ABSOLUTE A VERSUS ABSOLUTE A+ RETINAL SERUM

You want to benefit from the numerous advantages of the anti-aging and anti-impurity active ingredient Retinal for your skin. In this article, you will find out which DR. EMI ARPA SKIN serum with encapsulated retinal is best suited to your skin type, what the application concentrations mean and you can decide which active you would like to integrate into your skincare routine.

Well-aging and clearer skin with vitamin A

Autumn/winter is the season for skin-renewing treatments and active ingredients. This is when we particularly like to integrate active ingredients such as vitamin A into our skincare routine. DR. EMI ARPA SKIN Absolute A and Absolute A+ Retinal serums contain this well ageing vitamin with a pore-liberating effect in a highly effective encapsulation for beginners(Absolute A) and advanced users(Absolute A+).

In addition to the evidence-based retinal concentrations, both serums contain 5 peptides that can boost the synthesis of collagen, elastin, proteoglycans and glycosaminoglycans, thus improving skin texture and reducing fine lines. The peptides also have a strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effect. 10% pre- and postbiotics soothe and strengthen the skin together with important skin lipids such as ceramides and cholesterol. The ferments also increase the bioavailability and biocompatibility of the formulation. To prevent possible irritation, allantoin and ectoine have also been added to achieve optimum skin resistance.

For which skin types are retinal serums particularly suitable?

Retinal serums for external use are particularly suitable for:

• Skin types with signs of ageing such as fine lines, wrinkles and hyperpigmentation, as concentrations as low as 0.05% retinal reduce these, promote skin elasticity, help to improve skin texture and increase epidermal thickness.

• Skin types prone to blemishes: Retinal also unclogs pores, has an antibacterial effect and, like other retinoids, stimulates cell renewal

From a concentration of 0.1%, retinal can even lead to an improvement in skin pigmentation. Skincare with retinal is also suitable for normal skin, dry skin, combination skin, oily skin and dehydrated skin. Sensitive and redness-prone skin types should be treated with a lower application frequency and ideally with a lower-dose product such as DR. EMI ARPA SKIN Absolute A Retinal Serum.

Similarities: Active ingredients and modes of action of Absolute A and Absolute A+ Retinal Serum

As the basis of the formulation, DR. EMI ARPA SKIN has also formulated 10% pre- and postbiotics into the Absolut A and Absolut A + Retinal Serum. These pre- and postbiotics can reduce inflammatory reactions, soothe the skin after irritation and have an antioxidant effect. More specifically, the prebiotics alpha-glucan oligosaccharides and inulin together support the commensal skin flora and strengthen the skin barrier by inhibiting the growth of unwanted bacteria on the skin. The postbiotics are also called ferments. Absolute A and Absolute A+ Retinal Serum contain the postbiotic Bifida Ferment Lysate, which improves visible skin redness and strengthens the skin barrier by increasing the formation of proteins. Lactococcus Ferment Lysate improves the function of the skin barrier, optimizes skin hydration and regulates the skin's pH value.

The Absoulte A and Absolute A+ Retinal serums also contain a 5-peptide complex. Peptides are becoming increasingly important as active ingredients in the field of 'well ageing'. The peptides Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 contained in DR. EMI ARPA SKIN Retinal serums together form the peptide complex Matrixyl™3000, which can lead to a reduction in wrinkles as well as an improvement in skin texture and an increase in skin thickness. Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 has a moisturizing effect. Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 has been shown to be effective in reducing eye wrinkles in several studies. Copper Tripeptide-1 is one of the best researched peptides and has a strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effect. It promotes the synthesis of collagen, elastin, proteoglycans and glycosaminoglycans for improved skin texture.

Friends of DR. EMI ARPA SKIN Ceramides are known as an essential component of a healthy skin barrier. They play a crucial role in the skin's ability to retain water and prevent excessive transepidermal water loss. They strengthen the skin barrier, lock in moisture, soothe the skin and improve skin texture for a smooth complexion. The long-term moisturizer 1% ectoine also has an anti-inflammatory, soothing, nourishing and protective effect.

The formulated antioxidant tocopherol, also known as vitamin E, has a preventive effect in various oxidative stress conditions and inhibits melanogenesis - the biochemical process of melanin synthesis. Melanogenesis is stimulated by sunlight or UV light.

Both DR. EMI ARPA SKIN retinal serums contain encapsulated retinal, which can reduce signs of ageing such as fine lines and wrinkles, promote skin elasticity, help improve skin texture and increase epidermal thickness. In addition, retinal also has the ability to unclog pores and reduce bacteria that can cause acne.

Differences: Absolute A and Absolute A+ Retinal Serum

The significant difference between Absolute A Retinal Serum (0.05 %) and Absolute A+ Retinal Serum (0.1 %) lies in the concentration of retinal. Absolute A+ Retinal Serum, which has a higher concentration of 0.1% retinal, can lead to an improvement in hyperpigmentation, i.e. it reduces age and pigmentation spots.

Retinal beginners and sensitive or rosacea-prone skin conditions, dermatologist Dr. med. Emi Arpa recommends starting with the lower concentrated Absolute A Retinal Serum at a lower application frequency, for example 1-2 times a week. Initially, effects such as dry skin, flaking or irritation such as slight/sporadic itching and reddening of the skin may be normal. These are usually not intolerances, but the effect of a highly potent active ingredient to which the skin must slowly become accustomed. If you tolerate the respective concentration well, you can slowly reduce the application intervals and/or increase the concentration to 0.1 % after Absolute A has been used up by switching to Absolute A+ Retinal Serum. As a further option, Absolute A + can be used alternately after several weeks of using Absolute A.

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