retinol

 

what is it?

Retinol, also commonly known as vitamin-A, is a natural compound found in food and organisms. Vitamin-A is essential to vision, growth, cellular communication and reproduction.

what does it do?

Retinol is a synthetic form of the naturally occurring vitamin-A, which is gentler than retinoid. Retinol is used in BRAHSTON products as an anti-aging ingredient for its ability to promote cellular division. Retinol speeds up cells’ reproduction levels to fight fine lines, wrinkles and dark spots.

what do the experts say?

+ The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel

+ EWG Skin Deep® Cosmetics Database

  • SAFETY RATING

    6-9:

    According to EWG, retinol is rated as a 6-9 on a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being the lowest risk to health and 10 being the highest. According to EWG, retinol is rated as a 6-9 on a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being the lowest risk to health and 10 being the highest. Retinol is naturally occurring and already present in humans as vitamin-A. EWG’s low score is reflective of retinol’s potential to cause health concerns in above recommended doses. Furthermore, retinol is believed to increase skin’s sensitivity to UV light and should be used with caution when applied topically before excess sun exposure. BRAHSTON recommends using an additional SPF sunscreen when using retinol during sun exposure.

+ Paula's Choice Skincare Ingredient Dictionary