Overnight Retinol Repair, the latest launch from Dermalogica, is a combination of the anti-ageing big guns – retinol, peptides and vitamin C. The most important of these is retinol which, unfortunately, a lot people prefer to avoid. This is because they’ve either experienced a ‘retinol reaction’ in the past or they fear they’ll have one.
To address this problem Dermalogica are cleverly including a Buffer Cream with every tube of Overnight Retinol Repair. This enables people to enjoy the multiple benefits of retinol without experiencing any skin irritation. Here’s the lowdown on both products:
Retinol helps with both intrinsic (natural/chronological) ageing and extrinsic ageing (environmental/ photo-ageing). The benefits of this powerful ingredient include stimulating collagen production, increased cell renewal, elastin biosynthesis and improved epidermal thickness.
There’s a 0.5% concentration of retinol in Overnight Retinol Repair and it’s encapsulated. This is an important point as retinol degrades when exposed to light and air. Encapsulation ensures it’s stability and aids it’s absorption.
The other key ingredients in Overnight Retinol Repair include:
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (stabilised Vitamin C) – supports collagen synthesis and provides antioxidant protection.
Peptides including CU++, PT5 and a unique tripeptide – these promote collagen formation and stimulate hyaluronic acid synthesis for smoother, plumper skin.
Ceramides and a Super Hydration Complex – to enhance the skin’s barrier function and add hydration.
Liquorice and Lavender – To calm and soothe.
The key ingredient in the Buffer Cream is 8% Aloe Vera Extract which of course is known for its calming, anti-inflammatory properties.
How To Use Overnight Retinol Repair And Buffer Cream
As previously mentioned, the point of these products is allow people to use a retinol without getting a reaction (itching, peeling, redness). The way to do this is to build up tolerance to the retinol slowly by mixing the Overnight Retinol Repair with the Buffer Cream.
The recommended starting point is 1 part of Overnight Retinol Repair to 3 parts Buffer Cream. Then, gradually invert the proportions, i.e. us 1/2 of each and then 3 parts Overnight Retinol Repair and 1 part Buffer Cream.
The aim is to be able to use Overnight Retinol Repair on it’s own without suffering any irritation. However, there’s no rush to do this. The important thing is to keep using Overnight Retinol Repair regularly and not be put off. Sooner or later your skin will get used to it and you’ll start reaping the benefits.
General Tips For Using Overnight Retinol Repair
Overnight Retinol Repair can be applied to the neck but this area is far more sensitive than the face as the skin is thinner and it has less sebaceous glands. Therefore, extra care needs to be taken to avoid a reaction so start off using a very small amount and build up slowly.
Retinol reactions tend to occur on the face and neck where there are lines and wrinkles. This is because creams tend to gather there in larger amounts. It’s good to be aware of this when applying the product and maybe run your finger over the lines/wrinkles to remove the excess.
Another area that irritation tends to occur is around the corners of the mouth so again it’s good practice to use less product here.
For more personalised advice for using Overnight Retinol Repair you can have a chat with aDermalogica Skin Therapists who’ll be able to properly assess your skin and its needs.Overnight Retinol Repair (30ml) with Buffer Cream (15ml) is £73 and available HERE. Go HEREfor your nearest Dermalogica stockist.
L-R: Overnight Retinol Repair and Buffer Cream
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