Retinol is a skincare hero! It is responsible for boosting collagen production in your skin, thereby keeping signs of ageing at bay. Regular use of retinol-infused products can help red your skin if fine lines and wrinkles. In addition to this, retinol is also known for producing new blood vessels in your skin. This helps fade dark spots, soften rough patches on the skin, maintain a clear complexion and keep your nose blackhead free!
As good as it sounds, pure retinol formulations can sometimes be too overwhelming for your skin, which is why we picked some effective, but gentle retinol-infused products to help you upgrade your anti-ageing skincare routine effectively.
- 01. Pond’s Age Miracle Wrinkle Corrector Day Cream SPF 18
- 02. Pond’s Age Miracle Wrinkle Corrector Night Cream
- 03. Lakmé Youth Infinity Skin Firming Day Creme
- 04. Lakmé Youth Infinity Skin Firming Night Creme
- 05. Dermalogica Multivitamin Power Serum
- 06. Dermalogica Multivitamin Power Recovery Masque
01. Pond’s Age Miracle Wrinkle Corrector Day Cream SPF 18
In addition to retinol, this day cream is also infused with vitamin B3 and powerful bio-active ingredients to help renew skin cells, reduce wrinkles and give your skin a radiant glow. Retinol use can make your skin overly sensitive, which is why this SPF infused formula is perfect for day time use!
02. Pond’s Age Miracle Wrinkle Corrector Night Cream
Your body and skin are in a repair mode during the night, and a helping hand of retinol can help fight the free radical damage your skin went through during the day. The powerful anti-ageing formula of the night cream works on your skin all night so that you wake up youthful-looking skin every morning.
03. Lakmé Youth Infinity Skin Firming Day Creme
Formulated with retinyl palmitate, this uber soft day cream not only helps inhibit collagen breakdown but also boosts new collagen to keep your skin firm all day long. The addition of luminescing pearls makes the formula ideal for day time use as it lends a dewy, glowy shine to the face. Psst… this one has the added benefit of SPF protection as well!
04. Lakmé Youth Infinity Skin Firming Night Creme
Yet another retinyl palmitate-infused formula, this night cream is super hydrating and does wonders for your skin overnight. It is non-comedogenic and suits all skin types, which means you do have to worry about unwanted breakouts that are usually associated with other, more potent retinol products.
05. Dermalogica Multivitamin Power Serum
Formulated with encapsulated vitamin A (retinol, retinoic acid), this powerful serum also comes with the benefits of antioxidant-rich vitamin E and magnesium ascorbyl phosphate — a compound that treats hyperpigmentation effectively. This powerful serum helps retexturise and revitalise your skin from the inside out for skin that is considerably repaired and looks healthy.
06. Dermalogica Multivitamin Power Recovery Masque
This nutrient-rich masque also consists of vitamin B5, C, E and F. The formula has been further advanced with liquorice, comfrey, burdock, and oat kernel extract to help soothe sensitivity caused by retinol use. It helps restore tired skin and repair damage caused by free radicals on the skin.
Written by Sumona Bose on Jan 21, 2021
Sumona Bose is a writer, skincare junkie and a self-professed makeup connoisseur. Equipped with a Master's degree in Fashion Management and over 3 years of experience writing in the beauty and fashion space, her passion for learning new things has no bounds. Working closely with dermatologists, beauty excerpts, makeup artists and hairstylists, she brings you the best of all things beauty. From trending skincare ingredients to makeup looks that help you slay, she manages to bring something new (and vital!) to our readers every single time. Her hobbies include home workouts, watching foreign films and binge-watching makeover shows!