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About this product

A retinol serum with microneedling spicules designed to boost skin texture and reduce signs of aging, formulated at mid-strength potency.

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Guru Score

69%

Mixed

5 experts · Moderate agreement

What the gurus are saying

This retinol feels gentler than VT's stronger versions despite the microneedling, with a light serum-lotion texture that applies smoothly without the prickly feel some find in the other strengths. Gurus who tried it praise it as a good step for those new to retinoids or taking a break from prescription strength, reporting little irritation or dryness, though one expert warns the spicules can open sensitive skin to extra sensitivity and another found other retinoids more effective for aging. At $12, it's an affordable entry point to the range, and one guru suggests starting even lower if your skin is very sensitive.
Synthesized from 5 expert reviews · most recent take January 2026

What they liked

  • Works as a retinol serum option

What they flagged

  • Other retinoids may be more efficient
  • High concentrations can be too strong to start with

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~Mixed
"It applies really nicely. [...] It's got kind of a serum lotion texture to it, a little bit thicker. This one is light. This one's not very strong in terms of the microneedling. It's 100. So a lot of the other ones you can feel like a prickly feeling from one of the specific ingredients, but this one is pretty gentle."
All 2 takes from No BS Beauty
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"It applies really nicely. [...] It's got kind of a serum lotion texture to it, a little bit thicker. This one is light. This one's not very strong in terms of the microneedling. It's 100. So a lot of the other ones you can feel like a prickly feeling from one of the specific ingredients, but this one is pretty gentle."
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"The 100 is 12 bucks which is the best deal I've seen on these yet because they are pretty expensive. [...] If you have been wanting to try it I suggest starting lower. I started at 300 and that was not the best idea. Start out lower, maybe 50 if you have very sensitive skin or 100. Don't go to 1000. I typically [...] just go straight to [...] the harshest thing or the strongest thing which isn't always the best idea with skin."
~Yay
"I took a break from Tretinoin to test this and I have been so impressed with this that I haven't even went back to Tretinoin yet. I really like this. And sometimes I do take breaks from Tretinoin. I feel like it's nice to do that. At least I think so because I am somebody that still experiences flakiness and dryness around the mouth. Sometimes I still experience irritation. Even though I've been using Tretinoin for 6 years, I still experience all of that still."
~Mixed
"Retinol is good if you're in the mood of a Retinol Serum"
~Nay
"They have the retinoid version which again it's fine but I think retinoids with the spicules increasing the penetration rate just opens the skin up to excess sensitivity for me."
All 2 takes from Mad About Skin
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"If you're new to retinoids you want a great place to start, or you're somebody that's using a low strength retinoid and wants to kick it up to a mid strength, this is a really really nice option. It works well, it feels nice on the skin. You don't get a whole lot of sensitivity, irritation or dryness. It just shows it's really well formulated."
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"They have the retinoid version which again it's fine but I think retinoids with the spicules increasing the penetration rate just opens the skin up to excess sensitivity for me."
~Yay
"It can help tighten the skin tissue minimizing the appearance of pores. It can help regulate sebum production, leading to a more smoother looking complexion. It can help with excess oil, skin aging, really just giving you a more refined skin appearance. We also have beta carotene in here, again really helping to fight that free radical damage. So if your concerns really are like better skin texture, better aging, this is a really really good one to go for."
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Frequently asked.

What is VT Reedle Shot 100 Retinol?

A retinol serum with microneedling spicules designed to boost skin texture and reduce signs of aging, formulated at mid-strength potency.

Is VT Reedle Shot 100 Retinol worth it?

The gurus mostly approve it, but with enough reservations to keep it in the middle at a Guru Score of 69%.

What is VT Reedle Shot 100 Retinol's Guru Score?

VT Reedle Shot 100 Retinol holds a Guru Score of 69%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 5 expert reviewers we have collected.

Who is VT Reedle Shot 100 Retinol best for?

VT Reedle Shot 100 Retinol is generally suited to mature skin.

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