While you may be familiar with using retinoids on the face, did you know you can use retinoids for the body? They are some of the most clinically tested and proven class of topicals, with a wide range of uses. Retinoids can be used for anti-aging, pigmentation, and even acne. Retinoids work by speeding up skin cell turnover, which can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, help reduce acne lesions, help pigmentation resolve more quickly and even out skin tone, and even increase collagen production. Bosting collagen production can help firm skin and reduce laxity or sagging. It is this principle that makes retinoids useful for all over the body as well.
Oftentimes, natural aging and sun damage can lead to the development of sagging or lax skin, which can be apparent in the decolletage, neck, and even limbs. Using retinoids on the body can help firm skin and reduce skin laxity. Long-term use can even help prevent some of the bruising that can come alongside age-induced thinning of the skin.
So, how do you go about using retinoids on the body? These days, dedicated retinoids for the body are widely available to purchase. If you are currently using a retinoid, you can also DIY a body product by mixing a small portion of tretinoin into your preferred body lotion. When doing this, take care to not pre-mix and to only mix when needed, as tretinoin needs to remain in its original packaging to stay effective. Only a small amount is needed, as retinoids can cause skin sensitivity. Take care to also use SPF on the body to protect skin, as retinoids are sun-sensitizing.
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