{"id":6644,"date":"2023-04-27T15:13:39","date_gmt":"2023-04-27T13:13:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/?page_id=6644"},"modified":"2024-02-01T19:33:21","modified_gmt":"2024-02-01T18:33:21","slug":"retinol-your-questions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/retinol\/retinol-your-questions\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Retinol dangerous?"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/retinol-question-copie-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"retinol dangerous?\" class=\"wp-image-9119\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/retinol-question-copie-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/retinol-question-copie-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/retinol-question-copie-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/retinol-question-copie-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/retinol-question-copie-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/retinol-question-copie.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Portrait of thoughtful dreamy half naked woman looks aside with satisfied expression applies minimal makeup has fresh clean skin after facial beauty procedures isolated over beige background<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>All you need to know about RETINOL<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Iconic and timeless, retinol is the benchmark for anti-aging ingredients. Studied for many decades, first in the treatment of acne and then as an anti-aging agent, retinoids have yet to prove their worth in cosmetics. I've already made two videos on retinol, yet I often get the same questions in comments here on YouTube or on Instagram. What's the difference between retinol and retinoids? How do I get started with retinol? Does retinol slim or melt away oily skin? How often and in what concentrations should I use it? In this video, I'll answer all your questions about how to use retinoids for your skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/ingredients\/retinol\/best-retinol-serum\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"5388\">The best retinol serums<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"RETINOL: it destroys fat and refines the skin!?\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vmCe81AJrB0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Question 1: What are the differences between retinol and retinoids?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Retinol esters, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/ingredients\/retinol\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"327\">retinol<\/a>Retinoids are a family of molecules derived from vitamin A, and I'm going to classify them from the weakest to the most powerful.<br>retinol esters can be converted to retinol, which in turn can be converted to retinal, which in turn can be converted to retinoic acid.<br>It is the only active form that acts on your skin. It is the most powerful because it delivers its benefits directly to the skin. I'm not going to dwell on it, as tretinoin is only available on prescription. And even if it is very powerful, few people can tolerate it. All other derivatives have to undergo one or more transformations to arrive at this chemical structure and have the same effects on your tissues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Retinol esters are the gateway to the retinoid family. These molecules require 3 transformations to deliver retinoic acid to your skin. They are promoted by marques marketing under the name of pro-retinol, to the point of falsely believing that this pro-retinol is as effective as retinol. These advertising campaigns harp on and praise their high tolerance, but fail to explain to consumers their lack of efficacy. In fact, they are 10 to 20 times less potent than retinoic acid. On the other hand, they may be an option for people who can't tolerate retinol, or for fragile areas of the face such as the eye contour or neck. The names pro-retinol or retinol ester can be found in your skin care product's inci list, under the following chemical names:<br>retinol propionate ;<br>retinol palmitate ;<br>retinol acetate.<br>Granactive retinol is also a member of the retinol ether family, but due to its molecular structure, it could have a direct anti-aging signaling action without needing to be transformed into retinoic acid, hence its interest in facial skincare. It would therefore be more effective than retinol esters, but less irritating than retinol itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your skin is not sensitized and your skin barrier is healthy, you can start directly with retinol. The notch above esters. This is the most famous of the retinoids. In my experience, it offers an excellent efficacy\/tolerance ratio, provided you know how to gradually integrate it into your skincare routine.<br>It requires two transformations to reach the retinoic acid stage and truly resurface your skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As far as retinal is concerned, it requires only a single metabolism to reach the retinoic acid stage. It works faster, so retinal products are more effective! Well, no, that's not quite how it works. In fact, it depends on the concentration of retinal in your product, so a product containing retinal is not necessarily more powerful than a retinol serum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Question 2. What is retinol used for? What effects does retinol have on the skin? Is retinol effective?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>These three questions are recurrent on the Internet. This versatile molecule is the benchmark active ingredient for fighting wrinkles, fine lines, brown spots and post-acne marques. It improves your skin's overall texture. It's also an excellent option for those suffering from blemishes and hyperseborrhea.&nbsp;<br>And the answer is, unsurprisingly, yes, retinol is effective! Dozens of scientific and clinical studies, with follow-up ranging from one month to several years, demonstrate the power of vitamin A derivatives, especially retinol and retinoic acid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are their 3 main actions.<br>No.1 is anti-aging: it stimulates the synthesis of collagen types 1 and 3, elastin and hyaluronic acid fibers. This densifies the dermis and epidermis. They prevent the appearance of fine lines and reduce those already present.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>N\u00b02 is anti-imperfection. Vitamin A derivatives boost dermal cell renewal to shorten the skin's regeneration cycle, usually 30 days. This accelerates desquamation of the epidermis. This action unclogs pores of cellular debris and excess sebum, and limits hyperkeratinization. At the same time, retinol regulates sebaceous gland secretion and fights against Cuti Bacterium acnes, the bacteria responsible for acne. Retinoids therefore take care of all acne-related problems, preventing the formation of blackheads, comedones and pimples.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In N\u00b03, they combat hyperpigmentation. In the case of brown spots, retinoids reduce pigment production by acting on tyrosinase, an enzyme responsible for the appearance of spots. By accelerating desquamation and cell renewal, retinoids dissolve pigment clusters on the surface of your skin more rapidly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Question 3. Does retinol make the skin thinner?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Diagram of skin structure.<br>Although this remark is often made, it's a misconception.&nbsp;<br>During the retinol tolerance phase, the epidermis becomes thinner. This is linked to accelerated cell renewal. But over a longer period, by boosting collagen and elastin production, vitamin A derivatives stimulate overall skin growth. The dermis redensifies and the epidermis plumps up over the long term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Question 4: Does retinol destroy facial fat?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>It's a question that's coming up more and more often, because certain in vitro studies show that an immature fat cell, known as a pre-adipocyte, will have difficulty transforming into a mature adypocyte if exposed to retinoid. In fact, no human study has shown that retinol causes fat loss. On the other hand, what can lead to fat melting is chronic inflammation of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, the first cause of which is, of course, exposure to the sun. Another possible cause is constantly irritated skin due to an overly aggressive skincare routine. And I insist on the chronic side, if two or three times a year you've gone a little too hard on exfoliants or retinol, there's no problem. On the other hand, if your skin care products are constantly irritating your skin, this could eventually lead to fat melting. If you're having trouble with retinol, don't hesitate to use it every other day, as it's still very effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Question 5: How do I get started with retinol?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>One of the most common mistakes is to start the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/ingredients\/retinol\/retinol-how-to-get-started\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"2073\">retinol<\/a> too aggressively. The dosage, frequency of use and category of retinoids depend on your skin type, skin condition and tolerance to these substances. Remember, the ultimate goal is to enjoy the benefits of vitamin A, not to overwork your skin. The watchwords are patience and a gradual increase in dosage and frequency of use over the long term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which retinoid to start with?<br>If your skin barrier is damaged, don't start with retinol. Repair your skin first, and then start very gradually.  I recommend starting with a retinol concentration of 0.2 or 0.3 %. In an aqueous formula, if your skin is normal to oily, and rather oily if you suffer from dry skin. And if all goes well, after a few months you can test higher percentages of 0.5 % and then 1 %.<br>And I give you some ideas for retinol serums on my site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another important note:&nbsp;<br>We often talk about the rapid degradation of vitamin C, but retinol also suffers from instability problems. In pipette-type packaging, retinol can degrade as you use it. And this can play tricks on you, thinking you can tolerate a certain dosage of retinol when in fact it has degraded. Choose airtight packaging such as pump bottles, or don't hesitate to throw away your serum after 3 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How often should I use retinol?&nbsp;<br>Although everyone needs to adjust their frequency to suit their own feelings, here's a sample schedule to help you progress smoothly through the retinization phase.<br>If you are starting retinol, here are the steps to follow:&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>For the first 15 days, apply the treatment only every third evening;<br>If your skin tolerates this dosage, switch to every other night;<br>After 6 weeks, you can switch to a daily application, but you can also stick to every other night to diversify your skincare routine.<br>And remember, it's essential to use SPF 50 sun protection every day.<br>If your skin feels slightly tight, warm or flaky between steps, you should slow down the frequency until you can tolerate the dosage perfectly. Reinforce your skin barrier with niacinamide-based skincare products and moisturizers perfectly suited to your skin type, to avoid drying out or dehydration. For the more reactive, you can use the sandwich technique to limit the side effects of retinol. This involves applying a first moisturizing cream to your face, then your retinol, and covering it with a second protective cream. This skincare procedure helps to buffer the action of retinol and reduce irritation. &nbsp;<br>If, after several months' use, you can tolerate 0.3 % retinol perfectly, you can try a more powerful product such as 0.5% or 1%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, I wouldn't recommend starting with retinol in summer, as it's a photosensitizing active ingredient, and it would be a shame to start with this type of active ingredient at the time of year when the sun is strongest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Question 6. Can I have botox, hyaluronic acid injections or laser hair removal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>As explained above, retinoids can irritate the skin, especially when you first start using them. If your skin is healthy and tolerates retinol perfectly, there's no need to stop using retinol before botox or hyaluronic acid injections. For laser hair removal, however, I'd be more cautious and recommend stopping retinol use 3 or 4 days beforehand, with perfectly healthy, non-irritated skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Question N\u00b07. How long does it take to see the results?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Since cell renewal takes 30 days, I would say that the first texturizing, anti-spot and anti-imperfection effects appear between one and three months.&nbsp;<br>Most scientific studies reveal their conclusions after two or three months' testing. However, anti-ageing performance will really be visible between 6 months and a year. To see for yourself, I recommend you take a photo of your face before you start, and then take another after six months. Because the visual results are subtle on a daily basis, but obvious over the long term.<br>This is a normal phenomenon, so don't worry. For example, the first effect of retinol before it has any effect on wrinkles and collagen is that it dries out your skin, and this can worsen the appearance of wrinkles, particularly around the eyes at first. When you start taking retinol and you have acne, it can get worse at first, and this is called the purging phenomenon, which can last up to a month. The purging phenomenon means that by speeding up cell renewal, acne lesions can all appear at the same time before diminishing. And if you find that your spots have worsened after the application of retinol, it's possible that by accelerating cell renewal, the pigments already present in your epidermis become more visible temporarily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I hope I've answered most of your questions. Please let me know in the comments if you like this type of question\/answer video format. And if you'd like to find out more about retinol and other product references, you'll find several links on the subject in the description.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>All you need to know about RETINOL Iconic and timeless, retinol is the benchmark in anti-aging ingredients. Studied for many decades, first in the treatment of acne and then as an anti-aging agent, retinoids have yet to prove their worth in cosmetics. 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