retinoid
noun
ret·i·noid
ˈre-tə-ˌnȯid 
: any of various synthetic or naturally occurring analogs of vitamin A
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Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2026
Almost everyone will experience some element of irritation when first starting a retinoid, so start low and go slow.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2026
Beyond wrinkle reduction, retinoids offer another benefit.
—Kansas City Star, 7 Apr. 2026
Mauskar said using a prescribed retinoid or an over-the-counter retinol can help.
—ABC News, 6 Apr. 2026
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“Retinoid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/retinoid. Accessed 21 Apr. 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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