Derms Tag

For people with sensitive skin, even essentially the most seemingly harmless and soothing skin-care ingredients can sometimes cause an antagonistic response (taking a look at you, niacinamide). So on the subject of retinol, a type of vitamin A that aids in cell turnover for healthier skin, those that are sensitive should tread flippantly, because the ingredient has a track record of inducing irritation. That said, "retinol may be utilized by nearly everyone whether it is used appropriately," says Erin Gilbert, MDa board-certified dermatologist based in Recent York City. Her motto? "Start low and take it slow."Dr. Gilbert is not the only skin-care expert with advice for using retinol effectively on sensitive skin. We spoke with several dermatologists and gathered their...