retinoids
Skin renewal compounds
Retinoids are a class of chemical compounds derived from or related to vitamin A.
They're used medically to treat acne, psoriasis, and signs of skin aging, and they work by regulating cell growth and turnover.
Prescription retinoids like tretinoin are stronger than over-the-counter retinol, which converts to retinoic acid more slowly in the skin.
My dermatologist recommended a retinoid for my persistent breakouts.
Inflamed skin condition
- psoriasisImmune system attacks skin cells
- photodamageTissue harm from light
- topicalCurrently relevant or newsworthy
- prescriptionMedical dispensing authorization
anti-inflammatory · lesions · papules · pustules · cystic · scarring · hyperpigmentation · photoaging
Surface lines from folding
- collagenStructural body protein
- elasticityTendency to resume original form
- textureSurface tactile quality
- serumBlood's watery portion
anti-aging · exfoliation · brightening · complexion · pigmentation · pores · smoothing · firmness
Fat-soluble plant pigments
- beta-caroteneOrange plant pigment
- nutritionBodily use of food
- deficiencyLack of something needed
- epithelialSurface-lining tissue type
mucous · bioavailability · liver · supplements · fortification · eyesight · immunity · preformed
Topical retinoid medication
- isomersSame formula, different structure
- syntheticProduced artificially, not natural
- derivativesThings derived from another
- metabolitesChemicals from bodily processes
receptors · RAR · molecular · pharmacology · esterified · conjugated
acne
Inflamed skin condition
- psoriasisImmune system attacks skin cells
- photodamageTissue harm from light
- topicalCurrently relevant or newsworthy
prescription · anti-inflammatory · lesions · papules · pustules · cystic · scarring · hyperpigmentation · photoaging · dermatologist
wrinkles
Surface lines from folding
- collagenStructural body protein
- elasticityTendency to resume original form
- textureSurface tactile quality
serum · anti-aging · exfoliation · brightening · complexion · pigmentation · pores · smoothing · firmness · radiance
carotenoids
Fat-soluble plant pigments
- beta-caroteneOrange plant pigment
- nutritionBodily use of food
- deficiencyLack of something needed
epithelial · mucous · bioavailability · liver · supplements · fortification · eyesight · immunity · preformed · provitamin
tretinoin
Topical retinoid medication
- isomersSame formula, different structure
- syntheticProduced artificially, not natural
- derivativesThings derived from another
metabolites · receptors · RAR · molecular · pharmacology · esterified · conjugated
- skincarecream, lotion, moisturizer, facial, serum
- Acne Treatmentsbenzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, tretinoin, Retin-A, spot treatment
- Cosmetic Ingredientshyaluronic acid, niacinamide, glycerin, dimethicone, parabens
- Skincare Activesniacinamide, hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, peptides, glycolic acid
- blemish removalacne treatment, spot treatment, exfoliation, chemical peel, salicylic acid
- Psoriasis Treatmentsmethotrexate, phototherapy, biologics, topical steroids, coal tar
retinoidsmoisturizers
Skin-hydrating topical products
humectants · emollients · hyaluronic acid · glycerin · ceramides