{"product_id":"cosrx-the-retinol-0-3-cream-20ml","title":"COSRX The Retinol 0.3 Cream 20ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"ksp-answer\"\u003eCOSRX The Retinol 0.3 Cream is a mid-strength night cream with 0.3% pure retinol, three times the strength of the COSRX Retinol 0.1 Cream, plus super vitamin E and panthenol. It is made for people already used to retinol who want smoother-looking texture, firmer-looking skin and softer-looking fine lines. We sell it original from COSRX in 20ml, shipped from Seoul with Cash on Delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCOSRX Retinol 0.3 Cream at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCOSRX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRetinol night cream\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKey ingredients\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.3% pure retinol, super vitamin E (tocopherol), panthenol (B5)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStrength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMid-strength: three times the retinol of The Retinol 0.1 Cream\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExperienced retinol users; fine lines, loss of firmness, uneven texture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhen to use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvening only, starting 2–3 nights a week\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSold in Pakistan by\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKorean Skincare Pakistan — an Official Authentic seller of COSRX in Pakistan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIs COSRX Retinol 0.3 Cream right for your skin?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have used a gentle retinol (such as 0.1%) without irritation and want the next step up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine lines, rough texture and skin that looks less firm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who prefers retinol in a cream rather than a serum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSkip it, or patch-test first, if\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have never used retinol: start with the COSRX Retinol 0.1 Cream and move up after a few months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are pregnant or breastfeeding: ask your doctor first, as with any retinoid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour skin is red, peeling, sunburnt or very sensitive right now: wait until it has calmed down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow do you use COSRX Retinol 0.3 Cream?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eEvening\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleanse and dry your face completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a pea-sized amount over the face, avoiding the eyes, lips and corners of the nose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart 2–3 nights a week; increase slowly only if your skin stays comfortable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow with a plain moisturiser if your skin feels dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003eWear a broad-spectrum SPF 50 sunscreen every morning while using retinol. On retinol nights, skip other strong actives such as AHA, BHA and vitamin C. Mild dryness in the first weeks is common; stop and see a doctor if irritation is strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat are the key ingredients in COSRX Retinol 0.3 Cream?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetinol (0.3%)\u003c\/strong\u003e — a vitamin A ingredient that helps skin look smoother and firmer and fine lines look softer with regular use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuper vitamin E (tocopherol)\u003c\/strong\u003e — an antioxidant that helps protect and comfort skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePanthenol (vitamin B5)\u003c\/strong\u003e — helps skin hold moisture and feel calmer while it adjusts to retinol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCOSRX Retinol 0.3 Cream vs COSRX Retinol 0.1 Cream: which should you choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCOSRX Retinol 0.3 Cream\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cosrx-retinol-0-1-cream-20ml\"\u003eCOSRX Retinol 0.1 Cream\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRetinol strength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.3% (three times stronger)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.1%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExperienced retinol users\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirst-time retinol users\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhen to use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvening, start 2–3 nights a week\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvening, start 2–3 nights a week\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart with the 0.1 Cream if you are new to retinol. Move to the 0.3 Cream once your skin has used retinol comfortably for a few months and you want a stronger step. Never use both on the same night.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow can you tell if your COSRX Retinol 0.3 Cream is original?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe cream should be a smooth, pale-yellow cream in a sealed 20ml tube, with 'The Retinol 0.3' and COSRX printed clearly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe tube's batch code and the box should match; a missing or smudged code is a warning sign.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA price far below other trusted sellers usually means old stock or a fake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the batch code printed on the box and the bottle: the two must match, and the code should look printed, not stuck on. Every unit we sell is batch-code checked on arrival in Seoul, and we verify any code for free — see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/how-to-check-if-korean-skincare-is-original\"\u003ehow to check if Korean skincare is original\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSimilar products to consider\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cosrx-retinol-0-1-cream-20ml\"\u003eCOSRX Retinol 0.1% Cream 20ml\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cosrx-the-6-peptide-skin-booster-serum\"\u003eCOSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/celimax-the-vita-a-retinol-shot-tightening-serum-30ml\"\u003ecelimax The Vita-A Retinol Shot Tightening Serum 30ml\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRelated guides and collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cosrx-skincare-products-in-pakistan\"\u003eAll COSRX products in Pakistan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/cosrx-pakistan\"\u003eIs Korean Skincare Pakistan an official authentic COSRX seller?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/retinol-retinal-skincare-pakistan\"\u003eRetinol and retinal skincare in Pakistan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/anti-aging-wrinkles-pakistan\"\u003eKorean anti-aging skincare\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/retinal-vs-retinol-which-one-works-better-for-wrinkles-in-pakistani\"\u003eRetinal vs retinol: which one for wrinkles?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp class=\"ksp-trust\"\u003eKorean Skincare Pakistan is a Seoul-based authorised seller of major 40+ K-beauty brands. Every product is 100% original, batch-code verified on arrival and shipped from our Seoul warehouse, delivered to your door in 5–7 days nationwide with Cash on Delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ksp-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCOSRX Retinol 0.3 Cream: frequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the COSRX Retinol 0.3 Cream at Korean Skincare Pakistan original?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Korean Skincare Pakistan is an Official Authentic seller of COSRX in Pakistan. Our stock is bought from official COSRX channels in Seoul, every unit is batch-code checked on arrival and shipped from our Seoul warehouse. If a product is ever not original, an old batch or near expiry, you can return it free within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between COSRX Retinol 0.1 and 0.3?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 0.3 Cream has three times the retinol of the 0.1 Cream. The 0.1 is the starter strength for people new to retinol; the 0.3 is a mid-strength step for skin already used to retinol. Both are 20ml night creams and are used in the same way, starting 2–3 nights a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan beginners use COSRX Retinol 0.3?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is not the best place to start. COSRX recommends the 0.3 for people already familiar with retinol. If you have never used retinol, begin with the 0.1 Cream for a few months, then move up if your skin stays comfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use the Retinol 0.3 Cream with vitamin C or acids?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot on the same night at first. Use vitamin C in the morning and keep AHA or BHA exfoliants for nights when you do not use retinol. Always wear SPF 50 sunscreen in the morning, because retinol makes skin more sensitive to the sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs retinol safe during pregnancy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are pregnant or breastfeeding, ask your doctor before using any retinoid, including this cream. Gentler options without retinoids, such as peptide or niacinamide products, may be better choices during that time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I know the price and when it is available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original is sold here by Korean Skincare Pakistan, an Official Authentic seller of COSRX in Pakistan. The live price and stock show right under the Add to Cart button, and orders ship from our Seoul warehouse in 5–7 days with Cash on Delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--\/ksp-faq--\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\" id=\"ksp-faq-schema\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is the COSRX Retinol 0.3 Cream at Korean Skincare Pakistan original?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes. Korean Skincare Pakistan is an Official Authentic seller of COSRX in Pakistan. Our stock is bought from official COSRX channels in Seoul, every unit is batch-code checked on arrival and shipped from our Seoul warehouse. 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