Retinol damaged skin
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Sep 26, 2013
Jennifer C.
I have been using retinol and its really done a number on the skin around my eyes. The skin has become really dry and red and swollen. I've stopped using the retinol a week ago but I've had no relief the moisturizer I'm using seems to be making it worse please help.
Sep 27, 2013
Shelley W.
Ouch! I don't know what moisturizer you are using now but it should be one that is non-active. Meaning its super basic with no treatment ingredients. If you have any coconut oil on hand apply a light application on the affected areas. Coconut oil contains antibacterial properties which is beneficial for healing. And were you using this retinol everyday?
Sep 27, 2013
Jennifer C.
Yes at first then I noticed the skin starting to get really dry so I stopped
Sep 27, 2013
Jennifer C.
Where can I purchase coconut oil?
Sep 27, 2013
Danny C.
The skin around the eyes is much thinner then the rest making it more sensitive. you need a gentle moisturizer and cleanser. you could use argan oil its very hydrating. also look for moisturizers containg feverfew aveeno has one called ultra calming they discontinued the nighttime one so you would have to use the spf version. I overdid it once w cleansers (given to me my a derm) that literally burned my skin it really helped. try cetafil sp? cleanser its very gentle
Sep 27, 2013
Jennifer C.
Thanks
Sep 27, 2013
Shelley W.
Coconut oil can be purchased at any healthy food store. Cold-pressed organic is best.
Sep 27, 2013
Traci L.
I use argan oil too and you have to work up to using retinol daily and only use retinol eye cream around your eyes the amount of retinol in the face serum is way stronger I use it now but thats after years of my skin being use to it retinol causes a rapid cell turnover an that causes a peeling of the skin if your new to it,and some people can only use it 3 times a week and that is fine it's about the prolonged use of it not the amount so cut your days down an stay away from your eye area and the corners of your nose and your cleanser should have no AHA in it Shelley , Danny and I have worked up to layering products it takes time for your skin to adjust.
Sep 27, 2013
Danny C.
That's right. taken me a while to figure out a good routine, its all trial and error and I am still learning. After a lot of research and some very helpful advise (thank you Tracy) finally think I've got it together.
Sep 27, 2013
Traci L.
You welcome hun we all have to do the trial and error cause when it comes to your skin it is the boss lol.
Sep 27, 2013
Shelley W.
Yep, right on Traci. I only use mine 3 days max and there has been times when I missed a whole week. I still have a ways to go before I reach for that prescription strength.
Sep 27, 2013
Traci L.
I use retin A somtimes now that is the strong stuff I don't use it that often because I micro my skin and you can't be on that for atleast 2 weeks I just stick to my retinol.
Sep 28, 2013
Gabby H.
Remember to use Retinol at night. Retinol and sun does NOT mix, which could be part of why your skin dried out, because it could be a minor sunburn effect. Put it on at night after washing your face, and wash your face in the morning.