Studies have shown that retinol
is beneficial for acne-prone skin. A cream with retinol helps increase skin-cell turnover, which
ultimately reduces the buildup of dead skin cells. With fewer dead cells on the surface of the
skin, pores are less likely to become clogged. Retinol creams provide chemical exfoliation,
which may be less irritating than the physical or mechanical exfoliation associated with facial
scrubs.
However, as with any topical
skincare products that target acne, it can take time to see results. Be sure to follow the
recommendations of your skincare professions when using retinol and any other blemish-fighting products . If retinol cream is part of your skincare regimen, it’s imperative to apply a broad
spectrum sunscreen daily, rain or shine. SkinCeuticals offers several non-comedogenic, oil-free
sunscreen formulations that deliver a high level of UVA/UVB protection without clogging pores.