What are Retinoids?
Your guide to Retinyl, Retinol, and Retinoic acids
Retinoids works on the cellular level in their final active form of retinoic acid.
Retinoic acid signals cell receptors to push healthier, younger skin cells towards the surface of the skin.
THIS MAKES IT IDEAL FOR
Fine lines
Acne
Premature aging
Improving collagen
production
CONVERSION PROCESS AND EFFECTIVENESS
Irritation and potency also depends on % of the active ingredient and the formulation itself
HOW TO ADD RETINOIDS TO YOUR ROUTINE
- Asses your skin problems first.
Are you acne-prone? Have aging and wrinkled skin? Got any dark spots?
- Identify which retinoid is right for you.
This could be over-the-counter or available only by prescription.
- Slowly introduce it into your routine.
Start 1x/week, then every other day nightly after 1-2 weeks. For beginners, start with a lower retinoid concentration and gently build up as you go.
- Don't be afraid.
When used properly, retinoids can deliver the best results for your skin the longer (and earlier) you use them.
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