Advanced retinol care with stabilized retinaldehyde & bakuchiol and other active ingredients.
The active ingredient retinol has proven itself for years as the "gold standard" for cosmetic anti-ageing: It helps boost cell renewal, has been proven to reduce lines and wrinkles, unclog pores, promote collagen formation and can even reduce acne. But where there is light, there is also shadow: pure, high-dose retinol can dry out and irritate the skin. Mild retinol precursors, on the other hand, are better tolerated, but often do not develop the optimal, retinol-typical anti-aging effect. The search for the best combination of tolerance and effectiveness has now come to an end: With the RETINAID system, consisting of two retinol formulas with different intensities, even sensitive skin can be optimally and permanently treated with retinol.
The INCIs of RETINAID are listed below. The composition of the FORTE version is identical, but contains twice the amount of retinaldehyde, i.e. 0.1%. Both product versions contain 0.5% bakuchiol.AQUA(water serves as a solvent and consistency enhancer), PENTYLENE GLYCOL(pentylene glycol is a solvent with moisture-binding and antimicrobial properties), PASSIFLORA EDULIS SEED OIL(passion fruit seed oil has a soothing and anti-inflammatory effect due to its high linoleic acid content), GLYCERIN(glycerin is part of the skin's own moisturising system; (Glycerine is part of the skin's own moisturising system; it strengthens the skin's barrier and promotes elasticity), HYDROGENATED ETHYLHEXYL OLIVATE (A mix of different esters obtained from olive oil with softening, skin-caring properties), HYDROGENATED OLIVE OIL UNSAPONSIFIABLES (Lipid derived from olive oil with skin care properties), SR-SPIDER POLYPEPTIDE-1(Silk proteins protect the skin by means of a breathable film), ISOSORBIDE DICAPRYLATE(Diester of isosorbide and caprylic acid; (natural skin care substance with regenerating and moisturising properties), SACCHARIDE ISOMERATE (natural cosmetic substance derived from glucose with moisture-binding properties), ORBIGNYA OLEIFERA (BABASSU) SEED OIL(babassu oil is quickly absorbed, has a slightly cooling effect, retains moisture and leaves the skin feeling soft and silky), UBIQUINONE (Also known as Q10, a co-enzyme with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties), TOCOPHERYL ACETATE (The derivative of vitamin E is an antioxidant and radical scavenger, so it protects the skin from harmful influences), C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE (Skin-friendly lipid of synthetic origin; combines skin care and antimicrobial properties), UNDARIA PINNATIFIDA (WAKAME) EXTRACT (extract of wakame algae with skin-protecting and moisture-retaining properties), PECTIN (natural cosmetic thickener), XANTHAN GUM(xanthan gum is a thickening agent derived from sugar, (Xanthan gum is a thickening agent derived from sugar that is also used in organic foods), CHONDRUS CRISPUS EXTRACT (extract of red seaweed with skin-caring properties), CYCLODEXTRIN (oligosaccharide complex used here to stabilise retinal), RUBUS CHAMAEMORUS (SEED) OIL (oil of cloudberry; (oil of cloudberry; nourishing oil with a high vitamin C content), RETINALDEHYD (also known as retinal; direct precursor of retinoic acid; stimulates collagen and elastin production), CERAMIDE NP, CERAMIDE AP, CERAMIDE EOP(ceramides are endogenous components of the skin barrier; (Ceramides are a natural component of the skin barrier; protect it against harmful environmental influences and regulate the moisture balance), PHYTOSPHINGOSINE (Belongs to the ceramide group; natural component of the skin barrier), CHOLESTEROL (Natural lipid; component of the cell mortar in the horny layer of the skin (stratum corneum)), SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE (Sodium salt obtained from vegetable oil; used as a mild emulsifier), CARBOMER(gel former with stabilising properties), TETRAHEXYLDECYL ASCORBATE (stabilised, as it is an oil-soluble form of vitamin C), BAKUCHIOL (active ingredient obtained from the Indian babchi plant, which has a similar effect to retinol), DIPOTASSIUM GLYCYRRHIZATE (extract from the liquorice root; has an anti-inflammatory and skin-soothing effect), MAGNOLIA OFFICINALIS BARK EXTRACT (extract from the bark of the magnolia tree; has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antioxidant properties and thus slows down skin ageing), SODIUM HYALURONATE(hyaluronic acid stores many times its own volume of moisture, plumps up the skin and stimulates collagen formation), ALLANTOIN(allantoin has a wound-healing, anti-inflammatory and skin-soothing effect), SODIUM CARBOXYMETHYL BETAGLUCAN(film-forming agent of plant origin), SODIUM HYDROXIDE(sodium hydroxide is a pH regulator of mineral origin).
What should I know before I start using RETINAID (FORTE)?
How exactly do I apply RETINAID (FORTE)?
Can I apply RETINAID to the eyes?
You can apply RETINAID up to the point where the bone ends - we do not recommend applying directly under the eye or on the eyelid.
At what point in my skincare routine do I apply RETINAID ?
There are several possibilities here.
How often do I have to use RETINAID at least?
Daily application of RETINAID is not necessary. However, you should apply RETINAID at least twice a week.
I previously used 1 per cent retinol - do I now use RETINAID or RETINAID FORTE ?
When using 1 percent retinol (which is equivalent to 0.1 percent active acting retinoic acid), 0.1 percent retinaldehyde is a good way to proceed. This is found in RETINAID FORTE . Nevertheless, with a retinol product it also always depends on the compatibility of the overall formulation, i.e. you can also wonderfully start with the weaker version RETINAID with 0.05 percent retinaldehyde and then switch to RETINAID FORTE .
Can I also use RETINAID for rosacea?
Basically, RETINAID is well tolerated. However, as rosacea can have a very individual expression, we always recommend a slow approach and acclimatisation with observation for tolerance. In the meantime, you should reduce other active substances.
RETINAID or RETINAID FORTE ?
We recommend all retinol newbies to start with RETINAID and to switch to the FORTE version from the second bottle on. Those who are already used to retinol products or have robust, insensitive skin can also start directly with RETINAID FORTE . As a general rule, retinol (or the retinaldehyde contained in RETINAID ) takes a few months to take effect. Therefore, RETINAID is intended for long-term or even continuous use. A period of several weeks of habituation, during which the skin may be somewhat taut or slightly red, is also normal and no cause for concern. In the detailed package insert you will find useful tips for a gentle acclimatisation.
Behind the skin-improving effect of retinol products is retinoic acid (also known as vitamin A acid or tretinoin), which is the only active form of retinol. Pure retinoic acid is not only highly effective, but also very irritating to the skin. Therefore only precursors (retinol) or even precursors (retinol derivatives) are used in over-the-counter skin care. These are first converted into retinoic acid in the skin and are therefore significantly less irritating - but also less effective. For the optimal combination of tolerability and efficacy, the order in which the conversion takes place is decisive:
1. retinol derivatives(e.g. retinyl palmitate)⇓2. retinol⇓3. retinaldehyde⇓4. retinoicacid
Retinaldehyde therefore has a decisive advantage over conventional retinol or its precursors: it is converted directly and virtually loss-free in the skin into highly effective retinoic acid. Therefore, a comparatively low, well-tolerated dosage is sufficient to achieve relevant results.Another special feature of RETINAID: The form of retinaldehyde used here is additionally stabilised by a special embedding in oligosaccharides. This eliminates another disadvantage of conventional retinol: its high sensitivity to light and oxygen. Therefore, RETINAID can even be used during the day (which leads to extensive loss of effect with conventional retinol products).
Extracted from the seeds and leaves of the Indian babchi plant, this active ingredient is also known as the "best alternative to retinol". Not without reason: although chemically unrelated to retinol, bakuchiol works in an almost identical way - but without stressing the skin.But bakuchiol is more than a mild, herbal retinol alternative: studies also show that bakuchiol actually enhances the effect of retinoic acid, but not its irritant potential. In addition, bakuchiol improves the stability of retinaldehyde through its antioxidant properties - all in all, a perfect active ingredient partner!
The extract of the wakame algae (Undaria pinnatifida) used in RETINAID is known as a true elastin and collagen booster. It contains important minerals and essential amino acids and is also rich in the so-called wakame esters. These esters activate a total of 14 different genes involved in the synthesis of the three main components of the extracellular matrix (intercellular spaces): Collagen, Elastin and Hyaluronic Acid.
RETINAID (FORTE) contains a mix of skin-identical ceramides, which are structured similarly to the lipid barrier in the stratum corneum due to their multilamellar membrane system. This mix restores the barrier function of the skin and thus strengthens its own protection. The vegan, functional silk polypeptides used in RETINAID (FORTE) form a breathable, protective film on the skin and thus support the barrier-protecting properties of the formulation from the outside.
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