Retinol is just a fancy name for vitamin A. Other forms of vitamin A include retinal and retinyl palmitate.  This natural form of retinol is very beneficial to humans. It is a fat-soluble antioxidant vitamin. It is considered to be essential for proper vision and bone growth. Another helpful property of Retinol is that it is very successful when used as a treatment for acne and skin ailments.  Retinol has the distinct advantage of causing lesser cases of irritation and side effects as opposed to prescriptions like Retin-A.

Vitamin A Benefits

Vitamin A is found mainly in foods, which are derived from animal sources like beef, calf and chicken. It is also found in dairy products like milk, butter and cheese. The body converts beta-carotene, found in fruits and vegetables, into Vitamin A. Green vegetables and orange fruits contain beta-carotene and increase the supply of Vitamin A in your body. Vegetables like carrots, sweet potatoes and cabbages, as well as fruits like mangoes are good sources of beta-carotene.

Are all Retinols Created Equal?

 

No.....most retinols that can be purchased at the local drug stores and markets do not contain ENOUGH retinol to make a difference in treating the common skin ailments or acne problems.  After trying a low cost form of retinol from the local discount store, people often seek prescription strength retinol.  However, you can usually avoid these trips and cost to the doctor if you just purchase a good quality retinol that actually contains enough retinol to make the product beneficial.

Retinol Side Effects

Application of Retinol has some side effects, which need to be taken into account. With Retinol, the skin getting warm or red in color or a mild sting may occur. These are normal and should go away once the skin adjusts to the medication. However, if the symptoms persist or if they keep bothering you, a visit to the dermatologist is advised.

Application of Retinol may increase sensitivity to the sun's rays and hence staying indoors is advised after applying Retinol on your skin. Some people may feel itchiness on the applied area and the skin may experience some scaling. If these symptoms are severe, the dermatologist should be visited immediately. Excessive application of Retinol might sometimes cause itching and scaling.

It is advisable to wear proper sunscreen and clothing which protects your skin. Retinol should be used during pregnancy only by the advice of a dermatologist. Always use mild soap when washing your face. Retinol has been found to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin texture, tone and color. Retinol, in short, rejuvenates the skin totally.

To see the latest Retinol Products that are effective, please visit www.Beautix.com or click on the following link. 

http://www.beautix.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?




Beautix Total Beauty Concepts
www.Beautix.com