The Active Dictionary · Entry № 106
Pure Retinol
Retinol · vitamin A in its alcohol form
Pure retinol is vitamin A in its alcohol form — the biologically active cosmetic retinoid. SKEYNDOR formulates it pure rather than as a gentler ester, and doses it in International Units per gram, so retinoid strength can be read like-for-like across the range. It never travels alone: every Power Retinol formula locks it into a stabilising trio with bakuchiol and hydrosoluble soy extract.
The work it performs
What it does
Increases cellular turnover and compacts the outermost layer of skin, for visibly smoother, more refined texture.
Stimulates fibroblast activity, supporting the skin's own collagen and elastin, while helping to slow the enzymes that break them down.
Regulates melanin production and its transport — the basis of its visible evening effect on sun spots and uneven tone.
Regulates sebaceous activity, visibly refining the look of open pores and helping congested skin appear clearer.
Binds to retinoid receptors and works at the level of the cell's own renewal programme — not just on the surface.
In the formulas
Forms & strengths
In the cabin
In the cabin, pure retinol reaches 5,000 IU/g — a full daily retinoid allowance in a single professional application, applied in deliberately calm, smoothing movements over a six-treatment course.
The Power Retinol treatmentHandle with care
Introduce it slowly — every second or third night at first, building up over two to four weeks, always with sun protection by day. Never layer two retinol products in one application, and keep it away from the eye area and lips. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or your skin is sensitised or reactive, this is the entry to skip — read Bakuchiol instead.
Pairs well with
- BakuchiolStabilises the retinol molecule and gentles the whole formula — the house trio's second member.
- Hyaluronic AcidHydrate first — hydrated skin responds better to renewal. The cream layers comfortably over retinol at night.
- Vitamin CThe classic split shift: vitamin C defends by day, retinol renews by night.
On the shelf
Where it appears
Every formula below lists Pure Retinol among its active ingredients.
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