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Retinol Vs Tretinoin
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What is Retinol and Tretinoin?
Retinol and tretinoin are both retinoids, compounds derived from Vitamin A. Retinol can come in a cream or serum form by itself, but is also commonly seen incorporated in a moisturiser. Whilst on the other hand, Tretinoin is rarely seen in other forms than a cream. They work by increasing the rate of cell turnover, which can help to improve the appearance of your skin.
They are used for:
Retinol and tretinoin are both retinoids, compounds derived from Vitamin A. Retinol can come in a cream or serum form by itself, but is also commonly seen incorporated in a moisturiser. Whilst on the other hand, Tretinoin is rarely seen in other forms than a cream. They work by increasing the rate of cell turnover, which can help to improve the appearance of your skin.
They are used for:
Acne: Retinoids can help to reduce the production of sebum, which is the oily substance that can clog pores and lead to acne. They can also help to exfoliate the skin, which can help to remove dead skin cells and clear up acne breakouts.
Wrinkles: Retinoids can help to reduce the appearance of wrinkles by stimulating the production of collagen and elastin, which are two proteins that give skin its structure and elasticity. They can also help to improve the overall appearance of the skin by evening out skin tone and reducing the appearance of age spots.
Sun damage: Retinoids can help to repair sun-damaged skin by stimulating the production of new skin cells. They can also help to reduce the appearance of age spots and other signs of sun damage.
Melasma: Melasma is a type of skin condition that causes brown or grayish patches to appear on the skin. Retinoids can help to reduce the appearance of melasma by lightening the skin.
Other skin conditions: Retinoids may also be used to treat other skin conditions, such as psoriasis, rosacea, and actinic keratosis.
The differences between Retinol and Tretinoin.
| Retinol | Tretinoin | |
|---|---|---|
| Form of Vitamin A | Natural | Synthetic |
| Price (Varies) | $10-50 USD | $20-50 USD |
| Strength | Weaker | Stronger |
| Availability | OTC, Over the counter | Prescription only |
| Side Affects | Dryness Redness Itching Sensitivity Breakouts | Dryness Redness Itching Sensitivity Breakouts (MORE SEVERE FOR TRETINOIN) |
| Results | Lower and slower results | Higher and faster results |
How to apply Retinol and Tretinoin.
*Only apply at PM.*
*Only apply at PM.*
*Incorporate slowly, start with once per week and then add another day when you skin can tolerate it.*
Firstly, cleanse with a gentle cleanser (e.g. CeraVe hydrating cleanser). Secondly, apply a thin film of Retinol to cover face and upper neck OR get a pea sized amount of Tretinoin and spread it across the face and upper neck. Lastly, apply a moisturiser if you want to avoid dryness/irritation.
*You can combine Retinol and Tretinoin with SOME other skincare ingredients, search up whether they are safe with Retinol/Tretinoin and which order to layer them.*
*ALWAYS use sun protection in the morning.*
Retinol comes in multiple concentrations, start at 2.5% and later move up to 5% if you wish.
Tretinoin comes in multiple conectrations, start at 0.025% and later move up to 0.05% if you wish.
When you would use Retinol or Tretinoin
Retinol: If you are new to retinoids or have sensitive skin, start with retinol. You can gradually increase the concentration of retinol over time as your skin adjusts.
Tretinoin: If you are looking for faster results or have severe skin conditions, talk to your doctor about tretinoin. Tretinoin is more likely to cause side effects, so it is important to start with a low concentration and gradually increase it over time.
