Retinol is definitely a dermatologist’s favorite product. I bet we all know about its anti-aging effects but there are some other things that you have to know to get the whole experience!
Integrating it into your regime should be done carefully, especially if you have other products that you use simultaneously.
To learn what interacts negatively with retinol and what doesn’t, keep reading!
What not to mix with retinol?
Since retinol is such a powerful ingredient, it’s important to be cautious. To be specific, you cannot mix retinol with AHAs (Glycolic Acid Toner, Alpha Hydroxy Acid, Lactic Acid, Mandelic Acid Treatment, Apple Cider Vinegar Acid Peel), BHAs (Beta Hydroxy Acid Serum, C-50 Blemish Night Treatment), PHA Toner.
What all of those ingredients listed have in common is that they are all exfoliating, which means they are likely to cause more irritation and dryness when paired with retinoids. If you are using either of these alongside retinol, we highly suggest using them on alternate evenings and starting slowly.
Can you use retinol with vitamin c?
Vitamin C Serum is an antioxidant that protects the skin from environmental pollutants, whereas retinol serum rebuilds the skin. Essentially, this means that using both simultaneously would cancel each other out.
Our recommended approach is that it’s best to use retinol serum in the PM, regardless of what other skincare products you’re pairing with it. And if you’re using vitamin C too, then we would recommend using it in the morning to get the most out of both products.
Can you mix retinol with hyaluronic acid?
Yes, you can! In fact, you can mix it with hyaluronic acid serum and ceramide night treatment, which is good for hydration, and SPF, which is even more important to use since retinol can make your skin more sensitive to the sun.
Lastly, we highly recommend that if you are using any prescription skincare to first check with your dermatologist/doctor before using retinol.
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About the Author: Dr. Donika Vata is a medical doctor from Ferizaj, Kosovo. She studied general medicine from University of Hasan Prishtina.
Dr. Vata has been writing about medical and skincare related issue in journals, social media websites, and books. She was working for some well reputed clinics such as Telehealth Pro- Online consultations, German Cancer Center, and AppLMD. Dr. Donika was also volunteering in the Covid-19 pandemic.
Currently, she is working as a medical doctor and researcher in a dermatology clinic.
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