retinol
noun
ret·i·nol
ˈre-tə-ˌnȯl 
-ˌnōl
: the chief and typical vitamin A C20H29OH that is a highly unsaturated alicyclic alcohol used in various forms in medicine and nutrition
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L'Oreal told me my optimal skincare routine would include ceramides (for moisture), retinol, and a good sunscreen.
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The ingredient is also responsible for stimulating collagen production and works well when paired with other finicky ingredients like retinol.
—Michelle Rostamian, Allure, 30 Dec. 2024
To reduce side effects, consider applying vitamin C in the morning and retinol at night.
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Unlike with retinol, your skin doesn’t have to slowly build up a tolerance to the serum.
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Emily Forlini, PCMAG, 9 Jan. 2025
The ingredient is also responsible for stimulating collagen production and works well when paired with other finicky ingredients like retinol.
—Michelle Rostamian, Allure, 30 Dec. 2024
To reduce side effects, consider applying vitamin C in the morning and retinol at night.
—Sarah Bradley, Health, 24 Dec. 2024
Unlike with retinol, your skin doesn’t have to slowly build up a tolerance to the serum.
—Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Retinol.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/retinol. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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retinol
noun
ret·i·nol
ˈret-ᵊn-ˌȯl
-ˌōl
: the most common form of vitamin A
Medical Definition
retinol
noun
ret·i·nol
ˈret-ᵊn-ˌȯl
-ˌōl
-ˌōl
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