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This potent ingredient speeds up cell turnover to address wrinkles, breakouts, and more.
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If you’re able to’t make a trip to the dermatologist (which we recommend regardless!
), Musely pairs you with an expert who’ll prescribe a custom formula suited to your needs.
Other familiar ingredients are vitamin C to brighten sun spots and hyaluronic acid for moisture retention.
Don’t use it for more than six months, or stop sooner once your hyperpigmentation fades.
However, like retinol, it stimulates collagen production and curbs the formation of wrinkles.
“I put it on all over but particularly on my arms and thighs.”
There are no added fragrances but tucuma and cocoa butters give off a natural, nutty scent.
Compared to the body butter, it has 30% less retinol, clocking in at 0.1%.
As a testament to its sensitive-skin-friendly nature, thisretinol creamhas earned theNational Eczema AssociationSeal of Acceptance.
Good to know:Both the tubeandvery thin cap are 100% recyclable.
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Pretty simple, if you ask us!
We’ve got youor rather, Tronque does.
Because it’s abody serum, it penetrates and absorbs quicklyleaving behind a smooth, barely-there feel.
It’s moisturizing enough to use on its own but layers well with abody butterif your skin craves more.
The best part: My legs felt noticeably smoother and softer the next morning."
A sticky, greasy finish?
Oh, you thought that was it?
Papain enzymes (extract from papaya fruit) assist with that front, too.
She’s not the only derm who recommends this wallet-friendly formula.
Finally, if you’re dealing with discoloration or dark spots, you guessed itretinol can help.
How and when should I use retinol body lotion?
“Using a body lotion with ceramides can inhibit transepidermal moisture loss and keep skin comfortable and balanced.”
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