Retinoids
CHeat Sheet - Vitamin A
Widely considered as the gold standard in skincare, retinoids, such as retinol, are derivatives of vitamin A – a key nutrient needed in order for our skin cells to function...
13/02/2024
What is Retinal and How is it Different to Retinol?
Retinal, also known as retinaldehyde, is a type of retinoid. Retinoids are vitamin A derivatives – some common examples are retinal, retinol and retinyl retinoate. Retinoids are widely known as...
13/02/2024
Five Retinoid Myths Debunked
While there are a variety of skincare myths that often circulate, retinoids draw particular attention. With this in mind, we asked board-certified dermatologist, Ranella Hirsch, to bust the most common...
18/01/2024
What is Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate?
Skin Rocks Retinoids Shop now Hydroxypinacolone retinoate, or HPR, is a vitamin A derivative – a type of retinoid. It is also commonly referred to by its trade name, Granactive...
08/11/2022