5 Reasons Why Retinol Is Worth Using
Writer & Editor - Lauren Nicoll | Photos by Dhyamis Kleberr & Shiny Diamond
Retinol is possibly one of the most talked-about active ingredients in skincare thanks to its many benefits and uses but often people are still left questioning what it actually is and how they should use it. If you like a lot of people out there still feel a bit apprehensive about taking the plunge - here are a few facts and tips about it to hopefully ease your mind.
It’s a derivative of Vitamin A - a key nutrient in boosting cell turnover to promote skin renewal, brighten skin, and boost collagen production
It’s not only used for anti-aging, but it also benefits active acne, helps acne scarring, sun spots, and improves oil control so people in their 20’s and most skin types can also use it
It’s an incredible anti-oxidant and helps tackle free radical damage – a known contributor to premature aging and aging
If you’re prone to sensitivity its best to start on a lower concentration over a period of several weeks to see how your skin does. Once your skin cells adapt you can then move onto a stronger concentration. It’s important to note that whenever starting on retinol there is some irritation and discomfort, it takes time for your skin cells to adapt
It is advised to use it at night for full benefits as it’s said that the product can become inactive during the day. While the verdicts out on new information stating that retinol doesn’t make you more prone to sunburn – we will stick to making sure we use a high-quality broad UV spectrum sunscreen when using retinoids.