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Unproven for Aging
What Makes This Different
Most budget firming serums either load up on a strong retinol (good for results, bad for sensitive skin) or lean exclusively on a single peptide (mild but unconvincing). On the Rise splits the difference with a peptide duo, resveratrol, gentle retinyl palmitate, and a vitamin C derivative for antioxidant support — a 'soft introduction to anti-aging' positioning rather than an aggressive treatment.
Versed
Versed On the Rise Firming Serum Review
Beginner-Friendly Firming Serum
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A gentle, beginner-friendly firming serum built around a peptide duo, resveratrol, and the mildest form of topical vitamin A. For users who want a soft introduction to anti-aging actives without irritation, it's a reasonable pick — but results are modest and retinyl palmitate is a much weaker active than a proper retinol at the same price range.
Made in United States Launched 2019 All-year use PAO: 12 months
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How well it fits each concern
Verdict by concern tap a concern for the case
Unprovenfor AgingIn your profileYou chose · Vitamin E has early or mechanistic evidence for aging — a reasonable bet, not a recommendation; the other actives here are not yet assessed for it.
The case for it
- Tocopherol has early or mechanistic evidence for this concern, not trial-backed standing.
- It is plausibly present at a working level, though the concentration is not declared.
- The formula carries none of the triggers this concern is sensitive to.
What would change this: A declared concentration would move this to a firmer reading of the dose.
Same rule for everyone. “Unproven” is the verdict on 1,111 of 45,024 concern verdicts across the catalog; rule R9 decided 1,111 of them. Unchanged since September 5, 2026, engine 5.1.1.
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- Rule
- R9 — Plausible-tier actives alone do not earn a recommendation, and 'not for this' would overstate the case against them. 'Unproven' with the evidence dots lets the reader judge the bet (added 0.2.0 after the first shadow run put a 10% niacinamide serum at 'not for this' for hyperpigmentation). 0.5.0: the closing clause reads the other heroes — "nothing else here addresses it" only when every other active has a researched 'none' row; "not yet assessed" when that is the truth. Rows whose dots read moderate or better now reach R9p first. · the full register
- Carrying active
- Tocopherol
- Standing
- plausible — trials support it
- Form
- plausible — studied range 1%, from the OTC monograph or label; needs leave-on contact
- Tolerability
- gentle
- Row checked
- against its sources on July 17, 2026 (evidence table ev-2026.09-r228)
The studies behind the evidence row
- Nanostructured Lipid Carrier Based Gel Containing α-Tocopherol and α-Tocopheryl Acetate for Synergistic Cutaneous Antiaging Efficacy — Scientific Reports (2025), opened July 16, 2026
- Efficacy of a topical serum containing L-ascorbic acid, neohesperidin, pycnogenol, tocopherol, and hyaluronic acid in relation to skin aging signs — Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology (2022), opened July 16, 2026
- A serum containing vitamins C & E and a matrix-repair tripeptide reduces facial signs of aging as evidenced by Primos® analysis and frequently repeated self-assessments — Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology (2020), opened July 16, 2026
- Vitamin E in dermatology — Clinical Dermatology (2026), opened July 16, 2026
- Effects of tocotrienol on aging skin: A systematic review — Frontiers in Pharmacology (2022), opened July 16, 2026
Promisingfor DullnessIn your profileYou chose · Hyaluronic Acid has trial-level evidence for dullness but no guideline or regulatory standing yet — promising, short of a recommendation; the other actives here are not yet assessed for it.
The case for it
- Sodium Hyaluronate has trial-level evidence for this concern but no guideline or regulatory standing yet.
- It is plausibly present at a working level, though the concentration is not declared.
- The formula carries none of the triggers this concern is sensitive to.
What would change this: A declared concentration would move this to a firmer reading of the dose.
Same rule for everyone. “Promising” is the verdict on 7,858 of 45,024 concern verdicts across the catalog; rule R9p decided 7,858 of them. Unchanged since September 5, 2026, engine 5.1.1.
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- Rule
- R9p — 0.5.0: 'Unproven' beside three filled dots read as one question answered twice with opposite words (7,018 rows). The chip measures standing, the dots measure trial volume; where the row carries at least one RCT or a tier-2 source (moderate dots) and the active is present at a working level, the honest word is Promising. Unproven is reserved for plausible-standing rows with limited or weak evidence, or an under-dosed form. Same rank as Unproven — a bet either way; the dots order them. · the full register
- Carrying active
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Standing
- plausible — trials support it
- Form
- plausible
- Tolerability
- gentle
- Row checked
- against its sources on July 17, 2026 (evidence table ev-2026.09-r228)
The studies behind the evidence row
- Benefits of topical hyaluronic acid for skin quality and signs of skin aging: From literature review to clinical evidence — Dermatologic Therapy (2022), opened July 16, 2026
Good choicefor DehydrationIn your profileYou chose · Hyaluronic Acid is a reference standard by mechanism for dehydration; this serum carries it.
The case for it
- Sodium Hyaluronate has trial-supported standing for this concern.
- It is plausibly present at a working level, though the concentration is not declared.
- The formula carries none of the triggers this concern is sensitive to.
What would change this: A declared concentration would move this to a firmer reading of the dose.
Same rule for everyone. “Good choice” is the verdict on 9,564 of 45,024 concern verdicts across the catalog; rule R5 decided 9,072 of them. Unchanged since September 5, 2026, engine 5.1.1.
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- Rule
- R5 — Trial-supported or guideline-supported active, adequately or plausibly dosed. · the full register
- Carrying active
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Standing
- supported — its mechanism is established
- Form
- plausible — studied range 0.1%, from the trials on the row; needs leave-on contact; judge it after ~1 weeks
- Tolerability
- gentle
- Row checked
- against its sources on July 17, 2026 (evidence table ev-2026.09-r228)
The studies behind the evidence row
- Draelos ZD, Cosmetic Dermatology: Products and Procedures — hyaluronic acid classified as a humectant water-binding agent holding many times its weight in water — reference work
Where our review and the verdict differ. The review below was written on the formulation and the published trials; the verdicts above apply the stricter standing test in our methodology — an active earns a recommendation only with guideline or regulatory standing for the concern. Where the two disagree, the verdict is DermApproved’s position.
A verdict is DermApproved’s assessment of how well a product’s ingredients fit a concern — never a claim about what the product treats. Evidence dots and collected reviews sit beside it and are never blended in. Rules 0.5.1 · evidence table ev-2026.09-r228 · how we decide
Assessment
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Peptide duo at a reasonable INCI position for a budget firming serum
- ✓ Resveratrol at the sixth slot contributes meaningful antioxidant support
- ✓ Retinyl palmitate is gentle enough for sensitive beginners
- ✓ Fragrance-free and alcohol-free base
- ✓ Lightweight texture layers cleanly under moisturizer and sunscreen
- ✓ Well-suited to users who have been irritated by traditional retinols
Cons
- ✗ Retinyl palmitate is the weakest form of topical vitamin A
- ✗ Peptide and resveratrol dosing not disclosed
- ✗ Results are slow and subtle compared to a real retinol or adapalene
- ✗ PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil makes it not fungal-acne-safe
- ✗ Not pregnancy-safe due to the vitamin A derivative content
- ✗ Propylene glycol high on the INCI list may sensitize some users
Review
Full Review
Anti-aging skincare has a recurring problem: the ingredients with the best evidence for meaningful results — tretinoin, adapalene, well-formulated retinol, high-strength acids — are also the ingredients most likely to irritate, peel, and drive new users away from the category entirely. The industry response has been to build a whole tier of 'gentle anti-aging' products that use peptides, resveratrol, and the milder vitamin A derivatives, which are tolerable for almost anyone but which also deliver much smaller results. On the Rise sits squarely in that tier. It is one of the more coherently-built examples of the genre, but you should understand what it is before you buy it.
The active story starts with a peptide duo — palmitoyl tripeptide-1 and palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 — that is a common pairing in firming serums and is sold commercially under the name Matrixyl 3000. The mechanism is that these signal peptides mimic fragments of broken collagen and trigger fibroblasts to produce new collagen in response, with some supporting evidence of reduced inflammatory signaling in the dermis. The published research on this peptide combination is modest but real: several studies have shown measurable improvements in the appearance of fine lines and skin firmness over several months of daily use, generally at concentrations that work out to around three percent in finished products. Versed doesn't disclose the exact dosing here, which is a legitimate complaint, but the peptides are at a reasonable enough position on the INCI list to suggest they are not cosmetic window dressing.
The next interesting inclusion is resveratrol, sitting unusually high at the sixth position on the list. Resveratrol is a polyphenol antioxidant from red grapes with a growing evidence base for topical photoprotection and anti-inflammatory activity. Its inclusion at this concentration — plus the supporting vitamin E duo of tocopherol and tocopheryl acetate — gives the formula a small multi-antioxidant defense system. Not a blockbuster result on its own, but a thoughtful supporting layer.
Then comes retinyl palmitate, and here is where the honest assessment has to get sharper. Retinyl palmitate is the gentlest form of topical vitamin A you can buy, and it is several metabolic steps removed from the active form, retinoic acid. When you apply retinyl palmitate to your skin, your own enzymes have to convert it through retinol, then to retinal, and finally to retinoic acid before it can do anti-aging work. Each conversion step loses efficacy, which means that a retinyl palmitate serum at a given percentage will deliver substantially less active retinoid to your skin than a retinol or prescription retinoid at the same percentage. In published research, retinyl palmitate has the weakest anti-aging evidence of any vitamin A derivative, and dermatologists generally view it as a 'marketing retinoid' — present on the label for the anti-aging association but not doing much of the heavy lifting.
That doesn't make On the Rise a bad product. It makes it a specific kind of product. If you are brand-new to anti-aging skincare, if you have sensitive or reactive skin that has stung with previous retinols, if you want a fragrance-free daily firming step that layers comfortably with other serums and moisturizers, On the Rise is a reasonable and well-tolerated option. It will produce mild improvements in texture, a subtle plumping effect from the humectants, and over two to three months of disciplined daily use, a gentle firming effect that is probably real but that you will not notice dramatically. For the user who wants 'something' rather than 'nothing' and who values daily comfort over dramatic results, this is a fair product.
If, on the other hand, you have normal-to-tolerant skin and you want anti-aging results that are actually visible in the mirror within a few months, On the Rise is a soft pick at the same price range where harder-working products exist. A well-formulated adapalene 0.1 percent gel is available over the counter for a similar price and has decades of clinical evidence for both acne and photoaging. A drugstore retinol at 0.5 to one percent produces visibly more effect than retinyl palmitate. A prescription tretinoin is the most-studied anti-aging ingredient in dermatology history and is not dramatically more expensive once you factor in insurance. None of these are gentle, and none of them are right for every skin type, but for the buyer who wants results, they outperform peptide-plus-retinyl-palmitate serums on the same timeline. Knowing where On the Rise sits on that spectrum is the key to deciding whether it's the right purchase for you.
Application is unremarkable in a good way. The serum is a clear, thin gel that sinks in within about a minute without tingling or residue, and it layers cleanly under moisturizer and sunscreen. There is no sensory drama, no pilling issues, and no fragrance. Used twice daily, it delivers a soft, hydrated finish that is pleasant to wear and that stacks reasonably with other products in a routine. For pregnancy, the retinyl palmitate content disqualifies it — vitamin A derivatives of any form are generally avoided during pregnancy out of caution, even though the systemic absorption from a daily topical is small. For acne-prone fungal skin, the PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil and polysorbate 20 in the formula mean this is not a fungal-acne-safe product.
On value, twenty-two dollars for one fluid ounce is a fair price for a gentle daily firming serum. A bottle lasts two to three months at twice-daily use. Against more expensive department-store firming serums with similar formulation stories, it's significantly cheaper and holds its own on gentleness. Against better-performing retinol or adapalene products at the same price range, it is the softer, slower, less effective choice. Both of those positionings are valid, and which one is right for you depends entirely on what you're actually trying to accomplish.
Formula
Key Ingredients
The hero actives that drive this product's performance.
| Ingredient | Function | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 | A signal-peptide duo commonly known as the 'Matrixyl 3000' system, positioned to support collagen production and reduce inflammatory signaling in the dermis. This specific pair has some published support for improvement in fine lines and skin firmness with daily use over several months, and is the central active story of this firming serum. | Not yet assessed |
| Resveratrol | A polyphenol antioxidant from red grapes that sits unusually high on this INCI list — sixth position — suggesting a meaningful concentration. It provides free-radical protection against environmental stressors and mild anti-inflammatory support alongside the peptides. | Not yet assessed |
| Retinyl Palmitate | The gentlest form of topical vitamin A, several steps removed from active retinoic acid and significantly less potent than retinol or tretinoin. Its inclusion here is consistent with a 'firming serum for users new to vitamin A' positioning rather than a serious anti-aging treatment — it contributes mild cell-turnover support without the irritation of stronger retinoids. | Not yet assessed |
| Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate | A stable vitamin C derivative that converts to ascorbic acid in the skin, providing mild antioxidant and brightening support. It sits low on the INCI list, so its contribution is supportive rather than headline-level — it is not positioned as the main active. | Limited for Aging |
| Sodium Hyaluronate | The water-phase humectant that provides baseline hydration and a soft, plumping feel at the surface. It ensures the serum doesn't feel stripping and supports the immediate tighter, smoother appearance the product is pitched on. | Established mechanism for Dehydration · established mechanism |
| Tocopherol | Natural vitamin E, included alongside tocopheryl acetate as an antioxidant support layer. Works with resveratrol to provide a small multi-antioxidant defense against environmental stressors. | Limited for Aging |
Ingredient standings describe the active at treatment-level doses and vehicles; this product's own condition grades weigh its actual formula.
Full INCI List
Water, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Resveratrol, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Retinyl Palmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Xanthan Gum, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Carbomer, Sodium Metabisulfite, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Lactate
✗ Not Pregnancy Safe ✓ Fragrance Free✓ Alcohol Free✓ Oil Free✓ Silicone Free✓ Paraben Free✓ Sulfate Free✓ Cruelty Free✓ Vegan✗ Fungal Acne Safe
Propylene GlycolPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilRetinyl PalmitatePhenoxyethanol
Compatibility
Skin Match
Best For
Routine Step
serum
Time of Day
AM & PM
Layering Tips
Apply after cleansing and before moisturizer, morning and night. Safe to layer with hydrating serums and most non-retinoid actives. Avoid using alongside a stronger retinol on the same night.
Results Timeline
Mild immediate smoothing and plumping from the humectant base. Subtle firmness improvement after 8-12 weeks of consistent daily use. This is a slow, cumulative product, not a dramatic one.
hydrating tonersniacinamide serumsceramide moisturizersmineral sunscreens
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See where it fits — layering order & night-splitting
Sample AM Routine
- Gentle cleanser
- Versed On the Rise Firming Serum
- Moisturizer
- Sunscreen
Sample PM Routine
- Gentle cleanser
- Versed On the Rise Firming Serum
- Moisturizer
Evidence
Science & Expert Perspective
The Science
The peptide combination in On the Rise — palmitoyl tripeptide-1 and palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, together known as Matrixyl 3000 — has some supporting research for improvements in fine lines and skin firmness. Research reported in the International Journal of Cosmetic Science and cited in dermatology reviews demonstrated measurable improvements in wrinkle depth and skin tonicity with Matrixyl 3000 over several months of daily application. The mechanism involves signal-peptide mimicry of broken collagen fragments, which stimulates fibroblast activity and new collagen synthesis, and is one of the better-documented peptide approaches in cosmetic science.
Resveratrol has an expanding research base for topical photoprotection and anti-inflammatory activity. Research reported in Experimental Dermatology and other journals have shown that topical resveratrol provides measurable antioxidant protection against UV-induced free radicals and may reduce inflammatory signaling in photoaged skin. Its position at the sixth slot on this formula is high for a resveratrol-containing serum and suggests a functional rather than decorative inclusion.
The retinyl palmitate evidence base is the weakest of the vitamin A derivatives. Published comparative research on topical vitamin A forms has consistently shown retinoic acid as the most effective, retinol as the best-studied over-the-counter option, retinaldehyde as an intermediate, and retinyl palmitate as the gentlest but significantly less efficacious on anti-aging endpoints. The FDA has recognized retinol for OTC cosmetic use but retinyl palmitate is generally viewed in the dermatology literature as a weak anti-aging ingredient. The inclusion here is consistent with a gentle beginner positioning rather than a serious anti-aging mechanism.
The overall formulation — peptides plus antioxidants plus a gentle vitamin A derivative in a humectant-heavy base — is coherent for a soft-introduction firming serum. It is not a formulation strategy that will match the results of a well-formulated retinol or a prescription retinoid, and the honest science assessment is that it is more supportive than transformative.
Dermatologist Perspective
Dermatologists generally view peptide-and-retinyl-palmitate serums like Versed On the Rise as reasonable soft-introduction products for patients who are new to anti-aging actives, have sensitive or reactive skin, or are not comfortable with the irritation profile of stronger retinoids. Working dermatologists have long observed that retinyl palmitate is the weakest form of topical vitamin A and that meaningful anti-aging results in clinical populations are typically associated with retinol, retinaldehyde, tretinoin, or adapalene rather than retinyl palmitate. The typical clinical guidance is that a product like this is appropriate for daily maintenance and gentle early-stage use, but that patients seeking significant improvement in photoaging, fine lines, or skin laxity should progress to a retinol or prescription retinoid when their skin can tolerate it. Dermatologists also emphasize that peptide serums work on a multi-month timeline and that expectations should be calibrated accordingly. This product is avoided during pregnancy because of the vitamin A derivative content.
Guidance
Usage & Recommendations
How to Use
After cleansing, apply three to five drops to clean, dry skin and pat evenly across the face, avoiding the eye area. Follow with moisturizer. In the morning, always follow with a broad-spectrum sunscreen — vitamin A derivatives mildly increase photosensitivity. Use twice daily for best results, though once-daily evening use is a reasonable starting point. Avoid layering with a stronger retinol on the same night. Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Store away from direct sunlight and heat. Patch test on the jawline before the first full-face application.
Value Assessment
At around twenty-two dollars for one fluid ounce, On the Rise is fairly priced for a gentle daily firming serum with a peptide and resveratrol story. A bottle lasts two to three months at twice-daily use. The value question is not about the price itself but about the opportunity cost: for the same price, a well-formulated drugstore retinol or an over-the-counter adapalene gel will deliver meaningfully stronger anti-aging results for users whose skin can tolerate them, and a fragrance-free ceramide moisturizer with niacinamide covers most of what On the Rise does for sensitive skin without the vitamin A concern. The serum makes sense as a dedicated pick for sensitive beginners, and it is hard to justify as an upgrade for anyone already running a more active routine.
Who Should Buy
Users with normal, combination, or dry skin who are new to anti-aging actives and want a gentle, daily-use firming serum that won't sting or peel. A reasonable pick for sensitive-skinned users who have been irritated by traditional retinols and want a softer vitamin A derivative, and for anyone looking for a beginner-friendly introduction to the category.
Who Should Skip
Users with normal, tolerant skin who want meaningful anti-aging results — a proper retinol, over-the-counter adapalene, or prescription tretinoin will deliver much more at similar or lower prices. Anyone pregnant or breastfeeding. Users specifically managing fungal acne, because of the PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil and polysorbate 20 content.
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Product Details
Texture
Clear, lightweight gel-serum that spreads easily and absorbs without residue.
Scent
Effectively scentless; only a trace of a neutral base note on application.
Packaging
1 fl oz glass dropper bottle.
lightweightfast-absorbing
What to Expect on First Use
On first use, expect a thin, clear gel-serum that sinks in within about a minute with no tingling, no scent, and no immediate drama. Over the first week of daily use, skin feels marginally softer and looks slightly more hydrated. Meaningful changes in firmness or fine lines take two to three months of consistent use.
How Long It Lasts
A 1 fl oz bottle typically lasts 2-3 months with daily morning and evening.
Best Season
All Year
Background
The Story Behind This Product
On the Rise launched as part of Versed's original 2019 catalog as the brand's answer to users who wanted to start using firming ingredients but didn't want to commit to a stinging retinol or an irritating acid. Its layered peptide-and-gentle-vitamin-A approach was pitched as a daily-use alternative to stronger products, and the formula has remained in the brand's core lineup largely unchanged.
About Versed Established Brand (5–20 years)
Versed launched in 2019 with On the Rise as one of its original firming serums. The brand does not publish peer-reviewed efficacy data, and this particular formula leans on peptides, resveratrol, and a gentler retinyl palmitate rather than more aggressive retinoids. The ingredient story is competent for the price, but the peptide and vitamin A dosing is invisible to consumers.
Brand founded: 2019 · Product launched: 2019
Myth vs. Reality
Common Myths
Myth
Retinyl palmitate works the same as retinol.
Reality
It doesn't. Retinyl palmitate is several metabolic steps removed from retinoic acid — the active form of vitamin A — and has to be converted through retinol and retinal before it reaches the active form. By the time that conversion happens, the effective dose is much smaller than what you'd get from a retinol product of the same labeled strength. It is gentler, and it is also less effective.
Myth
Peptides in a daily serum deliver dramatic anti-aging results.
Reality
Peptides can contribute real but modest improvements in skin firmness and the appearance of fine lines over months of daily use. They do not match the evidence base of tretinoin, adapalene, or well-formulated retinols for serious anti-aging endpoints. Peptide serums are supportive, not transformative.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Versed On the Rise Firming Serum actually work?
It produces subtle, cumulative improvements in skin texture, hydration, and perceived firmness over two to three months of daily use. The results are real but modest — this is not a substitute for a well-formulated retinol or a prescription retinoid if you want meaningful anti-aging effects.
Is Versed On the Rise a retinol serum?
No. It contains retinyl palmitate, which is the gentlest and least potent form of topical vitamin A. Retinyl palmitate converts through several metabolic steps before reaching active retinoic acid, so its effect is much milder than retinol or prescription retinoids of the same labeled strength.
Can I use Versed On the Rise during pregnancy?
No. The retinyl palmitate content means this serum is generally avoided during pregnancy. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding and want a firming serum, look for a peptide-only formulation with no vitamin A derivatives, or ask your obstetrician for specific guidance.
How long does Versed On the Rise take to work?
Most users start to notice mild improvements in skin texture and hydration within the first two weeks, but meaningful firmness and fine-line results take 8-12 weeks of consistent twice-daily use. Peptide serums are slow and cumulative — patience is the entire point.
Can I use Versed On the Rise with retinol?
You can, but not on the same night. Layering a retinyl palmitate serum with a retinol adds vitamin A exposure from both products and increases irritation risk. If you are already using a retinol, On the Rise is either unnecessary or should be used on alternating nights at most.
Is Versed On the Rise good for sensitive skin?
Yes, relatively. The retinyl palmitate is the gentlest vitamin A derivative, and the formula is fragrance-free and alcohol-free. It is one of the more forgiving anti-aging serums at this price point for sensitive skin, though users should still patch test before daily use.
What is the difference between Versed On the Rise and a retinol?
On the Rise uses retinyl palmitate, which is gentler but much less potent than retinol. Retinol is one step closer to the active form of vitamin A and produces stronger anti-aging effects at the cost of more irritation. On the Rise is a soft introduction; a retinol is the real next step if you want dramatic results.
Reviews
What Reviewers Tend to Say
Recurring themes our editors read across retailer reviews of this product — summaries in our words, not quotations, and not a substitute for your own patch test.
Gentle enough for daily use
Nice texture and layers well
Fragrance-free formula
Affordable firming serum option
Results are subtle and slow to appear
Retinyl palmitate is a weak form of vitamin A
Peptide concentration is not disclosed
Not suitable during pregnancy because of the vitamin A content
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