retinoid
noun
ret·i·noid
ˈre-tə-ˌnȯid 
: any of various synthetic or naturally occurring analogs of vitamin A
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Retinal, which is different from retinol, is considered one of the most effective over-the-counter retinoid forms for improving fine lines, texture, and uneven tone.
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Iman Balagam, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2026
According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), retinoids are vitamin A–derived ingredients used in skincare to improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, uneven texture and acne.
—Allison Palmer
updated February 25, Miami Herald, 25 Feb. 2026
The best drugstore retinols give you the smoothing, brightening perks of a retinoid without a dermatologist visit or a prescription.
—Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 23 Feb. 2026
Vitamin A is the name of a group of fat-soluble vitamins containing retinoids, primarily retinol and retinyl esters.12 Vitamin A is stored in the liver in the form of retinyl esters.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 2 Feb. 2026
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Iman Balagam, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2026
According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), retinoids are vitamin A–derived ingredients used in skincare to improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, uneven texture and acne.
—Allison Palmer
updated February 25, Miami Herald, 25 Feb. 2026
The best drugstore retinols give you the smoothing, brightening perks of a retinoid without a dermatologist visit or a prescription.
—Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 23 Feb. 2026
Vitamin A is the name of a group of fat-soluble vitamins containing retinoids, primarily retinol and retinyl esters.12 Vitamin A is stored in the liver in the form of retinyl esters.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 2 Feb. 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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