Retinol and retinoids

What is Retinol and retinoids?

Vitamin A derivatives used for wrinkle and texture claims, ranging from gentle retinyl esters through retinol to stronger retinal. Permitted forms and maximum concentrations differ by market, and the EU has tightened limits for leave-on products. The molecule is light- and oxygen-sensitive, so packaging choice matters as much as the formula.

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Ingredients

Also known as

레티놀·레티노이드

Korean term

레티놀·레티노이드

Last reviewed

July 23, 2026

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