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Retinol for post-acne marks — what it is, how it works and how to add it to your routine without irritation.
Retinol is increasingly recommended for exactly this — and for good reason.
Retinol is a vitamin A derivative and the gold standard of anti-ageing care. It speeds up cell turnover and stimulates collagen production.
Post-acne refers to lingering marks and unevenness left after breakouts. Retinol approaches the problem from a different angle: retinol is a vitamin A derivative and the gold standard of anti-ageing care. It speeds up cell turnover and stimulates collagen production. As a result, used consistently, it gently improves the skin for post-acne marks.
Introduce retinol gradually and always wear SPF during the day — skin becomes more sun-sensitive. Don't pick at breakouts — that's the main cause of marks and scars.
First changes are usually visible after 4–8 weeks of consistent use; lasting results take 2–3 months.
Start 2–3 times a week and build up based on how your skin responds. Don't pick at breakouts — that's the main cause of marks and scars.
Introduce retinol gradually and always wear SPF during the day — skin becomes more sun-sensitive. If in doubt, consult a cosmetologist or dermatologist.
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