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Superskin™ Alt-Retinol Skin Paste 50ml

About this paste

Smoothes and visibly transforms the appearance of skin. Our luxurious overnight paste leaves skin feeling more supple, refreshing its appearance for a brighter, plumped, radiant-looking complexion, while also refining the look of pores.

 

This powerful blend is enriched with Bidens pilosa, a plant-based alternative to retinol that works by mimicking retinol’s mechanism of action to smooth the appearance of deeper lines and wrinkles whilst being kind to the skin.

 

The formula also contains kigelia fruit extract, shea butter and hyaluronic acid for up to 48 hours of moisturisation, leaving skin feeling nourished and hydrated.

 

Not sure what our plant-based retinol alternative can do for your skin? Discover what retinol is and how our naturally derived ingredients can work similar magic without the side effects.

 

Was £45.00 , is £33.75
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Superskin™ Alt-Retinol Skin Paste 50ml
Was £45.00 , is £33.75
(£0.68 per ml)
50ml tube

“Excellent results. From first use made my skin feel firmer and plumper and left me with a lovely glow which was noted by my beauty therapist.”

Kathryn, Sheffield

Why you will love this

  • Smoothes and visibly transforms the appearance of skin
  • Moisturises and hydrates for up to 48 hours
  • Leaves skin looking visibly rejuvenated by morning
  • Dermatologically tested​
  • For all skin types, including sensitive

Alt-Retinol Paste The Results

Bidens Pilosa

BIDENS PILOSA
(Also known as Spanish needles)

A plant extract derived from a relative of the daisy family, Bidens pilosa works by mimicking retinol’s mechanism of action, helping to reduce the appearance of common signs of skin ageing. By adopting similar action to retinol, it targets areas prone to loss of firmness and plumpness, providing impressive results in smoothing the appearance of wrinkles but with minimal side effects.

Kigelia Fruit Extract

KIGELIA FRUIT EXTRACT
(Kigelia Africana)

Renowned for its skin-plumping benefits, which leaves skin feeling supple, we responsibly source our organic-certified kigelia fruit extract from Zimbabwe. Here, the supplier’s focus is on generating income for rural communities through the sustainable and equitable harvesting and processing of wild growing plant products.

Shea Butter

SHEA BUTTER
(Butyrospermum parkii)

Renowned for its excellent emollient properties and ability to help improve the barrier function of the skin, we source our shea butter from West Africa, where the pulp of the fruit is removed to reveal the kernel, which is boiled and dried in the sun before being shelled for pressing.

Carrot Seed Oil

CARROT SEED OIL
(Daucus carota sativa)

Rich in ‘carotenoids’, carrot seed oil can help support an even, healthy-looking skin tone and visibly brighten the appearance of skin when applied topically as part of a skincare formula. It’s this ingredient that gives Superskin™ Alt-Retinol Skin Paste a distinctive golden hue.

Aqua (water), Glycerin, Cetearyl alcohol, Vaccinium macrocarpon (cranberry) seed oil, Butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-6 distearate, Rosa rubiginosa seed oil, Ethylhexyl stearate, Kigelia africana (sausage tree) fruit extract, Alcohol denat., Maltodextrin, Borago officinalis seed oil, Glyceryl stearate, Canola oil, Gossypium herbaceum (cotton) seed oil, Citrus aurantium amara (petitgrain) leaf/twig oil, Lavandula hybrida (lavandin) oil, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Punica granatum flower extract, Daucus carota sativa (carrot) seed oil, Helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil, Citrus aurantium amara (neroli) flower oil, Tocopherol, Jojoba esters, Astrocaryum murumuru seed butter, Phenoxyethanol, Panthenol, Linum usitatissimum (linseed) seed oil, Cetyl alcohol, Polyglyceryl-3 beeswax, Bidens pilosa extract , Caprylyl glycol, Bisabolol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Linalool, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Parfum (fragrance), Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Daucus carota sativa root extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Geraniol, Limonene, Citric acid, CI 75130 (Beta-carotene).

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Rated 3 out of 5 by from Not sure Thought I’d give this a try.Hard to squeeze out of the tube but once rubbed into fingers it does melt. I have sensitive skin which I felt a little burn once applied.It did seem to bring me out in spots and to be honest I didn’t really notice a difference with my skin. Pleased I purchased it in the sale!
Date published: 2022-02-24
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Does what it says This is the second time I've purchased this and it leaves my skin feeling really refreshed.CH
Date published: 2022-02-23
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Exelent formula Ive used this for 1 week and my wrinkles have nearly gone Thank you Liz Earl Would strongly recomend Liz Earl like someone told me about your products i willvdo the same, im alsobgoing to buy more of your products without a doubt xxx
Date published: 2022-02-18
Rated 2 out of 5 by from Caused chloasma I really like how this paste made my skin feel but it’s made my chloasma come back.
Date published: 2022-02-10
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Alt retinol paste From the first application my skin felt smooth and plumped.Had a sample tube and have just ordered the full sized product-it’s good stuff!
Date published: 2022-02-06
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Something new Love the texture of this, it really felt comfortable on my skin. My face looks softer and plumper after I use it.
Date published: 2022-02-06
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Lovely pasts Use this every other night with the super skin oil in the pump jar. They work well together.
Date published: 2022-02-04
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Love it I have been using this product for a few months at least twice a week after receiving a sample size as a complimentary gift. That tiny tube allowed for at least 10 applications and my skin felt and looked better moisturised and glowing ( even at 50 ! ) It’s cooling on my skin which feels great, it absorbs just enough to not leave a mess on the pillow and when I wash it off in the morning my skin feels amazing. I have very sensitive skin but this product causes no problem at all. I highly recommend you give it a try.
Date published: 2022-02-02
Rated 5 out of 5 by from excellent have been using this now for the last 6 months and made a big difference in the pores in my cheeks over the first few weeks, pores have closed up leaving my skin softer and smoother
Date published: 2022-01-31
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Alt-Retinol Skin Paste I started using this over a month ago and love it. My skin appears brighter and smoother in the morning - I use it 2-3 times nights per week and on the other nights I use my Superskin concentrate with My Superskin overnight mask- absolute game changers & great value for money. My skin has never looked better. Thank you Liz Earle
Date published: 2022-01-29
Rated 1 out of 5 by from The smell! Had a small tube in the 12 days of Christmas. Tried it as stated unfortunately can't see any improvements ohh but the smell it is really something else, it is reminiscent of my compost bin, sorry not for me.
Date published: 2022-01-28
Rated 5 out of 5 by from A new product..with trying... I have been using this for 2 weeks now, every 2 to 3 nights instead of my night cream.. It's lovely to use, just melts into my skin... I have not noticed any improvement but that could be because I've not used for longer than 2 weeks.. I do trust Liz Earle products, having used them for years... so I shall wait and see..
Date published: 2022-01-26
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Smells fabulous Leaves your skin feeling really soft and well nourished. I had to put a towel on my pillow though as it would have been a bit messy
Date published: 2022-01-25
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Retinol Skin Paste Have been using product for a month ,and my skin loves it , have sensitive skin , and have noticed a difference, would recommend
Date published: 2022-01-23
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Amazing product ! Had this as a large sample in 12 days of Christmas calendar. Well - it’s amazing! I have used this about 5 times and the appearance in my skin is so noticeable. It looks plumped and fresh. So good I have bought it for my mum and sister. Definitely recommend
Date published: 2022-01-20
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Fabulous I bought this about 2weeks ago to try and i really love it
Date published: 2022-01-17
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Shame about the packaging Not fit for purpose I am been using for several months and am really pleased with the results, heals any blemishes quickly and keeps skin looking good and moisturised. I only use on problem spots as it is quite expensive to use lavishly. But the packaging is really bad, On all 3 tubes that I have purchased, once the tube is half full the lid doesn’t screw on, as the tube becomes deformed. So it is hopeless for travel. It isn’t sustainable as you end up wasting quite a bit of product solely because of the tube design. Also, With the old style plastic bottles I always cut them in half near the end and used every last bit. You can‘t do this with this type of packaging as it is all stuck together wrinkled as it is more of a mentally type of packaging. I have found this same problem on a lot of Liz Earle products, I did write to customers services but they weren’t interested in this type of problem and weren’t any use. Surely it can’t just be me that has a problem with Liz Earle packaging???
Date published: 2022-01-10
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Alt Retinol paste After using this for a short time my eyes are not as puffy. Would recommend.
Date published: 2022-01-04
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Love this night cream! I’ve used this for a while now and it dries leaving my skin feeling really nourished.
Date published: 2022-01-03
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Fabulous I bought these products as Christmas present’s for my brother who is suffering with skin problems around his chin in the hope it will help him. And myself and daughter already use quite a lot of your products. They are the best things I have ever used.
Date published: 2022-01-02
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Must have I bought this for my daughter as its something she already uses. I know its a present that I wont have wasted my money on.
Date published: 2021-12-30
Rated 5 out of 5 by from It’s a revelation! I’ve been using Superskin Alt Retinol range since its introduction and I’ve been amazed at the change in my skin texture, a clarity and an overall smoothness. These products are sheer genius and the concept of an alternative to retinol is totally comforting
Date published: 2021-12-19
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Lovely texture and nourishing I first tried this from a sample and was so impressed that I bought a full sized one. It feels lovely on the skin, protective but not sticky. Great overnight but also for during the day when working from home.
Date published: 2021-12-15
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Lovely Product Having been sent a small sample of this Alt-Retinol paste I decided to invest in a larger tube..I find it extremely nourishing especially fir someone with very dry and mature skin.The next day after a night application my skin feels wonderful. Firmer well moisturisered and definitely 100% better I've been using about 3 times a week and love it
Date published: 2021-12-14
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Lovely texture l This product has a wonderfully thick texture and a small amount goes a long way. My skin feels so smooth and soft since I started using it.
Date published: 2021-12-10
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Magical! This alternative to Retinol products is amazing - I cannot rate this product highly enough - I wish that I had found it sooner! I use it around 3 times per week and it seems to definitely make my skin look younger. (I'm in my 50's) I put it on over my night cream - you literally need less than a pea size and it glides beautifully over your face like velvet and the next day, my skin looks so nourished and fresh! I do look after my skin - I have never sat in direct sunlight all my life as so fair-skinned but I do have fine lines - and this product definitely sorts them out. Try the mini version first to see if you get on with it. You will not be disappointed! :)
Date published: 2021-12-07
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Not for me So wanted to like this product but am afraid it’s not for me. It does not irritate my skin, however, next morning my skin looks dull and dry and wrinkles more pronounced. I would not purchase again but to use it up I apply early evening then before I go to bed I apply my super skin cream or super skin oil and this does help
Date published: 2021-12-04
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Good results. This product is excellent. Noticed my skin was much clearer looking after only two applications. Would highly recommend this paste.
Date published: 2021-12-01
Rated 5 out of 5 by from skin condition I received a free sample with other products I had purchased. Found to be excellent and already purchased full size tube of the paste. I am half way through my 80's and still have excellent skin thanks to Liz Earle products.
Date published: 2021-11-29
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Did not disappoint. This is the first time i have used retinol, this product is so gentle on the skin, in the morning, when i washed my face, my skin was so soft and smooth, will definitely stick with this, i love it, thank you Liz Earle for another great product
Date published: 2021-11-27
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I’ve been using this every night for about 2 months - is that ok/can it cause damage ?

Asked by: MSY123
Hi, thanks for getting in touch. Our Superskin Alt-Retinol Skin Paste is a powerful overnight paste, made with highly effective retinol alternative. Leaves skin feeling more supple, refreshing its appearance for a brighter, plumped, radiant-looking complexion, while also refining the look of pores. We would recommend using this 2 - 3 times a week, and as this does not contain any retinol, this is suitable for continuous use. We hope this information helps however, should you require any further assistance, we would ask you to kindly contact our Customer Care Centre by calling 01983 813913 or, email naturallyactive@lizearle.com - The Customer Care Centre
Answered by: LizEarleBeautyCo
Date published: 2023-12-30

Can I use this with a serum that contains salicylic acid? 

Asked by: Haz123
Hi there, thank you for getting in touch. We can confirm our Superskin Alt-Retinol Skin Paste uses a plant-based alternative to Retinol, which helps deliver skincare benefits, whilst being gentle on the skin, meaning minimal side effects. After regular use, skin looks more youthful with a visible reduction in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. There is no retinol in our Superskin Alt-Retinol Paste, so the level is 0 and should not interfere with any other skincare products within your routine, including those that contain salicylic acid. However, please note that our Paste has not been tested with products containing salicylic acid as a direct ingredient. We hope this information helps. - the Liz Earle Customer Care Centre Team.
Answered by: LizEarleBeautyCo
Date published: 2023-12-15

How long does it last in terms of date of expiry?

Asked by: Raev
Thank you for your question. We can confirm all our products have been tested in accordance with industry standards and show a minimum shelf life of at least thirty six months (3 years). It may also be helpful to know that on each of our product, you will find the EU standard Period After Opening (PAO) symbol which identifies the 'lifetime' of a product once opened for the first time. It can be used as a guide once your product has been opened. The number inside the image of the pot tells you the number of months of this product's lifetime once opened, for example, 9M indicates 9 months – the shelf life of the Superskin Alt-Retinol Skin Paste is 12 months once opened. We hope this information helps. Quality and service are at the heart of everything we do, so please do not hesitate to email us at naturallyactive@lizearle.com or call our customer centre on 01983 813913 if we can be of any further assistance. - The Liz Earle Customer Care Centre Team.
Answered by: LizEarleBeautyCo
Date published: 2023-07-21

Hi I. Does this paste help with pigmentation and sun damage?

Asked by: Natsw
This is very good to use after the exfoliating mask also by itself.Your skin looks smoother and clearer.I think it helps with sun damage but I do still have some pigmentation.I use it twice a week because my skin looks clearer and brighter after using it.
Answered by: Tiamia
Date published: 2023-05-25

So I cleanse, essence lotion, eye cream, moisturiser and then serum. When using the retinol paste would I just cleanse and put it on or would I do my routine as usual and the make the paste my last step?  Thanks in advance.

Asked by: Anonymous
I find this brilliant product works best after using the cleanse and polish, followed by instant boost. I do apply the eye cream as this is around the orbital bone. I apply the paste in place of any moisturiser or oil overnight, as (for me) works better this way. It's a 'do all' last night time application
Answered by: Archies Mum
Date published: 2023-02-26

I use retinol serum, would I be able to use your alt paste as well twice a week as I like it’s added benefits or would that be too much

Asked by: Kate p
Hi, thanks for getting in touch. Unfortunately, we're not familiar with other brands, so it's very difficult to advise whether our Superskin Alt-Retinol Skin Paste would be suitable to use alongside your retinol serum. However, this product contains plant based Bidens Pilosa, which mimics the retinol type action and is much gentler on the skin. As with all our products, we would recommend a patch test first. We hope this information helps however, should you require any further assistance, we would ask you to kindly contact our Customer Centre by calling 01983 813913, or email naturallyactive@lizearle.com - The Liz Earle Customer Care Centre
Answered by: LizEarleBeautyCo
Date published: 2023-02-24

Hi, Can the paste be used daily morning + evening ? My forehead + cheeks are quite dry you see .. Or is it not recommended? Thanks

Asked by: Vhind5
Hi To be honest I don’t really know.   I use mine couple of times a week
Answered by: Twish
Date published: 2022-12-28

Is it non comedogenic (pore blocking) . I have been told to only use non comedogenic products as some immediately cause spots despite cleansing whereas non comedogenic ones don’t . Thank you 

Asked by: Jetblot
Thank you for getting in touch. We can confirm that none of the products in the Liz Earle Naturally Active Skincare range have been tested for comedogenicity. However, we believe that one ingredient that could cause a product to be comedogenic is mineral oil and this is not something that is used in our skincare range, as we believe that plant oils are better for the skin. Our Superskin Alt-Retinol Paste is light enough to use 2-3 times a week, please be assured that we have a great returns policy in place, should you find any product unsuitable we would be more than happy for you to return the product for a full refund or exchange even after you've tried it. We hope this helps. -Liz Earle Beauty Co.
Answered by: LizEarleBeautyCo
Date published: 2023-03-27
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