Cream with retinol

Vitamin A is known to many for its beneficial properties, it heals the skin and has the ability to protect against free radicals. Therefore, in the people it is often called the vitamin for youth. This substance was found in the liver, beans, large quantities of fruits and vegetables. And of course, it is contained in all known fish oil.

Scientists and manufacturers of cosmetics and drugs are constantly looking for new products and improve their products. Especially a lot of effort is directed towards the creation and improvement of drugs designed to combat age-related changes in humans.

Pure retinol, isolated from products, could not be used in the manufacture of cosmetics for a very long time. He entered into chemical reactions with other components of drugs and, oxidized, became unsuitable for use. At the moment, chemists have made a breakthrough in this area, creating a stable form of this substance called the retinoid. Now he, as well as his varieties - transretinoic acid, adapalen and synthetic forms of retinol (acetate and retinyl palmitate) - are used as components of therapeutic creams.

Vitamin A has a beneficial effect on the upper layers of the epidermis, improves the skin, protects against the effects of antioxidants. By stimulating the production of necessary for health and beauty, elastin and collagen, restores the skin of the face. Vitamin helps heal wounds and is often used to treat sunburn.

Its ability to prevent the spread of infection helps in the treatment of acne and acne. The healing effect is used when exposed to foci of psoriasis.

Retinol cream is not just for beauty, but for the treatment of problem skin. Therefore, like any medicine, it should be used only in accordance with the indications, necessarily following the rules of application.

Products containing retinol and its analogues are recommended for anti-aging therapy. With the right care with them, you can get rid of or at least reduce age-related changes, tighten skin, reduce wrinkles, and make pigment spots less visible.

Vitamin A increases the susceptibility of the epidermis to exposure to sunlight, so additional protection is needed. These products are even divided into day and night. More vitamin is added to the night cream, and the day should contain substances that block the action of ultraviolet radiation.

Without it, the normal functioning of the organs of vision and immunity is impossible. It has a positive effect on metabolism, stimulates the production of collagen and elastin in the skin, renews cells, and fights aging of the whole organism. Removes toxins and prevents the spread of infection, heals wounds, removes rashes and skin problems.

Consider the main actions of retinoids in more detail:

• The pronounced effect of recovery and regeneration, It has a beneficial effect on the general condition of the dermis, on the resorption of scars and the elimination of excessive pigmentation, improves color.
• With dry epidermis render active moistening, normalize balance of liquid.
• With excessive fat help to get rid of inflammation and reduce the production of secreted glands.
• Increase the production of elastin and collagen fibers, restore skin tone, make it elastic.
• Positively affect the metabolism in the cells of the epidermis, update the upper layers of the skin.
• Strengthens the capillaries, improves blood circulation, thereby enhancing oxygen metabolism and the supply of nutrients, vitamins, macro and micronutrients.
• Provide antioxidant protection, interfere with the harmful effects of environmental factors.
• Stimulate the reduction of wrinkles, increase the elasticity of the epidermis, improve its turgor, level the surface.

For more on the benefits of retinol, see the following video.

The composition of drugs often include other useful ingredients. They range from the intended destination of the final product and the effect that people want. Retinol is most often combined with the following substances:

• Vitamin E great companion A, has anti-aging effect.
• Vitamin C provides a slow breakdown of retinoids, acts as an anti-inflammatory component.
• Panthenol heals damage, minor wounds, stimulates regeneration.
• To moisten the epidermis and restore the cellular balance of fluids use sea ​​thermal water, hyaluronic acid.
• Extracts and plant oils combine with vitamin A for active nutrition, it helps them quickly and actively digested.
• To further provide the epidermis with a building material, preparations are combined. with marine collagen.
• Combination with glycolic acid 8% increases its anti-aging effect.
• Adding fruit acids cleans the endometrium, removing its horny layer. Due to this, the active substances penetrate into the deep layers of the dermis, providing a positive effect from the inside.

You need to pay attention to the fact that vitamin A is a component that has a strong effect. And it can be negative if you misuse drugs that contain it.

Consider the main contraindications to the use of retinoid products. In the case of one or several of them, it is better to exercise caution and avoid using them.

• Retinol - a strong enough allergen, and with a strong susceptibility can provoke strong allergic manifestations. Before applying cosmetics for the first time do not be lazy to check it on a small area of ​​skin. So you protect yourself from possible acute reactions.
• During pregnancy, the use of drugs is prohibited. Vitamin A in excessive amounts has a teratogenic effect and can adversely affect the development of the fetus. It is also better for women to abstain from retinol creams during breastfeeding and pregnancy planning.
• Circulatory disorders, stones and inflammations in the gallbladder and pancreas are a serious contraindication.
• With a strong sensitivity of the skin products should be used with caution. If the skin is severely dry, thin, and irritated, irritation may occur. The skin around the eyes and lips is very thin and should not be exposed to the drug.
• Limit admission with skin lesions, burns, inflammations and wounds.
• Age less than 12 years does not allow the use of such cosmetics.
• Acceptance of certain drugs. There may be contraindications to use. Need mandatory prior consultation of the doctor.

Be sure to protect the skin from the harmful effects of sunlight, use protective emulsions. Immediately after the application of funds should not go out into the open sun. You can not constantly use the tool, after the course of up to 60 days is required a break. The active substance induces active cell division, due to which restoration and rejuvenation is achieved. But during continuous work, they get tired, the opposite process begins, division slows down and the skin ages even more. After the course is recommended to take a break for a period of three months.

Retinoid drugs have side effects that need to be known and taken into account:

• burning sensation, redness;
• itching and swelling in places of use;
• dryness and flaking;
• dermatosis;
• increased susceptibility to the action of ultraviolet radiation;
• tendency to increased pigmentation.

Feedback on the use of most drugs agree that these compounds are applied to the skin only during the seasons with minimal sun activity. Namely, it is winter and late autumn. If this basic rule is violated, the skin with impaired perception of ultraviolet radiation will be prone to hyperpigmentation. In particular, it is necessary to use hats, preferably with fields, to use sunscreen cosmetics.

The skin is trained to creams with retinoids gradually, otherwise the risk of developing irritations and allergies is high. At the beginning, the remedy is used twice a week, then four. When the skin gets used, somewhere in a month, the product is applied once a day. Many experts advise at the beginning of the course to use the lowest concentration of the active substance in the preparation, not more than 1%. At the very beginning of the application, the skin can turn red. This is a normal reaction, breaks are just necessary for the rest of the epidermis.

Retinoid cosmetics should be used after cleansing, on dry skin.

The list of funds offered by the market with retinol is quite long.

This gives confidence in their effectiveness and truly therapeutic effects. In the salons when carrying out cosmetic procedures used compositions of a similar type. Pharmacies provide guarantees for their drugs and can not be afraid for their health, subject to all rules of application. Of course, the price of such products will be somewhat higher than cosmetic ones, but their effectiveness justifies it.

Examples of pharmaceuticals:

• "Lift Activ Retinol" Vichy - a fairly well-known tool with good action. It contains additional water from thermal sources and hyaluronic acid. Moisturizes, relieves mimic and age wrinkles.
• "Redermic R" La Roche-Posay - light, effective cosmetics, does not cause irritation.
• "Kinetinol" MartiDerm - The composition is supplemented with other vitamins. Besides A, there are jojoba and macadamia oils. Restores and nourishes.

• Obagi - American system for treating skin problems. It is used only in clinics, contains many useful substances, including plant stem cells, antioxidants. Their concentration is 10 times higher than in other preparations.

Comparison of two creams with retinol - Avene and La Roche-Posay - in the video below.

• An excellent budget option can be considered a Russian-made retinol cream. Cheaper than imported, and also close to our people in the spirit of cosmetics brands: Natura Siberica, Black Pearl. Brand "Shark Force" In the line of products with retinol has a day and night cream, masks. Its difference is the use of shark oil. Additionally, it is enriched with oils of mandarin, neroli, corn, cinnamon and other components.

• Caviale - Russian drug suitable for all types of dermis. It is designed for resilience and elasticity.
• Christina Company created more than thirty products with vitamin A for both salon and home use. These funds contain additional components, soothing, lightening, healing. A wide selection makes it possible to choose a product for individual needs.
• Bielita Bitex "Retinol + Mg" - Belarusian remedy, suitable for any type of dermis. It improves turgor, eradicates wrinkles from the inside, prevents age-related changes. The consistency is light, imperceptible, absorbs without leaving marks and mask effect, contains herbal extracts and fruit acids, oils.

• Holy Land "Alpha-Beta Retinol" - Israeli product that compacts the epidermis, evens the complexion, reduces pores, lightens pigment spots, contains fruit acids, salicylic acid, magnesium.

Another video review of creams with retinol.

Many prefer the mixtures prepared at home. So you really will be confident in all components of cosmetics and with sufficient knowledge and experience, you can choose the composition specifically for your needs and characteristics.

We give several options for its use at home.

It consists of the following ingredients:

• Vitamin A, E - one capsule.
• Castor oil, camphor oil - a tablespoon (20 ml).
• Broth of camomile pharmaceutical - 50ml.
• Glycerin - 17 ml.

To get a decoction of chamomile, pour 1 tablespoon of chamomile dry with boiling water and let it brew. Further mix with broths and all other ingredients. Vitamins are added last.

Use the composition before bedtime.

Composition:

• Vitamin A - 15 ml.
• Soft butter - 50 ml.
• Chicken yolk - 1 pc.
• Olive oil - 1 tbsp. spoon (20 ml).
• Alcohol camphor - 30 ml.

Beat the yolk well, add oils from the list. When the mixture becomes homogeneous, inject retinol.

Composition:

• Retinol - 1 capsule.
• Sea buckthorn oil - 1 tbsp. spoon (20 ml).

According to reviews of creams with vitamin A can be judged that women are extremely pleased with the effect of such drugs. There are huge differences between the action of products. Some work on the dermis gently, after others there is a burning sensation and peeling after a few days. Buyers trust pharmacies more, even though they are quite expensive.

Dermatologists prefer to pay attention to the composition of cosmetics, rather than brand manufacturer. If all the components included in the composition are suitable for you, it is not so important where the product will be purchased.

Compliance with simple rules will help to use retinoid cosmetics as efficiently as possible.