--- product_id: 448054044 title: "Minimalist 2% Retinoid Cream" brand: "minimalist" price: "AED 79" currency: AED in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Minimalist" url: https://www.desertcart.ae/products/448054044-minimalist-2-retinoid-cream store_origin: AE region: United Arab Emirates --- # Hyaluronic Acid - deep hydration boost 17 Amino Acids - skin repair & elasticity 2% Granactive Retinoid - potent & gentle Minimalist 2% Retinoid Cream **Brand:** minimalist **Price:** AED 79 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ✨ Wake up to radiant, wrinkle-free skin with science-backed glow! ✨ ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Minimalist 2% Retinoid Cream by minimalist - **How much does it cost?** AED 79 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ae](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/448054044-minimalist-2-retinoid-cream) ## Best For - minimalist enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted minimalist brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Glow While You Sleep:** Boosts collagen production and cell turnover to reduce wrinkles and fine lines, revealing radiant, youthful skin by morning. - • **Hydration Meets Repair:** Infused with Hyaluronic Acid and 17 amino acids to restore moisture and strengthen your skin barrier overnight. - • **Next-Gen Retinoid Power:** 2% Granactive Retinoid delivers advanced anti-aging with minimal irritation for visibly smoother skin. - • **Clean & Conscious Beauty:** Free from dyes, parabens, silicones, sulfates, and fragrance—perfect for sensitive, non-comedogenic skincare. - • **Clinically Tested & Trusted:** Dermatologically tested formula sourced from Grant Industries, USA, ensuring premium quality and efficacy. ## Overview Minimalist Retinoid Cream is a dermatologist-tested anti-aging night cream featuring 2% Granactive Retinoid, hyaluronic acid, and 17 amino acids. This fragrance-free, non-comedogenic formula reduces wrinkles, fine lines, and improves skin elasticity by stimulating collagen production and boosting cell turnover. Ideal for all skin types, it delivers visible results with minimal irritation, making it a must-have for millennials seeking effective, clean skincare. ## Description desertcart.com: Minimalist Retinoid Cream for Face | Anti Aging Night Cream | Reduces Wrinkles & Fine Lines | Improves Skin Elasticity, Stimulates Collagen Production for Radiant & Glowing Skin | 1 Fl Oz / 30 ml : Beauty & Personal Care Review: Very good results! - I got good results with this cream. it absorbs quickly and it is easy to apply to my face and absorbed quickly. I noticed how smooth my face looked the next couple of days. Review: Great!! But mild - Honestly overall a great product! Been using it for a few weeks, no irritation at all...not the strongest retinoid so you won't see results fast. ## Features - [ POTENT ANTI AGING NIGHT CREAM ]: The next-generation anti-aging formula with 2% Granactive Retinoid is dermatologically tested to offer less irritation & multi-fold better effect than other retinol and retinoid derivatives. This Anti Aging Cream with Retinoids reduces all signs of aging such as fine lines and wrinkles, resulting in a younger firm skin. - Boosts cell turnover & stimulates collagen production to erase fine lines and wrinkles, revealing radiant glowy skin - Contains 17 amino acids along with Hyaluronic Acid to restore the damaged stratum corneum & keep skin hydrated and healthy - Granactive Retinoid is sourced from Grant Industries, USA - a leading global supplier in skincare ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B08F8W91F8 | | Active Ingredients | Granactive Retinoid, lactic_acid | | Age Range (Description) | Adult | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Best Sellers Rank | #61,668 in Beauty & Personal Care ( See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care ) #212 in Facial Night Creams | | Brand | Minimalist | | Brand Name | Minimalist | | Country as Labeled | United States | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 4,423 Reviews | | Item Dimensions | 2.17 x 2.17 x 4.53 inches | | Item Form | Cream | | Item Volume | 30 Milliliters | | Item Weight | 1 Ounces | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 2.17 x 2.17 x 4.53 inches | | Manufacturer | Uprising Science Pvt Ltd | | Manufacturer Part Number | RT02 | | Material Features | Dye Free, Fragrance Free, Non Comedogenic, Paraben Free, Silicone Free, Sulphate Free | | Material Type Free | Dye Free, Paraben Free, Silicone Free, Sulfate Free | | Model Number | RT02 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Other Special Features of the Product | Fragrance-Free, Non Comedogenic | | Product Benefits | Anti-Aging, Fine Line Treatment, Reduces Wrinkles | | Recommended Uses For Product | Wrinkles | | Scent Name | Unscented | | Skin Care Application Time | Nighttime | | Skin Type | All | | Special Feature | Fragrance-Free, Non Comedogenic | | Special Ingredients | Amino Acid, Granactive Retinoid, Hyaluronic Acid | | Specific Uses For Product | Aging, Fine Line, Wrinkles | | Sun Protection | 30 Sun Protection Factor (SPF) | | Target Use Body Part | Face | | Unit Count | 1.00 Fluid Ounces | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** Adult - **Brand:** Minimalist - **Item Volume:** 30 Milliliters - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 2.17 x 2.17 x 4.53 inches - **Special Feature:** Fragrance Free, Non Comedogenic ## Images ![Minimalist 2% Retinoid Cream - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/519BZQj8VAL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Do you have the list of full ingredients? Please share with me.** A: Yes .... I have the list of full ingredients of this product.... Thank you for asking the question... **Q: Does it contain fragrance?** A: This item is fragrance free.... **Q: Can this be used by nursing mothers ??** A: Not safely. It is possible (I’m not a scientist so no idea how likely) for the vitamin A derivatives to enter your breast milk and to baby. Not enough studies to show it is safe so I would advise highly against it (if curious, look up Accutane effects, Retinoids are a topical derivative similar. While I do not Think it would cause nearly such damage it is not anything I would want to chance with my child. Bakuchiol is considered a safer alternative (note- it is not at all related to Retinoid and does not have the same results) but it offers some of the similar benefits and has been considered safe for breastfeeding :) **Q: Does this do any good for eye bags specifically? Like dark undereyes?** A: This is a Retinoid workhorse works long term encouraging cell turnover and reduction of lines which may be able to provide some benefit to the shadows of under-eye area but will not make the dark bags go away. Using this product at night and then a caffeinated cream in the morning and or a vitamin C May assist with the swelling. (The Ordinary has a low cast caffeinated eye cream that seems about as effective as some very high priced ones I’ve tried!) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good results! *by M***L on December 1, 2025* I got good results with this cream. it absorbs quickly and it is easy to apply to my face and absorbed quickly. I noticed how smooth my face looked the next couple of days. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great!! But mild *by C***T on April 28, 2026* Honestly overall a great product! Been using it for a few weeks, no irritation at all...not the strongest retinoid so you won't see results fast. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent quality at an affordable price *by F***5 on November 15, 2025* The Minimalist brand is new to me. I was intrigued by the formulations & low price point, which remind me of The Ordinary & Inkey List, two affordable brands with many products I find to be effective. I'm very experienced when it comes to retinol/retinal/retinaldihyde. I've used Tretinoin off & on for the past 5 years but it's been a minute. My goal is to start Tret again but bc it's been a while I felt it would be a good idea to start reintroducing my skin in order to avoid destroying my moisture barrier while reaping the anti-aging benefits that these products provide. The Minimalist 2% Retinoid Anti-Aging Night Emulsion has a much thinner texture than I expected but I definitely appreciate it as you only need 1 or 2 pumps for the face & neck. Zero fragrance, non-comedogenic (won't clog pores), & dermatologically tested. Smooth application, absorbs nicely, without that greasy, or tacky feeling left behind, & it layers well with other products (no pilling). The product is housed in a tube with a pump, which may, or may not, be air tight (better than a jar, dropper, or squeeze tube imo) & the product dispenses easily. I've only been using this emulsion every other night for about 3 weeks (with the Minimalist Retinal eye cream) & I really like it! It's not Tretinoin, which is the gold standard, but it's definitely a quality product, perfect for a Retinoid newbie, or someone more experienced like myself who's restarting their anti-aging journey. Highly recommended! ## Frequently Bought Together - Minimalist 2% Retinoid Anti Aging Night Cream for Wrinkles & Fine Lines | Improves Skin Elasticity, Stimulates Collagen Production for Radiant & Glowing Skin | 1 Fl Oz / 30 ml - Minimalist 10% Vitamin B5 Face Moisturizer for Oily & Acne Prone Skin | Oil Free Fast Absorbing Lightweight Gel | For Women & Men | 1.7 Oz / 50 gm - Minimalist 10% Vitamin C Serum for Brightening | Improves Hydration | For All Skin Types | For Women & Men | 1 Fl Oz / 30 ml --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ae/products/448054044-minimalist-2-retinoid-cream](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/448054044-minimalist-2-retinoid-cream) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Arab Emirates* *Store origin: AE* *Last updated: 2026-07-09*