YOUR SKIN CARE TOOLBOX 101 “GETTING IT RIGHT WITH RETINOL: PART ONE”

Retinol serves on the front line of our battle against aging. It is available in many forms and in a plethora of products. A retinol serum is a great product for aging skin, as it is composed of small molecules that penetrate the skin easily. Trust me when I tell you that there is a formulation that will work for you and that you will come to depend on as a daily staple of your skin care tool box.

Dermatologists swear by retinol, counting it as a must-have for just about everyone (second only to SPF), even those with sensitive skin. And, research over the past 30 years has shown that retinol can tackle a ton of dermatological concerns. There is ample support that retinol improves the appearance of aging skin.

It’s a proven ingredient that reduces fine lines and wrinkles, fades age spots, and improves skin texture. It increases cell production in the top layer of the skin, which leaves the skin looking softer, smoother, and younger. It also works as an anti-oxidant, which can prevent free radicals and increase collagen production. As an added bonus, it will reduce the skin pigmentation that comes with sun damage. Even if your skin is not what you might consider “mature”, the use of retinol can be a preemptive strike against the aging process.

NCN has created a retinol serum that even yours truly, (a redhead with sensitive skin), can use every evening with ZERO irritation, redness, flakiness or burning. And being that I am a product queen, I have tried many. Thanks Nanci, for creating All-Trans Retinol for us.

Louise J. Manteuffel, Guest Contributor