retinoid
noun
ret·i·noid
ˈre-tə-ˌnȯid 
: any of various synthetic or naturally occurring analogs of vitamin A
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Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 23 June 2026
It can be used as a bridge into retinoid use, or paired with stronger retinoids to cut down on irritation.
—Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 23 June 2026
The Skinspan review emphasizes that retinoids, antioxidants and moisturizers all underperform when daily sunscreen is skipped.
—Allison Palmer
updated June 13, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 June 2026
And compared with stronger anti-aging ingredients like retinoids or chemical exfoliants, copper peptides are generally considered less irritating and are often well-tolerated by sensitive skin.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 13 June 2026
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“Retinoid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/retinoid. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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retinoid
noun
ret·i·noid
ˈret-ᵊn-ˌȯid
: any of various synthetic or naturally occurring analogs of vitamin A
retinoid
adjective
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