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Retinoids are natural and synthetic vitamin A derivative. You can have vitamin A deficiency because of UV exposure, oxidative stress, and the natural aging process. The natural form of retinoids is Retinaldehyde. Retinaldehyde (RAL) is a potent vitamin A derivative. It is available in two forms − Retinal Retinol There is a minute difference between the terms retinal and retinol, but a vast difference exists in breaking it down and its efficacy. Retinal (Retinaldehyde) and retinol come from the same group called retinoids form all forms of vitamin A, and the pure form is retinoid ... Read More

As both retinol and retinoids are often found in cosmetics and dietary supplements, the terms are commonly used interchangeably. Anti-aging, acne-fighting, discoloration-reducing, and skin- brightening benefits have all been attributed to them. Because these substances are ineffective in sunlight, dermatologists recommend using them after dark. Both begin life as vitamin A and must be converted into retinoic acid before they can be used on the skin. Retinol and prescription retinoids share the same first syllable, although retinoid is the more general name for them both. Nevertheless, retinol is more widely available since it is an OTC medicine despite having a ... Read More