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Login or signup to continue reading $ 0 / $ NaN /year All articles from our website & app The digital version of Today's Paper Breaking news alerts direct to your inbox Interactive Crosswords, Sudoku and Trivia All articles from the other regional websites in your area Continue Photo by Shutterstock. Retinol has taken the beauty world by storm, becoming one of the most talked about skincare ingredients in recent years, with everyone from celebrities to dermatologists, to everyday beauty-loving folks singing its praises. Known as a "holy grail" ingredient, retinol is proven to reduce signs of ageing by boosting collagen and increasing cell turnover for smoother, more youthful skin.
Sounds nice, right? Mind-blowingly, the global market for retinol products reached AUD $1.36 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow by 5.9 per cent from 2024 to 2030, in large part thanks to consumer awareness about its effectiveness in skincare.
But like many products that seem 'too-good-to-be-true', retinol has its limitations. While it's not necessarily going to transform your skin or life overnight, it can make a significant impact for the right skin type. In this article, we explore the basics of retinol: what it is, how it works, what it treats, the risks and benefits and how to use it safely.
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