Retinol Serum

retinol serum · 30 ml · Skincare

The Inkey List Retinol Serum is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 30-ingredient list, with hyaluronic acid, glycerin and retinoids. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains silicones (Dimethicone).

Fragrance-free
No essential oils
No labelled fragrance allergens
No drying alcohol
Sulfate-free
Contains silicones
Paraben-free
No MI/MCI

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Key ingredients in Retinol Serum

Hyaluronic acid
A humectant that pulls water into the top layer of skin.
Glycerin
A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.
Retinoids
Vitamin A forms that speed cell turnover for lines, texture and breakouts.
Lactic acid (AHA)
A gentler, hydrating exfoliant.
Vitamin C
An antioxidant that brightens and evens tone.
Squalane
A light, skin-compatible emollient.
Peptides
Signal ingredients used in firming and anti-ageing formulas.
Vitamin E
An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

30 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

1Water (Aqua/Eau)
2GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
3Butylene GlycolButylene Glycol is a clear, odorless liquid that attracts and holds water. It is a…
4PropanediolPropanediol is a clear liquid that draws water toward the skin. Its jobs are as a…
5Dicaprylyl CarbonateA light, silky ester oil made from a fatty alcohol and carbonic acid, used to soften…
6DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
7Retinyl Acetate
8PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
9Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
10Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
11PhospholipidsPhospholipids are fat-like molecules, similar to those in skin's cell membranes, that…
12SqualaneSqualane is a light, oil-like ingredient that softens skin and helps it hold moisture.…
13Dimethyl Isosorbide
14Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
15CarbomerA synthetic polymer made from acrylic acid that thickens water-based products and keeps…
16Polysorbate 60Polysorbate 60 is a mild, water-loving emulsifier made from sorbitol, ethylene oxide…
17Tocopheryl AcetateTocopheryl Acetate is a stable form of vitamin E. Its main job is to act as an…
18Glycolipids
19Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate
20Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
21Sorbitan IsostearateSorbitan Isostearate is a common emulsifier made by joining sorbitol with isostearic…
22Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols
23Tetrasodium Glutamate DiacetateTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate is a chelating agent, a salt made from glutamic acid,…
24Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
25Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment FiltrateA liquid made by fermenting radish root with Leuconostoc bacteria, then filtering out…
26Hyaluronic AcidHyaluronic acid is a sugar-based molecule, naturally found in skin, that holds a lot of…
27Sodium LactateSodium Lactate is the sodium salt of lactic acid, a mild alpha hydroxy acid. It mainly…
28Tocopherol Polysorbate 20
29Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7A synthetic peptide, a short chain of amino acids with a fatty tail, used as a signal…
30Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1A synthetic peptide, a short chain of three amino acids with a fatty acid attached. It…

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/5060879820685, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	None listed	—
Essential oils	None listed	—
Labelled fragrance allergens	None listed	—
Drying alcohol	None listed	—
Sulfates	None listed	—
Silicones	Contains	Dimethicone (#6)
Parabens	None listed	—
MI / MCI	None listed	—
Formaldehyde releasers	None listed	—
Mineral oil & petrolatum	None listed	—
Lanolin	None listed	—
Chemical UV filters	None listed	—

Frequently asked questions

Is The Inkey List Retinol Serum fragrance-free?

Yes. The Inkey List Retinol Serum lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does The Inkey List Retinol Serum contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Dimethicone). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does The Inkey List Retinol Serum pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for sensitive skin, eczema-prone skin, contact dermatitis and perfume allergy. Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, Glycerin, Retinoids and Lactic acid (AHA).