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retinol
noun
ret·i·nol
ˈre-tə-ˌnȯl
-ˌnōl
: the chief and typical vitamin A C20H29OH that is a highly unsaturated alicyclic alcohol used in various forms in medicine and nutrition
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Fast-working ingredients such as retinol and salicylic acid target blemishes and fine lines for a beautifully smooth complexion.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 20 May 2024
An exfoliating product like retinol, commonly used as an anti-aging product, isn't necessary for those younger then 20 years old when collagen begins to decrease, experts say.
—Kinsey Crowley, USA TODAY, 15 May 2024
Using products containing retinols and acids at a young age can lead to eczema and irritant contact dermatitis, according to Sunil Dhawan, a dermatologist with the Center for Dermatology, which has locations in Milpitas and Fremont.
—Stephanie Lam, The Mercury News, 8 May 2024
Topical retinoids, like over-the-counter retinol and prescription tretinoin, can also treat wrinkles and texture by slowing the breakdown of collagen and increasing skin cell turnover.
—Medea Giordano, WIRED, 3 May 2024
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Word History
Etymology
retin- + -ol entry 1; from its being the source of retinal
First Known Use
1960, in the meaning defined above
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Cite this Entry
“Retinol.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/retinol. Accessed 6 Jun. 2024.
Kids Definition
retinol
noun
ret·i·nol
ˈret-ᵊn-ˌȯl
-ˌōl
: the most common form of vitamin A
Medical Definition
retinol
noun
ret·i·nol
ˈret-ᵊn-ˌȯl
-ˌōl
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