To counter the signs of ageing or treat acne, start slow and be patient.
Over-the-counter retinol products are popular for good reason: in addition to helping to control acne, they can improve the overall appearance of skin and lessen the signs of ageing. They “are perfect for reducing fine lines and large pores, improving skin texture and evening out skin tone,” says dermatologist Dr Hope Mitchell.Yet, they can also be tricky to use.
In addition, retinol can lessen dark spots. “Retinols can help to reduce the overproduction of melanin, particularly in areas where it is concentrated and causing discoloration,” Shokeen says. Generally, dermatologists advise starting with a mild formulation to reduce the risk of redness and irritation. Pick a brand you trust and choose its lowest-concentration product, Garshick suggests. Don’t pay too much attention to the exact percentage of retinol advertised on the label, because different brands use different retinol compounds – so a product that has 1 per cent retinol could be essentially equivalent to another product that has 0.3 per cent.
Garshick advised using the product one or two times a week for the first two weeks, to allow the skin to acclimate to it, and always applying it at night, since retinol breaks down when exposed to sunlight. ”If the skin starts to become very red and irritated, feels like it’s burning or stinging, or there’s a lot of itching,” it’s time to take a temporary break, she says.
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