Retinol Gel 5% | High-Strength Retinol with Vitamin C

Regenerating 5% Retinol Gel – 15ml

What Is a Retinol Gel and Who Is It For
This high-strength retinol gel is designed for those looking for a more advanced approach to skin refinement.
Unlike traditional creams that dilute active ingredients with water and fillers, this anhydrous retinol gel delivers a concentrated form of Vitamin A in a lipid-based system. This format supports more even distribution across the skin and a more controlled resurfacing process.

Best suited for:
• Experienced retinol users
• Thicker, more resilient skin types
• Those looking to improve visible texture, tone, and breakouts

Not recommended for first-time retinol users.

How This Retinol Gel Works

Retinol is widely used to support skin renewal by encouraging the natural turnover of surface cells. As older cells are shed and replaced, the skin can appear smoother, clearer, and more even in tone.
This formula pairs retinol with fat-soluble Vitamin C (THDA), allowing the product to function within the skin’s lipid environment rather than sitting on the surface like water-based formulas.

This combination helps support:

• More even dispersion across the skin
• Controlled resurfacing without unnecessary dilution
• Improved appearance of fine lines and uneven texture
• Reduction in the look of breakouts and clogged pores

Why a Lipid-Based Retinol Gel Matters

Most retinol products are water-based. While this can make them easier to tolerate, it often comes at the expense of consistency and performance.

This retinol gel is formulated without water, allowing it to work more compatibly with the skin’s natural lipid barrier. The inclusion of fat-soluble Vitamin C further supports this process by helping maintain skin function and reducing visible signs of irritation associated with aggressive resurfacing.

The result is a more intentional approach to retinol use:

• Less dilution
• More control
• More consistent application

• High-strength retinol gel supports smoother-looking skin texture and more even tone
• Helps improve the appearance of clogged pores, blemishes, and congestion
• Supports the appearance of firmer-looking skin and reduced fine lines
• Encourages natural skin renewal for a more refined surface
• Formulated with fat-soluble Vitamin C to support skin health and reduce visible irritation
• Anhydrous, lipid-based formula designed for more even application across the skin

This is a highly concentrated retinol gel. Use sparingly.

• Apply a level spoonful of “The Perfect Dose” to damp skin
• Start with once or twice per week
• Adjust frequency based on skin response
• Reduce use if redness or irritation occurs

May be combined with other Truth Treatment Systems products such as Transdermal C Balm or Omega 6 Healing Cream to help buffer activity.

Storage

Store below 78°F.

If exposed to temperatures above 78°F for more than one hour, refrigerate to restore original consistency.

Best suited for normal to oily, more resilient skin types concerned with visible signs of aging, uneven tone, and breakouts.

Not recommended for sensitive skin or first-time retinol users.

Retinol (Vitamin A)
Supports the natural renewal of skin, helping improve the appearance of fine lines, uneven tone, and breakouts.

Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (Vitamin C)
A fat-soluble form of Vitamin C that works within the skin’s lipid barrier to support skin health and visible brightness.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Provides a stable lipid base that helps support even application.

Retinol, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (Vitamin C), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glyceride Esters (Myristate, Palmitate, Stearate, Ricinoleate, Eicosanedioate), Dextrin Palmitate

For best results, use as part of a structured Truth Treatment Systems routine.

Step 1 — Prepare the Skin
Lightly dampen skin or mist into the palm using Biomimetic Mineral Mist to support even distribution.

Step 2 — Apply Retinol Gel
Using a level spoonful of “The Perfect Dose,” apply a small amount to the skin. Spread evenly across the face and neck.

Step 3 — Adjust Frequency
Start once or twice per week. Increase frequency gradually based on skin tolerance.

Step 4 — Buffer if Needed
For additional comfort, layer with Omega 6 Healing Cream or Transdermal C Balm to support the skin barrier and reduce visible irritation.

Most retinol products are formulated in water-based creams and diluted to make them easier to tolerate.

That comes at a cost.

Retinol is a fat-soluble molecule. It works more naturally within the skin’s lipid environment, not in water. When you suspend it in a cream, you’re not just diluting the concentration, you’re changing how it behaves on the skin.

This formula is different.

This is an anhydrous, lipid-based retinol gel designed to support more controlled, even distribution across the skin. There’s no water, no fillers, and no unnecessary dilution.

At 5%, this is a high-strength retinol. It’s not designed for beginners. It’s designed for skin that has already adapted to Vitamin A and is ready for a more aggressive level of refinement.

You’ll notice you only need a very small amount. That’s intentional. When you’re working with this level of concentration, more is not better. Consistency and control matter more than volume.

Used correctly, retinol can be one of the most effective tools for improving the appearance of texture, tone, and breakouts.

Use as directed.

Benjamin Knight Fuchs, R.Ph.
Dermatology Pharmacist & Formulator
Founder, Truth Treatment Systems