373. Retinol vs. Tretinoin (vs. Bakuchiol): Which Vitamin A Is Right For Me?

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This week on Expert, we’re breaking down one of skincare’s most powerful ingredients: Vitamin A, helping you figure out which version is right for your skin. From over-the-counter retinols to prescription-strength tretinoin and gentle plant-based bakuchiol, skin therapist Tegan explains how each one works, who they suit best, and how to use them safely without wrecking your barrier. Plus, we bust common Vitamin A myths, including whether it actually thins your skin and if it’s safe to use in summer. In Win, Bin or Recycle, we’re talking retinol body care and whether your limbs really need their own age management routine. Plus, in Adore Anonymous, a listener asks: Do I actually need a different sunscreen for my face than my body? Everything mentioned: Alpha-H Liquid Gold Exfoliating Treatment 100ml  Cosmedix Define Age-Defying Treatment - Retinol Serum Medik8 Crystal Retinal 3 30ml INNISFREE Retinol Cica Repair Pad 60ea Credits: Hosts: Tegan Mac and Sadaf Razi Producer: Jasmine Riley For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au Disclaimer | Privacy Policy Adore Beauty acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work and podcast. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Vitamin A is often called the gold-standard skincare ingredient — but between retinol, tretinoin, and bakuchiol, how do you know which one’s right for you? This week on Beauty IQ Expert, skin therapist Tegan breaks down the differences between each form of Vitamin A, including when to start, how to use them safely, and which products actually deliver results. We cover everything from the pea-sized rule to SPF pairings, and bust common myths (like whether retinol thins your skin or can’t be used in summer). Plus, in Win, Bin or Recycle, we test the trend of retinol body care, and in Adore Anonymous, a listener asks if separate face and body sunscreens are really necessary — or just clever marketing.