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“Start low and take it slow.”
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Dr. Gilbert isn’t the only skin-care expert with advice forusing retinoleffectively onsensitive skin.
New York City-based board-certified dermatologistShari Marchbein, MDstresses that washing your face with agentle cleanserfirst is key.
Look for thosewithoutactives like exfoliants.
“you’ve got the option to think of it as an entry-level version.
“Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Night Creamcontains retinyl propionate as well as complexion-calming red-algae extract.
We likeOlay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night MoisturizerandDrunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream.
That’s because without that added layer of hydration, risk of sensitivity is higher.
There are several ways to layer a hydrator with retinol.
Or you might use what Dr. Marchbein calls “the sandwich technique.”
Don’t overdo it with retinol
This tip truly can’t be stressed enough.
This is so the skin can become accustom to the active ingredient, making it more tolerable over time.
Don’t think you won’t reap retinol’s benefits if you’re not using it nightly, either.
If you’d still like to incorporate them in your routine, use them on the nights youaren’tusing retinol.
She also reiterates that you only need to use averysmall amount.
“The size of a pea is sufficient for the whole face.”
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