5 Facts You NEED to Know About Retinol
When it comes to reversing the signs of skin aging, Retinol is hands down the industry's gold standard ingredient. It has the power to help accelerate skin renewal and reduce the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines and age spots for firmer, smoother and more evenly-toned skin. VAI Cosmetics Cacay Oil has a naturally high Retinol content. Read more below!
1. Anti-Aging Skincare
Retinoids work by prompting surface skin cells to turn over and die rapidly, making way for new cell growth underneath. They hamper the breakdown of collagen and thicken the deeper layer of skin where wrinkles get their start. For brown spots that give the skin an uneven tone, retinoids slough them off and curb the production of melanin, a darker pigment.
2. Possibility of Irritation In First Few Weeks
Everyone's skin reacts differently to Retinol. Some people experience temporary redness, flakiness, peeling and sensitivity because their skin lacks enough "retinoid receptors." Retinoid receptors are proteins naturally found in your skin. They carry and release retinoids (Vitamin A derivatives) into skin cells, triggering collagen production. Retinol – the strongest form of retinoid available without a prescription – is converted by skin enzymes into the even stronger form of Retinoic Acid, which is what causes the irritation.
3. How to Use Retinol Products
You only need a pea-sized amount each day of prescription retinoids or non-prescription retinol-based products, Jacob says. More than that could irritate the skin.
Farris recommends starting slowly by using a retinoid every other night until the skin can tolerate it. "Not everyone gets irritation, but most do at first," she says. "That goes away in a couple of weeks."
If you're using prescription tretinoin, use it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Ask your doctor if you should avoid using other medications on your skin at the same time.
4. What to Avoid When Using Retinol
Avoid sun exposure, especially between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., when the sun’s rays are most intense. Wear sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher, and cover exposed skin with protective clothing, such as a long-sleeved shirt, pants, and a wide-brimmed hat, when you're outside. "You still have to wear sunscreens when you're on prescription retinoids," Farris says. "You can't be treating sun damage and then not protect yourself from the sun.''
Clean and dry your skin before applying the retinoid. Don't use it with other skin care products made with benzoyl peroxide, sulfur, resorcinol, or salicylic acid. The combination can cause severe skin irritation.
5. Are Retinoids Safe?
Retinol is safe to use as long as it's used appropriately. Pregnant or nursing women should check with their doctor about using these products.
The most common side effects from using Cacay Oil include burning, warmth, stinging, tingling, itching, redness, swelling, dryness, peeling, irritation, and/or discoloration of the skin.
Rarer side effects include hives, swelling, and breathing difficulty. If you experience any of these symptoms, you should discontinue use immediately.
If your skin becomes very irritated, you can moisturize and reduce how often you're using Cacay Oil. The affected area will clear up in a few days.
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