Both Retinol and Retinyl Palmitate are Retinol is used in a variety of skincare forms of Vitamin A. Retinyl Palmitate is preparations as an exfoliator to an ester -- or chemical compound -- stimulate cell turnover in your skin. formed from the reaction of retinol and As an intelligent, cell-communicating palmitic acid. In order to use any form of ingredient, Retinol talks to existing topical Vitamin A, the body must convert skin cells, telling them to act and look it first into Retinoic Acid. Retinyl Palmitate younger. Because Retinol stimulates must be broken down into Retinol, then cellular turnover from the deeper Retinal Dehyde and finally Retinoic Acid. layers up, it is safe to use with AHAs Retinol is the purest form of Vitamin A, of BHAs, which work to exfoliate on and about 20% more potent than Retinyl the uppermost layers. While Retinyl Palmitate. Palmitate is an earlier form of retinol, it does not have the same effects. Instead, Retinyl Palmitate can be effective in boosting collagen fiber production in your skin, which can Many consumers are concerned help you look younger. about the percentage of Retinol in anti-aging products such as serums or moisturizers. Although the percentage can make a difference (especially if it’s too low), it is not CBI’s NEW Retinol Night Masque uses helpful in understanding how a a time-released Retinol at .2% in the Retinol product will benefit your skin. form of liquid-crystalline spheres to Far more important is the delivery ensure the highest efficacy, with system, packaging, and the other minimal irritation. We also ingredients present with the Retinol. formulated the masque with a blend Using a product with a range of anti- of nocturnal plant extracts that lock aging ingredients plus Retinol is far in nutrients and soothe stressed skin, more valuable for skin than using a improving elasticity throughout wear. product with only a supposedly high percentage of Retinol.

The key to minimizing this kind of Most prescription retinoids are side effect is to use the retinoids prescribed with an antibiotic to help slowly. Use a small amount, minimize any potential purging. Using infrequently, until your skin builds a retinoid slowly and using gentle, tolerance. You may even want to use non-comedogenic products will help a less potent type of retinoid, like our as well. Additionally, gel-based Vitamin A Refining Complex, to get retinoids, like our Vitamin A Refining your skin acclimated to the treatment Complex, or silica-based retinoids, before using something stronger. like our Retinol Night Masque, may Sometimes giving your skin a break be less problematic for acne-prone and then starting up a week later can and congested skin types then cream help calm irritation. Though if it based treatments. doesn’t, your skin may just not like that particular retinoid.

When using retinoids, you should try

to stay out of the sun, as any form of To reduce irritation around the eyes Vitamin A makes skin more sensitive from retinoid use, protect your eyes to sun exposure. Whenever you do with something emollient (we go outdoors, or even when you’re suggest our Hydrating Complex inside, you should always wear a Crème) Using a retinoid around the good sunscreen, like our Award- eye can make fine lines look worse Winning, Daily Mineral Guard SPF 25. before they get better, so make sure Not only will sunscreen protect you you use retinoids slowly, give your from getting further sun damage. skin a break when it feels irritated, and keep your skin well moisturized.

*Avoid retinoids while you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or trying to conceive.*

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