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5 Beginner Friendly Retinoids to Try

If you've been considering embarking on the retinoid journey, here are some excellent ones to try. While there's a wide array of effective retinoids in the market, individual skin reactions can vary. The products I listed below have received positive feedback and produced similar results, particularly for beginners. I've personally tested three of them in the past and can wholeheartedly recommend them. Though I've already switched to Tretinoin, I'm sharing this list with you for reference and I hope it helps you decide.

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Retinal For All Renewing Serum

Peach & Lily's claim is "Zero Irritation," and they fulfilled it along with outstanding results!

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Dry/Resilient

Do you struggle with easily sensitized skin, but need a retinoid that works for you?! 👀 look no further! @peachandlily’s 100% worry free, clinically tested formula is formulated for the most sensitive skin, without comprising on potency, providing noticeable results in only four weeks 🫶🏻 ✨ Benefits: improves + prevents signs of aging, visibly restores firmness, improves texture + brightens skin for a more even complexion - all without damaging the skin barrier 😉 🧪 0.1% Retinal (retinaldehyde) works up to 11 times faster than retinol - with a higher exfoliation rate, it yields more even toned, smooth skin! 💧 0.3% Ectoin (serves as a skin emollient) highly reduces irritation often caused by retinoids 🌿 Heartleaf Extract intensely soothes skin + improves any signs of redness 💦 Hyaluronic Acid + Ceramide Complex increase hydration + help maintain a healthy skin barrier, often compromised with retinoids As always, @peachandlily is vegan + cruelty free, always formulated with clean ingredients with sustainable packaging 🫶🏻

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Vita A Cream

An ideal retinal for beginners, its low dosage makes it easier to adapt to. But don't underestimate its potency in improving your skin texture and fine lines!

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GL23


Dry/Resilient

my favorite retinal product! Product Information: * Night Treatment Cream * Ingredients: Retinal (0.05%), Glycerin, Squalane, Safflower seed oil, shea butter, Ceramide Np, Polyglutamic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid * 20g * it is recommended to use only a small amount at the last step of your routine (i used it right after cleansing and switched to before moisturizer if i use one) Retinal is a stronger form of the retinoids and a direct precursor of retinoic acid (-> directly converted to active Vitamin-A by the skin (11 times faster than retinol) Its a great more gentle alternative to retinoic acid with fewer side effects! Impressions: * time of use (~4 months) / started with 2 times a week and i am currently using it 5 times a week * It has a really moisturizing formula ! I literally dont need a night cream when using it ! I didn't experience any dryness, purging or any other side effects of Retinoids * direct effect: my skin is very soft and smooth the next morning * long term effects: I started seeing results around 3 months after opening (note i started really slow , so you might see faster results when using more often) : Skin texture , skin smoothness, skin thickness (especially under the eyes), i dont have many breakouts so i cant really comment on that but so far i didnt notice any difference in that aspect * it retails for 50USD ( i personally think thats a reasonable price, i still have half the bottle left with regular use, it served me really well and i didnt experience any side effects Recommendation/Repurchase?: I did already buy the stronger cream ( Vitalift- A Forte (0.1% retinal)-64 USD) because i just love this product ! i see effects, i didnt experience purging or other side effects of Retinoids and i love the moisturizing formula! I would definitely recommend it , but it might be more fitted for normal to dry skin! i also believe the price is reasonable considering that this cream is estimated to be used for 5-6months ( 10 dollars per month) I am also very glad that its finally available at Oliveyoung , because it was pretty hard to get before :)

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Vitamin A-mazing Bakuchiol Night Cream

A fantastic duo of retinal and bakuchiol, combined with soothing and hydrating ingredients. Truly AMAZING!

Vitamin A-mazing Bakuchiol Night Cream product review
Vitamin A-mazing Bakuchiol Night Cream product review
Vitamin A-mazing Bakuchiol Night Cream product review
Vitamin A-mazing Bakuchiol Night Cream product review
Vitamin A-mazing Bakuchiol Night Cream product review
Vitamin A-mazing Bakuchiol Night Cream product review
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Oily/Resilient

This is @wishtrend @wishtrendstory's newest product which was sent to me via their affiliate seeding event! Was so happy to be able to use this as I am curious with bakuchiol and retinal. It comes in an 30ml airless pump (which I think is fitting), the overall design is really cute! I use 1 and half a pump for my whole face every night. It also contains a lot of other skin-loving ingredients like niacinamide, macadamia seed oil, beta glucan, centella asiatica, Ceramide NP + other plant extracts. I already expected not to get irritation from this due to the fact that I'm not a newbie to retinoids - adapalene has always been my go-to mainly for acne. I stopped first since I started this product from wishtrend. I've been liking it so far - though the results you see aren't solely from this product alone. I also use other products with mild brightening ingredients alongside it. Overall, I think it's a pretty solid night cream and would be great for beginners who are still afraid to try out retinol/retinoids. Though let's just put it out here that I'm skeptical with bakuchiol as "an alternative to retinol", since there is still a whole lot of mixed data on that. However, I like fact that it can be used alongside retinol. I really don't expect drastic results from this product aside from immediate hydration, improved skin firmness, and serves as a lightweight moisturizer as well.

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Retinol Cica Repair Ampoule

It is by far the most recommended by retinol users for beginners! 👌🏼

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|Review|Innisfree Retinol Cica Repair Ampoule🌱 This Ampoule is an amazing addition in my stash i won this in a giveaway few weeks ago and today i will review this product ,it is a 2023 renewal version of retinol cica repair ampoule and its now vegan certified product. Key ingredients🍃: 🍀Retinol (500Iu/​G)  🍀Jeju Cica Liposomlogy 🌳Texture:Gel cream watery texture 🌿Fragrance:Not detected 🪴Packaging :Green box and glass pump bottle,very handy and fyi they used Recyclable materials like soy oil ink and fsc printing paper. 🍀My Experiece Why i liked it 🌱 🌱i love the formulation so balanced..its worked  perfectly for my skin,it improved my skin elasticity it proved its  worth strenghthen my skin barrier ..every morning skin felt more good ,moisturised ,glowing and soft.. 🌱i love the pair of retinol + cica..the product contain cica liposomlogy  technology a complex of ceramide np ,Panthenol centella asiatica..extremely soothing and calming experience i got with them..other ingredients i.e hyaluronic acid,Madecassoside acid ,asiaticoside acid,niacinamide, Betaglucan ,Green tree and niacinamide are present to soothe ,bright  and moisturise my skin. 🌱its non irritants  products  and with balance concenteration  of retinol 500IU/g its a safe retinol product for my  skin and yes its all about formulation..please keep in mind that i have combination skin which gets oily during summer and  if this product is suitable  to me may not suitable for your skin so always do patch test. 🌱The ampoule fights spots and blemishes and evens skin tone,this  formula is so helpful for troubled irritated skin ,reduce bleackheads,redness from skin,best for acne prone skin ,seven skin irritation result done result 0.00 ✅ How to  Use: Use sandwich method:light moisturiser +retinol+moisturiser.Avoid other green tea or centella products with retinol(directed by brand) Apply spf in the morning. My Rating 1000/10 🍀HIGHLY RECOMMENDED  ✅Availability:@yesstyle (RewardCode:RMVP0004)@stylevana_sv @stylekorean_global @oliveyoung_global @pureseouluk @beautynetkorea .In Pakistan @skinmaskuerade may available at @koreanhomee #gifted by @innisfreeofficial #innisfree #daveganpicksbymisha #reels

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Retinol Intense Reactivating Serum

Effectiveness: INTENSE Harshness: WEAK Don't be nervous. Go ahead and try it! 💜

Retinol Intense Reactivating Serum product review
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⚡️This serum has a viscous, slightly yellow toned texture. Despite this, it absorbs quickly. ⚡️ It has a mild, floral scent which was unexpectedly nice ⚡️ It comes in a unique, rectangular-shaped bottle ⚡️ So far, most times I use it, it gives me 3 drops max in one go after squeezing the dropper, so I have to get more. Not sure if that’s just how much the dropper can hold or I’m not squeezing enough

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Great topic, like it!
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Blushforbreakfast

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Thank you! 😍
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YuWy

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Great list!
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Bellissimo sicuramente ottimo 😍😍😍
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