Ingredient
Retinol
Worth watching
Some people do better without it. Worth swapping when you can.
What it is
Vitamin A in a strong, skin-changing form.
Why it’s used
Smoothing, in the long run, with peeling in the short run.
What to know
Skip in pregnancy. Use at night. Wear sun care. Fragrance does not belong in the same bottle.
Who should skip
Pregnancy, breastfeeding, very sensitive skin, children.
A gentler swap
A plain moisturiser, or a clinician-guided retinoid without perfume.
You’ll see it in
Night serums.
- Extra care in pregnancy
- Extra care for children