MONDAY 19 AUGUST 2019BE A SMOOTHIE
Retinol is the anti-ageing ingredient that could improve your daily
skincare routine. Sarah Young discovers its secrets
Retinol is the talk of the skincare world at the moment (iStock)
The beauty industry is awash with creams, gels and serums that claim to turn back the clock on your skin.
And, with a confusing list of fancy buzzwords to contend with – think anti-wrinkle, de-creasing, radiance
and plumping – the anti-ageing category can be a minefield.
So, if your current skincare concerns include fine lines, wrinkles and enlarged pores, what exactly should
you be looking for? According to skincare experts, dermatologists and beauty editors everywhere, there’s
only one super ingredient that really delivers in this arena – retinol.
Dermatologists and beauty editors have been raving about retinoids (the umbrella term for retinol products)