How to use Retinol like a Dermatologist | Dr Davin Lim

For awesome skin care tips go to https://drdavinlim.com/skin-care-tips/ Retinol recommendations: Beginner: https://theformulated.com/collections/vitamin-a-retinol/products/crystal-retinal-3-30ml?variant=41014651584701 Advanced: https://theformulated.com/collections/vitamin-a-retinol/products/retriderm-vitamin-a-serum-plus-0-75-retinol?variant=41014547415229 To pair with retinol: https://theformulated.com/products/metacell-renewal-b3?_pos=1&_sid=db375432d&_ss=r&variant=41007546106045 . . What is the science behind retinol? Retinol belongs to the powerful family of molecules known as retinoids. These are vitamin A derivatives with multiple functions in the skin including reduction of pigmentation, improved cellular turnover, stimulation of collagen synthesis, & reduction of oil production. What are the benefits of retinol? Improved skin texture & quality. Retinol has antioxidant, anti-acne, anti-inflammatory, as well as antibacterial properties, hence its use in acne prone skin. Anti-aging. Retinol decreases pigmentation but increases collagen production. This results in clearer skin texture with less wrinkles & smaller pores. . . My clinic: @Cutis_dermatology on Instagram Website: www.cutis.com.au Instagram: @drdavinlim @101.skin Intro: (0:00) What is Retinol?: (0:18) My experience with Retinol: (1:53) Retinol Tips: (2:41) What NOT to use with Retinol: (4:25) Summary: (5:48)