By Dr. Killeen, published on January 25, 2026
It's a fantastic product, and it's inexpensive. If you're looking for a good body moisturizer that has a retinoid to deal with pigment, give this one a try.
10
out of 10
Brand
Versed
Price
$18 · 8 oz
Where to Buy
Target ↗Key Ingredients
Encapsulated Retinol, Squalane, Vitamin E, Cocoa Butter
Pros
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Significantly fades sun damage and pigmentation over time
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No irritation or peeling despite containing retinol
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No noticeable sun sensitivity
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Inexpensive at under $18 for 8 oz
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Easy to find at Target
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Clean beauty brand
Cons
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Only moderately moisturizing — may need additional moisturizer for very dry skin
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Results take a few months of consistent use
This is a bottom of the jar review — I used every last drop of this product before giving my honest opinion.
The Versed Press Restart Gentle Retinol Body Lotion is a retinol body lotion designed to address sun damage and pigmentation on the body. It retails for just under $18 for 8 ounces and comes in a simple plastic tube. It's easy to find — they carry it at Target.
Standard plastic tube — nothing fancy, but functional. Easy to squeeze out and use.
This is a mid-weight moisturizer that's moderately moisturizing. Here's what I found:
The formula features encapsulated retinol along with squalane, vitamin E, and cocoa butter — a nice combination of anti-aging actives with moisturizing ingredients.
Anyone looking to address body pigmentation and sun damage, particularly on the arms, chest, or other sun-exposed areas. It's a great option if you want to add a retinoid to your body care routine without irritation.
I give the Versed Press Restart Gentle Retinol Body Lotion a 10 out of 10. It's a fantastic product — inexpensive, easy to find at Target, and it genuinely fades sun damage over time. I go back and forth between this and the Naturium Retinol Body Lotion for my arms, and both deliver real results.