What forms of retinol are there?
Retinol, retinyl palmitate, and bakuchiol are all skincare ingredients frequently associated with anti-aging and skin rejuvenation. However, they have different properties and mechanisms of action:
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Retinol
Retinol is a vitamin A derivative known for its anti-aging effects. It stimulates the metabolism of skin cells and boosts collagen production. It makes the top layer of skin smoother and more even, and reduces wrinkles and age spots. However, retinol also has drawbacks: it can dry out or irritate the skin and increases its sensitivity to sunlight. Furthermore, retinol is difficult to stabilize in cosmetic formulations. -
Retinol Palmitat
Retinyl palmitate is a milder and less potent form of vitamin A compared to retinol. It is an ester of retinol and palmitic acid, meaning that the skin must first convert it into retinol and then into retinoic acid before it can have its effects. It is more skin-friendly but less effective. -
Bakuchiol oil
Bakuchiol is a plant-based ingredient considered a natural alternative to retinol. While it is not a retinoid, it is often referred to as a "retinol alternative" because it offers similar benefits without some of the potential side effects associated with retinoids.
Conclusion :
In summary, retinol is an effective form of vitamin A with proven anti-aging and skin rejuvenation properties. However, it also has some drawbacks. Retinyl palmitate is a milder version of retinol that must be converted by the skin to be effective. Bakuchiol is a natural alternative to retinol that offers similar benefits without the potential irritations associated with retinoids.
What is NovoRetin?
NovoRetin is a new active ingredient derived from mastic, an aromatic resin from a pistachio tree that grows exclusively on the Greek island of Chios. This makes it an ideal plant-based alternative to retinol, offering both powerful anti-aging effects and exceptional benefits for blemish-prone skin. Tests demonstrate increased skin density and elasticity, an immediate lifting effect, and refined pores.
Test results:
Test: 22 women, aged 42-65, with wrinkles and crow's feet, measurements taken before and 30 minutes after application
Test: 18 women, aged 40-70, with wrinkles and crow's feet, application twice daily, measurement before first application, after 28 days
Test: 20 women, aged 24-61, with enlarged pores, application twice daily, measurements taken before first application, after 14 and 28 days
What form does Lydia Daïnow use for her anti-aging cream?
We rely on a combination of NovoRetin and bakuchiol oil to optimize its effectiveness. RetinoLift is also available in a practical, environmentally friendly refill.
