It would be a true utopia to believe that it is possible to avoid chronological aging. But fortunately, we are start seeing an increasing offer of multiple ways to get around it!
The Institut Esthederm is driven by simplistic but assertive philosophies, taking maximum care of the skin in any given moment of its life, preserving and maintaining its natural resources. Basically, what we look for in all our beauty care is the guarantee that the chosen formulation allows the skin to be prepared daily to adapt to changes face any environment changes that surrounds it, whether external or internal.
We have only one focus: to preserve the youth and beauty of the skin, acting only where and when it is necessary.
One of the responses from Institut Esthederm that provides faster, more visible and longer-lasting results with regard to delay signs of skin aging is given by the INTENSIVE RANGE. This product range is characterized by the search for cosmetics consisting of a unique selection of molecules/active ingredients recognized by Dermatology, as a solution as effective as Aesthetic Medicine, but less invasive. Intensive treatments of 2 months and/or in combination with the edge aesthetic procedures, whether before, during or after them.
Among the 7 ideally concentrated and consciously chosen molecules that the Institut Esthederm already has in its Intensive Range, we can find Retinol as one of them.
Retinol - What is it, and what is it for?
Retinol is an alternative to treat a wide variety of dermatological problems, recognized by dermatologists as one of the most trusted assets for the skin.
This vitamin A derivative is effective against the signs of aging, such as expression wrinkles, deep wrinkles, acne scars and marks, loss of luminosity and irregular skin dark spots or tone. Deep down it is able to penetrate cells and stimulate their metabolism, causing them to behave like young cells again.
At the epidermis level, Retinol accelerates the natural peeling of the skin and stimulates the division of living skin cells, smoothing out wrinkles and skin irregularities.
At the dermis level, Retinol stimulates the synthesis of collagen and glycosaminoglycans and inhibits metalloproteinases, which are responsible for the degradation of the dermal matrix.
How to use Retinol in your beauty routine?
To make the most out of this powerful molecule in our beauty care routine, we need to follow some important rules:
- Start using Retinol gradually
Retinol is a very effective derivative of vitamin A. It penetrates deeply into the skin, making it one of the most recommended ingredients on the market in the field of skin care. For that same reason it is recommended to increase the dose progressively.
In the presence of a more sensitive skin, this ingredient should be used only twice a week in the first phase, then three or four, until your skin responds positively on a daily basis.
In the presence of a less reactive skin, you should start the treatment every 2 days in the first phase and as soon as the skin is adapted, use it daily.
- Can't Retinol be used in sensitive skins?
The fact that you have more sensitive skin does not mean that you have to avoid Retinol completely. Using soft formulas while having precautions when starting applying Retinol, it will be possible to analyze the skin reaction.
This molecule must be avoided in reactive skins, with rosacea or eczema.
- It is normal to trigger a temporary reaction at the beginning of its use
Redness, a feeling of heat or even a slight peeling are normal temporary consequences that indicate that Retinol is working until your skin gets used to Its power.
To mitigate these signs, daily use a moisturizing care suitable for your skin type to quickly restore the natural protective barrier of your skin and avoid any scratching, as it would make it even worse.
Likewise, you should not use acid toning lotions or any product with acids in its composition.
- Use Retinol at night and Sun Protection the next morning
Since Retinol is a molecule sensitive to light, its use should be made preferably at night and sun protection should always be applied in the morning after since this molecule can leave the skin vulnerable to sunlight.
At Institut Esthederm we generally recommend NO SUN for those who prefer physical filters for maximum photoprotection (or for those who are simply intolerant to chemical filters) or INTOLÉRANCES SOLAIRES with equally high protection and ideal anti-inflammatory action for skin subject to Retinol during night.
- When it comes to Retinol: less is more!
Applying too much Retinol does not increase its effectiveness. A pea-sized amount is more than enough for the entire face, neck and décolleté. Since the skin absorbs only a certain amount of it, applying more will be only a waste of product and a cause for increasing the risk of irritation.
- Do not use ingredients that may increase your skin's risk of sensitivity
Avoid any type of peeling, exfoliation, some oral medication (namely isotretinoin) while using Retinol.
In what are we, in the end, differentiators?
INTENSIVE RETINOL CRÈME
Face & Neck & Neckline
Cream for deep and pronounced wrinkles and all kinds of irregularities on the surface (such as scars and acne marks).
It uses a Retinol Precursor (0.2% retinol palmitate) that accelerates cell regeneration and stimulates the synthesis of collagen and glycosaminoglycans. The use of a retinol precursor and not pure retinol allows it to be a care to be applied in the morning and/or evening on the face, neck and neckline in combination with a sunscreen. For optimal results, use as a 2-month program.
Creamy texture with velvety finish for all skin types. With fragrance.
WINTER TREATMENT.
Not recommended in pregnancy or on extremely sensitive and reactive skin.
INTENSIVE RETINOL HUILE SÉRUM
Face & Neck & Neckline
Concentrated night serum that acts on deep wrinkles, uneven skin, recent scars and signs of photoaging.
Uses Pure Retinol 0.3%, which softens and evens out the skin's surface, restores the complexion's luminosity and transparency and prevents dermal atrophy, together with Precious Oils, of which Omega-3 (linolenic acid) is part, which restores the barrier function of the skin, Omega-6 (linoleic acid) that reduces the imperceptible loss of water and Omega-9 (oleic acid) that stimulates healing.
Apply 2 or 3 drops of oil at night on the face, neck and neckline. Apply sunscreen the next day. For optimal results, use as a 2-month program.
For more sensitive skin, in the first days of the program, add 1 or 2 drops of serum to the cream to gradually prepare and accustom the skin to the treatment.
Dry oil texture for all skin types. With fragrance.
Treatment not indicated in the summer (or when there is prolonged sun exposure), neither on pregnant women, nor on extremely sensitive or reactive skin.
This is Institut Esthederm’s key differentiation: a daily beauty routine that uses Retinol for all skin types with deep wrinkles and signs of photoaging that has a double care - serum and cream.
The serum with a dry oil texture, thanks to the presence of precious oils in its composition, for exclusive use in the night routine, since it uses Pure Retinol 0.3% which is a photosensitive molecule and, therefore, it should only be used at night promoting skin safety and comfort.
The choice of this type of texture in the care that contains Pure Retinol 0.3% and, therefore, is the focus of the treatment for deep wrinkles and signs of photoaging, makes Institut Esthederm extremely different in the Retinol market. We use precious oils that reinforce the nourishing action and attenuates the impact of this highly concentrated pure molecule, although ideally concentrated, high tolerance and comfort in its use. This is, without a doubt, the most important philosophy of the brand!
Finally, the cream to apply in the morning and/or at night with sunscreen, since it no longer uses Pure Retinol 0.3%, but a Retinol Precursor enabling a gradual and prolonged release of retinol in the skin over throughout the day, not at risk of adverse reaction or sensitivity of the skin that uses it.
This way, the focus of the treatment given by the concentrated serum at night is maximized and prolonged, having the cream and its function gradually releasing the retinol throughout the day.
We are, therefore, Aging Managers, helping the skin to maintain its youth and cutaneous beauty for a longer time, offering the self-esteem that we all seek in all ages and stages of our life!
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