There are a variety of very well-known active ingredients that are powerful and effective within the field of skin care. We frequently get asked what active ingredients should be used in combination, which one should you prefer to use in the morning, and which one is the best for evening? One of the last things anyone would like to cause skin irritation through the use of the wrong combination of products.
The best part is that when they are used properly the big players can yield fantastic outcomes for the skin. However, it’s to use them properly. Let’s say, for instance, we take Vitamin C. Vitamin C is fantastic in brightening skin and reducing wrinkles and fine lines (I personally love love Vitamin C serum!). Your skin wants to appear brighter during the daylight, which is why vitamin C is best applied during the early morning hours. But vitamin C can cause skin to become sensitive to sun, so it is essential to always use an sunscreen whenever you are using Vitamin C. This is essential to keep the skin healthy, glowing and free of irritation. If this step is not carried completely, then your skin could be at risk of getting sunburn (not only during sunny days of summer!) and premature aging.
Let’s examine two of the most well-known ingredients for skincare. Salicylic acid and retinol…
Retinol can be described as the standard to reduce the appearance of ageing skin. Retinol increases collagen production, lowers the production of oil, enhances the skin’s texture and tone and eases inflammation. Retinol is a chemical that works by entering the follicle and communicating cells to stimulate the process of renewal on the skin and to increase cell turnover. This reduces the visible signs of aging of the skin.
Retinol is used in all cases as an night-time treatment. Retinol causes the thinning of the outermost layer dead skin cells. It this makes the skin vulnerable to sun damage. Therefore, it is essential to wear a sunblock when using Retinol in your routine for skincare.
The products can contain retinol , or retinyl ester (retinyl palmitate/acetate) that are both referred to as retinoids. Retinoids must undergo an alteration in the skin into its active form.
If the product is retinol-based when applied onto your skin will go through two steps of conversion:
Retinol retinal – Retinoic acid
If the product is made up of the ingredient retinyl ester and is it is applied on the skin it will undergo a three step conversion
Retinyl ester – retinol – retinal – retinoic acid
Retinoic Acid is the version of the retinol active which can be effective in stimulating cell renewal and enhancing the turnover of cells. All retinoids have to be converted by enzymes present in your skin into the active form,’retinoic acid’.
The main thing to consider is the efficacy of this process on your skin. It will be contingent on the formula of the retinol that you are applying, the frequency with which you apply it, your overall health in addition to exposure to light. If you’re seeing results that are visible, then it’s working on your skin!
Retinol may cause skin irritation. This is less apparent when using products with retinyl esters. There are a variety of qualities of retinol-based products, and the recommendation is to increase your use. Begin with a lower concentration and give the skin’s response to adapt. Retinol can make your skin more prone to sun damage . Make sure to apply sunscreen when you use the ingredient retinol as part of your skincare routine.
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The most well-known Dermalogica Retinol treatment is Overnight Retinol Repair. This amazing treatment contains an extremely high concentration of pure retinol that also exfoliates dead skin cells as well as combats the signs of premature ageingeven a small amount can increase the elasticity of skin by 180 percent! The treatment includes a moisturizing buffer cream to aid those who are new to retinol, or those who have more sensitive skin, adjust to this extremely active form of the retinol.
Salicylic Acid is one of acne’s biggest enemies, so it could quickly become your new hero if you suffer from breakouts. Salicylic Acid removes skin cells superficially (on the surface of the skin) and aids in the elimination of acne-causing bacteria. It’s a highly effective Beta Hydroxy Acid that helps to clear a blockage in follicles including the accumulation of oil and dirt.
Salicylic Acid reduces levels of sebum (your skin’s natural oil) and boosts cell turnover to eliminate the dead cells of your skin. It’s also the most popular ingredient in adult acne due to its soothing properties for the skin.
Salicylic Acid has grown in popularity, possibly due to the increased incidence of adult breakouts. Many people are suffering from breakouts as a result of hormonal changes, coupled with stress and busy lifestyles! Breakouts are caused by dead skin cells excessive sebum and breakout-causing bacteria create the form of a plug that blocks pores. Salicylic Acid has the special capability to break through those pores that are blocked and dissolve the “glue” which holds the pore-clogging dead skin cells. This aids in removing breakouts. In essence, Salicylic Acid exfoliates the skin.
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There is Salicylic Acid in lots of products, including Dermalogica Clearing Skin Wash as well as Daily Microfoliant. The majority of people experience positive results as soon as they begin applying Salicylic acid. Because it also has properties for skin soothing it’s possible that you’ll notice improvements as early even the following day. It is important to note that every person’s skin is unique and the results may differ according to the type of skin. The majority of people notice significant improvements after a couple of weeks of consistent usage. It is possible to use the majority of Salicylic Acid products daily or every other day, but should your skin begin to feel dry, cut back your usage to once per week.
You could also make use of Retinol as well as Salicylic acid in conjunction! Yes, together! When Dermalogica launched Retinol Clearing Oil it was perhaps the first time Retinol was paired along with Salicylic Acid into one formulation. Combining these two potent ingredients generated a lot of curiosity. Are they safe? Can use them together and do they work effectively when used together?
It’s secure and they function well when utilized in the correct combination. This isn’t easy to achieve , but Dermalogica has mastered it by introducing its Retinol Clearing Oil. You can treat breakouts as well as combat premature ageing of the skin in just one nighttime treatment.
Retinol Clearing Oil distinctive because it blends two powerful ingredients into a potent blend in the very first instance. Salicylic Acid to rapidly clear and prevent breakouts, and Retinol, a potent ingredient that is released in time to help diminish the appearance of wrinkles, lines and hyper-pigmentation. You’ve probably been told that it is not advisable to utilize Retinol or Salicylic Acid together as they are both very effective on the skin and can cause irritation. But using Retinol Cleansing Oil the addition of the time-released Retinyl Propionate offers a gentler approach . The soft oil base mimics the skin’s lipids , allowing you to get the active ingredients in a deeper way while keeping moisture.
If you’d prefer using Salicylic Acid and Retinol separately make sure not to apply both at the at the same time. Apply Salicylic Acid in the morning and Retinol at the night. For those with more sensitive skin, you might need to apply these products at least once a week or cut down Salicylic Acid use to once per week or as whenever needed.
One last idea …. Be aware that although Retinol along with Salicylic Acid are highly effective ingredients for your skin, they may both make your skin more sensitive to sun, which is why you should make sure you wear sunscreen or a moisturiser with SPF- each any day throughout the year and not only on the days that are sunny!
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