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New York Biology 2.5% Active Retinol with Hyaluronic Acid

June 3, 2016 · 2 Comments

New York Biology 2.5% Active Retinol with Hyaluronic AcidNew York Biology is a gentle 2.5% Retinol cream that is suitable for sensitive skin due to its’ hydrating base and lack of harsh, artificial chemical ingredients.

I’d recommend this as a solid Retinol product for those who have used Retinol for years as well as for those with sensitive skin that may not have been able to tolerate other Retinoids in the past. It is also an excellent price point if you are just starting out using Retinol creams and want to give one a try to see what all the hype is about for yourself.

MY RETINOL REGIMEN
I like doing a Vitamin C serum during the day and a Retinol cream at night to maximize my anti-aging program. This combo increases my collagen production, lightens my dark spots and hyperpigmentation, reduces fine wrinkles. I have sensitive skin, so I like that this Retinol is paired with such gentle and natural ingredients, that way I don’t have to skip a night of use due to dryness or irritation on my skin. I like that this Retinol is effective, and my skin is clearer after use, yet I can use it every night without any dryness, irritation, flaky skin or redness.

How often should Retinols be used?
It depends on your skin care needs. Some people use them twice a day; some people only once. My advice is if you are under 30, twice a day Retinol is great if your skin can tolerate it. It addresses acne, lightens acne scars, reduces pores, and builds collagen reserves. And blackheads just seem to want to flee off your face they purge so fast with twice a day Retinol use. But if you are over 30, consider a Vitamin C during the day and Retinol at night program. This way, you maximize your anti-aging benefits while still addressing the occasional pimple and wrinkle that manage to crop up at the same time. As a side note, even on once a day, I notice blackheads purging with this Retinol; it just took a little longer.

If your skin is sensitive or you are new to Retinols, for the first 30 days, only use it once a day or apply it every other day until you find what works for you.

APPLICATION:
It is simple to apply the cream: one pump of the container should cover your face, two to three pumps if you are doing your throat and decolletage. I use any leftover I have to the top of my hands, focusing on my knuckles and cuticles and my hands appear much younger. It is not wet or sticky after application, but allow a few minutes of dry down before applying your eye cream. There is already moisturizers in this Retinol cream, so unless you live in a very arid climate, you do not need to add a moisturizer atop your Retinol, as is the case with some Retinol creams. I that this Retinol contains a moisturizer because it is less effort at night to use it compared to some Retinols.

SUPPORTING INGREDIENTS
There are lots of retinol products available, so the supporting ingredients generally make or break a Retinol for me. The New York Biology Retinol has some quality ingredients worth considering, especially for those with sensitive skin.

This retinol is paired with Hyaluronic Acid, which hydrates the skin by holding a fair amount of water in the skin. This results in not only a dewy and supple look to the skin, but it plumps up wrinkles and diminishes their appearance. Hyaluronic Acid also helps active ingredients penetrate deeper into the skin, which means the Retinol can work on deep skin layers, effecting a better result on more collagen production and accelerated lightening of hyperpigmentation.

Supporting moisturizers include Aloe Vera, Sunflower Oil, Shea Butter, Green Tea and Jojoba Oil.

RESULTS:
Being able to use a Retinol every night is a real boon in my skin care regimen, so having a Retinol suitable for sensitive skin gives me faster results to having clear skin.

New York Biology 2.5% Active Retinol with Hyaluronic Acid

New York Biology 2.5% Active Retinol with Hyaluronic Acid

I received this item for testing and unbiased review purposes. If you have any questions about my experience with it, leave it in the comments section below, and I’ll do my best to answer it!

Posted by Style Chicks / Filed In: Anti-Aging, Beauty, Skincare
Tagged: New York Biology, New York Biology 2.5% Active Retinol with Hyaluronic Acid, Retinol, Skin, Skincare

How To: Friday Night at Home Facial Peel

February 18, 2011 · Leave a Comment

Want to be glowing by Saturday? Try this at home facial tonight:

This works best if you have prescription retinol at home (Retin-A, Retin-A Micro, Renova, etc), but any cream that has retinol in it will do.

  1. Wash your face and wait about a half-hour.
  2. Apply the retinol. If you are using Retin-A and typically use a pea-sized amount, and use a little extra. Let it soak in for a few minutes.
  3. Add a deep hydrating mask or cream over the retinol – we like:
    • CeraVe Moisturizing Cream
    • Caudalie Vinosource Moisturizing Cream-Mask Face and Eyes.

Both these products contain ingredients that leave skin dewy and protect the skin while the extra retinol performs a mini-peel.

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream has three key ceramides to hydrate and protect the skin barrier. Ceramide 3 is highly moisturizing. It also contains Hyaluronic Acid that holds moisture and plumps skin. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. If you suffer from eczema or aging skin, CeraVe helps skin tolerate Retinols. It is unscented/fragrance-free.

Caudalie Vinosource Moisturizing Cream is deeply hydrating and absorbs well. It sacks redness, tightness and flaky skin with nourishing Grape Seed oil and soothing Squalene. There is a very light pleasant scent.

To make sure that your skin is more dewy that flakey the next day, really slather on the moisturizer. Leave it on overnight, and wash it off in the morning (try using a Clarisonic for extra smoothness). Your skin will be glowing and bright all weekend long!

Now, obviously retinols are a long-term skincare commitment, but if your skin needs a little extra boost after a long week, this mask does the trick!

Can’t tolerate daily Retinol use? Try this retinol and cream mask trick once a week to buffer and build a retinol skin tolerance.

Posted by Style Chicks / Filed In: Beauty, How to..., Skincare, Spa Economy
Tagged: Caudalie, Cerave, Mask, Retinol

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