SHEN's guide to Vitamin A
Retinoids are some of the most studied topical skincare ingredients. These derivatives of Vitamin A minimize fine lines and wrinkles, brighten skin tone, and reduce acne by increasing cell turnover.
What's the downside, you might ask? Old-school retinoids have a reputation for drying out and irritating skin. Luckily, with new developments in skincare, incorporating this super ingredient into your routine can be a piece of cake, with little downtime and no unsightly flakiness. Read on below to find the best Vitamin A treatments for your skin.
Environ Concentrated Vitamin A Serum
Environ’s clever Step Up System gradually introduces higher concentrations of Vitamin A to the skin in three progressive serums so that it can adapt to the ingredient over time without irritation. Ideal for those with acne or stubborn wrinkles, skin will appear more even and firm over time.
Alpha-H Vitamin A
Ideal for first time users, this .5% retinol is combined with Evening Primrose and Jojoba Oils to keep skin moisturized and Tomato Fruit Extract to bring down inflammation. Apply every other night to plump and firm skin while decreasing excess sebum production.
Bader Vitamin A Serum
Working with Bader’s proprietary healing TFC8 complex and pure Retinol, this new serum soothes skin while reducing the appearance of deep lines, wrinkles and breakouts. A Microbiome Blend and Marine Ectoine support the skin’s barrier and deeply hydrate so there is no flaking in sight.
Venn Collagen Intensive Phyto Vitamin A Resurfacing Mask
Remove dead, dull skin with this mask that uses Bakuchiol (a plant based alternative to retinol), fruit enzymes and amino acids to gently resurface the skin. After just 20 minutes, skin will appear more radiant, clear and soft.
Venn Collagen Intensive Phyto Vitamin A Resurfacing Mask
Decree Treat Tincture
This daily anti-aging treatment is packed with youth-boosting ingredients like an Apple Stem Cell blend and 1% Retinoid that strengthen and firm the skin. Loads of extra hydration and nourishment help the skin’s barrier repair overnight thanks to Hyaluronic Acid, Squalane and Antioxidants.
Vintner's Daughter Active Botanical Serum
Instead of a pure Vitamin A, Vintner’s Daughter’s cult serum uses botanicals that are naturally rich in the ingredient, like Carrot Seed and Rosehip, to boost the skin’s innate renewal pattern. To go a step further, this nourishing oil can be layered with another topical Retinol to mitigate redness and dryness.
Vintner's Daughter Active Botanical Serum
Fior di Luna Nightly Renewal Cream
Specifically formulated to compliment the skin’s natural circadian rhythm, this rich cream uses Bakuchiol alongside protective Ashwagandha and a complex of herbs that support the skin’s renewal process overnight.
