{"id":3819,"date":"2022-12-13T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-12-13T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/?p=3819"},"modified":"2023-03-20T15:36:31","modified_gmt":"2023-03-20T15:36:31","slug":"active-ingredients-whats-better-than-retinol","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/active-ingredients-whats-better-than-retinol\/","title":{"rendered":"Active Ingredients: What\u2019s Better Than Retinol?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"998\" height=\"665\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/WHATS-BETTER-THAN-RETINOL_2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3827\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Link to share article here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-social-links is-style-default 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Retinol?<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to trending skincare ingredients, the rise (and rise) of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/myth-buster-the-difference-between-retinol-and-retinoids\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1954\">retinol<\/a> as a must-have product shows no sign of slowing. We take a look at what retinol is, why it\u2019s so popular and what it can do for you. From retinol in over-the-counter night creams to more potent (and effective) retinoids such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/tretinoin-101\/https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/our-ingredients\/tretinoin\" data-type=\"post\">tretinoin<\/a>, there\u2019s a formulation out there to suit you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is retinol?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Put simply, retinol is an over-the-counter form of vitamin A that\u2019s applied topically to the skin. Retinol is part of the retinoid family \u2013 a large group of synthetic and naturally occurring compounds derived from vitamin A.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>What does retinol do?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Retinol \u2013 and to a greater extent, more potent retinoids \u2013 increases skin cell turnover and has the power to clear, smooth and boost <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-nutritionist-supplements-skin-and-menopause\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3691\">collagen<\/a> production for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/myth-buster-what-does-healthy-skin-look-like\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1775\">healthy<\/a>, glowing complexion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s an active ingredient that\u2019s proven to fight <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/acne-treatment\">acne<\/a> but <em>also <\/em>support the skin\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/how-to-look-after-your-skin-at-every-stage-of-your-life\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1036\">ageing<\/a> process. Whether your skincare concern is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-where-do-my-spots-come-from\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2006\">spots<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/hyperpigmentation\">pigmentation<\/a> or dull skin texture, a retinoid in your skincare routine can make all the difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p><em>\u201cRetinol \u2013 and to a greater extent, more potent retinoids \u2013 increases skin cell turnover and has the power to clear, smooth and boost collagen production for a healthy, glowing complexion.\u201d<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>Retinol and retinoids<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The main difference when we talk about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/myth-buster-the-difference-between-retinol-and-retinoids\/\">retinol and retinoids<\/a> is the potency of the active ingredient (vitamin A) when it comes to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/how-to-build-a-skincare-routine\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3629\">skincare<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It takes more steps to convert vitamin A on your skin to retinoic acid (the <a href=\"http:\/\/skinandme.com\/the-dose\/category\/ingredients\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"skinandme.com\/the-dose\/category\/ingredients\">ingredient<\/a> that gives you the benefits you&#8217;re looking for) with retinol than it would a more potent form of vitamin A, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/our-ingredients\/tretinoin\">tretinoin<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>So, is tretinoin better than retinol?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/how-to-build-a-skincare-routine\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3629\">skincare<\/a> criteria is efficacy \u2013 the most powerful ingredient to deliver the benefits you&#8217;re looking for then yes, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/our-ingredients\/tretinoin\">tretinoin<\/a> (that you may find in your personalised Daily Doser) is \u2018better\u2019 than retinol.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The nuance here is what specific skin goals you\u2019re looking to address and how committed you are to long-term progress and maintenance of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-microbiome-skincare-for-healthy-skin\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1976\">healthy skin<\/a>. There isn\u2019t a hierarchy of \u2018best\u2019 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/myth-buster-getting-the-best-from-active-ingredients-in-skincare\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1184\">active ingredients<\/a>, but if there were, the ingredients with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/myth-buster-can-skin-become-immune-to-products-over-time\/\">most scientific evidence<\/a> when it comes to results over short and long-term use would be at the top. With this in mind, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/myth-buster-can-skin-become-immune-to-products-over-time\/\">retinoids like <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/our-ingredients\/tretinoin\">tretinoin<\/a> fair incredibly well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All retinoids need time to work on your skin to give you best results. You won\u2019t see literal results overnight, but <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/skin-freaks-stories-skincare-progress-and-wisdom\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3387\">progress<\/a> will become visible over months with regular use as part of your evening routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>Maximising results and minimising reactions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many dermatologists recommend starting on lower potency retinoids to minimise the risk of any slight (temporary) <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/can-i-use-tretinoin-on-sensitive-skin\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1108\">sensitivity<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-am-i-having-a-reaction-to-my-skincare\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-am-i-having-a-reaction-to-my-skincare\/\">reactions<\/a> associated with retinoids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Skin can build tolerance to certain ingredients so that you no longer experience any mild reactions \u2013 think slight redness or temporary light <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/managing-prescription-skincare-side-effects\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1293\">skin-peeling<\/a> associated with \u2018retinoid <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/mythbuster-purging-explained\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1262\">purging<\/a>\u2019 or \u2018<a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/our-ingredients\/tretinoin\">tretinoin<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/skin-and-me-stories-beyond-purging-with-stephanie-wyatt\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1838\">purging<\/a>\u2019.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rest assured that temporarily peeling or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/skin-and-me-stories-beyond-purging-with-yasmin-johal\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1843\">purging<\/a> skin is a sign your skin is \u2018spring cleaning\u2019 it\u2019s way to a fresher complexion. Retinoids increase skin cell turnover to reveal smoother, more youthful-looking skin.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just don\u2019t forget your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/our-dermatologist-approved-spfs-for-everyday-wear\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"455\">sunscreen<\/a>. Using a high factor <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/skincare-and-the-sun-guide-freckles-sun-spots-spf-and-makeup-know-how\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2473\">SPF 30+<\/a> is non-negotiable, especially when it comes to using retinoids, which can make your skin more sensitive to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-sun-protection-and-skin-cancer\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3034\">sun damage<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>Retinol, tretinoin and microdosing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your skin goals are aligned with a more potent form of vitamin A than what you would find in off-the-shelf retinol, then (in the case of your Daily Doser personalised treatment) your Prescriber may recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/our-ingredients\/tretinoin\">tretinoin<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They will increase <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/our-ingredients\/tretinoin\">tretinoin<\/a> concentration in your Daily Doser slowly over months of treatment so that your skin builds a tolerance for this active ingredient to ensure maximal results with minimal reaction. 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