Retinol vs. Retinoid: How to Choose the Right Vitamin A Derivative

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: the most effective weapons in the acne battle are vitamin A derivatives. And since vitamin A derivatives are proven to repair photodamage, they’re also the go-to ingredients when it comes to tackling aging issues. Almost everyone can benefit from a topical vitamin A, but confusion reigns […]

Is there a difference between Tretinoin | Retin-A and Retinol?

Honestly, this is asked almost on the daily within my cosmetic clinic in Wilston, Brisbane. It’s an important question. While tretinoin and retinol are similar and can be used for similar concerns, there really is a definitive difference. Ok, just to begin, tretinoin was developed more than 25 years ago as a topical treatment for […]