Retinoids 101

Your Definitive Guide to Using Retinoids.

Retinoids are a very well-studied group of ingredients. They have been shown to target multiple skin concerns. They belong to the vitamin A family and while many forms of vitamin A are found in nature, retinoids in skin care are synthetic molecules which are used for their ability to target the look of multiple skin concerns that commonly appear over time, as skin ages. Over time and with exposure to environmental stressors, skin loses collagen and elastin and shows signs of damage in the form of uneven texture and tone, dullness, fine lines and wrinkles and loss of elasticity and firmness. Retinoids support skin and help counteract these visible signs of aging, to help make skin firmer, smoothing out the look of wrinkles, and correcting uneven skin tone. Think of them as the golden standard when it comes to targeting skin concerns that appear over time/as skin ages. Let’s take a look at retinoids and why they are so important in the world of skincare.