Retinol for face skin

It is no accident that a number of vital substances have called scientists “vitamins” - from the Latin word “life”. Indeed, the lack of this or that vitamin can worsen the quality of human life, cause disease.

The first vitamin - Vitamin A (or Retinol) - was opened by scientists in 1913. And already in 1947, biologists learned to synthesize this substance and use it to improve human health.

Retinol is a fat -soluble vitamin that some animal products are rich in. From plant foods, you can also get vitamin A, where it is contained in the form of carotenoids-substances from which our body synthesizes vitamin A. Science describes more than 50 types of carotenoids, the most famous of which β-carotene contained in carrots.

Retinol is called Vitamin A. Non -containing impurities, which have similar to retinol properties, are called retinoids.

Retinol for the skin: the benefits of retinol for the body

1. Improves and restores vision. Carotinoids (Luthein and Zeasentin) prevent the development of cataracts and reduces the risk of blindness.
2. Vitamin is necessary for the proper operation of the immune system.
3. Restoration and nutrition of epithelial tissue. Retinol is used to treat skin diseases (acne, psoriasis, acne). It accelerates the regeneration of the skin after burns, cuts, frostbite.
4. Retinol has antioxidant properties. Therefore, experts recommend taking it as a prevention of oncological diseases.
5. It has a healing effect on the circulatory system and heart. Vitamin is very useful for patients with angina pectoris.
6. Prevents the accumulation of low density cholesterol in the body, which causes atherosclerosis.

The source of vitamin A is fish oil, liver, butter, cottage cheese and egg yolks. Also, all vegetables and fruits of green and yellow contain carotenoids. Nevertheless, scientists argue that even proper nutrition cannot help replenish the deficiency of vitamin A in the body. Therefore, it is necessary to periodically drink vitamin complexes with its content.

On average, a person needs to receive 3300 meals per day. And if diseases associated with its deficiency are detected, then the dose increases to 10,000 IU. The body's need for vitamin A varies in different seasons of the year. So, for example, in the cold time of retinol, it is necessary much less than in hot (especially with regular stay in the sun). If you have undergone a radiographic study, you should also replenish the balance of vitamin A.

Retinol for the skin: signs of retinol deficiency

1. Dryness and early aging of the skin, the appearance of wrinkles, acne and seborrheic dermatitis.
2. Increasing pain sensitivity.
3. Dandruff and dry hair.
4. Sensitive tooth enamel.
5. Gastritis and intestinal infections.
6. The redness of the eyelids, the feeling of "sand" in the eyes, dry mucous membranes of the eye.
7. Poor vision in insufficient lighting (the so -called "chicken blindness").
8. Frequent respiratory infections.
9. Anemia.
10. Exclamation of the body.

Retinol effect on the skin

The healing properties of vitamin A have been known for a long time, so retinol acetate was used as part of medications for the treatment of the skin. However, the latest medical studies have proven that retinol is extremely useful for rejuvenating human skin. Moreover, it is important to take it not only in the composition of food, but also to use in the composition of creams and lotions for the skin.

Due to the small molecular mass of the substance, retinol can easily penetrate even into the deep layers of the epidermis through the cornea and sebaceous glands. When a sufficient concentration of retinoids is created in the skin, cell division is stimulated, the collagen fibers and the intercellular matrix are strengthened. Retinol also regulates the processes of pigmentation and keratinization of epidermal cells. It is noted that regardless of the age of the woman and the condition of her skin, new cells are formed without pathologies and deformations, small wrinkles are smoothed, and skin elasticity increases.

Using retinol for young skin (recommended as part of home masks):

• acne treatment and acne;
• redness is reduced;
• the relief of the skin is aligned;
• the skin is moistened.

The use of retinol for mature skin (in the form of anti -aging creams and homemade masks):

• mercharosis is eliminated;
• pigment spots are less noticeable;
• the skin is rejuvenated;
• elasticity increases;
• dryness manifestations disappear.

Retinol for the face: complications and contraindications

After using cosmetics with retinol (retinoic cosmetics), redness of the skin, peeling and increasing sensitivity to the effects of UV rays are possible. Such a reaction to retinol does not occur after the first use, but only after the accumulation of a substance in the body. Due to the fact that retinol actively affects metabolic processes in skin tissues, a serious allergic reaction may occur.

The use of such cosmetics is prohibited during the techniques of some drugs, so if you are undergoing any course of treatment, then before buying a retino cream, consult your doctor.

Refuse the use of vitamin A, if your skin has festering or highly inflamed wounds. Diseases of the circulatory system is also a serious contraindication.

As for the period of pregnancy, taking drugs containing vitamin A is strictly prohibited. The fact is that retinol is able to cause defects in the development of the fetus. And although the concentration of retinoids in cosmetics is insignificant, you should not risk the health of the future baby.

Creamy creams with retinol for the face

A lot of anti -aging creams and serums for mature skin containing retinol are displayed on the market. ROC, Gigi, Vichy, Avene and many others have already presented their retinoic products. The composition of the creams is supplemented by various components that enhance the effect of retinol, change its dosage - the search for the perfect composition is still carried out by cosmetic companies.

If you want to improve the condition of your worthy skin with such cosmetics, give preference to companies that confirm the quality of your goods with laboratory research.

When choosing retinoic cosmetics, pay attention to the concentration of retinol in the product. The higher the content of retinol in the cream, the more pronounced the effect it has. For sensitive skin, there are special series of retinol creams, having a low concentration of a substance and containing soothing components.

On the forums you can find many reviews of women who have tried various creams with retinol. If you generalize their opinion, then we can say that only an allergic reaction to retinol can become a problem. But if the skin took retinol, then wrinkles will be eliminated.

The cream can be effective for your skin or not effective not only because it contains retinol. It is important to understand what substances the complex is supplemented and how active it is as a whole.

• vitamins C and E as part of retinoic cosmetics give additional nutrition of stitching skin;
• fruit acid enhances the anti -aging effect;
• SPF factor protects against the negative effects of ultraviolet radiation;
• panthenol heals microtrauma;
• glycerin or hyaluronic acid actively moisturize the skin;
• natural oils stimulate active metabolic processes in the epidermis cells.

The use of anti -aging cream with retinol for the face: Precautions

Retinol actively stimulates skin cells. However, if an overdose of the drug occurs, then the so -called exhaustion syndrome occurs, in which cell division stops sharply and the skin begins to grow old very quickly. In order not to get the opposite effect of retinol, use it correctly.

1. You can start using anti -aging retinoic cosmetics only after 40 years. The younger skin from saturation with such drugs will begin to fade faster.
2. Between the courses of use of retinol (45-60 days), it is necessary to take breaks of 2-3 months to avoid excessive accumulation of the substance.
3. With the first applications, the skin can negatively respond to the effects of retinoic cosmetics. If redness, peeling or tingling occurs, then the product should be used not daily, but every other day. Adaptation of the skin to a new drug occurs within two weeks, then negative manifestations cease. If addiction does not occur, then go to the cream with a lower concentration of retinol.
4. If you are located on all kinds of allergies, then before using a cream with retinol, you should consult a doctor.
5. Apply drugs with retinol once a day, better in the evening. Since it is at night that the process of renewal of skin cells occurs.
6. Apply the cream to the entire surface of the face and especially to wrinkles.  If you have sensitive skin, avoid the cream from the area around the eyes so that there are no unpleasant sensations.
7. For the skin around the eyes, special creams with retinol are used.
8. Under the influence of retinol, the skin actively produces sebum to protect against dryness. Therefore, in parallel with Retinoev, use a cream for deep moisturizing the skin to avoid excessive oily skin.
9. Take care of cosmetics with retinol from the effects of light rays so that the substance does not oxidize.
10. It is better to start using a retinol cream in autumn or winter, when the skin is less susceptible to stress from the effects of solar radiation.

In what form is retinol for the skin

If you want to make masks and creams with retinol yourself, then the substance can be bought at any pharmacy. The drug of vitamin A in pharmacology is called "Retinol Acetate."

1. The retinol solution is intended for orally or external use. Dose dosage: Oil solution of Acetate retinol 3.44% and 8.60%. It is almost ideal for cosmetic use.
2. Capsules with an oil solution of vitamin A. In order to extract the product, you will need to pierce the capsule and squeeze it. This is not the most convenient way, but you can use it.
3. Vitamin A in ampoules. In medicine, it is intended for injection, in home, ampoules are very convenient in preparing various masks.

If contraindications do not allow you to use retinol for the skin, you can find an alternative in the form of masks with products containing vitamin A to such products:

• viburnum, sea buckthorn;
• egg yolks;
• seaweed;
• fish oil;
• apricots;
• carrots and pumpkin;
• cream, sour cream and cottage cheese;
• parsley and spinach.

Retinol is rich in oils of wheat, rosehip and sea buckthorn. Therefore, if you have a negative reaction to retinoic cosmetics, use oils. With regular use of masks with vitamin -containing products, the skin will be saturated to it to a fairly rejuvenate and rejuvenate.

Preparing homemade face masks with retinol

At home, you can cope with any rashes and acne with masks with vitamin A. Retinol will help relieve inflammation, reduce skin fatty, eliminate bacteria and accelerate the healing of the wounds.

1. It is not recommended to apply unnecessary retinol to the skin.
2. Before using retinol in masks, conduct a test to an allergic reaction. To do this, apply an oil solution of vitamin A to the wrist. If irritation does not appear within 15 minutes, then you can safely apply a mask with retinol on the face.
3. Do not overheat drugs with retinol so as not to destroy its molecular structure.
4. If you prepare a mask with retinol, then it must be dissolved in oils. Vitama A refers to a group of fat -soluble, so it interacts little with water.
5. Do not use retinol for the skin of the face simultaneously with acids: fruit, milk and lemon juice.
6. To enhance the effect, drugs with retinol can be used along with vitamins B, C, E.
7. Before applying the mask, make a steam bath to expand pores. It is good to use a decoction of herbs.
8. Clean the skin with a scrub to prepare it for the effects of useful components.
9. To improve the penetration of the drug into the skin layers, do a light massage while applying a mask, but try not to stretch the skin.
10. The exposure time of the mask is 15-30 minutes. Depending on the type of your skin.
11. The mask is washed off with warm water or a decoction of herbs.
12. After the mask, you need to apply your usual nutrient cream.
13. Masks should be repeated no more than 1 time per week.
14. The course consists of 12 procedures. Then you must take a break for several months.

Facial recipes for home masks with retinol

1. To 1 tbsp. Facial creams add 10 drops of oil vitamin A and 1 tsp. Aloe juice.
2. Take 1 tbsp olive oil and mix with the contents of 1 ampoule of retinol.
3. Mix 1 tbsp. Cottage cheese and sour cream, add 1 retinol ampoule.
4. Mix honey, almond and burdock oils of 1 tbsp. Add 1 tsp. Retinol.
5. Mix freshly squeezed carrot juice with oatmeal chopped in a blender. The consistency of sour cream should be obtained.
6. Take the pulp of apricot and avocado in equal quantities and rub it to the state of gruel. Add a couple of drops of olive oil.
7. Mix the juice of the berries of sea buckthorn (1 tbsp) with the yolk of the egg.

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