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Retinol

Vitamin A derivative that converts to retinoic acid in the skin. Promotes cell turnover, stimulates collagen production, and helps normalize sebum production. One of the most researched and effective anti-aging and acne-fighting ingredients available.

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About This Ingredient

Learn more about this ingredient and how it affects your skin.

How It Can Clog Pores

Not comedogenic and actually helps with cell turnover to unclog pores. Initial purging is normal as debris rises to the surface. Key for long-term acne management and anti-aging.

Where It's Found

Anti-aging serums, creams, acne treatments, retinoid products

Risk

SAFE

Alternative

N/A - Already Safe

Derived From

Synthetic production (vitamin A derivative)