Skin Nerd: Five things to consider before you add retinol to your skincare routine

Jennifer Rock tells us about the hero ingredient can have a huge impact on your skin.

Skin Nerd: I’m not alone in my adoration for this skin-booster, with retinol being one of the most searched for skincare ingredients in 2021 according to a recent poll.

One of the most frequent questions I get asked is ‘what is my holy grail skincare ingredient?’ 

Time and time again the answer is the same and, I rarely miss a beat before answering - vitamin A. And I’m not alone in my adoration for this skin-booster, with retinol being one of the most searched for skincare ingredients in 2021 according to a recent poll.* Joint second (along with vitamin C and behind aloe vera, FYI), this skin-transforming ingredient topped the list in 12 countries worldwide.