Which Retinol Cream Improves Aging Skin
By: Reena Ceschia
Tags: Women, Aging Well, Anti Aging, Beauty, Beauty Tips

Over a month ago, I spotted an “Amazon choice” Retinol face cream while placing an order for the Pure NuDerma gadget. The cream caught my attention for several reasons: it has high ratings of 4.4 out of 5; it is organic; Made in Canada, it contains a recommended concentration of Retinol; and it is cruelty-free. These are convincing reasons for me to add it to the cart and place the order. I had been contemplating adding Retinol (Vitamin A) to my skin routine to help reduce the appearance of dark spots caused by sun damage. The spots started to appear in the past 18 months, coincidentally around the same time I hit menopause. I’ve covered this topic in this blog.

Anyhoo. I applied the retinol cream on my face and the neck area in the past four weeks and expected to see some results. At first, I was concerned that the cream would irritate my sensitive skin and cause severe flaking and burning. Since I was diagnosed with mild psoriasis and Rosacea years ago, the dermatologist advised against using Retinol based skincare products. And for the longest time, I avoided anything with Retinol to prevent skin inflammation, which is extremely uncomfortable. However, when I came across Maritime Naturals, I felt comfortable giving it a shot. So I did, and I have mixed feelings about it.

On the one hand, the cream is gentle, scent-free, and affordable. It didn’t cause any significant irritation, which presumably was considered a downside of using Retinol. On the other hand, I have not yet seen a difference in my skin texture nor a change in dark spots’ appearance. At this time, the cream is serving to keep my skin hydrated and nourished without the use of harsh chemicals. I will use this jar until it’s depleted and buy some of the best-rated retinol cream products, as listed below.

But let me share with you why Retinol cream is beneficial as an anti-aging skincare product.

What is Retinol

Retinol is a topical byproduct of vitamin A. Several different vitamin A derivatives are available, which is where a lot of the confusion comes in. Retinol can boost collagen and improve cell renewal. When used correctly, retinol cream can improve skin texture and tone and diminish fine lines leading to softer, firmer, and brighter skin.

As well, Retinol is a powerful agent for sustaining healthy skin. It plays a significant role in maintaining your skin’s youthfulness by promoting the process of cell restoration. Vitamin A and its retinoid forms stimulate skin cell regeneration by intensifying cell division rate.

What percentage of Retinol is best?

Retinols percentage in creams and serums range from very low, at 0.1%, to high, at 2%. If you are trying it for the first time, it’s recommended you start with a lower percentage in case you are sensitive to the active ingredient. According to experts, creams that contain between 0.1% and 0.5% will generate results without irritating your skin. And if your skin doesn’t react negatively to this range, you can try a higher percentage of 1% to 2%.

Can I use Retinol during the day?

Dermatologists recommend using Retinol cream at night for a couple of reasons. First, Retinol is photosensitive and breaks down in the sunlight. Second, Retinol stimulates the growth of new skin cells, which will likely make your skin more susceptible to sun damage.

Therefore, it’s crucial to practice safe sun exposure and wear your SPF if you apply Retinol during the day. Not sure which SPF creams to use? Here’s a list of the best-rated SPF creams.

Will Retinol thin my skin?

Retinol creams thicken your epidermis improves your skin’s elasticity. Adding a Retinol cream routine at a younger age will help block the onset of fine lines, wrinkles, and collagen reduction.

What are the best Retinol creams to use at any age?

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