Ingredient· Renewing
Retinal
Retinal (retinaldehyde) is a form of vitamin A used in advanced evening products for skin texture and tone. It is considered one step stronger than retinol and is introduced gradually.
Suits
Skin that is used to retinoids or wants a more effective alternative to retinol. Sensitive skin should start carefully.
Time of day
Evening
Works well with
Ceramides, panthenol, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and daily SPF.
What isRetinal?
Retinal is a retinoid, a form of vitamin A. In the skin, it needs one conversion step fewer than retinol to reach the active form.
What is it used for?
It is used in products focused on skin texture, tone and visible signs of ageing.
Be careful with
Avoid combining with strong AHA/BHA acids on the same evening. May cause dryness and flaking at first. During pregnancy and breastfeeding: consult a doctor or midwife first.
Good to know
Vitamin A products call for considered use, gradual introduction and extra attention to sun protection.
