The Retinol 0.1 Cream

Name: COSRX The Retinol 0.1 Cream
Brand: COSRX

moisturisermid-range

Overall score7.8

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✶ Hero ingredients

#2Butylene Glycol

Lightweight humectant and solvent

#3Glycerin

One of the most effective humectants

#4Cetearyl Alcohol

Fatty alcohol blend — emollient and emulsifier

Score breakdown

Overall

7.8

Hydration Efficacy8.1

Irritation Risk9.5

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Active Ingredient Strength4.2

Ingredient Transparency7.8

Formulation Safety9.0

Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.

What makes COSRX The Retinol 0.1 Cream stand out

COSRX The Retinol 0.1 Cream is a solid moisturiser with an overall score of 7.8/9.8. Positioned in the mid-range bracket, it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.

It performs well on hydration (8.1) and low irritation risk (9.5). On the flip side, active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.

Is this right for you?

Great for

✓Dry or dehydrated skin — strong moisture-binding profile
✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags

Key ingredients

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Butylene Glycol
Draws in moisture — #2 in the INCI list
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Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #3 in the INCI list
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Cetearyl Alcohol
Softens and smooths — #4 in the INCI list
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Retinol
Works on your skin — #8 in the INCI list
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Squalane
Softens and smooths — #9 in the INCI list

Full ingredient list

18 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)

#1Water #2Butylene Glycol #3Glycerin #4Cetearyl Alcohol #5Cetearyl Olivate #6Sorbitan Olivate #72-Hexanediol #8Retinol #9Squalane #10Adenosine #11Panthenol #12Allantoin #13Sodium Hyaluronate #14Dimethicone #15Carbomer #16Arginine #17Ethyl Hexanediol #18Phenoxyethanol

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Ingredient breakdown

Other ingredient6
Draws in moisture4
Softens and smooths3
Works on your skin3
Holds the formula together1
Keeps the product fresh1

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