Why you should only use retinol in the evening

When we encounter something that is simply too good to be true, one question usually comes up very quickly: “Yes, what’s the catch?”

Touted by many dermatologists as a true anti-ageing miracle, retinol is practically a prime example of this. Because with its incredible potential to effectively counteract skin ageing, it clearly falls into the category of “too good to be true” to begin with.

Retinol serum (vitamin A) not only ensures a fresh and balanced complexion, but also smoothes and evens the skin, as it regulates sebum production, which leads to a refinement of pores. As an acne remedy, it works effectively against pimples and skin impurities.

Not enough benefits yet? Good, then let’s continue: Retinol promotes the regeneration of the skin and supports the formation of new cells. Thus, the skin is always optimally protected. In addition, retinol stimulates collagen synthesis .

And what does that mean for you?

Your skin is plumped up from the inside, looks firmer, wrinkles disappear or do not appear at all. Retinol serum can rightly be called a performance star when it comes to effective anti-ageing. It convinces with a whole range of benefits and presents itself as an absolute beauty care all-rounder. And this is not least due to the fact that retinol does not only have a superficial effect, but reaches into the deepest layers of the skin.

At this point, at the latest, the impression suggests itself: “This is actually too good to be true! And there it is, the inevitable question: “What’s the catch?”

The answer to this question is short and delightful: there is none! Yes, retinol is indeed particularly effective for ambitious skincare, but definitely not too good to be true. However, retinol is so performant and skin-activating that it is definitely advisable to strictly observe the recommended application.

Especially for sensitive skin, you should start with a small dose and then slowly work your way up to the right dose.

The iron rule for Retinol serum is: Always apply in the evening! The reasons for this are simple and obvious: retinol activates the regeneration and new cell formation of the skin. This regenerative and renewing effect is accompanied by a higher sensitivity of the skin to light. That’s why you should always apply a sunscreen with a sufficiently high sun protection factor (ideally SPF 50) after application the next morning. In addition, the effect of retinol decreases in daylight. You will therefore achieve the best effect if there is no daylight during the application.

This makes the ideal application for you at the same time a clear win-win situation: Just let Retinol work for your youthful fresh appearance while you snuggle up in your bed and recover from the stress of the day while you sleep.