retinol
noun
ret·i·nol
ˈre-tə-ˌnȯl 
-ˌnōl
-ˌnōl
: the chief and typical vitamin A C20H29OH that is a highly unsaturated alicyclic alcohol used in various forms in medicine and nutrition
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According to Woodruff, the cream works particularly well for older women when paired with its matching retinol cream (the two creams can be purchased separately or as a duo).
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Specifically, retinol smooths fine lines, lessens wrinkle depth, and whittles the appearance of large pores.
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The slow-release retinol formula helps reduce tech neck and wrinkles from repetitive movements.
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Starting a retinol or continuing your retinol journey can be a bumpy process, literally and figuratively.
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Jenny Berg, Vogue, 1 June 2026
Specifically, retinol smooths fine lines, lessens wrinkle depth, and whittles the appearance of large pores.
—Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 29 May 2026
The slow-release retinol formula helps reduce tech neck and wrinkles from repetitive movements.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Glamour, 27 May 2026
Starting a retinol or continuing your retinol journey can be a bumpy process, literally and figuratively.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 14 May 2026
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“Retinol.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/retinol. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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retinol
noun
ret·i·nol
ˈret-ᵊn-ˌȯl
-ˌōl
: the most common form of vitamin A
Medical Definition
retinol
noun
ret·i·nol
ˈret-ᵊn-ˌȯl
-ˌōl
-ˌōl
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