Retinol Reform® with 1% Encapsulated Retinol for Fine Lines & Wrinkles

Name: Shani Darden Skin Care Retinol Reform® with 1% Encapsulated Retinol for Fine Lines & Wrinkles
Brand: Shani Darden Skin Care

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Overall score8.7

Shani Darden Skin Care Retinol Reform® with 1% Encapsulated Retinol for Fine Lines & Wrinkles scores 8.7/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).

✶ Hero ingredients

#2Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Coconut-derived emollient

#3Glycerin

One of the most effective humectants

#4Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract

Plant extract

Score breakdown

Overall

8.7

Hydration Efficacy8.5

Irritation Risk9.5

Active Ingredient Strength7.7

Ingredient Transparency8.5

Formulation Safety9.0

Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.

Scores last verified: June 2026

What makes Shani Darden Skin Care Retinol Reform® with 1% Encapsulated Retinol for Fine Lines & Wrinkles stand out

Shani Darden Skin Care Retinol Reform® with 1% Encapsulated Retinol for Fine Lines & Wrinkles is an excellent serum with an overall score of 8.7/9.8. Positioned in the premium bracket, it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.

It performs well on hydration (8.5) and low irritation risk (9.5) and active strength (7.7).

Is this right for you?

Great for

✓Dry or dehydrated skin — strong moisture-binding profile
✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
✓Anyone wanting visible results — solid active ingredient lineup

Key ingredients

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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Softens and smooths — #2 in the INCI list
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Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #3 in the INCI list
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Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract

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Full ingredient list

41 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)

#1Water/Aqua/Eau #2Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride #3Glycerin #4Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract #5Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer #6Isohexadecane #7Lactobacillus Ferment #8Retinol

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Works on your skin — #4 in the INCI list

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Isohexadecane

Softens and smooths — #6 in the INCI list

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Lactobacillus Ferment

Works on your skin — #7 in the INCI list

#9

Niacinamide

#10Ceramide Np

#12Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

#14Tocopherol