Amazon Brand - Belei Retinol Vitamin A Refining Moisturizer, Fragrance Free, Paraben Free, 1.7 fl oz (Pack of 1)

I got a small sample of this in the mail, used it for 2 nights, and really liked it. I just ordered & received a full bottle a couple nights ago. I don’t get hung up on percentage or composition of ingredients like some of the reviews I read prior to ordering the bottle. Right, wrong or indifferent, I base my opinion and purchasing decision on the effect on my skin, because that’s what matters most to me with skincare. So far, this has proven to be a perfect lotion composition for my skin. I’m 41 with combination oily/dry patch skin, large pores, and rosacea. After 40, my skin has started breaking out like it did in adolescence. It’s not heavy & not light or watery. Perfect consistency & absorption. I use it at night after washing & exfoliating with oil control salicylic acid pads. It tingles then settles into the skin without clogging my huge pores. Has a slight smell that is apparently appealing to cats, so I’ve learned to wash my hands after application :) I tried a couple mornings to use my C E Ferulic serum (different brand) before morning moisturizer, but that preceded by this lotion in the evening flared my rosacea. So I’m taking a break from the serum. This moisturizer has helped halt my breakouts. Skin is already looking brighter & more rested in the mornings. I’m not a fan of the push-down pump packaging though, because I’m going to have to figure out how to break into this bottle to scrape out the last drops. I’m picky about skincare because I have to be based on my myriad of issues & so far I am a huge fan of this product.

So I just received this today in the mail and I’ve been really excited to try Amazons new line of cosmetics/beauty products. Just a note, I am an avid skincare fanatic. I buy several products from countless brands including: La Mer, Drunk Elephant, SK II, Peter Thomas Roth, Kate Somerville, Clinique, Caudalie, la Rochay, Kiehls, Fresh, etc. I must say for the price of this product, the packaging was really nice. Keeping it up there with other high end skin care lines. Since this is my first day using, I can’t tell how this product will reflect in the long run, as most skin care products take a bit of getting used to before real results shine through. But I will say I really liked the texture of this cream. It was really smooth, absorbed into skin well, not heavily scented, and not greasy. The moment you rub it between your fingertips, you can already tell it dries well and not shiny/oily. I have combination skin (oily t zone) and so far, it’s blended well with my skin. Will update how my skin is affected over the next few days/weeks as I continue to use the product.

I like the product. The center lid pump is also nice and a little goes a long way. I noted that sometimes it does "slough" off of my face, which is odd- maybe a in consistency in ingredients. I don't notice a retinol tingle at all and I'm unable to find how much retinol is actually in the formula, but it does moisturize well. If you have oily skin, this may not be for you, as it does stay "shiny" and "fresh" even under makeup. I use it morning and night and can tell my face is less dry but it's too early to note anything else. I'd like to know the retinol % before I purchase again, but overall a good moisturizer, I think.

I wanted to try retinol products in the market. Much to consider with all the options and pros and cons of each brand. I gave this a try during the start of WFH in case if my skin should have a reaction. Besides it was affordable and would not feel so bad if I couldn’t use it. It’s been over 6months now of using daily, and am very happy with the results. I am 52 year old guy and I like that it has no scent and texture is absorbed without feeling heavy on the surface. I do use this as my day moisturizer. I use another brand for my night regimen. Belie products works well and having worked in cosmetic industry, it’s mostly same formulation and ingredients that everyone uses. And the how it’s packaged, branded and marketed determines its price point.

I'm returning a ton of my recently purchased name-brand skincare products after purchasing and using the Belei products. I purchased the following Belei products:-Ferulic Acid + Vitamins C and E Serum-Retinol Moisturizer-Tripe-Peptide Eye CreamI have used all of them only one time. I am writing my review 4 hours after applying the products.Note: I am 30 years old. I have combination skin with an oily t-zone. I have fine lines around my eyes and large pores.Here is my opinion on each product:After washing my face with the Philosophy micro bead face wash, I applied the serum. It wasn't watery or thick, just the right consistency. I used about 2 drops, applied it to one cheek and it sank right into my skin. I had to use several drops to cover my entire face. When I finished, my face wasn't greasy. It was perfect.After the serum, I applied the Retinol Moisturizer. The container is a pump where you push down and the moisturizer comes out of the middle. It went on smoothly. It was a tiny bit tingly on my skin, but it was only a couple seconds. When I was done with the moisturizer, my face felt great; however, my face is still greasy 4 hours later. I can't see anyone applying make-up after using this, unless they have drier skin. Maybe my skin is too oily.Last, I put on the Triple-Peptide Eye Cream. Now this container seemed a little messy. Comparing it to my other two $80 eye creams, this one was all over the place. Under the lid is a cover on top of the cream. There is a tiny tab to lift it off and to put back into place when done. I dropped that cover 4 times. Aside from that, the cream itself is awesome. It applies well and sinks into my skin quickly. This jar will last a long time.All in all, I recommend these products and I think the name brand products need to watch out--Amazon is going to kill the skincare game!I will update in 1 month.