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July 30, 2024

All about the skin-firming benefits of retinol

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The superpowers of retinol against skin aging

Retinol is an anti-wrinkle, firming and regenerating active ingredient derived from vitamin A. It is so powerful that cosmetics manufacturers have had to adopt it in an extra-light dosage! Discover its virtues for your face.

To combat deep wrinkles on the face and sagging skin, a pure active ingredient is one of the star molecules in cosmetics. It is retinol, sometimes referred to as retinol-A, since it is derived from vitamin A. Very powerful, it is an effective ally in delaying the effects of aging and offering the skin a smooth and firm touch. 

 

<h2>Retinol Origin</h2>

First stabilized in a cream in 1996, retinol is now one of the leading ingredients in cosmetic products dedicated to skin aging.

Retinol is one of the three available forms of vitamin A. It owes its name to the essential role it plays in the functioning of our vision and particularly in the ability of our retina to adapt to darkness. This active form of vitamin A is found naturally in our food: fish, butter, eggs. Retinol is a member of the retinoid family, just like tretinoin, a drug prescribed by dermatologists for acne.

Like beta-carotene, a precursor of vitamin A found in orange fruits and vegetables, retinol is a substance frequently used in anti-aging treatments. But where beta-carotene benefits from its antioxidant virtues, retinol acts on the firmness of our skin and the regeneration of skin cells.

     

<h2>Retinol, a super-powerful active ingredient for the beauty and youth of your face</h2>

Retinol is used in the treatment of deep facial wrinkles and sagging skin. There are two main benefits of this molecule:

● A firming action: retinol boosts the production of collagen and elastin and activates cell renewal. The skin thus recovers its firmness and elasticity. It is also smoother!

● An antioxidant power: retinol intervenes in the prevention of skin aging by fighting against oxidative stress, responsible for the appearance of the first wrinkles.

In addition, retinol can be used to improve the general appearance of the skin. In fact, it reduces spots and blemishes on the face.

 

<h2>How to use retinol as a pure active ingredient</h2>

Beware, although natural, pure retinol is a powerful molecule to which the skin must get used gradually! 

● It is photosensitizing: it is not recommended to expose your skin to the sun after applying pure retinol. This is why it is preferably used in the evening. 

● In cosmetics, it is nowadays used at very low concentrations in order to avoid undesirable skin reactions.

Etat Pur's pure Retinol active ingredient has a concentration of 0.3%, i.e. 300 mg of retinol per 100 g of product. It is formulated as a dry oil, which guarantees its stability and prepares your face to receive the active ingredient. As it is a light-sensitive formula, it needs to be protected in a glass bottle.


Posted on July 30, 2024
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