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Editor\u2019s tip:<\/strong> If you want more of a retinal punch, this formula comes in a 0.05% version.<\/p>\n Key ingredients:<\/strong> encapsulated retinaldehyde, peptides, ceramides, omegas | Fragrance-free:<\/strong> yes | Who it\u2019s for:<\/strong> all skin types, especially for dry skin<\/p>\n Youth to the People<\/p>\n Why we love it:<\/strong> While it\u2019s great for most skin types, Dr. Berry especially loves Youth to the People\u2019s Retinal + Niacinamide Youth Serum for oily or combo skin. \u201cIt glides on smoothly, sinks in fast, and strikes a nice balance,\u201d she says. The formula combines 0.15% stabilized retinal with five percent niacinamide to support your skin barrier and even out tone. \u201cPlus, ceramides and adaptogens help calm and hydrate, so you get all the benefits without the usual dryness or flaking,\u201d says Dr. Berry. It also contains hyaluronic acid, which gives the serum a refreshing, lightweight feel and delivers just the right amount of hydration, leaving oily skin feeling balanced, not greasy.<\/p>\n Editor\u2019s tip:<\/strong> The yellowish tint you see when you apply this skin-care product is normal\u2014that\u2019s just the natural color of retinal. It\u2019ll dry down clear.<\/p>\n Key ingredients:<\/strong> retinaldehyde, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, ceramides | Fragrance-free:<\/strong> yes | Who it\u2019s for:<\/strong> all skin types, especially for oily skin<\/p>\n \u201cRetinal and retinol are both vitamin A derivatives, but retinal is one step closer to retinoic acid\u2014the active form your skin uses. That means it works faster and is typically more potent than retinol,\u201d says Dr. Levit. While retinol needs two conversions in the skin to become active, retinal only needs one, so you\u2019ll often see quicker results when smoothing fine lines, improving texture, and fading dark spots. That said, \u201cretinal can also be slightly more intense, so it\u2019s usually recommended for those who\u2019ve already built some tolerance to retinoids,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n It depends. \u201cIf you have sensitive skin or are brand-new to retinoids, retinol is a great place to start,\u201d says Dr. Berry. \u201cIf you’re already tolerating retinol well, or you’re targeting deeper wrinkles, pigmentation, or acne, retinal can offer faster and more noticeable results with less irritation than prescription-strength options.\u201d<\/p>\n When Allure<\/em> tests a product, our editors look at it from every angle in an effort to best serve you. We review ingredients, scrutinize brand claims, and, when necessary, examine peer-reviewed scientific and medical studies. In addition to testing each and every product that’s included in each and every review, we rely on experts who shape their fields, including dermatology, cosmetic chemistry, and medicine, to help us vet the ingredients and formulas.<\/p>\n<\/div>\nBest for Oily Skin:<\/strong> Youth to the People Retinal + Niacinamide Youth Serum<\/h2>\n
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