Description

What Is Retinol?

Retinol is a derivative of vitamin A and a type of retinoid, a class of chemical compounds that includes retinoic acid.

Retinol is a topical form of Vitamin A. These fat-soluble substances make up the family of ingredients called Retinoids. The fat solubility of this ingredient helps it absorb into the skin. Topical Vitamin A can be found in many forms, including Retinol, Retinal and Retinoic Acid.

Retinol has many benefits for the skin. It works by speeding up skin cell turnover, having an exfoliation-like effect on skin. This mode of action makes Retinol an ideal ingredient to take on a multitude of skin concerns from signs of aging to discoloration and acne-prone skin.

Retinol also stimulates collagen production, which can improve skin elasticity and firmness. It can also help unclog pores, making it beneficial for acne-prone skin.