If you ask any woman who is even slightly interested in cosmetics to name the top three anti-aging ingredients, retinol is likely to be one of them. How to apply it, says dermatologist, independent expert of L’Oréal Paris Anastasia Burobina.
What does “pure retinol” mean?
But while retinol is one of the most powerful anti-aging ingredients, it is extremely unstable and can lose up to 40% of its effectiveness before opening the bottle. Therefore, the creation of formulas containing retinol requires a high level of expertise. The new L’Oréal Paris Revitalift Laser night serum with pure retinol combines effectiveness and comfort of use.
The new Revitalift Laser night serum contains an effective form of this ingredient and allows you to deliver more pure retinol to the epidermis compared to previous generation brand products with an identical concentration. In addition, the serum has been tested under dermatological control, and the effectiveness of the new formula has been proven in an independent study. In addition to the pronounced anti-aging effect (as the test showed, the serum reduces wrinkles in 100% of women), the product moisturizes and softens the skin, which after a month looks noticeably younger, fresher and smoother.
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How to use retinol serums?
Serum with retinol is applied in the evening after washing. Dry your skin thoroughly after cleansing.
The scheme for using products with retinol involves its gradual introduction into the beauty diet: first 1-2 times a week, in the evening after washing. Then, as the skin becomes accustomed and in the absence of side effects (usually from the 4th week), such products can be applied every other day, and after another week – every evening.
A very small portion of the product is required – a pea-sized amount (2-3 drops) is usually enough. More abundant application will not bring benefits, and the risk of possible side effects may increase. So it’s important to follow the instructions on the package. Do not use a double dose if you accidentally miss a day.
Be sure to use the right SPF for your skin type every time you go outside.
Our expert believes that the rest of the care should be selected taking into account the use of products with retinol. This means that washing should be as gentle as possible, not disturbing the lipid layer of the skin. It is necessary to stock up on moisturizing and / or nourishing creams. For the first month, this will be enough. Then, as needed and desired, you can supplement the care with cosmetics with other active ingredients – vitamin C, niacinamide, peptides, fruit acids, etc.
What to combine?
Retinol in cosmetics is valued for its renewing effect on the skin, for its antioxidant effect, smoothing wrinkles and helping to fight age spots. More often it is included in means for evening use.
This kind of combination is quite beneficial for the skin. Hyaluronic acid moisturizes, and retinol promotes renewal activation.
Retinol is more often prescribed in adulthood precisely because it helps to invigorate sluggish cells so that they become more active and perform their functions better.
The most important and mandatory pair for retinol is products with a high level of sun protection.
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