retinol
noun
ret·i·nol
ˈre-tə-ˌnȯl 
-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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David Robert Elliott One product Evelyn does not use is retinol, a form of vitamin A that helps smooth wrinkles and boost collagen production, which begins to slow down around age 25.
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Dianna Mazzone Singh, Allure, 2 Apr. 2024
While the popular active, retinol, can thicken the skin but consistent use for at least six months is required.
—India Espy-Jones, Essence, 28 Mar. 2024
The category includes retinol, which is often found in over-the-counter products and is used to reduce signs of aging.
—Katie Mogg, NBC News, 29 Feb. 2024
The core exfoliating benefits come from the pairing of retinol with alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) and a blend of glycolic, lactic, and salicylic acid.
—Macaela MacKenzie, Glamour, 15 Feb. 2024
Beauty-store barbarian Sephora tweens stampeding through skin-care aisles and slathering their baby faces in retinol?
—Sonja Sharp, Los Angeles Times, 22 Mar. 2024
From affordable retinols to brightening Caudalie products and Nuxe body oil, this two-story pharmacy in Saint-Germain-des-Prés makes for excellent souvenir shopping.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 22 Mar. 2024
Always check with a doctor before introducing any type of retinol product to your teen’s skin and keep in mind that a small amount goes a long way.
—Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 26 Feb. 2024
If a child insists on additional products, parents should avoid retinol and exfoliating hydroxy acids.
—Katie Mogg, NBC News, 29 Feb. 2024
Dianna Mazzone Singh, Allure, 2 Apr. 2024
While the popular active, retinol, can thicken the skin but consistent use for at least six months is required.
—India Espy-Jones, Essence, 28 Mar. 2024
The category includes retinol, which is often found in over-the-counter products and is used to reduce signs of aging.
—Katie Mogg, NBC News, 29 Feb. 2024
The core exfoliating benefits come from the pairing of retinol with alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) and a blend of glycolic, lactic, and salicylic acid.
—Macaela MacKenzie, Glamour, 15 Feb. 2024
Beauty-store barbarian Sephora tweens stampeding through skin-care aisles and slathering their baby faces in retinol?
—Sonja Sharp, Los Angeles Times, 22 Mar. 2024
From affordable retinols to brightening Caudalie products and Nuxe body oil, this two-story pharmacy in Saint-Germain-des-Prés makes for excellent souvenir shopping.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 22 Mar. 2024
Always check with a doctor before introducing any type of retinol product to your teen’s skin and keep in mind that a small amount goes a long way.
—Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 26 Feb. 2024
If a child insists on additional products, parents should avoid retinol and exfoliating hydroxy acids.
—Katie Mogg, NBC News, 29 Feb. 2024
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Word History
Etymology
retin- + -ol entry 1; from its being the source of retinal
First Known Use
1960, in the meaning defined above
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“Retinol.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/retinol. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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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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