Skin Care
The clinical benefits of pure retinol serum
by Paige Herman-Axel, L'Oreal Dermatological Beauty|May 24, 2023
The experts from Lovelyskin have partnered with Vichy to share reliable information about their products.
It’s no secret retinol is a beneficial addition to any anti-aging skin care regimen. This vitamin A derivative is amongst the most studied skin care ingredients, and it is also a dermatologist favorite for improving the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and uneven skin tone. To help you benefit from the skin-renewing powers of retinol, Vichy has created Vichy LiftActiv Pure Retinol Serum, and there’s a lot to love about it. Ready to learn more? Follow along as we cover:
Retinol works by accelerating the skin’s cellular turnover, which helps promote the shedding of damaged cells and keep fresh, healthy cells on the surface. As a result, retinol provides smoothing and firming benefits, reduces the look of dark spots and enhances the skin’s natural radiance. The power of Vichy’s LiftActiv Pure Retinol Serum is due to a 0.2% concentration of pure retinol that balances efficacy with minimal irritation. This unique formulation also includes peptides, which are the building blocks of collagen that work to visibly reduce wrinkles and firm the skin. This innovative retinol serum also features hydrating glycerin and provides skin barrier support with vitreoscilla ferment, a nutrient-rich extract of beneficial bacteria.
Although research supports the idea that retinol is effective, there are several different varieties that will lead to different results, which is why it's important to find a retinol that has been clinically tested for efficacy. At Vichy, we performed our biggest retinol clinical study to date, and this five-month trial showed LiftActiv Pure Retinol Serum delivers significant improvement for several signs of aging including wrinkles (nasolabial folds, crow’s feet, frown lines and forehead lines), as well as dark spots, skin texture and overall radiance.
The study included fifty women between the ages of 42 and 64 years old with wrinkles as well as issues with skin firmness and radiance. Participants applied Vichy LiftActiv Pure Retinol Serum in the evening twice during the first week, three times during the second week and every night from the third week through the end of the study. Subjects also used a hydrating moisturizer twice daily and a sunscreen with SPF 30 every morning. Throughout the study, participants were evaluated through clinical assessments, perception questionnaires and photography. At the study’s end, evaluations showed that Vichy LiftActiv Pure Retinol Serum improved the appearance of wrinkles (including deep ones) in 100% of clinical study participants.
As with any retinol product, it’s important to start slow and gradually increase application frequency to ensure skin tolerance. After using this serum once every three nights for the first week and every other night during week two, you can begin nightly use if your skin is responding well. As if the significant improvement in visible signs of aging that Vichy LiftActiv Pure Retinol Serum delivers wasn’t enough, you can enhance results with a comprehensive Vichy skincare routine. And because retinol can increase your sensitivity to the sun, it’s best to apply it as part of your evening skin care routine.
Morning routine:
After cleansing, apply Vichy LiftActiv Vitamin C Serum for a skin-brightening boost and extra antioxidant protection against the damaging effects of pollution. Follow with Vichy LiftActiv Peptide-C SPF 30 for much-needed moisture, broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection and anti-aging benefits throughout the day.
Evening routine:
Apply Vichy LiftActiv Pure Retinol Serum to clean, dry skin. Follow with Vichy LiftActiv Peptide-C Moisturizer to replenish your skin’s hydration levels and improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, dullness and loss of firmness while you sleep.
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