Will retinol intolerance occur? How to build retinol tolerance

In autumn and winter, many women will use whitening essence to make their skin rejuvenated in winter. Retinol is the main ingredient in whitening essence, but are retinol products suitable for everyone? What will happen if an allergic reaction occurs?

Can retinol intolerance occur?

Normally it will not appear. However, if the skin is extremely sensitive, an allergic reaction, that is, intolerance, is likely to occur.

As a well-known anti-aging star, retinol is absolutely extraordinary in fading fine lines, calming and relieving inflammation, removing acne and brightening the skin. After all, there must be a reason why it has been so popular for decades. Retinol is different from other ingredients and basically does not cause any allergies.

Tips: Pregnant women cannot use retinol~

How to Build Retinol Tolerance

1. Start with low concentration

The effective concentration of retinol is 0.15%-1%. Don't blindly pursue high concentrations. For someone who has never used retinol, starting with a low concentration, although the effect will be slower, establishing a complete tolerance will undoubtedly lay a good foundation for subsequent skin care. The concentration can be slowly increased.

2. About avoiding light

Retinol itself is not photosensitivity, but it is converted into retinol acid after being absorbed by the skin. Retinol acid is photosensitivity. Try to use it at night, or be sure to avoid the sun when using it during the day. Especially high concentrations of retinol can easily cause allergic reactions, resulting in redness, swelling and sore face, which is really not worth it.

3. Control the amount and frequency of use

When you first start using retinol products, try not to use too much, and even use less than our usual skin care amount, and then slowly increase it; when you first start using retinol products, it is recommended to use it once every 2 to 3 days, and then gradually reduce it by 1 to 2 days after you have tolerated it.

4. Avoid mixing various skin care products

I have seen many articles online about how the effects of retinol and other ingredients can be doubled when used together. I really advise ladies not to believe them easily, as they may just want you to buy two or more products at the same time. It is of course good to use them in the right way, but this all depends on your tolerance. When you first start using A alcohol products, try to use them alone. If you must use them, use them with a mild hydrating product.

5. The most important point is that if you have tried many times referring to the above four points and still cannot build tolerance, then give up retinol, it is really not suitable for you.