This is a good drug store retinol product for someone just starting out with Retinols. It contains shea butter as a moisturizer so there is no drying out of the skin or irritation with other retinals like ROC, etc, nor the bad smell.

Start using every 3rd night or so until you work your way to every night. I noticed my skin is firmer to the touch and more even toned, but it took a long time and I can't contribute this to only this product.

Tip: I purchased the 1.7oz tube because it is more cost effective, but I regret that. I should have bought the 1oz tube because I still have lots left and it's been over 1 year or even more. Not sure how effective the remaining tube is after that time but I paid so much for it that I don't want to toss it. I believe it has the 24 month symbol on it so I will keep it until it goes off.