How does this compare to a retinoid? Thanks!
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I am 77 years old and have used this product combined with Avon moisturizers for over 30 y( I don't sell AVON , &#9786; just use it) recently my rep gave me a wrinkle tester and I have NO CROWS FEET... no wrinkles and people always remark about my beautiful skin... I credit this Alpha Hydrox and Avon. Before that I used some Retin A, which I needed a prescription for at that time till I stumbled on this cream and I love it. Buying it on line I usually wait for a special offer, but even without that it is cheaper than anything some of my friends use without getting the results I get. But a lot of people think they are getting something better because of the " name" Rene Ebsworth
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I am 77 years old and have used this product combined with Avon moisturizers for over 30 y( I don't sell AVON , ☺ just use it) recently my rep gave me a wrinkle tester and I have NO CROWS FEET... no wrinkles and people always remark about my beautiful skin... I credit this Alpha Hydrox and Avon. Before that I used some Retin A, which I needed a prescription for at that time till I stumbled on this cream and I love it. Buying it on line I usually wait for a special offer, but even without that it is cheaper than anything some of my friends use without getting the results I get. But a lot of people think they are getting something better because of the " name" Rene Ebsworth ¢¾ I am 77 years old and have used this product combined with Avon moisturizers for over 30 y( I don't sell AVON , ☺ just use it) recently my rep gave me a wrinkle tester and I have NO CROWS FEET... no wrinkles and people always remark about my beautiful skin... I credit this Alpha Hydrox and Avon. Before that I used some Retin A, which I needed a prescription for at that time till I stumbled on this cream and I love it. Buying it on line I usually wait for a special offer, but even without that it is cheaper than anything some of my friends use without getting the results I get. But a... » Read More I am 77 years old and have used this product combined with Avon moisturizers for over 30 y( I don't sell AVON , ☺ just use it) recently my rep gave me a wrinkle tester and I have NO CROWS FEET... no wrinkles and people always remark about my beautiful skin... I credit this Alpha Hydrox and Avon. Before that I used some Retin A, which I needed a prescription for at that time till I stumbled on this cream and I love it. Buying it on line I usually wait for a special offer, but even without that it is cheaper than anything some of my friends use without getting the results I get. But a lot of people think they are getting something better because of the " name" Rene Ebsworth ¢¾ « Show Less
1754513
I've always had better results with a glycolic acid product. Works very well and can't beat the price. I use it faithfully. It even enhanced the results of my recent laser treatment.
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I have not ordered it yet, so do not know - only have seen the online descriptions of both products. The one with the labels in Japanese seems to contain Paraben (which Americans are squeamish about) and has fewer ingredients. The Anti aging lotion (version sold by ULTA) has a little retinol in it and some vitamin C
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My dermatologist told me that Renova is better tolerated by sensitive skin than Retin A. But it's still very harsh and needs to be applied with moisturizers and a lot of sun screen, and at least 30 minutes after washing your face. Should only be used sparingly and build up tolerance. It's available in different strengths and by prescription only. Best if you talk to your dermatologist. I doubt that Bel Essence is in the same league with the retinols but it's doesn't cause any irritation and makes your skin feel good. I have only used it for a few weeks and haven't seen any dramatic changes yet but will continue for a few months more. I feel good that it doesn't contain unhealthy chemicals. (I hope!) My dermatologist told me that Renova is better tolerated by sensitive skin than Retin A. But it's still very harsh and needs to be applied with moisturizers and a lot of sun screen, and at least 30 minutes after washing your face. Should only be used sparingly and build up tolerance. It's available in different strengths and by prescription only. Best if you talk to your dermatologist. I doubt that Bel Essence is in the same league with the retinols but it's doesn't cause any irritation and makes your skin feel good. I have only used it for a few weeks and haven't seen any dramatic changes... » Read More My dermatologist told me that Renova is better tolerated by sensitive skin than Retin A. But it's still very harsh and needs to be applied with moisturizers and a lot of sun screen, and at least 30 minutes after washing your face. Should only be used sparingly and build up tolerance. It's available in different strengths and by prescription only. Best if you talk to your dermatologist. I doubt that Bel Essence is in the same league with the retinols but it's doesn't cause any irritation and makes your skin feel good. I have only used it for a few weeks and haven't seen any dramatic changes yet but will continue for a few months more. I feel good that it doesn't contain unhealthy chemicals. (I hope!) « Show Less
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I use Retinol by Obagi on a regular basis. I believe this product is authentic. When I started using it I felt it working within a few days. It feels the same as if I used just the Retinol except it has a moisturizing effect.
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It is the retinol. If you are not used to it you need to slowly adjust by using only every other day, or starting with a gentler formula. A lot of people also use another product with retinol or acid (alpha hydroxy, salicylic, etc) this can cause a chemical reaction. Over time you build up tolerance (like drinking, though if I did less of that I probably wouldn't need this now). If it begins to cause redness or severe irritation discontinue til it subsides. Also make certain to wear sunscreen, retinol increases your risk of sunburn.
1673135
This is a great product the combination of Hyaluronic Acid and Vitamin A, with other Retinol products is recommended by many Dermatologist. Took about 8 weeks to visibly reduce the appearance of deep lines on my 55 yr old face.
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This is the first time I have tried retinol from Skinceutical. I am very pleased with it---a little goes a long way, and it seems strong enough. It's definitely not a liquid, but more of a soft gel. I will definitely be ordering more.
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It doesn't specified the amount of retinol as I had hope. But I just looked it up and retinol is a simplify form of Vitamin A of which this products states clearly in the front of having 1000,000 IU per ounce. There is 2oz. in the jar so I guess it has double the amount. I hope this helps. I really do like how soft and subtle this product makes my facial skin and even the rest of my body. I've only been using it almost a month and I don't have wrinkles for being a women near 50 to be able to tell if it helps reduce wrinkles. But I'm hoping it keeps them away longer now that I'm getting older. Good Luck! It doesn't specified the amount of retinol as I had hope. But I just looked it up and retinol is a simplify form of Vitamin A of which this products states clearly in the front of having 1000,000 IU per ounce. There is 2oz. in the jar so I guess it has double the amount. I hope this helps. I really do like how soft and subtle this product makes my facial skin and even the rest of my body. I've only been using it almost a month and I don't have wrinkles for being a women near 50 to be able to tell if it helps reduce wrinkles. But I'm hoping it keeps them away longer now that I'm getting... » Read More It doesn't specified the amount of retinol as I had hope. But I just looked it up and retinol is a simplify form of Vitamin A of which this products states clearly in the front of having 1000,000 IU per ounce. There is 2oz. in the jar so I guess it has double the amount. I hope this helps. I really do like how soft and subtle this product makes my facial skin and even the rest of my body. I've only been using it almost a month and I don't have wrinkles for being a women near 50 to be able to tell if it helps reduce wrinkles. But I'm hoping it keeps them away longer now that I'm getting older. Good Luck! « Show Less
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Retinol is good for wrinkles but it works even better for acne and pores. But there is not much retinol in this product. If you want something for blemishes and pores I would get the prescription "Differin" from your doctor or the generic for Differin will work just fine too. That will help with blemishes and it will also help with aging as it comes to you at your young age.
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I perfer this one over the other one. Because I can really feel a differ in my skin, OZ Naturals vitamin C serum doesn't tighting my Face as the other one. I bough both, so I could see witch one I would use from now on. Hope I answer your Question.
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Hi..I really didnt know the answer until I did some research as I had bought this cream on recommendation from the Oprah web site Quote ". Look for ones with 0.1 percent retinol packaged in aluminum tubes (to protect the formula from air and light); we like RoC Retinol Correxion Deep WrinkleNight Cream ".So now we all know. I hope this helps
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Although I have not used Tretinoin in years it is a prescription only product and thus is stronger than any of the over the counter Vit A products.
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It doesn't specified the amount of retinol as I had hope. But I just looked it up and retinol is a simplify form of Vitamin A of which this products states clearly in the front of having 1000,000 IU per ounce. There is 2oz. in the jar so I guess it has double the amount. I hope this helps. I really do like how soft and subtle this product makes my facial skin and even the rest of my body. I've only been using it almost a month and I don't have wrinkles for being a women near 50 to be able to tell if it helps reduce wrinkles. But I'm hoping it keeps them away longer now that I'm getting older. Good Luck!
1389185
I would assume this means that the retinol is higher percentage- wise than similar products. It seems to be be working
533992
It IS for mature skin! It is designed to minimize wrinkles. i am 64 and have used it for over 10 years since i first tried it when in France. I bought it thinking I wouldn't continue using it if i didn't see results by the time the first tube was gone--but i did and have used it ever since! You just have to be careful about sun exposure as it can make it easier to burn. Also some people may get redness at first from the retinol. I always follow it after applying with a pure moisturizer.
199810
It is a really nice moisturizer, but that's about it. Zero retinol effect on my skin personally.
1882013
There's no difference. It's really just a marketing/rebranding idea designed to boost sales when the name was changed. Sadly, Nioxin no longer makes these supplements and the company doesn't give a clear, reasonable explanation WHY. They were actually the ONLY high potency HairSkinNail supplement that didn't break my face out so far. Currently, I'm using a brand that works just as well, but I'm still looking for that one brand that will do the job without the facial breakouts.