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uwiiii
Oily/Sensitive
use sandwich methode using retinol between two moisturizer, the step like this :
cleansing - hidrating toner - hidrating serum or calming serum - moisturizer - retinol - moisturizer
i use this step when first try retinol and this step is helping a lot because my skin is sensitif
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thriftyyladyy
Dry/Resilient
ooo this is helpful! I’ve never tried retinol out of fear that my sensitive skin won’t be able to handle it but this layering method looks promising!
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SkinLyn
Oily/Sensitive
Do not mix retinols with acids, vitamin C serums.
Use the product only on dry skin to avoid irritation. Moisturiser is applied 20 min after retinols to maximize its effectivity.
Wear sunblock since retinols make the skin more succeptible to UV damage.
Have a basic moisturiser with little to no actives at hand when you feel that it has irritated your skin.
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Practiceforskin
Dry/Resilient
I think an underrated way to minimize irritation, is to use it as a wash off mask. I leave it on for about an hour or two before washing it of, my skin is still glowy, with a lot less irritation!
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thriftyyladyy
Dry/Resilient
very smart idea! especially when you’re just getting started with using it
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Bazz
Dry/Resilient
I don’t use Vit C or exfolliants when I use retinol at night. I find it dries my skin. However if the retinol is formulated with them, it is fine.
Consistency is also key. It takes up to 3 months before you see results, so just hang on there.
If you do find irritation, you can use the moisture sandwhich method or pull back to use every other day, until your skin is ok then go back to use everyday.
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chino
Dry/Resilient
when I started to use retinol in my skincare routine I gradually started building it up. once a week then building it up as retinol can be harsh x
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