Retinol vs Adapalene vs Retinoic Acid

Fall is a great time to start using retinoids. Here’s a little guide to get you started. 
“Retinoid” is the term for the family of Vit A derivatives. 
Retinoids are the most well studied and effective category of skincare ingredients for fighting the visible signs of aging (fine lines and wrinkles) as well as acne.
However they are also one of the most confusing skincare ingredients and often misused.
There are over the counter retinoids and prescription retinoids. OTC undergo stepwise conversion in skin to become retinoic acid, the most bioactive and hence most efficacious form.
Forms needing multiple steps of conversion to become retinoic acid are weaker. The steps of conversion take several months hence they are less irritating and tend to yield slower results than prescription ones. However with consistent use the OTC retinoids can yield very similar benefits when it comes to anti-aging and hyperpigmentation.  
Formulation matters a lot! Here are some of my favorite OTC options details on why in my full youtube video:
Retinol- @olay retinol24 max 
@roc retinol capsules
Adapalene- @larocheposay @differin
Retinaldehyde @avene Retinal
Granactive- I'm still on the fence about this derivative but many rave about @theordinary 
Hope this helps. Part Two is coming soon!
#retinol #differin #dermatologist

[NamasteSammie]

Consistency over potency! I use the Cerave resurfacing serum and I really like it because it's non irritating and moisturizing. I use it about 3 days a week and I don't use it on the days I exfoliate.

[fefemyluv]

I just restarted Tretinoin at the lowest percent (0.01%) and it is the best skincare investment I’ve made besides SPF. My skin is glowing and getting baby smooth!

[De_Sava]

Your skin looks amazing! Wish you practiced in my State, you would have a client.

[laibanush]

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[LS-gybq]

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[sassy]

I love your videos! You are MY dermatologist! I’m in FL and I don’t mind taking the drive to come see you!

[micdeleon]

Can you do a video discussing why some people have faces that are darker in color than the rest of their body? Is this a sunscreen issue or is it something that cannot be changed?

[deborahdufel]

Could you address older/old fair skinned people? Many of the products out there aren't easy on our skins? Thank you. Love your informative and educational videos. Please keep up your great work. FYI, I've shared your videos with friends with darker skins, who tell me they don't need sunscreen. 🤨

[roj]

It's always a joy looking at your face.

[michellebarnes]

Hello Dr Stephens is there anything you can recommend for hand wrinkles I have heard about somethings but would like to know what you think thank you for content

[sassyaliyu]

can you do a video on products for dark spots please for oily skin

[simoiyahector-morales]

Absolutely love your vids. When I am coming miami will make an appointment to see you

[abolishdrake]

Has anyone ever told you you look like SZA? I see the resemblance every time I watch your videos

[MuneCharbon]

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[trumalebo]

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[injife]

So, will be the adapalen from differin help both acne and wrinkles?

[a.johnson]

Can you speak on retinol causing possible hair loss?

[nickolasmorales]

Wow your skin is nice which one do you use?

[wxxrrlg]

Didn't see the part 2 of this video. Please which of them is best for anti-aging? Thank you.

[aadjouainsuranceagent]

Will you do a video addressing Vittiligo? And treatment for it?