Nano Retinol™ 0.3% + Niacin Renewing Serum

"Retinol for beginners at 0.3%. Start slow, wear SPF, be patient."
Our take

$25 Price at Anua, checked Oct 2026.

The short answer

Anua's Nano Retinol 0.3% + Niacin Renewing Serum blends retinol, niacinamide and peptides in a nano liposome formula designed to be gentler. It's worth it if you're new to retinol and want to work on fine lines, texture and post-breakout marks. Expect gradual changes over weeks.

Best for

Lines + Lift

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What it is

Nano Retinol 0.3% + Niacin Renewing Serum is a blend of retinol, niacinamide and peptides. It is designed to smooth the look of fine lines, firm the feel of skin and improve the look of dark spots and post-breakout marks.

Hero ingredients: 0.3% retinol, niacinamide and peptides
Nano liposome delivery designed for less irritation
Use at night, starting a few times a week
Suits retinol beginners

How to use

Apply 2 to 3 drops to clean skin at night. Beginners should start 2 to 3 times a week and build up, and always wear SPF in the morning.

Our Take

Why it made the edit.

Why we love it: 0.3% is a sensible starting strength, and the brand gives clear ramp-up instructions. Niacinamide and peptides round it out without extra steps.
Skip it if: You're pregnant, nursing or avoiding retinoids.
The catch: Even gentle retinol can cause dryness or flaking early on. Rushing to nightly use is the usual mistake.

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