Retinol & Vitamin A

Retinol Serum

Retinol based serums, creams, oils, and moisturisers are among the most popular products that contain this powerful ingredient. Without a doubt, retinol serum is the most popular product type due to its ease of use, potency and ability to rejuvenate the skin. Medik8 Crystal Retinal, ASAP Super A+ Serum and SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.3 are among best-selling vitamin A serums available. A retinol serum is best applied at night under a moisturiser for best results.

Vitamin A For Skin

Retinol, found in skincare products, is a derivative of vitamin A that has been widely used for its well known anti-ageing benefits. Vitamin A is a crucial nutrient for healthy skin, and retinol is one of the most effective forms of vitamin A for topical use. Vitamin A in skincare can appear under various names and molecular forms including retinyl palmitate, retinyl and retinoic acid to name a few. Known for its ability to stimulate collagen production and increase cell turnover, retinol can help to make skin smoother, firmer, and more youthful-looking. In conjunction with this, it can also help to improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and age spots, making it a popular ingredient in anti-ageing skincare products. A pigmentation serum often contains retinol to help diminish unwanted dark spots on the skin. However, it's important to note that retinol can cause skin irritation and sensitivity in some people, especially when first starting to use the product. It's important to start with a low concentration and gradually increase usage over time and always protect the skin during the day with a good quality sunscreen.

Retinol and Vitamin A Creams

Vitamin A and retinol creams can help to reduce the appearance of acne, fine lines, wrinkles, age spots and improve skin texture. The benefit of a vitamin A based cream is that it offers skin hydrating ingredients and emollients to nourish the skin as it repairs. These vitamin A treatment creams are perfect to use as a night cream.

Retinol Moisturiser

Combining vitamin A in your daily moisturiser can assist cell turnover processes within the skin, resulting in smoother, more refined and youthful looking skin. It is important to choose the right moisturiser for your skin type and start with a low concentration of retinol before increasing potency and application frequency. The great benefit of a retinol based moisturiser is that your skin can receive excellent anti-ageing benefits in addition to hydration and skin conditioners to keep skin smooth and soft.

Retinol Oil

Another great topic skin treatment containing vitamin A is a retinol oil. This formulation helps to deliver the retinol to the skin in a nourishing oil base, that conditions and softens the skin countering any potential skin flaking.

Retinol For The Body

Your face isn’t the only place that can benefit from topical vitamin A. Retinol based skincare for the body can help keep skin smooth, help fade scars and stretch marks and even lessen the appearance of certain skin conditions such as keratosis pilaris. The skin renewing benefits in hand with the collagen stimulation retinol enhances results in smoother, more firm skin.

Buy Retinol Products at Activeskin

When shopping for vitamin A skincare products, look no further than Activeskin. Our extensive range or retinol moisturisers, retinol face creams, retinol body products and retinol serums will ensure you’ll find the best retinol product to meet your skin’s need. Be sure to follow the directions for use carefully when using a retinol product, protect your skin well from UV exposure and gradually increase usage as your skin tolerance increases. Should irritation occur, speak with one of our beauty professionals for the best advice.

What Are The Best Retinol Products?

The best retinol products are the ones that suit your skin type well and meet your skin concerns. As retinol serums, retinol creams, retinol moisturisers and retinol serums are high potency products that can have a powerful corrective effect on the skin, it is vital that you carefully select the best retinol for your skin. Start with a low percentage of retinol and apply to the skin twice a week to start with, before increasing frequency as your skin tolerance grows. Should there be any skin irritation, sensitivity or redness, decrease use immediately and speak with your skincare professional. It is imperative that you avoid sun exposure whilst using a retinol skin product and follow directions for use carefully to ensure your skin receives all the great benefits that retinol has to offer.