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'Your face will thank you': Shoppers 60+ adore this moisturizer, down to $17

When it comes to your anti-aging routine, you need at least two things in your cabinet: an A+ face sunscreen and a moisturizer with retinol. Separately, they're important, but together they're a powerhouse when it comes to fine lines, sagging, lack of elasticity and dark spots. Amazon customers hunted down one product that has both: Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Face Moisturizer. Oh, and it's down to just $17 with the on-page coupon.

This cream is designed to reduce the appearance of fine lines, crow's feet, deeper wrinkles and more. Hyaluronic acid helps hydrate your skin, while a potent glucose complex aims to strengthen the skin barrier. Plus, it's got sun protection!

$17 at Amazon

Why is this a good deal? 💰

Considering that a good moisturizing sunscreen with retinol can cost upwards of $50, grabbing one for $17 is more than reasonable — especially when this fan favorite is marked down by 40% with the on-page coupon. Having reliable sun protection year-round is priceless, but we'll take a discount when we can.

Why do I need this? 🤔

This Neutrogena moisturizer packs a one-two punch of SPF 30 and retinol, so you can reap wrinkle-fighting benefits while protecting your skin from the sun's rays. Speaking of which: Make sure to apply this generously, at least 15 minutes before heading out. The formula is designed to blend in seamlessly, without leaving a greasy film behind.

Model wearing a towel in her hair putting skin care on face

What reviewers say 💬

Don't be fooled by the almost-too-good-to-be-true sale price — this stuff has scored over 14,000 five-star ratings at Amazon, with plenty of them coming from shoppers over 60.

Pros 👍

A longtime customer shared her story: "I have been using Neutrogena products for over 45 years, evolving into skin-care products for a maturing female. I'm definitely starting to wrinkle, but the culprit has been living in the sun on water (and I'm allergic to OTC and Rx sunscreen). Neutrogena is doing the best that it can. It's silky and not sticky and is both invigorating and moisturizing."

"I am 65 years old and I was looking for a product for mature skin," explained this five-star reviewer. "I have been using this for about a month and I am very pleased with this product. It is moisturizing without being greasy, has a nice light scent and I believe it has improved my complexion. To top it off, it has SPF 30! I recommend this product."

"Having had pre-cancerous cells removed from my face six times now, I know how important it is to use sunscreen year round," said another fan. "I also am aging, so my skin needs more help to stay soft and clear. Before discovering this facial cream, I was using multiple creams to do what this single cream does. I have been using it for nearly a year now, and am surprised every day by the positive results. Odorless, not oily, softens and clears the skin while protecting it from the sun. And I don’t have to wear makeup to hide damaged skin."

"I'm 70+ and have used this stuff for about 10 years," shared a fourth customer. "It works. There's almost no scent. Does not feel greasy on my face."

"You will never be sorry for trying this," shared this over-the-moon mom. "I am 68, and people think my daughters are my sisters. Your face will thank you for using this."

Cons 👎

A handful of shoppers take issue with the smell. Said one reviewer: "Works as expected from a retinol. Unfortunately, the chemical scent is too strong and off-putting." Meanwhile, a second reported: "The fragrance takes some getting used to, but it could be worse. This is a great product to tighten the skin and smooth out the wrinkles."

Another issue, according to a few customers, is the pump bottle, and it's the only reason the following reviewer knocked their rating down to four stars: "This pump bottle may be easy to use, but it's very wasteful. I end up banging it on the counter or using a Q-tip to get what seems like the last 20% of the cream."

Speed up your morning skin-care regimen with this 2-in-1 powerhouse.

$17 at Amazon

Retinol isn't just for your face! Tons of shoppers are fans of Gold Bond Age Renew Retinol Overnight Body & Face Lotion, in case you want to round out your collection.

"It contains seven moisturizers, including shea and cocoa butters, to help keep skin hydrated," our own reviewer said. "I'm pretty sure it's because of this that I woke up after the first application with zero redness or itching. But even better? My skin felt noticeably more moisturized and smoother just eight hours after I'd slathered it on, and stayed that way the rest of the day."

$11 at Amazon

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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.