Tretinoin (also known as all-trans retinoic acid, a form of retinoid)

Is a form of vitamin A and part of the retinoid family

Effective in treating acne and slowing down sebum production

Effective anti-aging ingredient for firmer, tighter skin and reduced wrinkles

Must be slowly incorporated into daily life to prevent irritation

Who can use it?

All skin types except sensitive and dry skin. Always use the ingredient as directed to avoid unwanted skin reactions.

What is Retinoic Acid?

Retinoic Acid is a potent form of vitamin A and the gold standard in anti-aging technology. This makes it one of the forms of retinoids that deliver 100% results. With its many benefits, your skin will see significant improvements in fine lines and wrinkles, and a firmer, smoother complexion. It is also an effective acne treatment that reduces sebum production and boosts the skin cell renewal process, giving you younger, brighter, and clearer skin. Retinoic Acid takes time to introduce, as all retinoids can cause severe skin irritation if not used correctly. If you have any concerns, you should consult a dermatologist or physician for further advice on how to effectively use this powerful ingredient.

Side Effects of Retinoic Acid

Burning, rash, itching, redness, and flaky patches of skin are common side effects when you first incorporate tretinoin into your daily routine. You will notice these symptoms decrease as your skin develops tolerance to the ingredient.

Scientific Evidence

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, March 1, 2016, A Comparative Study of the Effects of Retinol and Retinoic Acid on Histological, Molecular, and Clinical Characteristics of Human Skin

Archives of dermatology., 1995 Sep;131(9):1037-44., Two concentrations of topical tretinoin (retinoic acid) produced similar improvements in photoaging but with different levels of irritation. A double-blind, vehicle-controlled comparison of 0.1% and 0.025% tretinoin cream.

The Lancet (London, England), 1993 May 8;341(8854):1181-2., Topical use of tretinoin in early pregnancy and congenital disorders.

Leslie Baumann, MD, Cosmetic Dermatology, 2nd ed., Retinoids, Chapter 30 – pp. 256-262