Antioxidant

Retinol

The gold standard of anti-aging care. A derivative of vitamin A that accelerates skin cell renewal, supports an even tone, and appearance of firmness. Requires gradual introduction into the routine.

Anti-agingCell renewalEven toneFirmness

⚠ Use with Caution

Comedogenic Rating

0/5

Irritation Potential

1/5

What is it?

Retinol — a first-generation form of vitamin A. Various forms of retinoids are found in cosmetics: retinol, retinal (retinaldehyde), retinyl palmitate, hydroxypinacolone retinoate (HPR, granactive retinoid) — of varying strength and tolerance.

Primarily used in evening care — serums and creams. Start with low concentrations (0.025–0.1%), gradually increasing. Daytime SPF is essential.

Key Benefits

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Accelerates cell renewal

Stimulates exfoliation and cell renewal, improving skin texture and tone uniformity.

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Anti-aging action

One of the most researched actives for maintaining the appearance of firmness and reducing signs of photoaging.

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Even skin tone

Regular use helps improve tone uniformity and reduce the appearance of pigmentation spots.

Suitable for

Mature skinSkin with uneven toneSkin with the first signs of agingNormal and oily skin

Main Actions

✓ Cell renewal✓ Anti-aging action✓ Even tone✓ Support for the appearance of firmness✓ Reduction of pigmentation

When caution is needed

Retinol can cause peeling and irritation at the beginning — especially in sensitive skin. Not recommended during pregnancy. Always requires SPF during the day. Do not combine with acids without adaptation.

CategoryAntioxidants

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