There is a common misconception that you can’t combine retinol with an AHA ( glycolic acid) or BHA ( salicylic acid) exfoliant. Can you use glycolic or salicylic acid with retinol? As with many other skincare products you may need to experiment to find the best usage for your skin. If you experience no adverse reaction you can increase use to every other day and then every day.
Best retinol serum skin#
We recommend introducing these products to your skincare routine no more than three times per week and monitoring how your skin responds. When using moderate and high-strength retinol products it is best to be a little more cautious. If you are using a low strength formula you can start using it once or twice daily. The frequency that you apply retinol depends on the product you are using and how experienced your skin is with retinol. Paula's Choice has several formulas with moderate percentages of retinol, with options for both the face and for the body. Of note was the increase in collagen and hyaluronic acid.
Best retinol serum trial#
A controlled clinical trial published in March 2015 further confirmed results from older studies showing that 0.1% retinol improves multiple signs of ageing in eight weeks, with cumulative results over the course of a year. Research shows that retinol concentrations of 0.03% and greater could counteract the visible effects of environmental damage and visible thinning of skin. Moderate percentages of retinol (0.03% to 0.3%) give you results faster than lower percentages of retinol. Start by using 2-3 nights a week and build usage to see how your skin responds. If you experience skin concerns like uneven skin tone or texture and a visible loss of firmness, try adding a stronger retinol product to your routine such as 0.03% to 0.2% retinol products. Moderate-strength retinol – 0.03% to 0.3%
These products with lower retinol percentages are also ideal for combining with our boosters or treatments. Depending on your skin's response and/or concern, you can alternate or even layer them with products containing a higher percentage of retinol. These are Paula's Choice products which have low percentages of retinol. (Always use SPF 30 or higher during the day). Research also shows that lower percentages of retinol combined with other antioxidants helps your skin fight against environmental pollution when you wear it during the day with a broad-spectrum sun protection. Paula's Choice Skincare retinol products also a contain a blend of beneficial ingredients, such as antioxidants, peptides and emollients for even better results. Percentages of 0.01% retinol or greater are proven to be effective at improving multiple signs of ageing, reducing pore size and improving the overall health of your skin. It may seem surprising, but even small percentages of retinol can benefit your skin. You will see brilliant results when applied once or twice daily. If you have never used retinol before, or have dry and sensitive skin, use a lower-strength retinol.