my first time using pure retinol. What brand is best?
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I use Roc it is not super strong or irritating. I put the Bel Essence Oil on after.
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My dermatologist told me that Renova is better tolerated by sensitive skin than Retin A. But it's still very harsh and needs to be applied with moisturizers and a lot of sun screen, and at least 30 minutes after washing your face. Should only be used sparingly and build up tolerance. It's available in different strengths and by prescription only. Best if you talk to your dermatologist. I doubt that Bel Essence is in the same league with the retinols but it's doesn't cause any irritation and makes your skin feel good. I have only used it for a few weeks and haven't seen any dramatic changes yet but will continue for a few months more. I feel good that it doesn't contain unhealthy chemicals. (I hope!)
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My dermatologist told me that Renova is better tolerated by sensitive skin than Retin A. But it's still very harsh and needs to be applied with moisturizers and a lot of sun screen, and at least 30 minutes after washing your face. Should only be used sparingly and build up tolerance. It's available in different strengths and by prescription only. Best if you talk to your dermatologist. I doubt that Bel Essence is in the same league with the retinols but it's doesn't cause any irritation and makes your skin feel good. I have only used it for a few weeks and haven't seen any dramatic changes yet but will continue for a few months more. I feel good that it doesn't contain unhealthy chemicals. (I hope!) My dermatologist told me that Renova is better tolerated by sensitive skin than Retin A. But it's still very harsh and needs to be applied with moisturizers and a lot of sun screen, and at least 30 minutes after washing your face. Should only be used sparingly and build up tolerance. It's available in different strengths and by prescription only. Best if you talk to your dermatologist. I doubt that Bel Essence is in the same league with the retinols but it's doesn't cause any irritation and makes your skin feel good. I have only used it for a few weeks and haven't seen any dramatic changes... » Read More My dermatologist told me that Renova is better tolerated by sensitive skin than Retin A. But it's still very harsh and needs to be applied with moisturizers and a lot of sun screen, and at least 30 minutes after washing your face. Should only be used sparingly and build up tolerance. It's available in different strengths and by prescription only. Best if you talk to your dermatologist. I doubt that Bel Essence is in the same league with the retinols but it's doesn't cause any irritation and makes your skin feel good. I have only used it for a few weeks and haven't seen any dramatic changes yet but will continue for a few months more. I feel good that it doesn't contain unhealthy chemicals. (I hope!) « Show Less
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My skin is sensitive. Retinal too strong for me. This is more natural and better for me.
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Dear Jill, Yes, it's the retinol that causes some of us to experience some burning or sensitivity in the first few days of nightly use. I asked my dermatologist about this reaction, and she indicated that the dosage of retinol in products is calibrated to be optimally effective in reducing the appearance of lines and wrinkles. Don't give up! Her advice--which works: only use the night cream every third night for a week to 10 days. Then graduate to every other night for two weeks. This gradual approach acclimates the skin for comfortable use. You will see the product's benefits after a few nights' use. I confess I use both Roc wrinkle-reducing products (day and night) over a light serum, specifically Olay's Regenerist Serum. They are extremely compatible. Never get anything containing retinol near your eyes and, like the earlier writer warned, always wear sunscreen while using retinol. Roc makes a daytime retinol wrinkle treatment with an SPF 30 which is excellent. No, I don't work for Roc! ;-). I'm just an "old" woman who has used Roc creams for years and who finds they do an excellent job working in tandem.
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I would disagree with mixing these two at the same time - true, drug store retinols are not that strong as compared to Retin A by prescription, but why would you risk cancelling out the effects of these products that even when using the less costly version as here, still aren't that cheap? If you want to use them both at the same time, at least let one absorb for awhile (at least 30 minutes) before putting another product on. This Vitamin C is 20%, which is pretty strong, I would NOT use it at the same time as a retinol, at the least it could be ineffective, at the best cancel each other out.
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Hi - I threw away the box but I went to the Olay website and found the list of ingredients for Pro X Hydra Firming Cream http://www.olay.com/skin-care-products/OlayPro-X/skin-firming-cream?pid=075609026089and for Pro X Wrinkle Smoothing Creamhttp://www.olay.com/skin-care-products/OlayPro-X/wrinkle-smoothing-cream?pid=075609026072I'm no chemist but none of the ingredients looks like Retinol to me!
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I use only the serum...often together with Retinol Complex ...they work well together; quite powerfully.
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I'm not really sure, but I'm still using it and I'm happy with my results so far. I apply it first then I apply my regular moisturizer, in the mornings. I ordered it to because it said 2.5% retinol. I also use pure hyaluronic serum. And I love this . I got it from Cosmedica skin care. I get alot of compliments on my face. And im 59 yrs old. Hope I helped.
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Absolutely false. A cream with 1% retinol would be highly irritating to the skin if you've never used retinol before. In the pharmacy we sell 0.1% retinol to start and gradually work upwards as your skin tolerates it. 1% retinol is about equal to the lowest strength prescription equivalent.
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I perfer this one over the other one. Because I can really feel a differ in my skin, OZ Naturals vitamin C serum doesn't tighting my Face as the other one. I bough both, so I could see witch one I would use from now on. Hope I answer your Question.
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I use Retinol by Obagi on a regular basis. I believe this product is authentic. When I started using it I felt it working within a few days. It feels the same as if I used just the Retinol except it has a moisturizing effect.
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Put the retinol serum on first, then moisturizer. I put this on at night, so it can work on my skin all night long. During the day I use vitamin E serum, then tinted moisturizer, then primer, and then make up. It will make for a smooth skin look.
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Doesn't say on the bottle. Can't find the answer on line. I'm pleased with the product but I have little experience with retinol products to compare it to.
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I found a much better retinol product. Afirm produces a superior retinol product ( Afirm 1X, Afirm 2X, and Afirm 3X) to Babyface. It comes in three strengths and does not have pore clogging ingredients. I have been using it for a month and I love it!
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Good point, Reina. The first time I bought it was for the price and its light consistency. I did not expect the collagen and elastin to improve the sagginess of my skin. I use a strong retinol at night and some antioxidant creams during the day - all of them much more expensive. The St. Ives is just a great product to keep your skin moisturized without feeling greasy and is non-comedogenic.
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ConsumerLab.com has tested 8 or 10 Doctor's Best products, but not the Doctor's Best Alpha Lipoic Acid nor its R-Lipoic Acid. On the other hand, Consumer Lab has a comparative report on about 17 different brands of Alpha Lipoic Acid, apparently (no guarantee on this) with some side notes on R-Lipoic Acid advantages or disadvantages. I don't have the report, so can't be sure of the contents. On manufacturing location, I'd suggest contacting the home office of Doctor's Best, San Clemente California 92673. (800)777-2474 WWW.DRBVITAMINS.COM. Part of the label says Bioenhanced Na-RA is a registered trademark of GenoNova Research, Inc., and the front label mentions as a selling feature "Featuring bioenhanced Na-RALA." For further information, you should contact the company sources. And personally, I'm choosy about supplements, and Doctor's Best is one of the three supplement companies I find personally to deliver consistent products at a reasonable price.
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In my personal experience, every ROC product I have used has given me visible results. From what I've read, the older we get the more we need retinol (in addition to serum and alpha-hydroxy).
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I have used Neutrogena Dermatologics Retinol for about 6 months and love it...I really do see a diminish in fine lines and my skin feels tighter. I ordered another bottle recently because I did not want to go a day without. Please give it several weeks to show a difference in your skin.
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Hi Claire, It's hard to say how long it will be before you start to see results as it is different for each person. Keep applying a pea sized drop of the Retinol Serum after cleansing your skin and using toner and always follow the Retinol serum with your usual moisturiser and/or sun protection. It's always good to make sure you are staying hydrated by drinking plenty of water. Most people start to see good results after a few weeks. Please keep in touch and let me know how you are getting in with our product. Best wishes, Shirley, CEO, Little Wing beauty