There is no doubt that if there is a powerful ingredient that has conquered the world of beauty and has quickly become one of the great favorites of all skincare lovers is retinol, which is an antioxidant and member of the retinoid family, derived from vitamin A, which offers amazing benefits to our skin, such as cell regeneration and increased collagen production (which give firmness to the complexion, while fading fine lines and other signs of aging).
However, although it is a true beauty elixir, some people still have little information about this substance and do not know how they should incorporate it into their beauty routine.
There are even women who are still afraid to use it because there are some misconceptions about retinol and we are about to disprove them.
True or false? Myths and facts about Retinol
- Retinol should start to be used after the age of 30: This is a totally FALSE idea and, you can enjoy the amazing benefits of retinol from the age of 20 because, because, ‘it is much easier to prevent than to repair skin damage’.
- You can’t exfoliate when using retinol: Another misconception that some people have, but what we do recommend is that your dermatologist helps you choose the ideal products for your skin type, with which you can best complement your retinol treatment.
- You should use sunscreen when you use retinol: We need to use sunscreen ALWAYS, even when we don’t leave the house (as the blue light emitted by cell phone, computer, and tablet screens can also damage and stain the complexion).
- Retinol is only used at night: This will depend on the type and product’s concentration. You will find the instruction on the box, pay attention to them.
- Can you combine retinols with other ingredients in your beauty routine?: The answer is yes! Again, we remind you that ideally, each of your treatments should be dermatologist-approved and based on the needs of your skin.
- Does retinols take a long time to work on the skin?: Although reactions can vary from person to person, some people have begun to notice positive changes in their complexion within the first two to four weeks of using retinol.
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