On the method of using retinol after cleansing with glycolic acid
If you use glycolic acid to cleanse your face, can you use retinol later? This is a question that sincere skin care people often think about.

Glycolic acid is a fruit acid and the like, which has the ability to exfoliate and rejuvenate the skin. When cleansing, it can remove the old and waste exfoliation on the surface of the skin, make the skin more radiant, and promote the absorption of subsequent skin care products. However, it also has a certain irritation, and the skin may be temporarily sensitive after use.

Retinol is essential for skin anti-aging and promoting cell renewal. However, its nature is also strong, use it directly, or cause skin intolerance, redness, desquamation, etc.

If retinol is used immediately after cleansing with glycolic acid, the skin needs to be tested for tolerance. If the skin is generally healthy and well tolerated. After cleansing, when the skin is dry, you can apply a small amount of retinol thinly to observe the skin's reaction. If there is no discomfort, you can gradually increase the dosage and frequency.

If the skin is already sensitive, it is advisable to use retinol slowly after cleansing with glycolic acid. You can nourish the skin with moisturizing and soothing things first, and then try retinol when the skin is stable. And at the beginning, dilute retinol or reduce the frequency of use, such as once or twice a week, until the skin adapts, and then make adjustments.

In short, using retinol after cleansing with glycolic acid, when done carefully according to your skin type, step by step, can protect skin health and receive the effect of skin care.