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Retinyl Palmitate

棕榈酸视黄酯

Also known as: Vitamin A Palmitate

What it does

  • Mild anti-aging
  • Antioxidant
  • Gentlest retinoid

Evidence

Limited evidence

Weakest retinoid. Needs multiple conversions to become retinoic acid.

Skin types

Well suited for: All Sensitive

Very gentle but also less effective.

Helps with

Aging & Fine Lines
Irritation potential
Very Low
Comedogenic rating
0 / 5
Pregnancy
Avoid during pregnancy

Still a retinoid—avoid during pregnancy as a precaution.

Good to know

Often a marketing ingredient. Very mild—good for absolute beginners only.

Related ingredients

Retinol Tretinoin Retinal Niacinamide Ascorbic Acid Bakuchiol

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Educational information only — not medical advice. Always patch test and consult a dermatologist for skin concerns.