WHEN it comes to skin care, retinol is the buzzword you’ve probably heard a million times.
Famed for its anti-aging powers and ability to transform skin texture, the vitamin A derivative has long been a staple in facial skin care routines.
But retinol doesn’t need to be reserved just for your face.
It can also be used (with care) on the body to ensure gentle stretches throughout the body.
And just like with your face, retinol in body moisturizers helps diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on the body, especially in areas like the neck, chest and hands.
In theory, retinol speeds up skin cell turnover.
Increased cell turnover temporarily eliminates more dead skin cells (goodbye, dryness) and produces a lag time before new, healthy cells (hello, glow) appear.
The waiting time can sometimes cause redness, irritation, and a burning sensation as the skin gets used to the new chemical.
Anyone who has ever used retinol on their face will know the painstaking process of “getting used” to your skin.
But luckily, you don’t have to feel the same pain in your body.
A young woman has revealed how she incorporates retinol into her body skincare routine WITHOUT causing redness or irritation.
Taking to Instagram, she shared herself decanting a full tube of retinol into her large tube of CeraVe Moisturizing Cream.
“When I realize I’m going to have wrinkles on my body because I only use retinol on my face,” she wrote.
Social media sensation and dermatologist Dr Zain Husain has since weighed in on the beauty hack — and he’s a huge fan.
“What I love about this is that it allows us to get the rejuvenating properties of the retinoid,” he began.
“As well as combining it with a great moisturizing cream that is easier to spread over the body.
What is Retinol?

Retinol is a buzzword in the beauty industry these days…
Retinol is a chemical exfoliant that belongs to the retinoid family, a group of compounds derived from vitamin A.
Promotes the elimination of dead and old skin cells and the production of new, healthy cells. This process helps keep the skin smooth and shiny, improving texture and tone.
By accelerating cell turnover, retinol also helps unclog pores, making it an effective acne treatment.
Regular use of retinol can significantly improve the overall texture and tone of your skin. It can minimize the appearance of pores, smooth rough patches, and even out pigmentation.
Retinol also helps fade dark spots and hyperpigmentation by accelerating the renewal of pigmented cells and promoting the growth of new, evenly pigmented cells.
“This is a great trick — and dermatologist-approved.”
Regular use of retinol can help promote collagen synthesis, improving skin elasticity and firmness over time.
For those struggling with body acne, it can be a game changer, helping to unclog pores and reduce inflammation.
If your body is new to retinol, it’s important to introduce it gradually to avoid irritation.
Start by mixing a lower concentration with your body moisturizer and apply it every other night, slowly increasing to nighttime use as your skin adjusts.
Additionally, retinol can make your skin more sensitive to the sun, so it’s best to apply retinol-infused body moisturizers at night.
Continue throughout the day with a broad-spectrum sunscreen to protect your skin from UV damage.
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