Nowadays, one of the most talked about topics within the beauty community is the famous skin care, which means skin care in English. As we already know, skin care is increasingly relevant, and that is why many miraculous products appear to help us on this journey. But what about retinoic acid, is it really good?
In this article, we are going to talk a little about what this new substance called retinoic acid is, what it is for, what its advantages and disadvantages are, who it is most suitable for and all the tips for using it! Are you interested and want to know more about the subject? So let’s go!
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Retinoic Acid: What is it?
Simply put, retinoic acid is a chemical substance derived from vitamin A, and can also be called Tretinoin. This substance has been studied intensively in recent years, and it has been shown to have great effects in helping to treat acne, lighten blemishes and much more.
As this substance has become quite famous in recent times, nowadays you can also find it being sold in pharmacies under the name Vitacid, Vitanol A or you can even ask for a compounded product to be developed in specialized pharmacies.
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Retinoic Acid: What is it for?
As we mentioned briefly above, retinoic acid is a substance that is being studied in detail by scientists and researchers around the world. This is due to its effectiveness in treating skin problems. We will mention some of them below:
Acne
With its properties for dermatological treatment, retinoic acid helps in the treatment of acne, proving effective in most mild cases. Furthermore, it can be used to treat acne scars, which are so common in so many people around the world.
Dark spots
Everyone has a problem with dark spots in their armpits or on some part of their body, right? Well, what if I told you that retinoic acid could also help you with this problem?
As we mentioned above, this substance can be very efficient in treating acne spots or hyperpigmentation spots. Therefore, if you are looking for a new alternative in your treatment to get rid of dark spots, retinoic acid could be your newest ally.
Wrinkles
The fountain of youth has not yet been invented, but nowadays we have many alternatives to soften and improve our relationship with our signs of aging. Retinoic acid is a great treatment for smoothing wrinkles, improving sagging skin and generally smoothing the skin.
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Retinoic Acid: how to use?
The substance is normally used in the form of a cream, which you apply before bed. Of course, depending on your problem and your dermatologist’s recommendations, this treatment may vary.
When applying, you should use a minimum amount of the cream on your face, a little on each point (forehead, cheeks and chin). After twenty minutes of application, rinse and moisturize your face. You should only use this product two or three times a week, as continuous use can cause skin irritation.
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Retinoic Acid: disadvantages
We’ve already talked a lot about the advantages of using retinoic acid, but are there any disadvantages? Of course, like any other product or medicine, the substance has its disadvantages, so you need to take some care. Let’s see the main disadvantages below:
- Skin redness
- Skin dryness
- Burning sensation
- Exfoliation of the applied area
Of course, these side effects do not occur in every patient or with any amount of product. Therefore, you need to be careful and use this product following medical recommendations, so that your experience with it is positive and satisfactory!
Retinoic acid is one of the most famous substances for treating skin problems such as acne, dark spots and wrinkles. This product can be your greatest ally, but be careful and use the substance responsibly! This way, you will be even more beautiful and happy!
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