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Retinyl Palmitate

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INCI: Retinyl Palmitate
In short · TL;DR
Category
Antioxidant
Effect
Mildest retinoid ester, beginner-friendly
Concentration
0.1-2%
Effect
Mildest retinoid ester, beginner-friendly
Mechanism
Three-step conversion to active form, weaker but less irritating
Typical concentration
0.1-2%
Onset
12+ weeks for mild texture improvement
Cautions
Photodegradable, UV care
Evidence & references
Sorg et al., Skin Pharmacol. Physiol. 2006
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