Best retinol serum in India
8 retinol serums, from the products Miyu has read the most reviews for.
How this list is made
Every product here has retinol in its name, or its brand states how much retinol it contains, and has at least five reviews Miyu has read. They are ranked by how positively reviewers talk about them, weighted by how many reviews there are, minus how often reviewers report a skin problem — breakouts, irritation, dryness or darkening. Nobody pays to be on this list.
What suits most people may not suit your skin. Ask Miyu to check one against your own skin.
#1 · Conscious Chemist
Anti Ageing Defence & Repair
Best for: reducing fine lines; improving skin texture
Reviewers like: Lightweight and absorbs quickly
Avoid if: pregnant or breastfeeding; very sensitive skin
#2 · Minimalist
Retinol 0.6% Face Serum
Best for: first-time retinol users; fading fine lines
Reviewers like: Reduces acne scars and improves skin texture
Avoid if: pregnant or breastfeeding; sensitive skin (start slow)
#3 · Foxtale
0.15% Retinol Night Serum
Best for: reducing fine lines; improving skin texture
Reviewers like: Beginner-friendly and suitable for sensitive skin
Avoid if: sensitive skin; pregnant or breastfeeding
Reported: small quantity for the price (4 of 237 reviews)
#4 · Conscious Chemist
Defender Anti-Ageing Retinol Night Serum
Best for: reducing fine lines; improving skin elasticity
Reviewers like: Provides a visible glow and brightens skin tone
Avoid if: pregnant or breastfeeding; very sensitive skin
#5 · Dot & Key
Pomegranate Youth 0.2% Retinol Complex Face Serum
Best for: first-time retinol users; anti-aging concerns
Reviewers like: Visible results quickly (within days)
Avoid if: pregnant or breastfeeding; very sensitive skin
#6 · Foxtale
0.3% Retinol + Ferulic Acid Serum
Best for: improving skin texture; reducing breakouts
Reviewers like: Lightweight, non-sticky, absorbs quickly
Avoid if: pregnant or breastfeeding; very sensitive skin
#7 · Plum
1% Retinol & Bakuchiol Face Serum For Ageing Skin
Best for: early signs of aging; improving skin texture
Reviewers like: Reduces fine lines and wrinkles
Avoid if: sensitive skin; pregnant or breastfeeding
#8 · Minimalist
Retinol 0.3% Face Serum
Best for: reducing fine lines; improving skin texture
Reviewers like: Improves skin texture and adds glow
Avoid if: sensitive skin; pregnant or breastfeeding
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