Skin Pharmacy Retinol Skin Repair Day Moisturiser

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Niacinamide (vitamin B3) : Niacinamide increases ceramide and free fatty acids in the skin, which are key components of its protective lipid barrier. Along with keeping in moisture and boosting hydration, it also brightens skin, calms redness and increases tolerance to topical retinoids. An ingredient that offers dual action repair is the best way to describe this tried-and-true complexion perfector. Since vitamin A is an antioxidant, retinoids boast the ability to neutralise free radicals (compounds created by environmental stressors like pollution, smoke, and UV) before they damage the body’s cells, resulting in visible signs of skin ageing – think sagging, wrinkles, dullness, hyperpigmentation and more. Flower Acids : Obtained from tropical flowers, these acids have similar properties to alpha hydroxy acids without the irritation. Come morning a broad-spectrum SPF is a must. “It not only protects us from skin cancer and sun damage, but since retinoids promote cell turnover the skin can become more sensitive to the sun and more prone to burning,” explains Metwally.

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Alumier MD's Retinol Resurfacing Serum 1.0 is a pure potent retinol serum that dramatically improves the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, blemishes, and skin texture, while evening skin tone. Cutting-edge microencapsulated retinol allows for gradual timed release overnight. By encapsulating the retinol and adding soothing and hydrating ingredients like niacinamide, honey, and sodium hyaluronate, maximal results can be achieved in comfort. Specially formulated with other ingredients in the formula to be a highly potent cofactor for collagen synthesis. This stabilized, bio-available form of Vitamin C retains all other benefits of the ingredient, including antioxidant activity against environmental stresses, brightening, and protection from photoaging. Osilift, a natural sugar from purified oat extracts, aims to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by working to tighten and lift the skin. Not only that, but retinoids also flood the skin with retinoic acid. “Prescription retinoids like tretinoin are concentrated forms of active retinoic acid, while over the counter topical retinol converts into retinoic acid within the skin once applied. This makes prescription grade retinols more potent than retinol, but with people often finding retinol more tolerable and comfortable to use, this is no bad thing,” explains Metwally.Gold complexed into a colloidal form that is biologically usable by the body and participates incollagen synthesis. An Extremozyme® joining this ingredient class pioneered by iS Clinical. Found in several plants thriving in high-salt environments, including the Dead Sea, salty deserts, and marine environments. Shields DNA from environmental stresses. Licorice Root Extract : Licorice is an antioxidant that brightens the skin and lightens the appearance of hyperpigmentation. An ingredient from the Psoralea Corylifolia (babchi) plant, used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine to help the appearance of aging skin. It is even more powerful when combined with Retinol, as it shares the benefits but with higher skin tolerability.

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Microencapsulated Retinol (1.0%) : A vitamin A derivative and antioxidant that reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and improves texture and tone by strengthening skin, improving elasticity and increasing skin turnover. Retinol also targets blemish-prone skin by unclogging pores and enhances skin tone by reducing the appearance of hyperpigmentation. Encapsulated retinol allows for a slow release into the skin overnight minimizing side effects, so you can enjoy all the benefits of retinol with little to no irritation! If you have dry, dehydrated, or sensitive skin, then it's advisable to start with a 0.3% concentration. This can gradually be increased as tolerated - on average around every 3 months till you reach the optimum dose - which will likely be about 1%. Normal skin types can start with 0.5 % and work up to around 1.5%. While those with an oilier more resilient skin type can usually start with a 1% concentration and settle on 1.5% or 2%. Microencapsulated Retinol (0.2%) : A vitamin A derivative and antioxidant that reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and improves texture and tone by strengthening skin, improving elasticity and increasing skin turnover. Retinol also targets blemish-prone skin by unclogging pores and enhances skin tone by reducing the appearance of hyperpigmentation. Encapsulated retinol allows for a slow release into the skin overnight, which minimizes side effects so you can enjoy all the benefits of retinol with little to no irritation!

Hyaluronic Acid, works to firm and deeply moisturise the skin by penetrating further into the epidermis of the skin A mushroom used as an anti-aging ingredient in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for thousands of years. It is well-known for its ability to reduce the appearance of aging skin and boost collagen synthesis.