Ingredient Name: Vitamin A (Retinol, Retinoic Acid)

What is it? Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that supports many important functions in the body, from eyesight and immune function to skin health. Vitamin A comes from animal sources including dairy, liver, and fish oils. The precursor the vitamin A, provitamin A, comes from plant sources rich in carotenoids like tomatoes, oranges, and carrots, as well as leafy greens like spinach.  

 

Nourishing properties:*

• Reduces the signs of aging
• Promotes healthy cell turnover
• Smooths wrinkles

*= This information has not been approved by the FDA.

 

References

Park, Kyungho. “Role of Micronutrients in Skin Health and Function.” Biomolecules & Therapeutics, vol. 23, no. 3, 2015, pp. 207–217., doi:10.4062/biomolther.2015.003.

Kafi, Reza, et al. “Improvement of Naturally Aged Skin With Vitamin A (Retinol).” Archives of Dermatology, vol. 143, no. 5, 2007, doi:10.1001/archderm.143.5.606.

Vitamin A.” Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 27 Oct. 2017, www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements-vitamin-a/art-20365945.

Rollman, Ola, and A. Vahlquist. “Vitamin A in Skin and Serum—Studies of Acne Vulgaris, Atopic Dermatitis, Ichthyosis Vulgaris and Lichen Planus.” British Journal of Dermatology, vol. 113, no. 4, 1985, pp. 405–413., doi:10.1111/j.1365-2133.1985.tb02354.x.