Retinol Skin Care Products

If you're new to retinol, start by using it 2-3 times per week in the evening, then gradually increase frequency as your skin builds tolerance. Most people can work up to nightly use within a few weeks. Always apply retinol to clean, dry skin and follow with moisturiser. Our Retinol Youth Renewal Serum and Night Cream are formulated with both fast-acting and slow-release retinol for effective results with minimal irritation, making them easier to incorporate into daily routines.

Apply retinol products in the evening after cleansing and toning. Use a pea-sized amount for your entire face, avoiding the immediate eye area unless using a product specifically formulated for eyes like our Retinol Youth Renewal Eye Serum. Follow with moisturiser to lock in hydration. Always wear broad-spectrum SPF during the day when using retinol, as it can increase sun sensitivity. Start slowly if you're new to retinol, gradually building up frequency to allow your skin to adjust.

Retinol pairs well with several ingredients. Hyaluronic acid is an excellent companion, providing hydration to counteract any dryness. Niacinamide works well with retinol to calm skin and support the barrier. You can use vitamin C in the morning and retinol at night to avoid any potential irritation from combining them. However, be cautious when combining retinol with other exfoliating acids like salicylic acid or glycolic acid. If using both, apply them atdifferent timesof day or on alternating days to prevent over-exfoliation and irritation.

Start by considering your skin type and primary concerns. Ifyou'renew to retinoids or have sensitive skin, look for formulas withencapsulated or slow-release retinol. For those with more resilient skin or experience with retinol, products featuring retinal (a more direct form of vitamin A) may provide faster results. Consider your specific concerns: retinol serums work well for overall anti-ageing, while retinol eye treatments target delicate areas, and retinol creams provide both treatment and hydration.

Both retinol and retinal are in the family of vitamin A-derived compounds known as retinoids, one of the most proven skincare ingredients to boost collagen production and cellular turnover, helping to improve fine lines and wrinkles, smoothing and rejuvenating skin.  

Retinal is more immediately effective than other retinoids and can be ideal for taking on more intense signs of ageing on mature skin, including deep-set static wrinkles and crepey skin, sagging neck/jowls, rough skin texture and uneven tone and photoaging. Retinol is slightly softer and less likely to cause irritation, but offers the same skin benefits, including improved skin tone, texture, skin cell turnover, hydration, pore size, blemishes, and acne scars.  

Both ingredients can be effective at improving the appearance of the skin, so the right choice for you will depend on your specific skin type and skin concern. 

Retinal may be a good choice if you: are showing more dramatic signs of skin ageing, want to reap results more quickly, have more resilient skin and are looking for the most potent ingredient. 

 Retinol may be the best fit for you if you have sensitive skin, are a retinoid first-timer wanting to target less intense signs of aging, like fine lines and dullness or to prevent signs of ageing.