After the restrictions of the European Union to retinol, more and more talk about the retinal. This asset is present in many of the last releases of cosmetic brands, which leads us to ask ourselves What benefits and in … What differs from retinol. First of all, we must remember that retinoids, which are derived from vitamin A, are considered the most effective assets against aging signs. Within the Retinoidsthe most powerful is retinoic acid or Tretinoin that, although it is present in creams, is considered a medication, that is, it is not sold without a medical recipe. The retinoids that we can find in cosmetics are the esters of retinil, retinol and retinal, mainly.
How is the retinal and retinol different?
Retinol is the best known and the one who has the most studies that support its effectiveness to treat the signs of age: Spots, wrinkles, loss of firmness and saggingin addition to improving acne. Its indiscriminate use led to the European Union to limit its concentration to a maximum of 0.3% (A greater concentration, greater benefits but also greater irritation). Therefore, many cosmetics brands decided to put their eyes on the retinal, which until then had gone unnoticed.
Carlota TorrePharmaceutical expert in dermopharmacy and menopause, tells us about the differences between both ingredients: «The main difference between retinol and retinal is the speed of becoming an active way. The retinal is a retinaldehyde (a derivative of vitamin a) that is much closer than retinol to become retinoic acid. Retinol passes to retinal and retinoic acid, and the retinal passes directly to retinoic acid. Retinol needs two steps to become the active part of vitamin A, instead the retinal only needs one step. This has advantages: The retinal acts faster and is more powerfulskin results are faster. Another difference is that the retinal is suitable for All kinds of skinsIt is more tolerable. Retinol is more irritating, and there are skins that do not tolerate it. I always recommend the retinal for sensitive and acneic skins, and the retinol for mature skins and those that endure more ».
Estefanía NietoDermocosmetic director of Medik8, one of the brands that he opted for a long time for the retinal, says that «different clinical studies have shown that The retinal is up to 11 times faster that retinol in its conversion, which translates into a visible improvement of texture and skin tone in less time ».
What benefits does the skin retinal have?
Retinoids are assets with more scientific evidence to improve and delay skin aging. Pharmaceutical Carlota Torres tells us that «retinoids stimulate skin renewal, because with age, renewal is slower. They contribute brightnessThey help the skin be smooth, unifying the tone, and also They reduce wrinkles. For me, they are the best anti -aging ingredients, after sun protection, which is the most important. In addition, retinoids help our skin generate collagen and elastin, which toAnd to firmness and elasticityand ultimately, the skin looks younger ».
How to use the retinal?
The main problem of retinoids is that they can irritate and discourage the skin, especially when they begin to use. Although the retinal causes less reactions, the pharmaceutical carlota torres advises «always use it At nightafter cleaning and with very dry skin, and introduce it gradually. I recommend starting using it twice a week and increaseaccording to the tolerance of each skin, three times a week, then to alternate days, etc. It is important Not hurry and be constant. The skin has to retain. I receive in consultation with many people with skins irritated by the incorrect use of retinoids ». In addition, the expert warns that when retinal or retinol is applied, “the use of sun protection for the day is unnegotiable.”
Another advice of the expert, to the question: What to use on the days that you do not apply retinal? «I advise to apply a barrier function so that the structure of the skin is well, because the better it is, the more effective the products we put are. I also combine the retinal with hyaluronic acid and niacinamide. I also alternate it with glycolic, but I already have retinized skin ».
Here are some of the latest products with retinal products.
Crystal Retinal 24 of Medik8
Crystal Retinal 24 of Medik8.
Night serum with vitamin A contain 0.24% retinaldehydewhich makes it the most concentrated retinal available in Spain without the need for medical recipe, according to Estefanía Nieto, dermocosmetic director of Medik8. It is a serum for people who have already retinized their skinand want to maximize the anti -aging benefits of this asset. Medk8 offers lower concentrations of this same product, for all who want to start in the retinoid universe. Visibly improves the firmness, softness and luminosity of the skin, thanks to the retinal, as well as its stability system, which guarantees maximum power. Price: 135 euros.
Germaine de Capuccini retinight
Retinight sereum cream with germaine retinal from Capuccini.
Sérum in high performance cream formulated with a 0.04% retinal and 91% of ingredients of natural origin. Fights visible signs of aging, improving firmness, luminosity and skin textureand, in addition, it moisturizes intensely, prevents the appearance of stains and improves elasticity. It has Focus Cell Dose technology, a system that encapsulates the retinal in liposomes, optimizing its absorption and benefits, multiplying its efficacy by 20 and guaranteeing visible results with less risk of irritation. In addition, it includes in its formula a combination of essential lipids, licorice extract and patented nanopolymer HLG. Price: 80 euros.
Retinal Renewal Growth Factor & Peptide Primaderm Serum
Renewal 0.2% Primaderm.
A serum that combines Pure encapsulated retinalthe Epitensive and Neoclair Pro growth factor an antioxidant peptide. Three assets that had never joined before to slow down the skin. This synergy enhances the Cell renewal, It stimulates the production of collagen, elastin and glucosaminoglycans and protects the skin from the harmful effects of free radicals and environmental stress. In addition, its liposomal encapsulation technology ensures deeper penetration and optimal stability, maximizing the benefits in each application. It is offered in two versionswith 0.1% (54.90 euros), for younger skins or that start with retinoids, and 0.2% (64.90 euros), for mature skin or who are already accustomed to retinols.
Anubis 5.0 retinal
Anubis 5.0 retinal.
Cream with Retinal, pure bakuchiol, escualeno and the tripéptide Matrixyl Synthe. Ideal for Mature skins They want to improve expression lines and wrinkles. It maintains firm and smooth skin, promotes cell regeneration and enhances natural collagen production. Price: 70.20 euros.
Round Midnight Renewing Serum by Alma Secret
Round Midhinght Renewing Serum with Alma Secret Retinal.
Night use serum, available in two versions: 0.1% (49 euros), for young and sensitive skin, and those that have not used retinoids, and 0.2% (54.60 euros), for mature or accustomed skins to retinoids. In addition to encapsulated retinalthe formula includes Niacinamide, Rambután and a Swiss Alpine Alpine Plants Complexthat work in synergy to reduce spots, illuminate, hydrate, calm and minimize pores. It is also enriched with Circadian Bliss®, a biotechnological asset that restores the circadian rhythm of the skin altered by overexposure to blue light, enhancing the night repair capacity to achieve even more exceptional results.
Clinical Pro Retinal Dual Treatment by Paula’s Choice
Pro Retinaldehyde Dual-Retinoid by Paula’s Choice.
A serum that Combine two high -power retinoids To reduce the appearance of wrinkles and transform skin texture, minimizing the possibility of causing irritation: encapsulated retinal and oleilo adapalenate (adaptinoid®). In addition, its formula includes Granada shell extract, a powerful antioxidant, and biofermented extract of yeasts and fungi, an anti -inflammatory cocktail that calms and moisturizes. Price: 72 euros.
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