Retinol in skincare
A form of vitamin A belonging to the retinoids.
What is retinol?
A form of vitamin A belonging to the retinoids. On the ingredient list, you can find the name Retinol. The dictionary uses both the common name and the INCI name, so you can compare the explanation with the packaging.
What does retinol do for skin and the product?
Used in cosmetics focused on skin texture and visible signs of ageing.
Active ingredients are used for a specific skincare purpose. Amount, stability and combination with other ingredients determine what a product can do. An ingredient name alone does not substantiate a particular result.
May cause dryness and irritation. Retinoids are not recommended during pregnancy. Follow the product instructions.
How to read the ingredient list
Look at the product's purpose and overall composition. Position on the list does not tell you the exact concentration used or how your skin will react. One substance can serve several purposes in the same product.
Questions about retinol
What does retinol do in skincare?
Used in cosmetics focused on skin texture and visible signs of ageing.
What should I know about retinol?
May cause dryness and irritation. Retinoids are not recommended during pregnancy. Follow the product instructions.
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About sources and ingredient names
The European Commission's CosIng database is a reference for cosmetic ingredient names and functions. An entry does not constitute approval of all uses or evidence of a particular product effect.
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