Retinol v hyaluronic acid v glycolic acid?!

[whereiscaroline]

My skin is looking really old and I want to start a proper skincare regime.

I've bought some Nip & Fab glycolic wipe things. But I'm reading online that I should be trying hyaluronic acid and retinol products and I just can't work out what's what and which product to use when and aaaaaaargh.

Please can someone in the know tell me the correct skincare regime with these products?

Sorry to piggy back; can I use a Retinol when breastfeeding?

I'm 41 and think it might be a good idea to start a gentle one.

I've been having some issues with my skin (partially hormones I suspect as it was amazing at the end of pregnancy) and probably lack of sleep, definitely the sudden cold and central heating.

I did read that oily tight skin is actually dehydrated sp getting the cleanser right and a humectant moisturiser helps (eg aveeno) - must admit I used aveeno as a make up remover tonight and then over my vitamin c serum and my skin feels much happier! I need to look into my cleanser routine. I love the vitamin c serum from timeless (bit of a treat) and am going to try their Squalane at night, possibly with aveeno for now.

I think a good spf now would help too long term OP.

OP - If it doesn't mention nano-hyaluronic acid, then I'm afraid it's probably just hyaluronic acid.

Thanks for posting this @whereiscaroline. I was planning to post a similar question myself about Retinol and hyaluronic acid. I've only just heard about glycolic in your post!

I’m 46 and a few weeks ago bought Obagi retinol 1.0%. I’m about a month in and, despite mild flakiness, I’m so impressed with how my skin is looking. It’s taken me by surprise to be honest. I am very lined, OP. People actually comment on my wrinkles all the time because they’re so prevalent.
I’m beginning to look a whole lot fresher and healthier. My skin has a softness to it I haven’t felt in years! I cleanse with Lush Ultrabalm and exfoliate with Nip Fab’s glycolic pads.

Nano-Hyaluronic Acid molecules, on the other hand, pass the skin barrier and have significant benefits. Make sure to find those creams.

I'm yet to see a high quality research paper proving this I'm afraid.

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• @FruitCider i am early 30s what cream etc would you recommend don't think I'd keep up with microneedling? Thanks*

It depends what results you want to achieve. If you haven't got any problems in particular than just moisturiser and a good supplement if your diet isn't too good will work wonders.

Collagen shots/tablets are another option for anti-ageing, they work very well but can end up costing £3+ a day for high quality ones.

NeurotrashWarrior no, its not advised.

Is moisturiser with SPF enough to use with retinol or do you need to use suncream? Which SPF would be suitable?

Sorry, me again! So, looking at The Ordinary website - there's six to choose from in terms of Retinol. How do I know which to choose?!

I'm sure the confusion over these products is ageing me further 😂

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I have religiously used moisturiser from the age of 16. Morning and night.

Unfortunately all moisturisers now seem to contain hylauronic acid.

I suddenly found my skin was becoming very dry, red and scaly.

Narrowed it down to hylauronic acid.

Stopped using cream and now don't use anything. Skin is still very very dry and painful but can't find anything that is heavy duty enough that doesn't contain hyaluronic acid.

For me it dries my skin out instead of keeping moisture in

Profhilo is a total waste of money.

Obagi/Zo is bloody fantastic.

The best tolerated one will be the 2% retinoid in Squalane, bur YMMV.

I use Hadalabo Premium Lotion for as hyaluronic serum, it's a huge bottle from amazon for £12, and top with a moisturiser.

OP there is a section where it tells you the difference between Retinoid and retinol. And the difference between Squalane and emulsion. Squalane feels oily. Emulsion more creamy/water

Another skincare addict here....

Check out Caroline Hirons blog (and YouTube), she makes it all so clear.

I use all 3 of what you mention. Pixi glow tonic is a great and affordable glycolic. Loads of hyalunronic brands available. I spend on the retinol.

Also double cleanse. Think that’s what’s made the biggest difference to my skin.

The micro needling caused me long term problems.

Thanks all, will check out Caroline last on YouTube!

*lady!

Profhilo is a total waste of money.

Of course it is... that's why pharmacists are running out of stock! But what would I know, I'm only an aesthetic nurse

I wouldn't worry about the difference between different types of hyaluronic acid if I were you, just find a hydrating serum you like that feels good, it should make your skin look plumper.

I use a retinoid at night and other actives in the morning, just to keep it simple. As well as The Ordinary I like La Roche Posay and Avene products which are gentle and relatively affordable. A vitamin C serum will brighten the skin - I use this interchangeably with a hydrating serum (hyaluronic acid), or one after the other.

I would build the glycolic wipes into your routine maybe 3 times a week at first. It depends how sensitive your skin is. Some can swipe them on every day before using other actives. I can only use exfoliators 3 times a week and use lactic acid instead of glycolic as it's gentler.

Oh, and always use sunscreen as your final step when using exfoliants or retinoids.

Profhilo is a total waste of money.

Of course it is... that's why pharmacists are running out of stock! But what would I know, I'm only an aesthetic nurse hmm

Profhilo did not work for me. It made no difference at all. Clearly it doesn't work for everyone and is really expensive.

This is a really interesting thread but I'm totally confused.
I have oily but dry skin, that is sensitive, what should I be using, I'm late 30's.

Fruitcider- I don't give a shiney shite if you're the Lord Mayor of Trumpton, profhilo is the emporers new clothes.

Fwiw I'm not finding H acid helpful.