Debunking 5 Myths About Tretinoin
Wrinkle prevention, gentle exfoliation, and cellular renewal- If Retin-A is not a part of your current skincare routine, then it’s time to get yourself familiar with it. This transformative ingredient is everything you need and more to fight visible aging and enhance the overall appearance of your skin! Here are 5 myths about Retin-A you can stop worrying about:
MYTHS
- All these ingredients that start with R (retinol, retinoic acid, etc) are all the same.
This is not true. The main difference is the strength of these ingredients along with the efficacy. An OTC Retinol, for instance, is more gentle than retinoic acid and therefore, may take longer to see results.
- Retinoids work by exfoliating the skin.
Unlike glycolic acid, retinoids don’t give you an even exfoliation. Yes, there’s drying and most likely peeling, but these are just side effects! Retinoids work by affecting your gene expression which stimulates collagen production and evens pigmentation.
- Retinoids increase your risk of sunburn.
While it does break down in sunlight, that doesn’t mean it puts your skin at a higher risk for getting sunburns. It's recommended to apply your retinoid product at night to mainly to ensure that the ingredient is no longer inactive.
- You should not apply retinoids when you’re on your beach vacation.
Once your skin has adapted to the strength of the retinoid, it should no longer be irritated regardless if you go to Hawaii or the Maldives. In fact, applying retinoids while on your beach vacay can actually be a great way to prevent photoaging. Just remember to apply sunscreen!
- You cannot apply retinoids around your eyes.
Not only can you, but it’s also recommended. Studies show that those who apply retinoids right up to their eyes actually see results the best!
GETTING STARTED
If you’re ready to start your journey with Retin-A, try some of my retinoid based products like my Diamond Line Refine. If you’re looking for something stronger, try myKD High Dose Retinoid Regenerator! Find out why you should include Retin-A into your beauty regimen, and learn how this anti-aging component can help you maintain beautiful, bouncy skin by listening to my podcasthere.
