We are tackling the world of retinol and its counterparts today — giving you the lowdown on how to achieve that glow without the irritation. Prepare yourself to dive head first into the soft, yet mighty heavyweights that will change your skincare routine!
How Retinol Works Its Magic
But first, a quick refresher on retinol: This skincare powerhouse is a derivative of Vitamin A and is renowned for its skin cell regeneration, collagen-boosting, and anti-ageing properties. If you would, think of it as having your personal skin coach who encourages and motivates the complexion to work out for its sake.
Retinol is converted into retinoic acid when applied to the skin, where it then enters the nucleus of cells in order to replicate or repair damage and promote cellular growth. This amazing molecule then signals skin cells to act like younger, healthier versions of themselves. The result? More subtle texture, less creasing, and a more uniform color across the surface of the skin. It’s virtually hitting the REWIND button on your skin-clock!
While retinol has some really top-shelf results to show off, say it with me now — it doesn’t always play nice. As a result, most people have redness, irritation and flaky skin when they start using this product. It’s something akin to the first, unflattering stages of a makeover — essential but by no means glamorous. This period of “retinization” may take a few weeks, which explains why a lot of users might give up too soon to experience the full payoff.
Are Retinol and Retinoid the Same?
Now, you might be thinking, “retinol vs. retinoid?” To be more specific, retinoids are the family in which Vitamin A derivatives fall; retinol is just one kind of retinoid. They both serve the same purpose, but retinoids are often stronger and prescription-strength.
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