Retinol seems to be the new elixir in skin care regimes that is furious nowadays.
Known for its magical properties to make your skin look youthful, many are unknown with the right way to use the serum to collect its full benefits.
Retinol is essentially a derivative of vitamin A, one of the most important nutrients of the body for stimulating the production of cells. This makes Retinol a powerhouse ingredient to promote skin renewal, brighten up the skin tone, reduce acne and stimulate collagen production
And although it seems simple enough to use the serum, the product is often under -utilized or abused.
Here are some basic principles about retinol and common misconceptions that everyone should know:
When should you use retinol?
Although many dermatologists recommend adding retinol to your skin care routine after 30s, but many women started earlier after they have noticed signs of aging.
Ideally, however, the age bar will remain closer to 30-mid-20 to early 30s. Although, if the signs appear much earlier, you can start with the recommendation of your dermatologists.
What are the different types of retinol products?
- Adapalenene is a current retinoid that treats acne deep in the pores at the source.
- Tretinoin is also used to treat acne and reduce fine wrinkles
- Alitretinoin is used to treat skin lesions related to Kaposi’s sarcoma.
- Bexarotene is used to treat the cutaneous T-cell lymphoma.
- Tazarotene current cream and gel are used to treat psoriasis.
What is the best retinol product to start with?
Start with a low percentage (0.01% to 0.03%) OTC Retinol product. Going directly to higher percentages can cause irritation. Gradually increase the concentration if the need occurs.
What is the best way to apply retinol?
- Retinol works best when it is applied at night.
- Wash your face and apply eye cream to protect sensitive skin around your eyes.
- After a few minutes when your skin is completely dry to prevent irritation.
- Take a pea size of retinol and start with the chin up and with external movements. The retinol may not dampen your skin like a moisturizing cream.
- Finish with a moisturizing cream.
- If you apply retinol during the day, make sure you apply sunscreen because the skin is more sensitive after applying.
What are the products to use with retinol?
It is best not to combine retinol with other potentially annoying ingredients, such as alpha or betahydroxy acids (aha or bha) or physical exfoliants and scrubs.
Choose more moisturizing and nourishing moisturizing creams. Apply a thin layer instead of lubricating on a lot of product.
When do you see the results of using retinol?
Retinol starts working immediately, but you would probably start to see results after a few weeks of consistent results. First, however, your skin condition can first look worse if you adapt to the new regime before it starts to look better.
