Retinol Information
One of the Most Effective Vitamin A Treatments for Rejuvenating Aging Skin

Technical information on retinol reveals that this vitamin A skin care treatment is one of the most effective active anti-aging ingredients to successfully treat the symptoms of aging skin.



Retinol is processed by the body from beta carotene which is found in carrots, apricots, broccoli, and other dark green, orange and yellow produce. It is the most common form of vitamin A found in skin rejuvenation products.

Because retinol is absorbed into the skin less efficiently than tretinoin, it is important to ensure that the concentration of retinol is sufficient enough to be effective. . .

The properties of retinol, a form of vitamin A, work a bit differently in anti-aging skin care products than tretinoin.

While tretinoin is a vitamin A acid, retinol converts to retonic acid when absorbed by skin cells.

Retinol information confirms that concentrations of at least .15% up to the strongest that can be purchased over the counter of 1% are very effective in treating aging skin care concerns.

The Afirm product line is available in three different strengths. The 1x contains .15% retinol, 2x contains .30% retinol and 3x contains .60% retinol. SkinCeutical has a retinol cream at the strongest OTC strength of 1.0% concentration of retinol.

• stimulating cell regeneration
• building collagen
• diminishing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
• minimizing age spots
• reducing pore size 
• minimizing the occurrence of blemishes

If you experience occasional outbreaks and are also concerned about aging skin care issues, this is the active ingredient that will effectively address both these concerns
in one treatment.

Because retinol can be irritating to the skin start with a lower strength (.25% T0 .5% concentration) to give your skin a chance to adapt, then gradually increase the retinol strength as your skin becomes more tolerant of vitamin A.