Ingredient· Renewing
Retinol
Retinol is the best-known form of vitamin A in skincare. It is used in evening routines for texture, uneven skin tone and visible signs of ageing, and is introduced gradually.
Suits
Most skin types, when started slowly. Sensitive skin may choose a low concentration or a gentler alternative.
Time of day
Evening
Works well with
Ceramides, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, panthenol and daily SPF.
What isRetinol?
Retinol is a retinoid that the skin converts in several steps into its active form, retinoic acid. In the EU, there are limits on how much retinol face products may contain.
What is it used for?
It appears in formulas for texture, uneven skin tone and visible signs of ageing.
Be careful with
Avoid strong acids on the same evening at first. Signs you are overdoing it: dryness, flaking, stinging. During pregnancy and breastfeeding: consult a doctor or midwife first.
Good to know
Tolerance varies, and use is usually introduced gradually.
