Skincare Science
Ingredient Guide: Retinol (Vitamin A)
Primary Function
Anti-Aging & Cellular Turnovers
Best Suited For:
DullAcne-ProneCombination
What is Retinol (Vitamin A)?
Retinol is a gold-standard anti-aging ingredient that speeds up skin cell turnover, bringing fresh new cells to the surface and boosting collagen production.
How It Works Under the Skin
It communicates with skin cells to normalize their behavior and accelerate renewal, resulting in smoother texture, fewer wrinkles, and reduced breakouts.
Editor's K-Beauty Formulation Tip
K-Beauty favors 'Micro-dosing Retinol' (very low concentrations paired with soothing cica or ceramides) to prevent the peeling and redness common in Western retinols.
Top Rated Products Featuring Retinol
Browse K-beauty formulas that contain active quantities of Retinol.