Retinol, just another name for vitamin A, is considered a cosmetic ingredient and is found in various anti-aging skincare products, such as retinol facial creams, serums, and eye creams. Retinol also can be broken down into other forms of vitamin A, such as retinyl palmitate, retinaldehyde, retinyl retinoate, and retinyl proprionate, which are also found in skincare products. Generally, though, skincare experts around the world consider pure retinol far more effective than these retinol derivatives. That doesn’t mean these ingredients aren’t effective; it’s just that they aren’t quite the powerhouse pure over the counter retinol is. Whether in a retinol cream or other type of moisturizer with retinol, retinol works as a skin-restoring ingredient. It’s capable of exceptional, directed results when included in well-formulated, specially packaged skincare products (more on packaging in a moment). Regardless of brand or texture, when used as part of a brilliant skincare routine, retinol’s revitalizing effects include minimizing the appearance of wrinkles, improving uneven skin tone, and shrinking the look of enlarged pores, not to mention reigniting a feeling of firmness and radiance.
A moisturizer (or serum) with retinol can be aging skin’s best friend! Choosing the best retinol cream for wrinkles is easier than you think! Here are some pointers: What about the amount of retinol? Paula’s Choice Skincare offers a variety of retinol products in various strengths to meet the needs of different skin types and concerns.If you’re new to over the counter retinol, begin with a lower-strength product, such as a serum or moisturizer. If you’ve used retinol in the past and had great results, consider our moderate-strength retinol product. For more tenacious concerns, like deep wrinkles and pronounced uneven skin tone, look to our higher-strength retinol products. You can also alternate between the lower- and higher-strength products based on your skin concerns and how your skin responds. This is important to keep in mind because there isn’t a single best retinol product over the counter; instead, there are many, whether you want a retinol facial cream or a different texture.
A common misperception about retinol is that it exfoliates skin. Retinol, in any of its forms, does not do the same thing as AHA or BHA exfoliants. AHAs and BHA ingredients exfoliate the dead surface layers of skin, improving signs of environmental damage and hydrating for renewed smoothness. Retinol doesn’t work that way. The confusion arises because retinol does cause flaking skin for some people. When they see the flakes they assume the retinol is also exfoliating their skin. Flaking skin is not necessarily a sign of exfoliation. The AHAs and BHA help skin do what it should be doing naturally, and you don’t notice your dead skin cells when they shed naturally; instead, you just see a smooth, renewed skin surface and a healthy glow. AHAs and BHA help skin shed the way it did when you were young. For the best anti-aging benefits, it’s ideal to use both an exfoliant and a retinol cream as part of your regular skincare routine. Here’s how to use a retinol product with your nightly skincare routine:
What about applying a retinol product during the day? That’s fine, as long as you follow with a broad-spectrum sunscreen rated SPF 30 or greater. We typically advise applying retinol creams at night because most people don’t mind layering an extra (yet essential!) product on in the evening. For best results, a retinol product should be used with other anti-aging products containing rejuvenating ingredients, such as antioxidants, skin-replenishing ingredients, and different visibly restorative ingredients like niacinamide. Despite retinol’s superstar status, improving the appearance of aging skin is far more complex than any one ingredient—even retinol! Last, if one retinol product doesn’t seem to work well for you after a few weeks, try another over the counter retinol cream. The best retinol cream for wrinkles is one that’s well formulated, loaded with other beneficial ingredients—and one you’ll look forward to using because you’re loving the results! The Best Skin of Your Life Starts Here: The same type of in-depth scientific research used to create this article is also used to formulate Paula’s Choice Skincare products.
You’ll find products for all skin types and a range of concerns, from acne and sensitive skin to wrinkles, pores, and sun damage. With Paula’s Choice Skincare, you can get (and keep) the best skin of your life! See Paula's Choice Retinol Products. References for this information: Dermatology, May 2014, pages 314-325 Toxicological Research, March 2010, pages 61-66 The Journal of Pathology, January 2007, pages 241-251 Clinical Interventions in Aging, December 2006, pages 327-348 Do you want to see more articles like this? Get exclusive beauty advice delivered twice a month. Unsubscribe at any time. Your privacy is guaranteed!Rollover to zoom Click to view Sensitive skin - Fragrance freeWhite Mallow gently wraps a calming protective layer around the skin, soothes and maintains the skins moisture whilst alleviating itching.Awarded the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance™, this fragrance-free face cream, made with 97% organic ingredients, was specially formulated to nourish and relieve itching caused by dryness.
Organic white mallow and organic pansy extracts work together to moisturize and calm highly sensitive skin. Organic sweet almond oil and organic sesame seed oil, both rich in soothing vitamin E and essential fatty acids, nourish delicate skin and protect from dryness.Tip: Use this cream at least twice a day on sensitive skin to help soothe, protect and moisturize. Also suitable for sensitive adult skin When we say all natural we mean, all natural. We aim to use only the purest, wild crafted, organically and Biodynamically® cultivated ingredients sourced from one of our fair trade partners or grown in our gardens. Weleda skin care products are NATRUE certified. Weleda charges a flat fee for all shipping: Sorry, we are unable to ship goods to: All African countries, all South American countries, Romania, Israel and Indonesia.And it’s this milk, full of natural goodness, that we’re proud to take to the world as the leading global dairy exporter. Thanks to New Zealand’s temperate climate, cows here can graze outdoors all year round.
And being predominately grass-fed (rather than grain fed) their milk is richer in omega-3 fats, vitamin E, beta-carotenes and CLA (that’s a beneficial fatty acid called conjugated linoleic acid).1,2,3,4 These important nutrients, along with our rigorous testing and quality standards, enable us to meet the highest customer expectations. But let’s dig a little deeper to discover what’s behind each of these elements and why they’re so important. Why fatty acid balance is important The benefits of essential fatty acids like omega-3 and omega-6 are well known. But what’s also important is the balance of these fatty acids. And new evidence suggests that a balanced ratio of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids (e.g. 50/50) is important for human health.5 As you’ll see, pasture-fed cows (like the ones here in New Zealand) produce a preferable balance compared to those fed a higher proportion of grains.1 The more grass in a cow’s diet, the higher the quality of the milk in terms of its polyunsaturated fatty acid composition.
High proportion of CLA Emerging evidence has shown some exciting positive health benefits of CLA including potential anti-inflammatory properties.1 Further detailed research is ongoing, but right now it’s reassuring to know that pasture raised cows have a greater concentration of CLA in their milk (up to twice as much) compared to grain-fed cows.2 If you’ve ever wondered why your New Zealand butter has a beautiful natural golden colour, it’s all down to the beta-carotene. Beta-carotene is a precursor for vitamin A (which means it’s able to be converted to the active form of vitamin A). Vitamin A is an essential antioxidant and we need it for healthy skin and mucus membranes, our immune system, and vision. Beta-carotene is found in substantial amounts in some fresh plant food, like grass. So milk products from pasture-fed cows may have a higher concentration of this nutrient.1,3,4 Another reason why New Zealand cows produce the some of the best milk in the world.
Packed with vitamin E Another health benefit growing in our lush New Zealand grass is vitamin E. Milk from grass-fed cows generally has a greater concentration of vitamin E compared with cows fed unfortified grains.1 Vitamin E is a fat-soluble nutrient found in many foods. In the body, it acts as an antioxidant, helping to protect cells from the damage caused by free radicals. There’s also evidence to suggest that the vitamin E concentration in milk from pasture-fed cows reduces oxidation in milk3 which in turn can improve the flavour. All of these nutrients help make our New Zealand milk an amazing and unique food from nature that we’re proud to take to the world. 1. Clancy K. Greener Pastures. How grass-fed beef and milk contribute to healthy eating. Union of Concerned Scientists. 2. Dhiman T R., Anand GR.. et al. Conjugated linoleic acid content of milk from cows fed different diets. J Dairy Sci 1999;82(10):2146-56. 3. Jensen, S. K. Quantitative secretion and maximal secretion capacity of retinol, beta-carotene and alpha-tocopherol into cows' milk.