Retinal vs. retinol? Check why we chose retinal!
Retinoids have been proven to act on the cell nucleus , thanks to which they are able to remodel the skin by binding to its receptors.
These are substances that affect all ageing processes, including increasing collagen production, but also stopping its degradation after the age of 25. They reverse some of the visual signs of ageing caused by exposure to UV radiation, the so-called photoaging.
Retinaldehyde, also known as retinal , is a biologically active derivative of vitamin A. It belongs to the retinoid family, the best-documented substances that slow down skin aging .
Retinal is an intermediate form between retinol and retinoic acid and requires only 1 transformation in the skin to retinoic acid (it is closer to retinoic acid during the transformation) - which means faster action , less loss and due to the slow release technology used in Ph.Doctor products, less irritation compared to other retinoids - a great candidate for sensitive skin, vascular skin or even skin with rosacea . In the PubMed database we will find publications in which it was shown that retinal (retinaldehyde) has a beneficial effect on the vascular component of rosacea (erythema and telangiectasia) > https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10473962/ .
Another major advantage of retinal over retinol is that it has proven antibacterial effects , so it may be a good choice for people who, in addition to preventing skin aging, also want to reduce acne or blackheads. The PubMed database contains publications that show that retinal (retinaldehyde) has direct antibacterial effects, reducing the amount of Cutibacetrium acnes bacteria on the skin. > https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10473957/ .
Retinal action:
- has anti-acne effects
- has anti-aging properties
- eliminates signs of aging
- tightens and firms the skin
- reduces discoloration
- reduces the visibility of fresh stretch marks
- moisturizes the skin
- improves skin structure
- smoothes and elasticizes the skin
Indications:
- Acne (antibacterial effect)
- Blackheads, "porridge"
- Wrinkles
- Skin laxity
- Photoaging
- Discoloration
- Keratosis pilaris
- Fresh stretch marks (here a better cream with a stable form of retinal FACE&BODY RetinALL 0.05% )
- Reduction of TEWL (transepidermal water loss)
- Mature skin.
Contraindications:
- Exacerbated active atopic dermatitis (AD) located on the face
- Pregnancy
- Skin infection
- Skin abrasions, excoriations
- Irritated, dry skin
Wondering which product to choose? RetinALL IN ONE 0.1% Stable Retinal Face Cream or FACE&BODY RetinALL 0.05% Stable Retinal Face Cream?
- If you are just starting your adventure with retinoids, start with the FACE&BODY RetinALL 0.05% Stable Retinal Cream (see articles - "How to use the FACE&BODY RetinALL 0.05% Stable Retinal Cream on the FACE. First tips " and "How to use the FACE&BODY RetinALL 0.05% Stable Retinal Cream on the BODY and FRESH STRETCH MARKS. First tips" . Additionally, you can use this product on the whole body or fresh stretch marks. After a possible 12 weeks of regular use and achieving facial skin tolerance, you can move on to a higher concentration of retinal - RetinALL IN ONE 0.1% Stable Retinal Face Cream (see article - "How to use the RetinALL IN ONE 0.1% Stable Retinal Face Cream. First tips" ).
Are you already using other retinoids and need a change? Start with RetinALL IN ONE 0.1% Stable Retinal Face Cream . This is a highly stabilized retinal with added tranexamic acid, ideal for skin with the first signs of aging and discoloration.