{"id":111056,"date":"2022-04-11T15:42:56","date_gmt":"2022-04-11T15:42:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dermatica.co.uk\/skinlab\/how-to-start-a-retinoid\/"},"modified":"2023-02-03T10:37:38","modified_gmt":"2023-02-03T10:37:38","slug":"how-to-start-a-retinoid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dermatica.com\/skinlab\/how-to-start-a-retinoid\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Start A Retinoid"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u00a0<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>When it comes to skincare buzzwords, \u2018retinoid\u2019 is a regular contender for one of the most popular treatments on everyone\u2019s lips. A powerful group of compounds derived from Vitamin A, retinoids are used to treat acne, prevent ageing, and even reverse existing skin damage. There are many different retinoids \u2013 you might have heard of adapalene, or seen tretinoin before-and-after transformations \u2013 and they come in all different forms, from gels to ointments and creams to foams.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Are retinoids for you?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Retinoids essentially <em>train <\/em>your skin to increase cell turnover, revealing brighter, tighter skin. It isn\u2019t an overnight process \u2013 some people find it can take 8-12 weeks to see results \u2013 but it\u2019s an extremely effective way of tackling common skin issues, as over time, it boosts collagen production and increases the production of blood vessels, making for a smoother, more supple face.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>There are a couple of caveats. You can\u2019t use retinoids if you\u2019re pregnant or breastfeeding, and should not be used if you have active eczema, dermatitis or psoriasis on your face. That being said, retinoids can treat everything from ageing to acne, and almost every skin type benefits from using them.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Starting your retinoid treatment<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Retinoids are some of the strongest actives in skincare available, which is why you need a prescription for those we stock here at Dermatica, such as tretinoin. When you receive a retinoid prescription, it can be tempting to start regularly incorporating it into your routine straight away \u2013 but be careful. Irrespective of your skin type, you should expect to see a few side effects when you start to use your prescribed retinoids; these include peeling and redness as your skin cell turnover is increased. Don\u2019t panic! This is a normal response, known as \u2018retinisation\u2019, and shouldn\u2019t last more than 3-4 weeks. However, due to the increased sensitivity of your skin when you start on a retinoid, you should gradually increase your use of it over time and give your face a chance to get used to it. We recommend using a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dermatica.co.uk\/skinlab\/how-to-layer-your-skincare-products\/\">low-and-slow \u2018laddered\u2019 approach<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>To effectively \u2018ladder\u2019 potent skincare, you\u2019ll increase your dose slowly over time. For the first two weeks of retinoid use, for example, you should stick to applying the cream two or three nights a week. During the third and fourth week, you can apply it more often, and if your skin appears to be less sensitive to the product by this point, you can begin applying your retinoid every night. Remember to check in with your skin, though \u2013 these are general guidelines, and individual people experience retinoid treatment differently. If your skin doesn\u2019t seem happy \u2013 it\u2019s inflamed, flaky or sore \u2013 reduce your use back down to a couple of applications each week and start building up again from there. Ultimately, you want to apply your retinoid nightly, but it can take a while to get there. If you\u2019re finding the beginning of the process irritates your skin, we recommend applying a thin layer of moisturiser prior to your retinoid, to soothe your skin. Wait until the moisturiser is fully absorbed, and then continue with the treatment.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The other thing it\u2019s important to know about retinoid use is that it increases the sensitivity of your skin. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to only apply retinoids at night, and it\u2019s also absolutely vital to use an SPF of at least 30 in the morning (although we recommend SPF50!).\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>What else should I do when using a retinoid?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>There are other things you should watch out for when using retinoids. Make sure you stay hydrated throughout the day \u2013 drink plenty of water, and set your skin up with a humectant-rich moisturiser. (That means seeking out something high in ingredients like ceramides, panthenol, niacinamide and hyaluronic acid \u2013 our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dermatica.co.uk\/shop\/moisturiser\">Ultralight Recovery Moisturiser<\/a> is a great choice!) You should also be careful about what other active ingredients you incorporate into a skincare routine with retinoids. For example, AHAs, BHAs, Vitamin C and alcohol can all increase irritation when combined with retinoids; you don\u2019t have to cut them out altogether, but it\u2019s wise to remove other irritants temporarily when you start on retinoids, and reintroduce them into your morning routine slowly and sparingly if desired.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Interested in what retinoids can do for your skin? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dermatica.co.uk\/registration\">Begin<\/a> your Dermatica consultation today and find the skincare that works for you!<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0 When it comes to skincare buzzwords, \u2018retinoid\u2019 is a regular contender for one of the most popular treatments on [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":112207,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[178],"tags":[129,137,145,150,155,159],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v20.4 - 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