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Retinol rocks!

Like no other, this ingredient will greatly improve your skin

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Power up your skincare with this ingredient

Power up your skincare with this vitamin A derivative

Skincare trends come and go, but dermatolog­ists agree retinol is one of the few ingredient­s proven to give you youngerloo­king skin. It’s effective, safe and affordable – definitely worth a try!

So, what is it?

Retinol is an over-thecounter derivative of vitamin A and has been used for wrinkle treatments for over 40 years. Retinol products come in various strengths and formulatio­ns and there are plenty of effective options to choose from. If you want a stronger version – meaning faster results – see your doctor or a dermatolog­ist for a prescripti­on. Surprising­ly, a script product can be comparable in price with consumer options. A word of warning – if you’re pregnant or breastfeed­ing, retinol is not recommende­d.

And what does it do?

Put simply, retinol products stimulate collagen production, which reduces fine lines and wrinkles. Retinol also accelerate­s cell turnover to even out discoloura­tion, smooths skin texture and unclogs pores. If you have acne, these products will help your skin too. Sound impressive? That’s because they are!

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