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Wed Apr 12, 2006 7:41 pm  |
I want to add retinol to my current regimen and I notice that IS Clinical ProHeal Serum contains retinol. Can I take ProHeal as a retinol product comparable to other effective retinol products (say SC .5%)? If I use ProHeal, do I need another retinol product?
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Wed Apr 12, 2006 8:45 pm |
| I believe the retinol in ProHeal is fairly minuscule..I think about .01%. IMHO that's not a very significant amount. I had a sample of ProHeal and really loved it for it's antioxidant properties. I currently use a retinalhyde based product and would continue to do so even if I used the ProHeal. Hope this helps! |
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Early 40's, normal/dry, Oily T zone (summer) fine lines, hyperpigmentation |
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Wed Apr 12, 2006 11:28 pm |
Hi CK - I tried ProHeal Serum andwww.skinterra.com says it contains 1% retinol. My skin reacted the way it does to any retinoid -- I experienced some irritation and flakiness/peeling. I found it to be a bit oily, which probably isn't bad since retinol is drying. But I moved on to SC .5% Retinol, since retinol is supposed to be most potent when used alone as opposed to a blend like ProHeal, or with added layers of skincare on top.
I'd say the ProHeal could be a sufficient dose of retinol. If you have dry skin, it may be easier to tolerate than the SC, which I've stopped for now. If your skin is oily and tough, maybe SC will work for you -- it was too drying for me, especially during the winter months. I've recently switched to Avene Ystheal Emulsion for face, and Ystheal Contour Des Yeux, both which contain retinaldehyde. They're milder than the SC Retinol, but I seem to be developing a sensitivity to retinoids and can't even use them too often, either.
It all depends on your skin type and retinoid tolerance, I suppose. |
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Wed Apr 12, 2006 11:43 pm |
I have combination skin and never experienced allergy/flakiness/peeling. So I suppose it's rather tough. I'm concerned about the texture of the serums. I was recommended to use Active Serum, ProHeal and Hydra Cool. Would any of these too oily for my combo skin?
I'm thinking of getting either Active or ProHeal first and ask for samples of the others. Which one would be a better start? |
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Thu Apr 13, 2006 3:13 am |
| CK, I have used the ISC products you mentioned and I can assure you that you will not find them too oily. ProHeal probably has the oiliest texture but, on my oily skin, it absorbs fully within a minute of application with no residue. |
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Skin: Over 60, ex combination now sensitive, Cellcosmet |
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Thu Apr 13, 2006 4:24 am |
| I have just started using SC 0.5. The first time I used it my skin really peeled and stupidly I used a harsh exfoliant and my skin was terrible. Following friendly advice from the forum members, I left it for a week and then tried again, I applied it on Synday night and there has been no irritation or peeling this time. I'm sure my skin looks better too - although that may be psychological as I'm sure it wouldn't produce results that quickly!!! |
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Thu Apr 13, 2006 4:58 am |
I've been checking out the reviews (older ones as well) here in the forum now and got the impression that I'd rather should try some retinol treatment, looks like common even for younger age-categories already ! Probably Skinceuticals' Retinol 0,5 - however I'm a bit afraid, as my skin doesn't like to be "overtreated" and always had problems with serums and the likes (reacts with eruptions).
My skin is not really sensitive, just doesn't like having on too many different things on the same time.
So I'd appreciate to read your various experiences with Retinol-products. |
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Thu Apr 13, 2006 6:43 am |
I'm taking the advice of the forum members here too. So I started using Vit C serum about 3 months ago and now I'd like to try retinol too. I have never known any product that really improves skin condition and texture before coming to this forum. Thanks for all the reviews/advice (though maybe not addressed to me) of the members here. I didn't have much real problem with my skin except that it's so DULL and gives me an unhealthy look. Now it has improved alot and look brighter, clearer and more evenly toned.  |
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