retinol
GIVE ME AN "A"
8 Best Korean Retinols That Prioritize Your Skin Barrier
Sensitive skin-friendly, yet effective.
By Christa Joanna Lee
VITAMIN A-GAME
11 Best Retinol Serums for Acne, Aging, and Everything In Between
This dermatologist-deemed “rockstar ingredient” speeds up cell turnover, fades discoloration, smooths fine lines, and more.
By Sarah Han, Christa Joanna Lee, and Sarah Felbin
IN GOOD HANDS
7 Best Retinol Hand Creams to Take on Sun Spots and Crepiness
The skin on your hands is constantly under stress. These formulas give them well-deserved TLC.
By Christa Joanna Lee
ALL EYES ON YOU
9 Best Retinol Eye Creams to Target Fine Lines and Crepiness
Gentle yet effective formulas? Check, check.
By Sarah Han and Christa Joanna Lee
BRING YOUR A-GAME
11 Best Retinol Body Lotions for Firmer Skin All Over
These formulas tackle everything from crepiness to discoloration.
By Jennifer Hussein, Sarah Han, and Christa Joanna Lee
GLOW FOR LESS
8 Best Drugstore Retinols for Smoother, Brighter, More Even Skin
The gold standard for fine lines and texture—at a budget-friendly price.
By Christa Joanna Lee
READY, SET, RETINOL
9 Best Retinol Creams to Level Up Your Skin-Care Routine
The latest formulas tackle all your skin woes with little to no irritation.
By Deanna Pai, Annie Blackman, Jessica Kasparian, and Christa Joanna Lee
Skin
The Best Tretinoin Creams You Can Get Online
They're even tailored to your skin type and concerns.
By Siena Gagliano
SENSITIVE? NO PROBLEM
11 Best Retinols for Sensitive Skin to Sidestep Irritation
Yes, they exist.
By Deanna Pai
Ingredient Info
Finally, Retinol Explained in a Totally Comprehensible Way
Everything you need to know about the skin-care ingredient — and how to use it.
By Marci Robin
SENSITIVE TYPES
How to Use Retinols on Sensitive Skin, According to Dermatologists
Experts share their best tips for getting the most out of the line-smoothing favorite — minus the irritation.
By Kaleigh Fasanella
Pesky Skin Probs
How to Get Rid of Milia, Those Pesky, Unpoppable White Bumps
They look so much like acne, but their prevention and treatment can be a little more complicated.
By Kaleigh Fasanella and Marci Robin
Moisture Magicians
Why Aquaporins Are Making Their Way Into the Skin-Care Conversation
It's about time these moisture-moving proteins are on your radar.
By Marisa Petrarca
The Melanin Edit
OLAY’s Trio of Moisturizers Will Give You Your Best Skin Yet
Need a moisturizer for every occasion? OLAY’s got you covered.
THE CLOCK APP STRIKES AGAIN
Skin Cycling: Finally, a TikTok Skin-Care Trend That's Legit
Here's everything you need to know about this simple, dermatologist-approved regimen.
By Chelsea Avila
ACNE 101
How to Get Rid of Blackheads for Good, According to Experts
Dermatologists share the best tips and product recommendations for this specific kind of acne.
By Marisa Petrarca
FROM THE PROS
18 Dermatologists' Skin-Care Routines in 2023 That You Should Follow
There's one serum that most derms especially love.
By Nykia Spradley and Jennifer Hussein
Prime Time
The Best Eye Creams on Amazon for Nourished Undereyes
Target dark circles and fine lines with these effective formulas.
By Tanisha Pina and AnaMaria Glavan
Skin
15 Retinol Oils That Won't Dry Out or Irritate Sensitive Skin
Some of these picks even reduce redness.
By Marci Robin and Angela Trakoshis
A Hydrating Yet Highly-Effective Retinol Serum Finally Exists
Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum proves that being gentle and effective are no longer mutually exclusive
By Allure