6 retinol oils we can’t get enough of
The new breed of retinol skin care has arrived!
No anti-ageing skin care ingredient has garnered cult-like status like retinol has. It's one of the most celebrated ingredients, for good reason: retinol increases skin cell turnover, giving it exfoliating and collagen-producing powers that are known to diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and make skin look smoother and plumper with regular use. And that's not all. Retinol can also treat acne as it unclogs pores, prevents breakouts and gently removes dead skin.
The newest form of retinol that’s changing the beauty game is retinol oil. This hybrid form combines the skin-buffing effects of retinol with the nourishing properties of a face oil, and is perfect for those who find retinol on its own quite drying or harsh on skin.
When it comes to introducing retinol oil into your skin care routine, the same rules of using retinol apply here: use a low dose to begin with so your skin can get used to the ingredient; use it sporadically (this means once every few days, then increasing usage to daily); only use it at night as it can increase sensitivity in skin; and apply it before your night cream. Easy.
These are the best retinol oils out right now:
Another way to nab plump skin is with hydration-boosting products: here are the best new ones on the market.
Have you tried any of these products before? What did you think? Tell us in the comments below.
Main image credit: @salmahayek
Iantha is BEAUTYcrew's Beauty Editor, and has been part of the team since the site launched in 2016. Besides pinky-nude nail polish and wispy false lashes, she has a healthy obsession with face masks and skin care ingredients. Her previous work can be found in Virgin Australia Voyeur, Women's Health, and SHOP Til You Drop.
