my doctor told me to use tretinoin every night + BP and clindamycin every morning and it made my acne worse for months! as soon as i started using tretinoin less frequently, my skin started to clear up. thank you for emphasizing the importance of maintaining a healthy moisture barrier.
Dear Bekah, Your way of expressing is so eloquent and elegant. I have seen retinol themed videos before, but for the first time it's became more clear. I love what you say about aging gracefully. 🌞 delighted to have found you. Have a radiant day 🧡
I love all the information in this video. I'm surprised that even with the experience of using retinols and retinald that after using Tretinoin, there was still iritation when using once a week. Did you use any other actives on the non-Tretinoib nights?
Thanks for showcasing some great options! Would love to hear about your SPF recommendations. I find that as my skin gets dryer and bc I use tret. as well I find many mineral sunscreens drying- and I’m so sensitive to chemical ones. I’m always on the hunt
I have used an online tretinoin prescription from Dermatica for the last 5 years or so (I am 46 with ultra fair combo skin, some freckles, some past sun damage). I’ve found the online check-ins to be solid (you answer questions and submit photos) and the pricing to be great. They have various partner ingredients depending on concerns (I alternate between hydroquinone and azelaic acid for pigmentation and brightening). In an age where accessibility to dermatologists can be tricky due to insurance, time, distance, etc, I love that these options exist!
I've been using retinaldehyde products from Avène more or less consistently for twenty years now and at 51 I don't feel the need to step up to prescription tretinoin. Even though retinaldehyde is more potent than retinol, I found it much easier to acclimatize to than products with retinol.
Oh yes, I just got my hands on some of their retinal products. I've heard great things! So interesting that you found it more gentle than other retinols. I'm excited to try them.
Thanks for also sharing the skin barrier care products as well! I have to be careful with actives due to eczema and sensitive skin, so I always like hearing recommendations for skin barrier protection.
Yes, skin barrier protection is key! I also sometimes use plain aquaphor around my lips or other sensitive areas before I apply retinoids to help protect that skin and keep retinoids from migrating to those areas.
Excellent video Bekah! Thanks for sharing your journey with us! I'm currently using retinal 5 from Geek & Gorgeous and I like it. The bottle is almost empty and I'll switch to the 10. I did try tret last year and started slow but even like that, my face was burning all the time so I gave up. I was disappointed but I'm happy with what I'm using now and my routine. On a side note, can I be nosy and ask what color lipstick you're wearing? It's gorgeous! And you look so glowy and beautiful as always! Have a wonderful day! ❤
I've heard great things about the Geek & Gorgeous retinal! So glad to hear you're enjoying it and finding a routine that works for you. I'm wearing the Rouje Le Baume in Cheri: us.rouje.com/lesfillesenrouje/le-baume-cheri-plum.html
Thank you! Such a helpful video as I'm jumping back into using retinal after a break. I think using barrier support products are especially important in a good retinol/retinal routine. Also, I love your green ring! So eye-catching, may I ask where it is from?
I've tried various retinols and retinals over the past few years, I liked Medik 8 but it was so expensive. Now I have gotten into Korean ones, I use the Scinic Cica Retinal cream and the Dr Different Retinal which I like. I will never use Tretinoin though, as I have sensitive and dry skin so I can't use strong products. It's great you can get so much over the counter these days
I’ve been using the Neutrogena Rapid wrinkle cream on my face for retinol for the past 3 yrs (I’m 31) and now looking to buy the Medik8 crystal Retinal. Could you advise which one I should start with? The 3 or 6..? They also have the 1, 10 and 20 but the last two are probably too strong for me? Thank you
My personal opinion: if you want results, real results, skip the otc stuff. Differin and Tretinoin are the only products to produce real results that I’ve ever found (I know differin is available otc in the US now). However, if you’re very happy with your current skin condition and feel only the need to keep things up I’m sure Retinols and other mild products are great, but don’t expect much
Differin wasn't my favorite, but I'm glad it works for you! I've actually read some interesting studies lately that retinals can have similar effects to tretinoin when used consistently. I think that might be why so many brands are launching retinals now. Good news for people who can't tolerate prescription strength!
@@Bekah_SunIf I recall you don't get a ton of acne? Cause Differin is targeted for acne and doesn't do as much for wrinkles and anti-aging in my opinion (especially compared to tret). So for someone only looking for anti-aging products I'd agree that Differin isn't super helpful and would recommend OTC retinol products instead.
This is what I did! Adapalene gel for two years and now I’ve been using Tret 0.025 for a year. Started for acne reasons but now just for overall skin improvements. It’s been affordable and super effective.
Hi! Yes, retinal is stronger than retinol. But the Medik8 retinals are very well-formulated and relatively gentle - both in my experience and based on others have shared!
would love to see a video like this on vitamin c! so helpful thank u!!
Im a 31 year old with cystic acne and I use differin and it’s really helped brighten and stop the break outs! Im so glad to have it
I'm so glad to hear Differin worked for you! It wasn't my favorite but everyone's journey is definitely unique. Whatever works for you is best!
my doctor told me to use tretinoin every night + BP and clindamycin every morning and it made my acne worse for months! as soon as i started using tretinoin less frequently, my skin started to clear up. thank you for emphasizing the importance of maintaining a healthy moisture barrier.
that is QUITE a combo. so glad to hear you found a personal routine that works well for you!
Dear Bekah,
Your way of expressing is so eloquent and elegant. I have seen retinol themed videos before, but for the first time it's became more clear.
I love what you say about aging gracefully. 🌞 delighted to have found you.
Have a radiant day 🧡
This is so kind - thank you so much, and so happy you're here ✨
I love all the information in this video. I'm surprised that even with the experience of using retinols and retinald that after using Tretinoin, there was still iritation when using once a week. Did you use any other actives on the non-Tretinoib nights?
Thanks for showcasing some great options! Would love to hear about your SPF recommendations. I find that as my skin gets dryer and bc I use tret. as well I find many mineral sunscreens drying- and I’m so sensitive to chemical ones. I’m always on the hunt
I have used an online tretinoin prescription from Dermatica for the last 5 years or so (I am 46 with ultra fair combo skin, some freckles, some past sun damage). I’ve found the online check-ins to be solid (you answer questions and submit photos) and the pricing to be great. They have various partner ingredients depending on concerns (I alternate between hydroquinone and azelaic acid for pigmentation and brightening). In an age where accessibility to dermatologists can be tricky due to insurance, time, distance, etc, I love that these options exist!
That’s amazing! I’ve heard great things about Dermatica from many different people. Glad to hear you’ve had such a good experience.
You’ve got beautiful skin 😍
I've been using retinaldehyde products from Avène more or less consistently for twenty years now and at 51 I don't feel the need to step up to prescription tretinoin.
Even though retinaldehyde is more potent than retinol, I found it much easier to acclimatize to than products with retinol.
Oh yes, I just got my hands on some of their retinal products. I've heard great things! So interesting that you found it more gentle than other retinols. I'm excited to try them.
Thanks for also sharing the skin barrier care products as well! I have to be careful with actives due to eczema and sensitive skin, so I always like hearing recommendations for skin barrier protection.
Yes, skin barrier protection is key! I also sometimes use plain aquaphor around my lips or other sensitive areas before I apply retinoids to help protect that skin and keep retinoids from migrating to those areas.
Excellent video Bekah! Thanks for sharing your journey with us! I'm currently using retinal 5 from Geek & Gorgeous and I like it. The bottle is almost empty and I'll switch to the 10. I did try tret last year and started slow but even like that, my face was burning all the time so I gave up. I was disappointed but I'm happy with what I'm using now and my routine. On a side note, can I be nosy and ask what color lipstick you're wearing? It's gorgeous! And you look so glowy and beautiful as always! Have a wonderful day! ❤
I've heard great things about the Geek & Gorgeous retinal! So glad to hear you're enjoying it and finding a routine that works for you.
I'm wearing the Rouje Le Baume in Cheri: us.rouje.com/lesfillesenrouje/le-baume-cheri-plum.html
Is the Geek and Gorgeous only available in the UK. Im in US and would like to try it
Thank you! Such a helpful video as I'm jumping back into using retinal after a break. I think using barrier support products are especially important in a good retinol/retinal routine. Also, I love your green ring! So eye-catching, may I ask where it is from?
Yes, barrier support is key! The ring is one of my faves too. It's the martini ring from Ready-Made: www.ready-made.co/collections/rings
I did not know that you should do moisturizer then retinol!! I always did it on dry skin & my skin got SO dry!! I’m gonna try the sandwich method!!
It's definitely worth a try! Hope it works well for you!
I've tried various retinols and retinals over the past few years, I liked Medik 8 but it was so expensive. Now I have gotten into Korean ones, I use the Scinic Cica Retinal cream and the Dr Different Retinal which I like. I will never use Tretinoin though, as I have sensitive and dry skin so I can't use strong products. It's great you can get so much over the counter these days
Ooh scinic cica retinal sounds amazing! I’ll have to check that out.
I’ve been using the Neutrogena Rapid wrinkle cream on my face for retinol for the past 3 yrs (I’m 31) and now looking to buy the Medik8 crystal Retinal. Could you advise which one I should start with?
The 3 or 6..? They also have the 1, 10 and 20 but the last two are probably too strong for me? Thank you
I think 3 is a great place to start! That’s where I started too. 💕
How was your experience with Altreno? I remember you started a while back but changed prescriptions?
Hmm, I haven't tried Altreno. Maybe you have me confused with someone else? I've used the Perrigo prescription tret from .025% to 0.5% now.
Why did you stop using the skinmedica brand?
My personal opinion: if you want results, real results, skip the otc stuff. Differin and Tretinoin are the only products to produce real results that I’ve ever found (I know differin is available otc in the US now). However, if you’re very happy with your current skin condition and feel only the need to keep things up I’m sure Retinols and other mild products are great, but don’t expect much
Differin wasn't my favorite, but I'm glad it works for you! I've actually read some interesting studies lately that retinals can have similar effects to tretinoin when used consistently. I think that might be why so many brands are launching retinals now. Good news for people who can't tolerate prescription strength!
@@Bekah_SunIf I recall you don't get a ton of acne? Cause Differin is targeted for acne and doesn't do as much for wrinkles and anti-aging in my opinion (especially compared to tret). So for someone only looking for anti-aging products I'd agree that Differin isn't super helpful and would recommend OTC retinol products instead.
@@ayameisastar I used to be very acne-prone. Lately I'm more oily and congestion-prone with occasional cystic spots.
This is what I did! Adapalene gel for two years and now I’ve been using Tret 0.025 for a year. Started for acne reasons but now just for overall skin improvements. It’s been affordable and super effective.
Dos you have retinal recommendations for eyes? That’s where I have fine lines
Yes! Two recs:
Medik8 Retinal eye serum go.shopmy.us/p-996257
Avene Retinal eye cream go.shopmy.us/p-996256
Do you know if I alternate retinol with benzoyl peroxide?
Hey is the medik8 retinal 10 stronger than the paula choice clinical retinol 1%?
Hi! Yes, retinal is stronger than retinol. But the Medik8 retinals are very well-formulated and relatively gentle - both in my experience and based on others have shared!
@@Bekah_Sun thank you for answering xoxo
Thank you!