The Retinol Sandwich
Retinol is one of the most effective and well researched skin care ingredients you can use. It’s a potent antioxidant that helps improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, dark spots, uneven tone and texture, and more. Retinol products can also cause dryness, flaking, and some irritation when you start to use it or if they are used incorrectly. The dry winter months can make skin more sensitive, dry, and dehydrated making retinol use a bit more challenging too.
Continue reading to learn expert tips on how to start using retinol & how to add it into your skincare routine seamlessly!
One tip for starting retinol or adjusting your routine in the winter is to try the retinol sandwich. Normally, retinol is applied on clean, dry skin followed by a moisturizer. The retinol sandwich buffers the retinol to help lessen possible dryness and irritation by sandwiching your retinol serum between two moisturizing products.
Simply cleanse and tone your skin and apply a moisturizer. Next, apply your Originals Retinol Serum or the Firm and Lift Serum. Finally, top that with your moisturizer or skin oil. It’s so easy!
This method works with all of the goPure moisturizers and facial oils. You may need to try a couple different combinations to see what works best for you and your skin type.
Esthetician Tip: Retinol should not be used on nights when you exfoliate. One of my favorite Retinol sandwiches uses the Retinol Moisturizer, Firm and Lift Serum, topped with the Argan Oil or Rosehip Oil. This is great for regular retinol users that get more sensitive and dry skin in the winter or people that want to bump up their routine from the Originals Retinol Serum.
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No matter which /I use, retinol or no, I always use the reship oil mixed in my palm with two squirts of moisturize either retinol, C, or the blue jar. I didn’t get enough. moisturizer before, and now = it is great. I usually use the retinol at night.Love the products.