WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF RETINOL FOR SKIN?
Retinol benefits your skin in endless ways. As a skincare ingredient, retinol uses include correcting the following skin conditions:
- Wrinkles
- Fine lines
- Uneven skin texture
- Sun-induced damage like sunspots, photoaging
- Melasma, and other forms of hyperpigmentation
Retinol uses also include treating acne and reducing inflammation.
Studies using pure retinol products in the night time for a long time showed an improvement in the epidermis as well as dermis when compared with Retinoic Acid. Another clinical study with pure retinol products showed excellent results on regular and deep wrinkles. Dermatologist experts who conducted the clinical study with pure retinol products observed an improvement in all 4 types of wrinkles (forehead wrinkles, glabellar wrinkles, wrinkles under the eyes, and crow’s feet).
Once you are convinced of the retinol benefits for your skin you must be wondering which form of retinol is ideal for your skin concern considering there are numerous variants of it. Read the next section to know more about it.
WHICH FORM OF RETINOL SHOULD I USE?
Check out the various forms of retinol for skin and choose the one depending on your skin’s needs:
Retinoids: These are a class of compounds derived from vitamin A. Retinoids are one of the most powerful molecules that can tackle skin aging, psoriasis, pigment conditions, certain types of cancer, and inflammatory conditions. However, prolonged use of high doses can cause skin irritation and skin discoloration, etc. People with dry skin, sensitive skin, and skin allergies must consult a doctor before using retinoids on their skin.
Pure Retinol: It is the cosmetic gold standard recommended by dermatologists to correct wrinkles since it is easily absorbed by the epidermis and penetrates skin cells. Dermatologists always recommend using pure retinol because it is proven to work faster than derivatives. Since this powerhouse ingredient is used for topical treatment, you can apply retinol products on the top of your skin to get the best results. However, certain side effects like mild irritation, dryness, and photosensitivity can be experienced by users as their skin tries to adjust to this active ingredient.
Pro-retinol: Pro-retinol is a stable derivative of retinol, which deposits in the epidermis and is ideal for sensitive skin. Your skin can directly bio-convert pro-retinol slowly into retinol to improve the epidermal structure and boost the regeneration process. Result? Reduced surface wrinkles and brown spots.
HOW TO INCLUDE RETINOL IN YOUR SKINCARE RITUAL?
Wondering how to use retinol on your skin? Here’s your answer. For starters, you can use retinol products in the form of:
- Face serums
- Skin creams (i.e., night creams), etc.
Ideally, you should always use retinol products at night and apply SPF the next morning. So, choose what suits you the best and say goodbye to wrinkles and fine lines.
Expert tip: Those who are new to retinol can start their anti-aging skincare journey with Pro-retinol products as it suits even sensitive skin the most dreaded skin type.
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Revitalift Moisturizing Night Cream - a night cream that utilizes the goodness of pro-retinol to promote skin firmness, youthfulness, and improve the skin regeneration process, and most importantly reduce fine lines and wrinkles. It is tested under dermatological control and is ideal for oily, dry and all skin types.
