{"title":"Retinol \u0026 Retinal","description":"\u003cp\u003eBoth are vitamin A, and both end up as retinoic acid in the skin — the difference is how many steps it takes to get there. Retinol needs two conversions. Retinal needs one, which makes it roughly eleven times faster and, predictably, more likely to irritate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeginners should start with retinol. If your skin already handles actives comfortably, retinal gets you there sooner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEither way the rules are the same, and ignoring them is why most people give up: one or two nights a week to begin, on dry skin, never on the same night as an \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exfoliating-texture\"\u003eacid\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sunscreens\"\u003esunscreen\u003c\/a\u003e every morning without exception. Some flaking in the first fortnight is normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWant the longer version? Read \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/retinol-vs-retinal-whats-the-difference-and-which-one-should-you-use\"\u003eRetinol vs retinal: which one should you use?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"celimax-the-vita-a-retinol-shot-tightening-serum-with-pure-vitamin-a-retinol-peptide-pore-minimizer-wrinkles-fine-lines-firmer-skin-anti-aging-skin-smoothing-30ml","title":"Celimax Retinol Shot Tightening Serum 30ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eA night-time retinol serum that smooths the look of fine lines, wrinkles, and enlarged pores over time. It pairs pure retinol — the proper active form, not a watered-down derivative — with a blend of nine peptides that help keep skin looking firm and even.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf your skin is sensitive, patch test first. Use only at night: apply a small amount to clean skin, avoid the eye area, and always wear sunscreen the next day, since retinol makes skin more sun-sensitive. Start a few nights a week and build up slowly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn anti-aging retinol serum for night use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse at night only. After cleansing and toning, apply a small amount to clean skin, avoiding the eye area, then follow with your moisturiser.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew to retinol or retinal: every other night for the first two weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce your skin has adjusted: every evening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf irritation appears, use less, use it less often, and follow with a soothing moisturiser.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe next morning, finish your routine with sunscreen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho it suits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll skin types, including dry skin, showing fine lines, wrinkles, pores that look enlarged or a loss of firmness. A slight tingle during use is normal with this formula. If your skin is sensitive, patch test before using it on your face. 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