On the method of using retinol after glycolic acid toner
The way of skin care, the use of glycolic acid toner and retinol successively, is quite popular. Glycolic acid is a type of fruit acid, which is lively and can exfoliate, rejuvenate the skin, and promote cell renewal. Its use can also make the old keratin on the surface of the skin fall off, make the skin smoother, and help the absorption of subsequent skin care products.

However, retinol has the ability to regulate skin cell differentiation, stimulate collagen production, reduce wrinkles, lighten spots, and make the skin firm. However, it is strong and irritating to the skin.

If you use retinol after glycolic acid toner, be careful. Glycolic acid has thinned the stratum corneum of the skin, and the skin's defense is slightly weaker at this time. The irritation of retinol may cause the skin to be intolerant, resulting in redness and tingling.

If you want to use it, check the skin's tolerance first. If the skin is usually strong, you can try it on a small scale first. After cleansing, apply a thin layer of glycolic acid toner, let it dry, then take a small amount of retinol product, apply it behind the ear or under the chin, and wait for a few days to see if there is any discomfort. If there is no abnormality, you can use it in small amounts on the face.

And the frequency of use, it should be sparse at first. If once a week, gradually increase to two or three times a week. Pay attention to moisturizing when using it, and apply retinol, which can be followed by a moisturizing cream to protect the balance of water and oil in the skin.

Furthermore, after using glycolic acid toner during the day, if you want to use retinol, you must do a good job of sun protection. Because both can increase the skin's sensitivity to ultraviolet rays, if there is no protection, it is easy to cause sunburn and sun aging.

In short, using retinol after glycolic acid toner can take the length of the two and beautify the skin. However, you need to use it carefully and step by step according to your own skin characteristics in order to keep the skin healthy and get the benefits of skin care.