Is it normal for my skin to feel red and irritated while using Retinol?
Not necessarily; in fact, we largely avoid it by doing things right when starting Retinol with our adaptation protocol, which you have just seen. Even so, during this adaptation period (retinization), the skin may become irritated, red, flaky, itchy, or sting, and you may feel tightness or even experience a few breakouts.
If you do it correctly, it is quite unlikely that it will happen to an alarming degree. Perhaps you might feel some tightness, get a breakout, feel some irritation, or perhaps NOT.
As long as it is not very bothersome, continue with your routine as is. Keep in mind that we have chosen a retinoid that has put our skin to work at a TOP level.
If you feel your skin is very uncomfortable at first...
What are the most common mistakes when applying Retinol?
If the change in your skin persists and is very stubborn, it may be that you have made one of these mistakes:
And what do I do if...?
- If the irritation is mild and barely bothersome: Continue, your skin is on the right track.
- If the irritation is bothersome to you: Lower the frequency of use and always apply a barrier function cream afterwards.
- If you get irritated again: Lower the amount of product as well; your skin needs to use it more gently.
- If the irritation has been "very" bothersome: Your skin probably needs a different retinoid to give you great benefits. La Luz (Retinyl Palmitate)
Everything you need to know about Retinol is in this guide. The most
complete, simple, fun guide... The Fantasy World of Retinol Guide.
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