Retinyl Propionate
Explained
Retinyl Propionate is a retinoid. Retinoids are the gold-standard class of anti-aging ingredients.
Most retinoids have to be converted to become effective. For some, this conversion line is long and possible ineffective. The end goal? Retinoid acid, AKA tretinoin.
Retinyl Propionate is an ester of retinol, like Retinyl Palmitate. Though the conversion line is longer for this ingredient - the results seem promising.
A study from 2021 found Retinyl Propionate to be just as effective as retinol . FYI - Retinol is one of the most well-studied OTC ingredients.
Other studies show promising results as well:
- All participants in a (small) study saw increased skin elasticity after 8 weeks
- Several in-vitro studies show this ingredient to reduce the signs of sun-damage on skin
Reducing sun damage helps with: reducing the appearance of wrinkles, evening out skin tone, increasing skin plumpness, and decreasing dullness.
Using retinol or any retinoids will increase sun-sensitivity in the first few months. Though studies show retinoids increase your skin's natural SPF with continuous use, it is best to always wear sunscreen and sun-protection.
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