Retinol is a highly discussed subject in the skin care industry. It is used for many skin conditions including acne, rashes, scars, dark circles, bags under eyes, wrinkles and aging. Certain products contain Retinol of different potencies, so not all products that contain it will work for you. This slide share will educate you on Retinol and how it is used in skin care as well as provide you with some solutions and alternatives.

1. WHAT IS RETINOL?
AN OVERVIEW OF RETINOL, HOW IT IS USED AND BENEFITS

2. RETINOL
• A derivative of Vitamin A
• Produced in body (precursors and derivatives)
• Began development early 1970s
• Top form of Skin Care Treatment via Creams
• Alternative to Laser and Microdermabrasion
• Over The Counter and Prescribed (Higher Dosage)
• Must be used with sunscreen (Daily Application)
Example of Retinol Cream by Geneva Naturals

3. RETINOL AND WRINKLES
Wrinkles are the results of oxygen molecules that have
broken down the skin cells over time and retinol is an
antioxidant that neutralizes these free radicals.
Skin Improver
Texture Tone Glow

4. TREATS FOLLOWING SKIN CONDITIONS
Acne
12%
Acne Scars
6%
Skin Rashes
25%
Wrinkles
31%
Age Spots
13%
Flaky Skin
13%

5. NATURAL PRODUCTS CONTAINING RETINOL AND ANTIOXIDANTS
Rosehip Seed Oil Frankincense Oil
Tara Tree Gum Chicory Root

6. HOW RETINOL IS AN ACNE TREATMENT
Acne is a condition of the skin that happened when hair follicles and pores
become filed with oil, dead skin cells, pollutants in the air, and other substances
then mix into the area.
Retinol is used to minimize oil production, eliminate bacteria and reduce
inflammation. May experience an increase in acne at the beginning of the
treatment.
Whiteheads PustulesPapules Nodules & CystsBlackheads

7. HOW RETINOL HELPS WITH SKIN SCARS
Scars occur when blood vessels occupy affected area, which gives the skin a pink appearance. Scars from
acne, pox, accidents or other diseases of the skin can be treated through dermabrasion.
Dermabrasion is the process of sanding down the skin with a rotating brush, which levels the scar in the
surrounding area. Not to be confused with microdermabrasion (tiny crystals sprayed on the surface and
used to smooth skin).
After, or along with, the process of dermabrasion, retinol aids the process by reducing collagen synthesis
and therefore reducing the significance of the scar.

8. IMPROVES APPEARANCE
Enlarged Pores
The results of aging,
humidity, sun
exposure and
heredity.
Dark Circles
The results of
unrestful sleep,
fatigue and/or
stress.

9. 4 SKIN CARE STEPS WITH RETINOL
1
• Cleanse
• Use variety of cleansing wipes, face washes/cleansers, and cloths.
2
• Exfoliate
• Use variety of either scrubs, microdermabrasion or face peels.
3
• Moisturize
• Use moisturizers to help clean the skin.
4
• Sunscreen
• Apply suncreen with an SPF of at least 30.

10. RETINOL REVERSING THE EFFECTS OF SUN EXPOSURE
Sun is the #1 cause of uneven toning and wrinkling of the skin. The skin naturally
tries to compensate the effects of the sun by increasing the production of the
pigment melanin, which gives the appearance of either a terrible burn or a
beautiful glowing sun tan, depending on your sensitivity to the sun.

11. GENEVA NATURALS AND RETINOL
The skin is the largest organ in the human body and absorbs just about everything we put on to
its surface. Formulated with this in mind, Geneva Naturals is dedicated to offering only the
purest and most effective form of natural skin care products possible, always free of parabens,
sulfates, and phthalates so you can capture the benefits of our products without any of these
irritating or harmful ingredients that many popular skin products today contain.
Our line of luxurious yet affordable anti-aging skin care products are aimed at improving your
overall skin condition and helping to reverse the signs of aging. Revitalize and restore your skin
back to its youthful glow and allow your natural beauty to shine through with Geneva Naturals.
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