Nécessaire The Body Retinol | 0.1% Retinol
Treat your body like your face® — The Body Retinol from Nécessaire is a clinically proven repair serum-balm for the body, specifically developed for body skin care. At the heart of the formula is 0.1% pure Encapsulated Retinol, which, combined with Glycerin and Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide), visibly improves skin texture and tone with regular use. It absorbs quickly and leaves no sticky feeling.
Benefits
• Minimizes crepiness — smooths the appearance of sagging, thin skin
• Reduces lines and wrinkles — targets visible signs of body skin aging
• Evens skin tone — helps correct dark spots and uneven discoloration
• Repairs and strengthens — supports the skin barrier, restoring its health and resilience
• Non-drying and non-sticky — comfortable serum-balm texture that absorbs quickly
Clinical study results
Over 30 participants | 4 weeks | Independent laboratory | Q2 2023
• 85% reported more even skin texture
• 75% reported more even skin tone
• 85% reported a reduction in crepiness
• 82% reported less visible lines
• 82% reported less visible wrinkles
Visible effects are individual. Initial results may be visible after 90 days of regular use.
Key formula ingredients
• 0.1% Encapsulated Retinol — encapsulation technology ensures gradual release, stability, and limited irritation risk
• Glycerin — a humectant that draws moisture deep into the skin
• Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide) — brightens and helps even skin tone
• Rosewater — naturally enhances the formula's scent
Due to the high concentration of Retinol, the formula may have a distinct scent upon initial application. Contains natural by-products — Citronellol and Geraniol — derived from Rosewater. No synthetic fragrances added.
Formula profile
FeatureDetailsTextureSerum-balmpH4.0 – 5.0Volume150 ml / 5.1 fl ozPackagingAirless pump — preserves the efficacy and safety of the formula
Certifications and testing
• ✅ Dermatologist-tested
• ✅ Hypoallergenic
• ✅ Non-comedogenic
• ✅ Certified vegan
• ✅ Cruelty-Free
• ✅ EU compliant (Regulation No. 1223/2009)
Sustainability
Nécessaire is a certified B Corp, a member of 1% For The Planet, and is Climate Neutral, Plastic Neutral, and FCS certified. The airless pump packaging is designed for recycling according to How2Recycle guidelines.
Use in the evenings. Product especially recommended for mature body skin prone to sagging.