Vogue's Top Retinol Body Lotions for Firming and Tightening Skin
Vogue has released a comprehensive guide highlighting the top retinol body lotions, backed by insights from dermatology experts. Retinol, a derivative of vitamin A, is known for enhancing collagen production and promoting cell turnover, effectively tackling issues related to sun damage, aging, and skin texture. Featured specialists include Aderonke Obayomi, M.D., Y. Claire Chang, M.D., Corey L. Hartman, M.D., Navin S. Arora, D.O., and Blair Murphy-Rose, M.D. Recommended products encompass Paula’s Choice Skin-Smoothing Retinol Body Treatment (0.1% retinol, enriched with vitamins C and E), Nécessaire The Body Retinol (0.1%, with peptides and glycolic acid), and others. The guide also discusses retinol concentrations, essential ingredients, suitable users (excluding pregnant or breastfeeding individuals), and suggested application frequency.
Key facts
- Retinol is a vitamin A derivative that speeds cellular turnover and stimulates collagen production.
- The body can show signs of sun damage and aging, including on chest and forearms.
- Vogue's top pick is Paula’s Choice Skin-Smoothing Retinol Body Treatment with 0.1% retinol.
- Nécessaire The Body Retinol contains 0.1% retinol plus mandelic and glycolic acids.
- Versed Press Restart Retinol Body Lotion has 0.01% retinol, suitable for beginners.
- Soft Services Software Update Retinol Body Serum has 0.25% retinol and 5% niacinamide.
- Osea Dream Bio-Retinol Body Serum uses an algae-derived alternative to retinol.
- Gold Bond Age Renew Retinol Overnight Body & Face Lotion is fragrance-free and contains peptides.
- Naturium Skin-Renewing Retinol Body Lotion includes allantoin and shea butter for dry skin.
- Shani Darden Body Reform Treatment Serum uses 2% granactive retinoid and kojic acid.
- Effective retinol concentration for body is typically 0.5% to 1%, but can be as low as 0.01%.
- Retinol body lotions should be used at night and with sunscreen during the day.
- Retinol is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding individuals.
Entities
Institutions
- Vogue
- Mount Sinai
- UnionDerm
- Skin Wellness Dermatology
- Borealis Dermatology
- American Academy of Dermatology
- American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
- Paula’s Choice
- Nécessaire
- Versed
- Soft Services
- Osea
- Gold Bond
- Naturium
- Shani Darden
Locations
- New York, NY
- New York City
- Birmingham, AL
- Long Island, NY
- Newport Beach, CA
- Los Angeles, CA