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Cameron Diaz, 52, gets her glow from this gentle retinol serum — it's just $22
The star rocks a no-fuss beauty routine that anyone can follow, including this face brightener that's ideal for sensitive skin.
Back in Action might just be the best title for Cameron Diaz's return from retirement — the new movie drops on Jan. 17 and, as if on cue, Diaz is also dropping some of her secrets for staying camera-ready. Her star product? Versed Press Restart Gentle Retinol Serum, a newbie-friendly formula that's just $22.
Great for sensitive complexions, this mild formula aims to refine and soften skin, reduce the appearance of wrinkles and support smoother texture without irritation.
The Holiday actress left Hollywood back in 2014 to start wine company Avaline. But 2025 is the year for her comeback, in a new movie co-starring Jamie Foxx. It's been a while since we've seen Diaz on the big screen, but her glow rivals her Charlie's Angels days, and her secret is a simple, minimalist skin-care routine.
"I have a face oil and a retinol from Versed, and that's about it," she told Goop. "When I get up in the morning, I run my skin under the water in the shower — I don't even use a cleanser in the mornings."
As the name suggests, Versed Press Restart Gentle Retinol Serum goes easy on even sensitive complexions. In addition to anti-aging retinol that smooths fine lines, it's also infused with hydrating hyaluronic acid and soothing aloe vera. The fast-absorbing serum is formulated to penetrate your outer layer of skin to boost cell turnover and collagen production for firmer, more luminous skin.
Shoppers are taking notice of Versed's gentle retinol too.
"It noticeably reduces laugh lines," shared a happy shopper. Another wrote: "I was influenced on TikTok …(eye roll) I know, but this was one of the very rare times I was shocked at how well it worked for the bumps and redness on my arms that had developed over the last six months. My arms feel so much smoother and the bumps and redness have diminished."
"It evens out skin tone and makes skin feel smooth and hydrated," said another rave reviewer. "It also made [my skin] brighter. Very happy."
"It's silky and absorbs quickly," said a fourth buyer. "I don't love the packaging though, I was a bit disappointed that it feels so cheap to me ... I'd prefer it if it were in a glass dropper. But the product itself seems good so far; nonirritating and I like the ingredients, and the price was good."
"As a professional, I found this to be a good light serum for softening skin, and making skin appearance more supple," said a final fan. "I will say that it seems along with fragrance-free, often comes medicinal scents. This product is no exception. While I wish it smelled like an incredibly floral field, It doesn't smell terrible. It just has a medicinal undertone."
Along with retinol, it contains aloe vera and hyaluronic acid for a lightweight formula that hydrates, helps boost collagen and promotes a luminous, youthful complexion.
The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
