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Renowned for its many benefits, retinol is the star active ingredient, ranked first among the most influential trends of 2023, according to Cosmetify. Find out how this ingredient has conquered the beauty industry!
At the end of the year, the beauty platform Cosmetify has unveiled its ranking of the major trends that have marked the last twelve months. Among the many beauty products for the skin, consumers’ favorite is retinol. This active ingredient is attractive thanks to its numerous caring actions on the epidermis which make it an essential ingredient to combat wrinkles and imperfections. Discover in detail its many benefits.
Anti-aging action and multiple benefits
Why is this asset so popular? A powerful antioxidant, retinol is a true ally against skin aging. It is thanks to the active form of vitamin A that retinol can help you prevent and prevent the appearance of wrinkles. Applying a product containing retinol protects you from external aggressions such as UV rays and pollution. Indeed, these factors can be responsible for premature aging of the skin.
That’s not all ! The presence of retinol also helps your skin produce more collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid. Your skin then gains suppleness, firmness… and youthfulness!
Integrating retinol into your beauty routine erases or limits the appearance of pigment spots. The active ingredient regulates the synthesis of melanin being the cause of these spots commonly called “Brown stains”.
Finally, retinol-based cosmetics are effective in getting rid of acne. The active ingredient unclogs clogged pores and regulates sebum production. So say goodbye to all your imperfections!
Be careful with sensitive skin!
However, retinol has its small drawback. For the most delicate skin, its action may be slightly irritating. Additionally, it can make your skin more sensitive to the sun’s rays. Therefore, prefer to apply retinol in the evening and do not neglect sunscreen in the morning. This also protects your skin from aging.
Before incorporating it into your routine, always test retinol products on a small area of your body. It is important to always observe your skin’s reaction to a new product.
If the product leaves you with slight redness, don’t worry! Although the active ingredient may require a little time to adapt to your skin, it should not take long. So are you ready to have beautiful skin in 2024?