Comments on: The Ultimate Guide To Paula’s Choice Retinol Products: Which One Is Right For You?

By: Gio

Gio — Sat, 20 Apr 2019 14:48:31 +0000

In reply to Alyssa.

Alyssa, I think your expectations are just too high. Retinol works… SLOWLY. It takes at least 2 months before it can start affecting collagen production. At first you will see just an improvement in the texture of your skin and only with constant use a difference in your wrinkles.

Do keep using this moisturiser for the time being and then upgrade to a serum with a slightly higher dose so you can see results a little faster. Ideally, you should build up tolerance until you’re ready for prescription tretinoin, as that works the fastest. But it’s very harsh and can dry out your skin massively if your skin isn’t ready for it.

By: Alyssa

Alyssa — Sat, 13 Apr 2019 03:36:06 +0000

Hi Gio, really hoping you can help. Your website convinced me to buy my first retinol- RESIST Barrier Repair Moisturizer with Retinol by Paula’s choice. I’ve been using it for past 4 months with little results and am wondering if I have been applying enough. I’ve been applying only one pump (ie one pea size). Is this not enough given that the retinol is diluted in the moisterizer and a low %? Does the pea sized application apply to concentrated serums (at higher strengths) only? Should I instead apply enough of this product to moisterizer my face? You are my last resort because I can’t find this information anywhere. THANK YOU!!

By: Gio

Gio — Thu, 04 Apr 2019 10:30:29 +0000

In reply to Lucy. Lucy, there is no clear date. But if you're diligent with sunscreen, I wouldn't bother with retinol until you're 25 at least. Don't get sucked up by the hype. Use what you need when you need it.

By: Lucy

Lucy — Mon, 01 Apr 2019 13:13:14 +0000

Hi, Gio! I’m 23 and I’d like to ask if there’s a time when it’s too early to use retinol. Could it be wrong to use retinol before your 30s? If that’s the case, why would that be? Thank you so much and keep up your amazing work!

By: Gio

Gio — Fri, 01 Mar 2019 09:43:11 +0000

In reply to Elisa. Elisa, yes it is.

By: Elisa

Elisa — Thu, 28 Feb 2019 15:58:03 +0000

Hi Gio! Is SKIN RECOVERY SUPER ANTIOXIDANT CONCENTRATE SERUM WITH RETINOL a silicone based product?