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Geek & Gorgeous · Hungary

A-Game 10

Skin prep · Retinal serum · Silky emulsion

The fragrance-free retinal option — a simple evening layer for readers who want the treatment without scent.

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£17.95 · Guide price from the brand’s official page — may have changed at checkout.

Geek & Gorgeous · A-Game 10

The desk verdict

A fragrance-free retinal at 0.1% for £17.95, from a small Budapest brand. It suits readers who want retinal without scent at a modest price; the brand positions A-Game 10 for experienced users, with A-Game 5 as the gentler start.

Skip this if you are new to retinoids (start with A-Game 5), pregnant, or want to buy from a mainstream UK high-street retailer.

The short version

The short version of this review

Geek & Gorgeous A-Game 10 is a 0.1% retinal serum in a 30ml light emulsion with allantoin, panthenol and biosaccharide gum-1, free from fragrance and essential oils. It cost £17.95 on the brand’s UK shop on 25 September 2026. The brand directs evening use, a gradual start and SPF 30 or higher by day.

Product information reviewed 2026-09-25.

01 / The basics

What is A-Game 10?

Geek & Gorgeous lists A-Game 10 at 0.1% retinal in a light emulsion with allantoin, panthenol and biosaccharide gum-1, free from fragrance and essential oils; the brand directs evening use two to three times a week at first, SPF 30 or higher by day, and not using it during pregnancy.

Best for
A fragrance-free retinal at a modest price

02 / Review

What is in A-Game 10?

Geek & Gorgeous, a Budapest-based skincare brand, formulates A-Game 10 with 0.1% retinal in a silky emulsion. The supporting ingredients are chosen for comfort rather than extra activity: allantoin, biosaccharide gum-1, panthenol and cloudberry seed oil.

The brand describes A-Game 10 as for experienced retinoid users; A-Game 5, at 0.05%, is the lower-strength route in.

03 / Review

Who is A-Game 10 best for?

Readers who want retinal without fragrance or essential oils, at a lower price than the prestige options.

04 / Review

What should you check before buying?

The UK shop is run by the brand’s distribution partner, and few mainstream UK retailers stock it. Start with A-Game 5 if you are new to retinoids. The brand says not to use it during pregnancy.

05 / How to use it

How should you use A-Game 10?

  1. 01Apply a pea-sized amount in the evening, after cleansing
  2. 02Use two to three times a week for two weeks, then every other evening, then nightly as tolerated
  3. 03Wear SPF 30 or higher in the morning

06 / Quick facts

What should you know before choosing A-Game 10?

  • —0.1% retinal (retinaldehyde) in a 30ml light emulsion — £17.95 on the Geek & Gorgeous UK shop
  • —A-Game 5 (0.05% retinal, £13.25) is the lower-strength version
  • —Allantoin, biosaccharide gum-1, panthenol and cloudberry seed oil
  • —Free from fragrance and essential oils, per the brand; new airless bottle, same formula
  • —Pea-sized amount in the evening: two to three times a week for two weeks, then every other evening, then nightly
  • —SPF 30 or higher by day; the brand says do not use if pregnant and consult a physician if breastfeeding

Further reading on The Cast Index

Facts on this page are drawn from the brand’s own product information and named, reputable press coverage, summarised in our own words. Inclusion in the Beauty Desk edit is editorial and independent of any commercial relationship. Last reviewed 2026-09-25. Corrections: desk@thecastindex.com.

FAQ

A-Game 10, answered

What is A-Game 10 by Geek & Gorgeous?

A-Game 10 is a retinal serum from Geek & Gorgeous, formulated for a fragrance-free retinal at a modest price. Geek & Gorgeous lists A-Game 10 at 0.1% retinal in a light emulsion with allantoin, panthenol and biosaccharide gum-1, free from fragrance and essential oils; the brand directs evening use two to three times a week at first, SPF 30 or higher by day, and not using it during pregnancy.

What is the difference between A-Game 5 and A-Game 10?

Strength: A-Game 5 contains 0.05% retinal and A-Game 10 contains 0.1%. The brand positions A-Game 10 for experienced retinoid users.

Is Geek & Gorgeous A-Game 10 fragrance-free?

Geek & Gorgeous describes it as free from fragrance and essential oils.

Where can I buy Geek & Gorgeous in the UK?

Through the brand’s UK shop, run by its distribution partner, which prices in pounds.

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