Retinol for Skin - useful properties

Retinol - otherwise called vitamin A, is useful not only for vision, as was previously thought, but also for the skin. About this miraculous property of retinol, scientists learned recently.

Retinol - fat-soluble vitamin, which is found in the largest amount in animal products. Most of all retinol in the liver and fish oil, which the kids do not like. Now retinol is no longer taken with spoons of fat, but is drunk in capsules, which are perfectly tolerated even by babies.

Retinol for the skin was first used as a cure for acne (acne). With the use of retinol, the skin became more healthy and the rash was significantly reduced. After prolonged use of retinol, scientists found that it slows down the aging process - the skin changes much more slowly. This fact was adopted by cosmetic companies, which began to use retinol almost everywhere. The most common forms are retinolic acid and retinol palmitate. Especially a lot of them in dandruff shampoos, masks and creams for face skin.

Retinol for the face is useful in that penetrating the layers of the epidermis, it activates such natural components as collagen and elastin, which are responsible for the appearance of the skin. Due to this effect, the skin becomes elastic and elastic.

In addition, retinol blocks the effects of metalloproteinases, which destroy collagen and elastin. Thus, thanks to retinol, wrinkles are smoothed. In order to notice the action of retinol, it is necessary to apply it for three months.

Retinol for skin is also necessary for its regeneration. If the skin has microcracks, burns, then retinol helps at the local level to activate the defenses of the body. Thanks to retinol used on the wound site, the skin is less exposed to rotting processes.

Despite its positive qualities, retinol for the skin can also have an adverse effect. In some people, it can cause excessive dryness of the skin, peeling and irritation, but this is more associated with individual intolerance. Such phenomena are removed very quickly by the use of a moisturizer.

An indirect side effect from the use of retinol is considered excessive susceptibility to sunlight. Young cells that were formed are more susceptible to ultraviolet radiation than older cells. Therefore, before you go to sunbathe, you need to take sunscreen.

We should also mention the use of retinol in cosmetology. Of course, in reasonable quantities to apply creams with retinol not only it is possible, but also it is necessary. To do this, before buying any cosmetics, you need to carefully read the composition on the package and conduct a test on the elbow. If there are no burns or signs of irritation on the skin, the remedy is suitable and can be used. Usually in perfumery means other than retinol include other components that improve its effect. So, in the composition of many creams include tea tree extract, soy, citrus extract. These creams not only have a beneficial effect on the skin, but also have a pleasant smell.

Retinol for the skin unfortunately can not be prolonged action. After six months, its effect is noticeably weakened, so it is necessary to prolong the use of retinol. In order to get the maximum effect from retinol, you need to know some features of its use:

1. Retinol breaks up in the light, so the drugs with retinol should be packed in dark containers;
2. Retinol does not tolerate an alien "neighborhood" - do not use other means, and then retinol, there will be no benefit from it;
3. In some cases, the skin may deteriorate - the use must continue, increasing the concentration daily;
4. It is best to use creams with retinol for the night.

Using these simple tips you can significantly improve the condition of your skin thanks to retinol.