Retinal vs. Retinol: The Anti-Aging Showdown
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It’s no secret that retinoid products are the most effective anti-aging topical treatment available. But not all retinols are created equal.
There are three common types of retinoid products on the market. Here’s a quick easy breakdown of the three types and how they differ.
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The most effective over the counter retinoid you can get is a RETINAL. There are also retinals that are encapsulated to help deliver a slow, consistent release of the product and prevent irritation to the skin. This is my favorite type of retinal.
I was invited to partner with a skincare company to try a new retinal formula that combines encapsulated retinal with peptides, brighteners, hydrators and plumping factors. It is made by Allies of Skin which is a science based luxury skin care brand known for their incredibly effective formulations. So, I tried their Retinal & Peptides Night Cream. This comes in two different strengths..a .05% and a .1%. Because I am a seasoned retinoid user, I went with the .1%. The retail price on this ranges from $116 for the .05% to $130 for the .1%. Don’t fret though, I did get a discount code for you (it’s at the end of this blog).
I used the night cream every single night for 30 days and have to say that I noticed improvement in my skin by about 2 weeks. I honestly wasn’t sure if I would see any improvement since I have already been using retinoid products nightly. But, the combination of the encapsulated retinal, the peptides and other ingredients really packed a punch and I had zero irritation.
What I noticed by day 30 was brighter skin, less texture and an overall reduction in fine lines.
So..I had to wonder why exactly this particular retinal product was more effective than others I had tried. And the answer comes down to ingredients and formulation.
-The retinal is encapsulated making it very effective and less irritating
-The cream has 6 different peptides (5 in the lower strength) to help target expression lines as well as firming of the skin
-11 antioxidants and brighteners to help give skin that brighter appearance and glow
-Omegas and Ceramides to deeply nourish and moisturize the skin while protecting the skin barrier
-And an ECG & Ornithine Complex - An innovative combination of Amino Acids and antioxidants with firming, soothing, and calming properties. Reduces the appearance of structural aging and plumps the skin.
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xoxo- Veronica