Anti-aging

Key actives

• Retinol and retinal: the most studied forms of vitamin A for the look of wrinkles. The Black Rice Night Knight Retinol Serum by Haruharu Wonder is a good place to start; see our retinol skincare.
• Bakuchiol: a plant-based alternative that is often better tolerated, as in the Bakuchiol Timeless Bloom Revitalising Serum by Purito.
• Peptides and collagen: for suppleness and the look of firmness, such as the Centella Phyto & 5 Peptide Concentrate Cream by Haruharu Wonder; see our peptide selection.
• PDRN: an ingredient widely used in Korea, associated with skin comfort and radiance, such as the 360° Shot PDRN Active Serum Renew by Centellian24; see our PDRN selection.

Sunscreen, the first anti-ageing step

UVA rays contribute to visible skin ageing. Sunscreen every morning, even in winter, completes all the actives above; see our sun protection.

How to use it

Introduce one active at a time. Retinol and retinal are applied in the evening, two or three times a week at first, then more often if your skin tolerates them. Avoid combining them with exfoliating acids on the same evening.

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