring to Signature Club A


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Oh, I am not familiar with this line.  Thanks for clarifying that!

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Thanks, everyone!  I appreciate your feedback, tips and comments!  It's always very enjoyable to discuss beauty products with you as I know I will get the answers I am looking for!!!! 

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Re: Anyone tried the Cerave face products with encapsulated retinol?

@angelpuppy.....

I use signature club a, it's available on HSN. There are a lot of products but I don't use them all. I like the 5 essentials Creme, vitamin c caps, Aragon day cream, Aragon body lotion. I purchase her kits because they are a great value and this is how I found my favorites.

@riversong.....

What a great review and I am interested in checking these out. Walgreens has but two get one free on beauty products, I will look for the coupons. What is the price point?

Great post!
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Re: Anyone tried the Cerave face products with encapsulated retinol?


@NativeJax wrote:

@riversong.....

What a great review and I am interested in checking these out. Walgreens has but two get one free on beauty products, I will look for the coupons. What is the price point?

Great post!

@NativeJax,

 

Prices are in the $18-20 range, usually more at Ulta, less at Walgreens and WalMart.  I usually purchase them during a BOGO, either at Walgreens or Ulta, depending which has the best price after the BOGO and coupon discounts. 

 

Also, you can print a $2 coupon from the CeraVe website.

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Re: Anyone tried the Cerave face products with encapsulated retinol?


@NativeJax wrote:
@angelpuppy.....

I use signature club a, it's available on HSN. There are a lot of products but I don't use them all. I like the 5 essentials Creme, vitamin c caps, Aragon day cream, Aragon body lotion. I purchase her kits because they are a great value and this is how I found my favorites.

@riversong.....

What a great review and I am interested in checking these out. Walgreens has but two get one free on beauty products, I will look for the coupons. What is the price point?

Great post!

@NativeJax

Thanks for the info!

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