SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.3

If you've found that less concentrated formulas aren't helping your skin problems and you don't have particularly sensitive skin, SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.3 will do the trick. Because of its lower retinol concentration, Dr. Houshmand likes this night cream because it isn't as irritating as more potent products. But don't worry, she says, because even low-concentration products can produce the desired results if given enough time. This cream also contains the antioxidant vitamin C, which is another skin-care powerhouse if you want smoother, more radiant skin.

The formula works to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and discoloration, and it actively prevents and reduces breakouts thanks to a 0.3 percent concentration of retinol. Bisabolol (derived from chamomile) and boswellia serrata extract have soothing properties that help to prevent irritation. This cream is paraben-free and noncomedogenic, which means it will not clog your pores. Once your skin has adjusted to it, use it at least three times per week for best results.

Price: $67
Health Facts: 0.3% Retinol, Soothing complex, Paraben-Free, Noncomedogenic