Retinaldehyde Cream Serum 0.05%

"Retinal, the faster cousin of retinol, at a price that won't make you flinch."
Our take

$29 Price at Naturium, checked Oct 2026.

The short answer

Naturium Retinaldehyde Cream Serum 0.05% uses a sustained-release retinaldehyde, a retinoid that converts directly to retinoic acid, plus a biofermented oligopeptide. At $29 it is worth it if you want to try retinal for the look of fine lines, uneven tone and texture. Start slowly and wear sunscreen daily.

Best for

Lines + Lift

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What it is

A cream serum with a sustained-release retinaldehyde, a retinoid that converts directly to retinoic acid, to address the look of fine lines, wrinkles, uneven tone and texture. A biofermented oligopeptide helps refine the look of texture and radiance.

0.05% retinaldehyde, sustained release
Biofermented oligopeptide
Cream serum texture
1.7 fl oz / 50 ml
Use with daily sunscreen

How to use

Shake well. Apply 2 to 3 pumps to face, neck and chest, avoiding the eyes, then moisturize. If redness occurs, use it less often, and wear sunscreen during the day.

Our Take

Why it made the edit.

Why we love it: Retinal is a step up from retinol, and the cream serum texture is comfortable for a strong active. The price is fair for the category.
Skip it if: You are pregnant or nursing, or your skin is already irritated.
The catch: Retinoids can cause dryness and redness at first, and visible changes take weeks of consistent use.

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