Retinol: what is it, what is it for and 4 tips to keep in mind

Retinol: what is it, what is it for and 4 tips to keep in mind

The retinol is one of the best known and demanded cosmetic active. But if you still have doubts about what it is exactly and what it is for , we will solve them with the help of the experts. In addition, we tell you what you should take into account before using it to take advantage of all its benefits.

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The retinol is the most effective ingredient to retard and correct wrinkles and other signs of aging, experts. It is one of the active ingredients that are in vogue, along with vitamin C , multiplying your searches on Google. However, it still raises doubts, so our goal is to provide you with a complete guide to use it correctly.

WHAT IS RETINOL?

The retinol is part of retinoids, a group of substances derived from vitamin A and whose main characteristic is that they are able to transform the skin. According to Dr. Lorea Bagazgoitia, dermatologist, author of the Dermatology blog and of the book ‘What the science of skin care says’, “Retinol is vitamin A, a precursor of retinoic acid. Much scientific work has been done studying the effectiveness of retinoic acid This molecule, through certain complex mechanisms that occur in the nucleus of cells, can modify the functioning and growth of skin cells.Among other mechanisms, retinoids reduce the formation of MMPs, enzymes of the dermis which, when activated, damages the collagen of the dermis.Retinoic acid manages to slow down its activity.In addition, it reduces skin pigmentation.and accelerates the regeneration of the epidermis. The downside of retinoic acid is that it irritates the skin to achieve its positive effects. This is why most cosmetics contain retinol instead. Retinol, once on the skin, becomes retinoic and studies say it can be just as effective, with less irritation. It is important that its formulation is adequate. “

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WHAT IS RETINOL FOR?

Retinol is, above all, an active ingredient that helps delay skin aging and treat signs of aging such as fine lines and wrinkles . Marta García , beauty expert and director of the Marta García Esteticistas center, explains that “retinol accelerates epidermal replacement, helps to eliminate dead cells more quickly, improving the texture, appearance and appearance of the skin. In addition, it increases the production of collagen and elastin , reinforcing the pillars that give structure and support to the skin and improving wrinkles and expression lines “.

In addition, the pharmacist Verónica Valbuena Iglesia from the @ martamasi5 team adds that “retinol also acts as a depigmenant and sebum regulator. Therefore, all skin types can benefit from its use.”

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In short, retinol is used to treat wrinkles and delay them, improve spots that can come out from the sun or age, balance oily skin, improve acne and make open pores less visible.

4 TIPS TO KEEP IN MIND IF YOU ARE GOING TO USE RETINOL

Now that we know what retinol is and what it is for, it is important to take into account certain aspects to make a correct use. Retinol is a great ally to take care of the skin, but you have to know how to apply it and be constant.

– Always use it at night without forgetting sun protection during the day. It can be used during the day, but only if a dermatologist has recommended it. To avoid unnecessary risks, apply retinol in your night routine. And for the day do not forget to always use a sunscreen. “Retinol sensitizes the skin, especially at the beginning of the treatment, hence it is contraindicated to expose it to the sun’s rays without protection”, points out Marta García.

– Incorporate it into your routine progressively . Your skin must get used to retinol or retinalize, which is how that process is known. The pharmacist Verónica Valbuena advises “to introduce it little by little in the routine of skin care, applying it two nights a week and increasing the frequency according to the tolerance of the skin”. If your skin responds well, there will come a time when you can use it daily, but you have to be patient.

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– Retinol can have side effects . It is important that you know it so that you take it into account. “One of the most frequent effects at the beginning of treatment with retinol is the feeling of tightness, as well as redness, for this reason the use of creams containing ceramides is recommended to reduce these effects”, points out the pharmacist Verónica Valbuena of the team of @ martamasi5. It is important that in addition to photoprotecting the skin, you increase hydration, using, for example, a moisturizing mask at night or a moisturizing cream during the day with ceramides, hyaluronic acid and other emollient and moisturizing actives a couple of times a week.

– If you are pregnant , do not use retinol. Experts do not advise using retinol during pregnancy and also during breastfeeding. According to the esthetician Marta García, “pregnancy and lactation are very delicate moments for the skin, which can suffer hormonal fluctuations and should not be sensitized”.

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