CeraVe’s affordable retinol serum is perfect for beginners
CeraVe’s affordable retinol serum is perfect for beginners
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The packaging. This isn’t a beautiful-looking beauty product. The packaging is functional rather than fun, and it gives off a more clinical style than a clean, cool and chic aesthetic. But that’s the same with all CeraVe products, as it’s what’s on the inside that counts.
The formula. We’re naming this the best serum for those yet to build retinol into their regular routines. This is thanks to its gentle formulation, encapsulation technology and the addition of ceramides and niacinamide, which all help to reduce the risk of irritation.
“The encapsulation of retinol helps protect the active ingredient to penetrate more deeply and effectively within the skin, ensuring optimal stability and delivery whilst mitigating the potential for unwanted side effects such as dryness and irritation,” explains Dr Granite.
Read more: Best vitamin C serums to buy now. As retinol accelerates your skin’s natural exfoliation process, encouraging it to shed dead skin cells, it can cause dryness and irritation. What we loved about this formula was the addition of niacinamide and ceramides, which provide anti-inflammatory properties as well as nourishing and hydrating the skin. Plus, liquorice root is in there to help brighten.
The application. Firstly, start off by using it slowly, say once or twice a week, post-cleansing and before moisturising in the evenings. You can then increase use slowly once seeing how your skin reacts. Secondly, use a good SPF, ideally factor 50, every day when using retinol as your skin will be more sensitive to the sun.
